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- Loving Ourselves and Our Children Whole - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from anne marieI’ve fallen in love with the children's book, "Corduroy." Just like Lisa, the little girl in Don Freeman’s children’s book, who buys Corduroy from the toy department with her piggy bank savings. Corduroy sadly believes that his missing button is why he’s still on the shelf instead of at home ...
Views: 1209 - How the Decision to Foster Adopt Can Positively Influence a Foster Child - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Mike LoganParenting any child, biological or otherwise, takes patience, love, and commitment. However, foster parenting can be a bit more challenging and require an extra effort to exhibit each of these qualities at times. Foster children have frequently undergone conditions of abuse and neglect, and ...
Views: 1208 - Play: Serious Business that Teaches Life Skills - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from Carolyn StoneThis week I have been reading Welcome to Your Child’s Brain: How the Mind Grows from Conception to College by Sandra Aamodt, Ph.D. and Sam Wang, Ph.D. The authors describe brain development and child development, linking the two in a very instructive way. Along the way, they debunk a number of ...
Views: 1205 - How The Jens Place Group Home In Ontario Saves The Lives Of Children - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Arthur AcevedoWhen children are struggling with severe family problems, abuse, financial difficulty in the family, or other types of serious concerns, Jens Place Group Home Ontario is there to help. Jen's place as a quality, nurturing environment that provides care to male and female adolescents who are ...
Views: 1203 - How to Teach Kids About Organization and Responsibility - by Submitted on May 31, 2018 from Anica OaksOne of the biggest differences between adults and children is long-term planning. While adults have to think ahead, children tend to live more in the moment. This can be admirable in many respects, but children have to eventually learn about how to think ahead. The best way to do so is not ...
Views: 1202 - *** Stop Annoying Back Talk Now! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaLet’s say you ask your child to do a simple task like feed the dog. The next thing you know, you hear “Why do I always have to feed the dog?” Or maybe you hear sarcasm and a smart-alecky tone of voice while your child says, “You don’t really expect me to do that?” Makes you long for the days ...
Views: 1200 - 6 Reasons Why Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse SPEAK - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Tonya PrinceSpeaking about social change and social justice can have dangerous consequences. It can be dangerous if you speak out as someone who is or has been affected by the injustice. People laugh at you. They try to ignore you. They try to say that “something is wrong with you”. They try to say ...
Views: 1200 - "EVERYTHING I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RAISING KIDS..." - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2004 from Terry L. SumerlinWhile it’s not entirely true that "everything I need to know about raising kids I learned behind a barber chair," it is true that I've learned some things. I was reminded of these things, after hearing a sad statement from a conscientious dad. He said that he and his son are now on different ...
Views: 1199 - ***Helping Your Child Make Good Decisions - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Scott WardellDiscuss with your child that you feel he or she is at a stage in their life that they are capable of making “this” decision. Take time to discuss the decision that they have made, what they feel the outcome will be and what options they have if their decision is correct, or ...
Views: 1197 - How to make baby shower interesting with amazing baby shower games - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Aliya SenOne of the best things you can do for your pregnant friend(apart from suggesting quality and fashionable maternity wear) is to throw her a stylish and creative baby shower that she would surely love. Having babies is definitely a heart warming yet an expensive experience considering the things a ...
Views: 1197 - Which Gifts Are Naughty and Which Ones Are Nice? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtIf you celebrate Christmas then you're going to love the ideas given here. You will be guaranteed that your child will love the present they receive and but can also be assured that the gift you are giving is appropriate, meaningful, and will help your child explore their own sense of curiosity ...
Views: 1197 - Finding Community - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Carolyn StoneOver the weekend I attended a large family Passover seder with about fifty people in attendance. The seder is a dinner with a liturgy that tells the story of how Moses led the children of Israel out of slavery in Egypt. It got me thinking about the value of community in raising children. ...
Views: 1196 - The Keys To Effective Discipline - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Nicholas TanDisciplining a child is one of the most important, yet difficult, roles of being a parent. Effective discipline teaches a child to be self-disciplined later in life. It helps your child grow up to be happy and well-adjusted. Effective and positive discipline teaches and guides children, and ...
