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- Three Mistakes Parents Make - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Kemi SogunleParenting is one of the most remarkable experiences one can have. No one prepares for it. The skills develop as you go along. This is because every child brings on a different experience but raising children requires the similar adopted methods. However, as parents, we sometimes make the ...
Views: 1574 - Parental Leadership and Guidance: what is your preferred style? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperEvery parent wants the best for their child. How we lead and guide our children throughout their childhood is a blend of instinct, experience and planning. We often struggle to describe how we do what we do. However, as a parent you are likely to have a signature style that guides your ...
Views: 1573 - Why Childhood Bullying Impacts Everyone - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Jacob KorthuisThere has been a lot of talk about bullying lately – and with good reason. Bullying is a traumatic experience that deeply marks victims and impacts every aspect of their life, long after the harassment ends. In America alone, 28 percent of kids are victims of bullying throughout the school year. ...
Views: 1573 - Parenting Difficult Teenagers by Linda Lipshutz, MS, ACSW - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from linda lipshutzThe phone call came when Kate (the names have been changed) was about to walk into an important meeting. She was totally unprepared for the venomous hysterics from her neighbor, Fran Smith. Fran claimed that Kate’s eleven-year-old daughter Lindsey had posted vicious lies about Fran’s daughter ...
Views: 1572(1 vote) - Games for kids- Balanced growth of a child - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Aliya SenIt is rightly said that childhood and games always go together. All small kids spend most of their either playing outdoor or indoor games or sleeping at home. There are various games for kids available in the market today that not just provide the required fun and excitement for your child but ...
Views: 1571 - Helping Kids With Autism Survive the School Social Scene - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2012 from Connie HammerNo two of us are alike. We all have likes and dislikes, challenges and strengths. But we are similar in that we are social animals and we live in a social world. Some of us may thoroughly enjoy making social connections and others may view it as a chore or an intrusion into our world. As ...
Views: 1571 - 5 Valuable Ways Your Tutor Can Be Of Help In Your Test Score - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2018 from Lora YoungTaking tests in any institution of higher learning is unavoidable for learners. Colleges and universities use tests as a means of determining the academic abilities of learners. In addition, tests are used as standard offers when it comes to admission to any institution of higher learning. With ...
Views: 1570 - Raising Up Leaders - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2007 from Charrise McCroreyRaising Up Leaders Is your child rebellious? Does she have a spirit for adventure? Is she enthusiastic and persistent? Though some of these traits may challenge you as a parent, they are all great qualities necessary for becoming a leader as an adult. The discussion regarding whether ...
Views: 1569 - The name labels help your kids’ belongings to be wrapped with specific identities - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from Adrian RockerThe doting parents would love to shower all their love on the little ones while they are at home and even when they begin their new journey of attending schools. Kids have their own ways of cherishing things and no matter how the parents try to infuse in their minds a sense of responsibility, ...
Views: 1569 - Postpartum Doula, do you need one? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2005 from Giuditta TornettaRemember the adagio, it takes a village to raise a child? Well, only one hundred years ago new moms were surrounded by a village that not only helped with the new baby, but that was a very effective baby-care school. Just by living in your village you learned about parenting, breastfeeding, ...
Views: 1567 - Why Play Makeup for Kids Is the Perfect Pretend Makeup Kit For Your Child - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Anna Beaufortplay makeup for kids is the perfect pretend makeup kit because it allows them to apply makeup to themselves, without actually using makeup. The makeup kit consists of cloth products that are colored like real makeup. Your children will be provided with real cosmetic brushes and liquid free nail ...
Views: 1567 - "Lessons From Littleton" - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Brian BrodyI loved my community in Columbine - Littleton, Colorado. I moved there in 1985 to work, live and raise my children. I picked this place because it is beautiful, has nice homes and is a down to earth suburb with grounded family values. In the late 1980's I began to see a pattern develop with ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - 5 Steps to a Happy, Stress-Free Halloween - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtWell, we’re all prepared and everyone is excited. In order to continue this bliss, there are 5 steps you will want to take to ensure that your kids do not fall down the slippery slope of sugar highs, tiredness and tantrums. Step 1: Have an easy, but healthy dinner prepared like soup and ...
Views: 1566 - F.A.M.I.L.Y.: Father and Mother I Love You - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Michael MantellA recent Pew Research Center study of modern parenthood found that more than half of parents say they find it very or somewhat difficult to juggle work and family life. Dad are doing more housework and more moms are being are being paid for working out of the home. And the public is conflicted ...
Views: 1566 - Successful Learning in Seven Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperSuccessful Learning in Seven Simple Steps By Jeni Hooper Chartered Psychologist All parents want their children to have happy, successful lives. Once you have chosen a good school, what else can you do? Here are seven steps to successful learning you can use to help your child to do their ...
Views: 1566 - In an Infants Eyes - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2009 from Christopher Shaw“Every baby born into the world is a finer one than the last one”. Charles Dickens I have had an eye opening experience this holiday season. I’ve been blessed to have my daughter and our first grandchild spend time with us. The other day my wife was quizzing me and she asked me if I ...
