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- Love, Marriage and Kids…How to Make it Work - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtLet’s be honest. The relationship we have with our spouse is different than before we had children. Our time and energy is split, we have more responsibilities, and being intimate can sometimes feel like just another chore on the “To do list”. Although it is true that our relationship is ...
Views: 937(4 votes) - Social Skills: Collaborative Problem solving - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Karen DeBoltHe made me do it! There’s a battle going on and by the time you get to the next room something is broken and two kids are angry. After a bit of detective work you figure out who did what. The problem is that the usual suspect is blaming bis brother for his own bad behavior. . .again! He ...
Views: 2327(4 votes) - Teenage Alcoholism: 7 Tips to Getting Your Teen Clean - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2010 from Sarita UhrAs a psychiatrist that specializes in addiction (including teenage alcoholism and teenage drug abuse), I am amazed at how lax some parents are about teenage substance abuse. As every one who has raised a teen knows, it is the age where your child asserts his independence, and pushes back when ...
Views: 2382(4 votes) - Why Sleep-away Camp Can Be Good for Your Family - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Phyllis GoldbergThe thought of sleep-away camp may stir up anxiety and ambivalence for you and your kids. As in any new situation there are unknowns, and it's easy to let them get the best of you. Yet camp can be a great opportunity for kids to develop their strengths, interests and independence. And believe ...
Views: 2032(4 votes) - Raising Twins: Tips to Prepare Yourself Meet -Your New Dynamic Duo - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Rachelle SalingerFinding out that you have a baby on the way is joyous news. Finding out that you are expecting twins—that’s really something to prepare for! You might wonder: how do I raise twins? Raising one child is challenging enough; what should I expect with twins? Thankfully, you are not alone. ...
Views: 1476(5 votes) - Helping the Expectant Mom Cope with Morning Sickness - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Armin BrottDear Mr. Dad: My wife is two months pregnant and is queasy pretty much all the time. Isn't morning sickness supposed to be in the morning? And is there anything I can do to help her? A: About half of all pregnant women experience morning sickness. Despite the name, the nausea, heartburn, and ...
Views: 2133(5 votes) - If you were told you only had a few months to live, how would your kids remember you? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Kelly MarquetI know this may spark an issue with a few of you out there, but I continue to see this over and over in my business, Working Moms and lost kids. I strongly feel the American family is broken. We have more kids in trouble at ridiculously early ages. Screaming for attention? Screaming to be heard? ...
Views: 3148(5 votes) - My Inner "Brat" - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2010 from Joseph BurgoYou've heard mention of that "inner child," the needy, vulnerable part of you that you neglect or criticize. We therapists often talk about "the baby part of you" or "the child side of you" as a way to address dependency issues. You know you've got a kid inside of you, right? A lot of the ...
Views: 1706(10 votes) - Use Mid-year Goal Setting to Succeed - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Kay DouglasSetting goals has its own special magic. When we transform desires and fantasies into tangible ideas and goals and commit them to paper we are taking a powerful step toward attaining what we want in our life. New Year is the traditional time for setting goals. As we anticipate the year, in ...
Views: 1644(5 votes) - Developing Your Child’s Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Rachelle SalingerOf all the gifts that you can give your child, the gift of self-esteem can prove to be the greatest one—it will allow her to feel good about herself no matter what life throws her way. In a world that cares so much about image that it has spawned its own skewed version of beauty, self-esteem is ...
Views: 1306(6 votes) - Filter Foul Language - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from LeAnna BennAre you aware of the fact that some movies, songs and school subjects have a little dog poop in them? There was a mom who's really disappointed to her children after reiterating to them not to watch explicit shows and listen to songs with bad words. When her son arrived one evening from ...
Views: 2543(6 votes) - Helping Children Limit Distractions - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Sherrie HardyAs parents we often multitask. We try to help with homework between stirring the sizzling dinner, doing laundry and answering the phone. With all the demands we have on our time, we don´t always seem to have a choice. According to author David Rock “Every time you focus your attention, you ...
Views: 2162(6 votes) - Want Happy Kids? - Teach them to take their time! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Shaya KassI just read an astonishing article. It gives us one of the keys to happiness. And we all want our kids to be happy! What makes people happy? What leads people to say they are satisfied with their lives? Is it money? - NO! It's time. Having time leads to happiness. We all have heard that more ...
Views: 2013(6 votes) - Hey, What Happened to My Sex Drive? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Armin BrottDear MrDad: Help! I'm an expectant father and something's happening to my libido. A: For some men, sex during pregnancy is an incredible turn-on. But for others, it borders on the revolting. Where you stand on the issue depends on a lot of factors, but one thing is pretty much guaranteed: ...
Views: 3269(7 votes) - How to give birth as a Goddess - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from Pearl Shanti Lodur-LionheartThree women have come together to share the beauty of their pregnancies, the amazing baby body and the body as a temple. The 3 of us have created a fan page on Facebook – “How to give birth as a Goddess” – helping women to love and accept their bodies – and to feel safe in the process of giving ...
Views: 1893(10 votes) - A Mother’s Day Gift of Private Time - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen my son was little, he often had trouble falling asleep – he had night terrors that caused him to be fearful. Often to calm him, I nestled beside him in his bed and rubbed his back until he dosed off. I began to talk him through a guided meditation that I used on myself, and which in time ...