Views: 1196 - Children And Divorce- Effects of Divorce on Children: How Can You Minimise Them? - by Submitted on May 26, 2011 from James RichardsonParents need to understand themselves and their problems before they can fully help their children. By seeking out help for yourself , you are taking the first step in your divorce recovery process . By healing yourself and working through the emotions and issues following your relationship ...
Views: 1194 - What is the BEST Way to Raise Children? Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtHere's a question to ask yourself: Is a family that is constantly out and about, going here and there, attending music classes and swimming lessons, etc. better than one who stays home most evenings, and doesn't have their children in a bunch of different classes? Thought provoking, isn't ...
Views: 1194 - Boredom Buster Ideas - How to Motivate Kids - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Susan PatersonAs a child I learned VERY early on to NEVER say "I'm bored". We'd get a job handed to us in no time flat! That didn't mean we never got bored - it just mean we quit verbalizing it. What if, instead of punishing our kids' boredom and putting a negative spin on it we prevented the boredom in ...
Views: 1193(2 votes) - Is Your Child Resisting Learning How to Read? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Jack SingerThere is a fun and simple way to get your kids started recognizing some basic words. You can do it easily without even having to spend any money. Simply label things in your house. The kids will enjoy getting involved in the ongoing process of labeling things, as well. You will need some ...
Views: 1193 - Child-Development Illiteracy: A Growing Problem? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Gina SteppThe structure of the modern nuclear family is a relatively new invention when considered along the timeline of human history. Long before “Leave It to Beaver” ideals became the norm, families didn’t isolate themselves from their relatives, and parents didn’t leave home to ...
Views: 1190 - What the Statistics Say About Cyber Bullying - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.According to McAfee’s, “2014 Teens and the Screen study: Exploring Online Privacy, Social Networking and Cyberbullying,” 52% of students have reported having experienced some form of cyberbullying. Of these, 20% experience electronic harassment on a regular basis. 87% of young respondents ...
Views: 1190 - Build Rapport to Facilitate Teen Behaviour - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2005 from Gary DirenfeldBuild Rapport to Facilitate Teen Behaviour Managing teenagers is a full-time job for some parents as they turn themselves into 24-hour police to monitor the consequences doled out for misdeeds. The problem is that a game of cat and mouse develops as the teen makes sure the parents have to ...
Views: 1189 - Reality star Snooki welcomes a baby boy! - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Emilija SpirkoskaFolks, it's official! There is a new mamma in town! This Sunday morning, Jersey Shore star Snooki gave birth to her first child, a lovely baby boy named Lorenzo Dominic LaValle. The reality TV star and her fiance, Jionni LaValle, welcomed 6-pound, 5-ounce Lorenzo Dominic LaValle into the ...
Views: 1189 - The Showbiz Approach To Reading - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2008 from Cherry PuaGood teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths theatre. An excellent delivery must touch the heart – it must make us laugh, ponder, skip with delight or even cry in sorrow. - Gail Godwin In “Couch Potatoes to Book Potatoes” series, Cherry Pua-Africa shares showbiz way to reading – ...
Views: 1189 - ***Building Self Esteem In Your Child - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Scott WardellSigns That Your Child Has Poor Self-Esteem Your child gives up easily or quits soon signing up for an activity. Your child seldom gives him or herself credit when doing something well. Your child often makes negative statement about him or herself. Your child often makes negative statements ...
Views: 1188 - You’re Never Too Young to Use Your Mind! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Justina HurleyThe greatest gift a parent can give to a child is the gift of an open and stress-free mind. But of course to pass it on, you need to know how to do it yourself! How many of us can really say that we’ve got the whole ‘thought management’ thing licked? In the current economic climate, you might ...
