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- Redefining Quality Family Time - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsThere is something truly special about a well bonded family. Some of the closest families are those where there is only a one parent household. Sometimes single parent households bring out bonds between a parent and a child that might not have existed otherwise. Unfortunately, sometimes those ...
Views: 1872(1 vote) - Refreshing Relationships with Your Boomerang Kids - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.Robert Frost, in his poem, Death of the Hired Man, wasn't thinking about boomerang kids when he wrote, "Home is the place where, when you have to go there, they have to take you in." But he sure might have been. In this economy, adult children are moving back home in record numbers - for many ...
Views: 1083(4 votes) - Relationships After Divorce: When Is Too Soon to Date After a Divorce? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Alyssa JohnsonMaking the choice to begin dating after divorce may cause lots of emotions for you. The thought can be exciting, scary, happy or even sad. But what about the feelings your kids may be having about it? One of the most important aspects to keep in mind when considering your children's reactions ...
Views: 2882(1 vote) - Relocation - Five Ways to Help Your Children Adjust to a New Culture - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Lisa VelazquezThe concerns your children will have depend a lot on their age. In general, young children will miss family, friends and familiar places. Older children, in addition, will be concerned how their daily routines will be affected, and teenagers will worry about fitting in and about their social ...
Views: 2658(1 vote) - Resolution 5: Strengthen My Relationships With My Children - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerContinuing with my current theme of strengthening relationships, now I am focusing on my children. The second most important relationship that I will ever have is with each of my three children. Not only will our bond be a model for the bond that they one day have with their kids, but our ...
Views: 1163(2 votes) - Resolutions Revisited - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn 2009 I resolve to stop yelling at my kids. That is precisely the New Year’s pledge that Marion Budnick broke the first week of the new year. It wasn’t that she didn’t have positive intentions. It wasn’t that she didn’t want to end the yelling. It wasn’t even that she wasn’t sincere ...
Views: 676(1 vote) - Risky Teen Behavior: Can You Trust Your Child Again? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from James LehmanDo you feel like your child has messed up so badly that you might never be able to trust him again? Has he wrecked the car, been caught drinking or using drugs, stolen something from school, or gotten involved in vandalism? As a parent, you are probably feeling hurt, embarrassed and ...
Views: 2339(3 votes) - Sandwiches for Kids - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Mac grathFinding recipes for kids lunch boxes can be tricky. Most parents just reheat last night's dinner left overs and send their kids on their way. Lunch is a pretty important meal during a child's day, though, so if you have more time to think about and make what your kids will be taking to lunch at ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - Save Money With Your Kids - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaCutting back on expenses? Most families are. Asking children to share the burden of spending less is a reasonable choice to make. If you’ve lost your job and huge cuts need to be made, it’s reasonable to explain to children that the family will be making major cutbacks. The key is to ...
Views: 2338(3 votes) - SCHOOL SHOPPING: Less is better for your wallet and your kids - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2003 from Pauline WallinYou have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included and the article is published in its entirety. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated. Send it to mailto:drwallin@drwallin.com SCHOOL SHOPPING: Less is ...
Views: 1811(1 vote) - Secrets to Potty Training Your Child With Autism - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Connie HammerThere are many things about parenting that are enjoyable, such as holding your infant in your arms for the first time or seeing your child take her first step. On the other hand there are some events attached to parenting that we just don't look forward to as much and for many parents toilet ...
Views: 1642(2 votes) - See What Lurks Beyond Your Own Drama - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Jan DeniseINSIDE RELATIONSHIPS BY JAN DENISE RELEASE: FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2009 See What Lurks Beyond Your Own Drama Is there somebody who always leaves you feeling better than he found you? I used to live next door to such a person. Whenever I ran into Bob, whether it was for 20 seconds or 20 ...