Views: 1565(4 votes) - The Impact of Childhood Stress - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Gudrun FrerichsI have often been asked by colleagues why I use neuro-biological instead of psychological concepts to explain developmental processes. My answer is always that neuro-biological concepts can be 'seen' on MRI scans and we become more understanding of how our brain works. I find that exciting. So ...
Views: 1565 - Snooping...Healthy or Harmful?? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from Dr. Jenny C. YipIt’s Tuesday morning… vacuum day. You sweep through your son’s room getting the mundane chore done as quickly as possible, when suddenly, an ordinary looking journal falls to the ground. As you shake your head at the disorganization and bend over to pick up the opened journal, you notice “Dear ...
Views: 1562 - Phones and Technology in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Statistics Before cell phones were invented, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. Things like passing each other notes and talking over the teacher were prevalent, but the source of students’ distractions has significantly changed with the advent of ...
Views: 1559 - Make Kids Creative Through Printable Coloring Pages! - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Baby nologyWhen we think of summer breaks it means that mothers need to work extra to keep their children busy and not just busy but also making sure that they utilize their time in doing something creative and knowledgeable which also adds to their learning process. In fact why just summer holidays, be ...
Views: 1558 - Assisting Kids with Bashfulness - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from lizzie milanEach kid comes into the sphere with a dissimilar set of possible features. As parents, our contest is to find methods to work with, and have fun, the people our kids are. Some kids are slow to warm to others. If your kid acts shy, he requires you to lovingly agree and authenticate him, just the ...
Views: 1557 - Olivia is 5, and Learning Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2003 from Susan DunnOlivia and I returned from going to the rodeo, and we’d been talking about going swimming. “That would be fun,” I said. “We’re hot and sticky. Let’s ask your Dad if you can.” When we got to the house, Olivia ran ahead of me. While I was talking to her Dad, she came running out in her ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Serving As Role Models to Our Children - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from linda lipshutzTara (not her real name) couldn’t listen to her mother bad-mouthing the next- door neighbor to her friends for another minute. Tara had always found this neighbor to be friendly and helpful. She couldn’t understand why her mother enjoyed making fun of her. Jordan closed his eyes in disgust as ...
Views: 1557(2 votes) - Food Is Fuel For Learning - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Cara Day-McKellarAmong the resolutions on a New Year's list, perhaps at the top for any parent could be to feed their children well. Children of all ages need proper sleep, physical activity and nutrition in order to function well--personally within their families, socially among their friends and academically ...
Views: 1556 - POLICE INCREASED CRIME – 12 ways - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Stephanie MannDo you remember when neighbors knew every child on the block and they called parents if they misbehaved? At that time, neighbors knew how important it was to correct children before destructive behavior got out of control. As a crime and violence prevention consultant for 36 years, I saw a ...
Views: 1555 - Cell Phone Agreements - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! Your kid is starting to struggle in school. You don’t know exactly why, but you may think it is because of their phone. Parents want the best for their kids, and your mindset of phones negatively affecting kids is not completely unfounded. The numbers are also in your favor. Teenagers ...
Views: 1553 - Helping Children With Their Emotions - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Veronica BurgessSome children have trouble managing negative emotions. In children, emotional problems are usually manifested as behavioral problems. All parents want their children to lead happy and successful lives. So, when parents observe their child having frequent angry outburst; and when their child ...
Views: 1553(2 votes) - WHY KIDS TAKE DRUGS! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Stephanie MannGeorge Will’s national editorial, “Should U.S. legalize drugs?” needs discussion. Will states, “20 percent of all prisoners – 500,000 - are incarcerated for dealing illegal drugs, but alcohol causes as much as half of America’s criminal violence and vehicular fatalities.” Interdiction and ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - Children and Stress - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2004 from Sophie MelansonAs with most adults, any major change in a child's life can be a cause of stress. Yet, the child has little or no resources to handle the stress they are experiencing. Events like the birth of a sibling or the parent's divorcing can cause tremendous stress. Stress can also be caused by a move to ...
Views: 1550 - What Does Your Child EXPECT? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Milissa HardingDid you know that high self-esteem has been found to be the number one ingredient for experiencing success in all areas of your life? Success (however you choose to define it) all comes down to how you feel about yourself. Sounds pretty simple, doesn't it? Often, we think that children just ...
Views: 1546 - The "Magic" Jar - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2015 from Milissa HardingGratitude is an attitude of thankfulness, and we can teach our children to choose gratitude each day. Practicing gratitude teaches our children that the world is an abundant place, and there is enough goodness for everyone. Gratitude allows children to focus on what they have in their lives, ...
Views: 1544 - Five Tips for Working at Home with Kids - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Susie CortrightYou can stay at home with your children while still advancing in your career. So how do you make it work? Here are a few tips: 1. Control your environment. A clearly designated office will help you stay on task. And an organized workspace will help minimize distractions and make the most of ...
Views: 1543 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 9: From Peer Pressure to Perseverance - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanThere was a Dodge commercial a few years back that emphasized originality; more so, it highlighted the importance of being “different” and standing apart from the crowd. Children and young adults often find themselves in a place where they feel like they must be like the rest of the crowd to fit ...