Views: 1188 - Baby Toys - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2007 from Amit SalkarBabies and toys almost seem synonymous. The mere mention of a baby conjures the image of a toy and likewise the sight of a toy brings to mind a baby. A lot of thought goes beyond creating a baby toy. Baby toys are usually as soft as baby skin and by necessity have to be infant friendly in order ...
Views: 1187 - The Lessons a Father Can Learn by Sending Their Boy to Experience a Rite of Passage - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonThe ceremony of a rite of passage is an age-old tradition that has lasted through the ages. Nearly every society has some form to celebrate the birth of new life, mourn the death of a loved one, or to mark a teen’s coming of age. The importance of a rite of passage for a boy becoming a man ...
Views: 1187 - Helping Children Through Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Virginia McCormackWhen you made those vows in the beautiful dress with the man you couldn’t wait to spend the rest of your life with, divorce was the farthest thing from your mind. When he sat with you in labor and then watched in awe as a miracle was placed in your arms, you weren’t thinking about divorce. Now ...
Views: 1186(2 votes) - ***Discussing Peer Pressure With Your Child - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Scott WardellPeer pressure is a tough issue for most children to manage. Negative peer pressure often influences child behavior in a direction that is not natural for a child to experience. Parenting children includes teaching coping mechanisms for peer pressure. The following brief steps are written to ...
Views: 1184 - How to Deal with Bullies - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Kayal RajendranHow to Deal with Bullies by Janet Ruth Heller, author of the book for kids How the Moon Regained Her Shape While children need to learn to cope with constructive criticism, occasional tactless remarks, and accidental touching, they often need adult help with frequent harassment, whether it ...
Views: 1184 - Traveling With Children With Disabilities - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI worked for The Department of Services for People with Disabilities for ten years. I was a caseworker for people who were low functioning. There are many types of disabilities, mental as well as physical limitations. This can be a challenge for the parent or guardian when traveling at any time ...
Views: 1184 - New born clothes- What to avoid when picking up those darling outfits - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Aliya SenIt does not take much for a new born baby to get into a crying fit and uncomfortable clothing is one of the main factors that can lead them to balling out their lungs. It is for this reason that you should take special care when choosing appropriate clothes for your baby. Most parents look for ...
Views: 1183 - *** Keeping Attachment Strong - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaA friend shared a wonderful story recently in a seminar on "Smart Parenting." She said that ever since her children were little, she's set aside special one-on-one time with each of her children. She made a commitment to do this once a week and put it on the calendar. As her children became ...
Views: 1182 - Capitalizing On Wall-E - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2008 from Cherry PuaWhether it’s the adorable trash-compacting Wall-E or the subtle messages, everyone is wild over Pixar’s brand new animation offering Wall-E. So you take the kids to the movies and they’re going “Wall-E” every waking second. How do you capitalize on it? Here’s a list of issues at the heart of ...
Views: 1182 - Creatively Fit Kids . Summer Crafts - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Whitney FerreI love creative kids! I love creating things with my creative kids! I love that my creative kids are going to grow up into fabulous problem solvers! BUT I do not love unrealistic expectations when it comes to our creative time. This summer the goal is to have fun, feed your children’s minds ...
Views: 1182 - Adjusting To Elderly Parents - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2018 from Cacey TaylorParents do an amazing amount of work for their children to ensure that they grow up to be healthy and well-balanced individuals. As one makes the transition into adulthood, they begin to realize the extent that their parents worked, as well as how they can finally have the opportunity to give ...
Views: 1181 - Is Your Child Ready for a Bunk Bed? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2007 from Don VanPeltFor every child, growing up is a series of transitions from one stage to another. Sometimes we can tell they are happening, sometimes we make them happen, and sometimes we wonder if they should wait. We bring babies home to cribs, and they outgrow them. We hold our breath as they sleep that ...
Views: 1181 - Kids Outdoor Games And Activities - Get Back To Nature! - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeIn this day and age of computer games and television, some fun kids outdoor games and activities are what we need to get our kids physically fit and active. Kids these days are hooked on to Television and Video games. A little bit of fresh air can provide huge health benefits. Here are some fun ...