Views: 1388(2 votes) - Self Esteem Activity – Building Character With Bedtime Stories - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Jean TracyWould you like a fun way to build self esteem, mind power, and character? Inside you’ll discover how bedtime stories create mind power, self esteem and character. Why not give this self esteem gift to your child every night? I remember my mother telling me, “Jeanie, you can do anything you put ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - Self Esteem In Children In Children And Its Components - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Elisabeth BlendenSomething that every parent desires in their child is a healthy self esteem. As parents we hope we are doing the right things in building healthy levels of self esteem but what we don’t realize is, as parents we can educate ourselves to learn the best way to do this. Observing the components of ...
Views: 597(3 votes) - Self Esteem ~ Building Character With 9 Positive Directions - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Jean TracyDo you ever regret nagging your children? Do you feel guilty afterwards? Inside you'll discover the secret to positive parenting and getting your kids to cooperate. A young mother yelled at her son, Sammy, "Don't tease your sister. It's becoming a bad habit." "No it isn't," replied, Sammy. ...
Views: 903(2 votes) - Self-Esteem - 3 Parenting Tips For Increasing School Performance - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Jean TracyIs your child’s self-esteem spiraling downward because of grades? Do you feel helpless? Inside find out how being a detective can help you. Self- Esteem and Childhood Wisdom: A father asked his son, “How do you like going to school?” His son answered, “Going to school is fine. Coming home is ...
Views: 1185(2 votes) - Self-Esteem ~ Chores For Pre-School Kids - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Jean TracyDo your children care for themselves according to their age and abilities? Would you like to boost their self-esteem and character? Inside you’ll find age-appropriate chores that instill the “I can do it myself” attitude. Childhood Wisdom: “When Heidi was 5 her mother decided to give her $1 a ...
Views: 1595(2 votes) - Self-Motivated Kids In Control Of Their Education - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Florence BernardIsn’t that what everybody wants? Wouldn’t you just love to go home to find your kids doing their homework without your having to nag? Wouldn’t it just be great if you didn’t have to negotiate the priority of school work over their favorite TV show? Well, it can happen. ...
Views: 2329(2 votes) - Seven Ways to Help Kids Get a Great Start to The School Day - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Kellie HuffBack to School Basics The Absolute, Easiest Way Ever to Help Our Children Have a Successful Start to The School Day We know the drill, we begin about a week before school starts sending our children to bed earlier and rousing them earlier in the morning, trying to re-set that summer-time ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Short Listed Major Tech Courses For Teens By Prominent Tech Camps - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Jimmy SorensenTech camps are inherently devoted to bringing forward the love for technology in the youth and furthermore develop their proficiency in diverse streams of competence for instance programming, game coding, graphics, web designing and robotics besides others. Big technology camps companies offer ...
Views: 1392(2 votes) - Should We Get Divorced? (by: Dr. Anne Brown PhD, RN CS) - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownHonor your children by fighting for your marriage and if you decide to divorce, do it with dignity! If you are at the point of asking this question, you have some distinctions to consider. Never threaten your partner with divorce to get his/her attention. Never make the divorce decision ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - Signs of a Successful Blended Family - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Shirley Cress Dudley1-You and your spouse have clear house rules that apply to all family members Yes, this means that house rules don’t change when you are tired, or your spouse is out of town. Both biological children and stepchildren all follow the same rules. It really does help when the parents also follow ...
Views: 2467(4 votes) - Single Mom Breastfeeding for Baby - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBefore the conference today, I had spoken to the founder about my need to pump. So she was kind enough to find a private one-stall bathroom with an outlet for me. Since the other restrooms in this hotel either had multiple stalls or no outlet, this was the only place I could use in ...
Views: 1240(2 votes) - Single Parenting Strategies: My Top 5 on How To Succeed with Work Time, Home Time and Down Time - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Jennifer Broadley1. Commit To Your Schedule I remember going back to work after maternity leave (of about 14 weeks!) and how I had discussed with my boss before going back that I’d have to leave by 5pm each day, no exceptions. Anyway on day 3 of me being back my boss passes me in the corridor and says, ‘We’ve ...
Views: 731(1 vote) - Single Parents and Children - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Bob LancerBeing a parent is never a cakewalk but being a single parent is a tremendously difficult job. For the most part, single parents must hold a fulltime job, chauffer the children to and from school, extracurricular activities and sporting events. Many receive financial help for parents without ...