Views: 1542 - Winning Ways to Speak - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2018 from Cara DayWinning Ways to Speak by Cara Day The words you use, how they are put together, combined with the open, expansiveness of your eyes, your tone of voice, and the warmth of your body language help determine the quality of your communication with your children (and other loved ones). This is what ...
Views: 1542 - Can You Put Up With Immature Behaviour? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Peter MainThe answer to this to some extent depends on who the person is, and what the behaviour is, and how much their behaviour affects you and in what ways. Obviously this is a very broad question but there is an important point behind it, in terms of an individual's willingness to let other people be ...
Views: 1539 - Understanding Boys - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallHopefully, society is well past the "politically correct" theory (an oxymoron in a democratic society) that the ONLY difference between a male and a female is in socialization-—that aside from reproductive organs, there is no difference between the sexes neurologically, psychologically, or ...
Views: 1539 - From Teen Drug Use to Extramarital Affairs, Surveillance Cameras See All - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Tom Jacob PhilipsHome surveillance cameras provide peace of mind for homeowners, especially for those who live in a high risk area for potential vandalism and break-ins. By having one, the police are provided with a means to capture those who break the law. Surveillance cameras can be concealed in numerous ...
Views: 1538 - Choosing educational games for kids - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Aliya SenBoard card and video games reinforce mental development. They help kids to broaden their interests in concepts they never have heard of. Games stimulate a child’s imagination as they play. Culture, an historical event and skills can be honed while playing. Well, that is the plan manufacturers ...
Views: 1536 - Don’t Take it Personally - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Carolyn StoneSeveral times lately I have met with parents who are hurt and angered by the things their children have said in anger. It makes sense that they are hurt. These are parents of “quirky kids” who get set off easily. Once your child is angry, she stops using her pre-frontal cortex to exercise ...
Views: 1536 - Protecting Children from Sex Trafficking - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Drew GerberTwo decades ago we became aware of the plight of women and children who were being trafficked in the Far East. Then reports began to trickle into our consciousness of Eastern European women being tricked by ads for jobs in foreign countries, only to find themselves trafficked and forced into ...
Views: 1536(5 votes) - Rules, Stress, and Parenting - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallWhen raising and disciplining children, many parents rely on rules. In reality, though, the use of the term “rules” in parenting is often counterproductive. Rules are used to control, not inspire. Although essential in games, rules are counterproductive in relationships. Think of it this ...
Views: 1536 - Do You Guide or Dominate Your Children? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Peter MainThis question obviously applies mainly to people who have their own children, but can equally apply to people who as children are aware of their own upbringing, and can also apply to how an individual treats other people in his life who he effectively has some responsibility for, either at work ...
Views: 1535 - Breathing: A Kid's Secret Weapon - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Don CampbellAs adults we are well aware of the stress in our lives. It comes at us from all directions - work, relationships, finances, health, politics, and world events to name a few. Although we don't often recognize it, children can be just as stressed out as their parents and the other adults in their ...
Views: 1533 - Protect Your Child with GPS Child Tracking - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Cheris DarinaEvery parent worries about his or her children from time to time. It is quite natural for parents to want their offspring to be safe from harm at all times, but it is often not possible as the child ages and yearns for independence. If your child is at the age that he or she wants to go out with ...
Views: 1533 - How do you balance teenage and tween privacy with safe use of technology? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Your little one isn’t so little anymore. And with their age also comes increased curiosity and responsibilities--both in real life and on the net. The World Wide Web is a fascinating place, but it’s also somewhere you should tread carefully. Instill in your child the right amount of caution and ...
Views: 1532 - The Difference Between a Teaching Moment and Letting Your Child Down - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Carolyn StoneRecently I had a meeting with two colleagues who, like me, are both mothers. One was distracted as we started because she had gotten a text from her high school age son that he had left his keys on the bus. How would he get into the apartment? She had an appointment for a haircut after her ...
Views: 1531 - 5 Effortless Ways To Spark a Family Discussion (That People Will Actually Contribute To) - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonCommunicating with your child is crucial to their language development. That probably won’t be a surprising fact to learn; however, if you're dealing with teens who no doubt have mastered their ability to speak, communcation plays a different role in their development. Effective and healthy ...
Views: 1530 - The Importance of Play: how children gain skills to last a lifetime. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperThe Importance of Play By Jeni Hooper, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach Children need at least an hour a day of unstructured, independent play where they make it up as they go along. This is the conclusion of recent studies looking at the importance of play. The importance of ...
Views: 1530 - Essential baby products that you need for a new born - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Aliya SenAs soon as you know that you are going to have a baby in the home, you realize that there are several things that you have to buy to be prepared for the new arrival. Getting ready for a baby usually includes visiting baby stores to ensure you are well equipped from toys to bath products for the ...
Views: 1529 - Life Beyond Divorce: Creating The Best Life For Your Children. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni Hooper• Has your life has taken an unexpected turn because of separation or divorce? • Are you unsure what to expect from the future? • Are you feeling drained? • Are your children irritable or having mood swings? • Is communication in the family not as good as it used to be? • Do you want to ...
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