Views: 1181 - The Top 3 Ways To Help Your Child Have A Successful School Year - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Tamara Shirer1) Be A Proactive Parent: Children with proactive parents are more likely to excel academically. So what does it mean to be a proactive parent? Well, you are either a proactive or reactive parent. Taking a proactive approach to your child’s education means that you are not waiting until the ...
Views: 1180 - Bedwetting Can Be Very Troublesome For Both Parents And Children - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Paul RodgersBedwetting is more common than most parents think: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately ten percent of all children over the age of five still wet their bed occasionally. It is more common in boys and in families in which one or both parents wet the bed as a child. ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Kathy's Story - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Wendy MacKayKathy was a happy-go-lucky child. Despite the constant moves from house to house, city to city every year or so she never had any problems making new friends and fitting into groups. She was out-going and enjoyed all sports activities never excelling in any one specific niche, but willing to ...
Views: 1178(2 votes) - Make Your Family Stronger with These 5 New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaMany of us make New Year’s resolutions every year. We set goals for exercising, loosing weight, staying organized. But how many of us take the time to size up our family? Are you conscious of how your time is spent together? How many meals are you eating together as a family? How much time ...
Views: 1178(2 votes) - How Parents Can Become Better Homeschoolers - by Submitted on May 22, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyMany parents want to teach their children at home, rather than turn over their instruction to a traditional public or private school. These parents often do not like the local school systems or live in a remote area, making traveling to school difficult. Additional reasons for homeschooling ...
Views: 1177 - How to Effectively Talk to Kids about Tragedies by Barbara McRae, MCC - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2005 from Barbara McRae, MCCWatching the news around the globe, seeing actual footage of earthquakes, California mudslides, avalanches and the tsunami, ignite feelings of distress and overwhelm in adults, let alone in our children. How young people are affected by such tragedies largely depends on the level of maturity ...
Views: 1177 - 10 Ways to Get Back Into The School Routine - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Jody Johnston PawelCome on, admit it. You intended to keep a schedule this summer, but when the kids slept in you liked the extra quiet time. Then the daylight lasted so long it was often later than you realized when the kids finally hit the sack. Not living by the clock was a refreshing change of pace, but school ...
Views: 1176 - Child Abuse: When Will We Do Away with This National Recognition? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsApril is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. We take one day to remember mothers and fathers, those who gave their lives for this country, the signing of The Declaration of Independence, a man who gave his life in the name of civil rights, and the day Christ was born. I have often wondered ...
Views: 1176 - Social behavior improves social skills - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Niyaj HaqueToday, people are becoming very much conscious in improving their child’s behavior to society and people. Manners are really very important. Without having any manner it is tough to survive in a civilized society. Child is like a blank canvass. You must try to know that your child is not having ...
Views: 1176(1 vote) - What Energies are we Feeding our Children? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2019 from Dr Ana GarciaMetaphysics say it. Science says it: the Universe is made out of energy. We are energy. All is energy. When a baby is born, he (let’s talk about he for the sake of speed) is totally open. Energy (good and bad) flows through him without any protection; this is why it is advisable to keep the ...
Views: 1176 - Jogging Stroller Safety - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Kamran MinhasWhen you give birth to that new addition, one of the many things that will change drastically in your lifestyle routines is your workout schedule. Whether it is a daily quick run before work, or hardcore training for a race, your new baby can challenge that old routine that you were so ...
Views: 1175 - 3 Tips on Choosing a Daycare at Castle Hill You Need to Know - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2018 from David ColleenwoodGetting the best and a reputed preschool is quite difficult. Every parent wants to enroll their child in a safe and secure environment. It is possible. Read this underneath article and follow the steps. Enrolling in the best preschool is the most important and stressful thing for the parents. ...
Views: 1174 - Parenting Advice: Promote Imaginative Play - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraImaginative play should be encouraged and fostered in children because not only is it fun for them but it is also a significant part of growing up and learning. Playing through imagination is an essential part of childhood. Through this, the child learn more about the world and about himself and ...
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