Views: 1808(2 votes) - Sitting in Silence: Stop The Bullying - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from NICHOLAS DillonI am reminded of a young African-American child who was raised under strict family rules. During the early teen years from middle school and throughout high school, this kid was smart yet shy and often picked on and bullied by fellow classmates and even other children in the neighborhood where ...
Views: 1342(2 votes) - Six Tips for Keeping School-Day Mornings Calm and Cheery - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI had a major insight about the challenge of keeping our school-day mornings moving along smoothly and peacefully. Here’s the insight: I was focused on chivvying my children along. Wrong! I needed to worry about ME. When I work on my own habits, mornings are much easier. Here are some tips ...
Views: 621(1 vote) - Six Ways to Teach Your Kids to Live Fearless, Authentic, and Wildly Successful Lives - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsParents take note: We’re living in a time when being “different” actually pays off. Here’s how to nurture individuality in the formative years. Few jobs are more daunting than raising well-rounded, happy, confident kids. On one hand, you adore what makes your child unique: your daughter’s ...
Views: 768(1 vote) - Sleep Training for Babies: Is It Truly Effective? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from florence jonesOne of the most stressful days of parenting is when sleep just seems to elude the baby and he or she requires require you to soothe and comfort them in the wee hours of the night. At first, most parents can easily accommodate their precious baby's needs and comfort, but when this goes on for ...
Views: 916(2 votes) - So, you think you want to communicate with your teenager.... - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Tish TishermanAre you a lucky parent raising a teenager in today’s world? Pretty scary! We all want our kids to like us. We know they love us, but liking us is another thing entirely. We want communication open and flowing – how do we make this happen? Does this sound familiar? You: “How was ...
Views: 1394(5 votes) - Socratic Parenting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Laurie GrayParenting isn't about having all the answers. It's about helping children learn to think for themselves and rediscovering yourself and the world through the eyes of your child. Socratic Parenting focuses on knowing yourself, knowing your child, and becoming the change you wish to see in your ...
Views: 4227(1 vote) - Some Great Tips For More Successful Parenting - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Charlotte JaneBeing an effective parent can sometimes be a daunting task - being charged with the responsibility of caring for another life is a great responsibility, after all. Throw in sleepless nights, plenty of temper tantrums, and unexpected expenses, and the average parent is often left feeling confused ...
Views: 582(1 vote) - Soothing Children Without Using Food: 10 Strategies - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Kathleen CuneoAs parents we need to be mindful of not only what foods we choose to offer our children, but also of what patterns and associations between food and emotion we are establishing. Patterns set in childhood can be carried forward into adulthood and possibly lead to problems with weight management ...
Views: 1345(3 votes) - Staying Safe on Hot Days - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Lisa SiegleOverheating is dangerous, even deadly, and by the time an overheated person experiences symptoms he may be in trouble. Kids are at special risk because they can get so caught up in playing they don’t take time to drink, seek shade, or slow down when the temperature climbs. To keep yourself and ...
Views: 1445(2 votes) - Stepfamilies and Schools: Bridging The Gap - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Angie BlackwellFall is upon us and families everywhere are sending their children back to school. According to many estimates, at least half of those children are engaged in a step-relationship of some sort. Yet, educational institutions lack a clear and consistent approach to managing non-custodial parents ...
Views: 2667(3 votes) - Stepfamily Activity #1: Think of 30 Things You Have in Common - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Evelyn FieldingBeing a step-parent is a daunting task, even when you get along with the kids. My stepdaughters live three hours away from me and visit every other weekend, but I wasn't going to let that stop me from being part of their lives! I sat down with them and we brainstormed 99 ways we could keep in ...
Views: 2155(1 vote) - Steps to Letting Your Adolescent Grow Independent - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Victoria CummingsThe adolescent years bring transition in the life of a child. A new phase of life begins as signs of deeper levels of maturity become apparent. This is the time when children begin to assert their independence. They seek to be with friends more and generally spend less time with the ...
Views: 1719(2 votes) - Stop the Show: Putting a Lid on Your Child’s Attention-seeking Behavior - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from James LehmanSome children think they’re the center of the universe, and behave as if everyone should revolve around them like the planets orbit the sun. From the 10-year-old “diva” who demands center stage at all times to the 17-year-old who takes out his frustrations on his family when his girlfriend ...
Views: 2483(3 votes) - Stress-free Grocery Shopping with Young Children and Babies - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Ali Raza GhauriGrocery shopping is an activity that can be quite challenging with young children. The store is full of stimulation that can be overwhelming to your child. Parents are often in a hurry, to load up their carts with the necessary staples, pay and get home. Here are some tips and ideas that will ...
Views: 1707(2 votes) - Studies Find Birth Trauma Can Lead To Child Abuse - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Leah FriedmanBirth is a life-changing experience. Each birth brings with it a new and different set of experiences and feelings, but birth trauma can have serious and long-lasting effects. A Swedish study showed that those who have a traumatic and painful birth are more likely to end their life with ...
Views: 1425(6 votes) - Summer and Your Stepfamily - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Angie BlackwellStepfamilies are like snowflakes, no two are exactly the same. My stepkids live with me full time, but that isn't the case for many step-mothers. Many of you are probably spending a lot more time with your stepkids than you are used to doing. This post is dedicated to those of you that might ...
Views: 2617(3 votes) - Summer Learning: 8 Fun Ways To Keep Your Kids Learning All Summer Long - by Most kids look forward to three months of nothing but fun and games, but, as a parent, you know that learning should take place year round.
And while it can be hard to get your child's attention among all the swimming pools, video games and television shows that they'd rather be spending their ...
Views: 696(1 vote) - Summer Sleep Tips for Kids - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsChildren need at least nine hours of sleep each night on a regular basis to be healthy, active, and able to perform their best in school, sports and other extracurricular activities. During the summer, it can be hard for parents and kids to keep a steady sleep schedule, resulting in lost ...
Views: 735(1 vote) - Surviving Perfection – confessions of a desperate housewife - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Alvah ParkerRecently I read an article about an attorney who took paternity leave so his wife (also an attorney) could go back to work. He was a stay-at-home Dad from the time his son was 3 months until his son was 9 months. The article detailed how the attorney initially was sure he would have time ...
Views: 1042(1 vote) - Surviving The Loss Of A Child - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Ivette AttaudEverything happened so fast. That morning I was strangled to near unconsciousness by my abusive husband because I wouldn’t get an abortion, and that night I’m in the emergency room at Fort Bragg being admitted in pre-term labor. The doctors tried to stop the labor, but it was all in vain – the ...
Views: 2285(1 vote) - Suspect Your Child Is Using Drugs - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Christopher LowryHow can you tell if your child is using drugs? It is difficult because changes in mood or attitudes, unusual temper outbursts, changes in sleeping habits, changes in hobbies or other interests are common in teens. These changes often signal that something troubling is going on and may involve ...
Views: 2439(4 votes) - Taking the Bite out of Summer - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Lisa SiegleSummer time is fun time, but it’s also prime time for injuries and accidents. In this issue of Connections, we take a look at preventing and coping with animal bites. In July, we’ll learn about heat stress and other summer hazards. Dog Bites 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs each ...
Views: 1344(2 votes) - Tales from the Bumpy Road to Consciousness - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsFrom the Ridiculous to the Sublime and Back Again Warning: The following article contains descriptions of specific bodily functions that may be too explicit for some readers. Or maybe not. I am trying to grow, really I am. Each day, new learning opportunities present themselves. It ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - Talk Your Child Clever - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2003 from Susan du PlessisMost parents can hardly wait for their baby to say its first word. This usually happens between nine months and a year. From about two years, the child should be able to use simple phrases, and by three he should be able to use full sentences. By four, he should be fully able to talk, although ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - Tame Your Angry Child with This Power Tool! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Jean TracyDo you have an angry child? Does he growl like a pit-bull to get his way? Look inside for 5 parenting tips. They’ll give you a power tool for turning your angry kid into a rational child. To get what they want, kids learn to holler at an early age. Babies cry. Toddlers scream, bite, and kick. ...
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