Views: 591(1 vote) - Building Trust With Our Children - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Trisha SavoiaAs parents we have an incredible influence on the level of our children’s self-esteem. The knowledge of this can create some fear, and even guilt with how we may be parenting, but the answer to developing a depth of trust that creates a healthy self-esteem is a lot simpler then we sometimes ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Grow Closer After Kids: 5 Ways - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Carol Ummel LindquistYoung parents have precious little free time. So here are 5 quick tips: • Spend an uninterrupted 20 minutes each day face to face or side by side talking (and cuddling) and most important listening to anything the other wants to say. Yes, when you are desperate you can break it into 2 ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - How to Help Your Child With The College Application Process - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Carol EisemanGetting into college and the whole college application process can be a stressful journey for both students and parents alike. From 1999 through 2005, as a mother of four, I spend endless hours helping, advising and consoling our children as they were applying to colleges. Each of our four ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - Letting Your Children Go and Grow & Coping With Their Absence - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyLetting Your Children Go and Grow & Coping With Their Absence There’s now doubt about it, when I first became a single parent, which was from day 1 ( I left my marriage when I was 3 months pregnant), I wanted so much to separate my ‘new life’ with my daughter (who I adored from the first ...
Views: 859(1 vote) - Mothers Day: Much More Than Meets the Eye - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI was going to stay off the computer today as a Mother’s Day gift to myself,until I realized that being able to write to, for, and about you is in itself a gift. That hit me hard last night when, distracted by conversation, I closed my index finger in my car door and for a moment thought I’d ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - The One Mistake Many Parents Make Which Sabotages Their Child's Academic Success - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Victoria CummingsMost children start school with a positive attitude and an open willingness to learn. They attend kindergarten classes where they learn basic skills as well as the social skills needed to be part of a group of learners. First and second grades build upon the basic concepts and social development ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - The Trouble with Over-Thinking - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Trisha SavoiaHave you ever been in the shower or blow drying your hair or driving while you were thinking about what someone said or did…or perhaps even something you said or did? And in the thinking about it you created a bigger story about it than it was? No? Am I alone in that? I suspect not. The ...
Views: 904(1 vote) - *** Seven Steps for Holding Kids Accountable - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaThe biggest change in kids, according to a teacher of 27 years, is that kids these days don’t take responsibility for their actions. Kids are quick to blame others and make excuses for mistakes rather than saying, “I messed up.” Unfortunately, parents are quick to provide excuses for their ...
Views: 6616(2 votes) - *** Start the School Year Out Right with These Homework Tips - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaKids these days have twice the amount of homework that we did. And when your kids have homework, you have homework, too. I’d like to take this opportunity to share tips from Irene Gutmann, an academic coach who works with teens and college students on achieving academic success. Also, I’d like ...
Views: 1614(2 votes) - *** Surprising Secrets to a Successful Summer - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Toni SchuttaYou’re probably busy planning every detail so your kids can have a memorable summer packed with vacations, summer camps, sports activities and more. As you finish your planning, be sure to allow time for three surprising activities that are research-proven to help your child’s emotional, ...
Views: 1220(1 vote) - *** Tips on Curbing Tattling - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Toni Schutta“He did it.” “She looked at me!” “He stole my iPod.” For parents, it can be really tough to know how to handle tattling. Do you ignore it? Do you let them duke it out? Do you plug in your own iPod and drown it out? Here are a few options for you to try and see what works for you. Option #1: ...
Views: 1875(1 vote) - ***Helping Your Child with Transitions - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2009 from Karyn MaierTransitions happen every day in your child’s world. Waking up in the morning, coming to meals, getting ready for bed, leaving for an activity, saying goodbye to a friend are all examples of transitions that can cause your child angst, or worse! And of course, there are much bigger transitions, ...
Views: 11375(2 votes) - ***Sex Education - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Corynna ClarkeSex Education by Corynna Clarke The act of bringing a child into creation is almost as significant as being human. You give of your self completely. Wanting to be fully present emotionally, providing for them materially and even physically when they fall down and skin a knee. You are also ...
Views: 3750(1 vote) - 10 Effective Ways To Parenting Toddlers While Dining Out! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Neelima ReddyToddlers always scream in public. It can be embarrassing situation for every parent while parenting toddlers. Parents face difficulty when they take their toddlers for dining out. Here are effective ways in parenting toddler while dining out. Effective ways in parenting toddler while dining ...
Views: 1065(4 votes) - 14 Mothers Day Affirmations - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Ray DavisToday is the day on the calendar when we officially celebrate Mothers' Day. However, mothers work their craft 365/24/7. It's nice to have a day, but what mothers need is encouragement and reminders of how important they and their work are. Today I present 14 newly written affirmations ...
Views: 4465(1 vote) - 20 reasons: WHY GOOD KIDS MAKE BAD CHOICES! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Stephanie MannLOSS OF FAMILY 1. 50% of marriages end in divorce which cuts a child’s support system in half – 1 in 4 women in abusive relationships. 2. Adult bullies: Mental abuse with put downs, insults, belittling, cursing, screaming and controlling without listening or guiding. 3. Physical abuse: ...
Views: 2758(4 votes) - 3 Effective Child Discipline Techniques That Work Like A Charm - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeLearning effective child discipline techniques is very important, especially in these modern times. With so many parents not really knowing what to do or how to deal with their kids, it's not a surprise how many children end up having complicated personal issues and baggage at a very young age! ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - 3 Keys to Developing Children's Empathy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Kathy SlattengrenChildren are not born with empathy. They are born with the capacity to have empathy but it only develops under certain conditions. Parents play a critical role in developing their children's empathy. In their book, Born for Love: Why Empathy is Essential - and Endangered, Perry and Szalavitz ...
Views: 1995(3 votes) - 3 Mistakes Typically Made By Parents of Children Diagnosed with ADHD - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheAs a mental health therapist, I often witness parents making three mistakes when their children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. If you are a parent of a child or adolescent diagnosed with ADHD, read on to find out if you are currently making these mistakes, and what alternative approaches to ...
Views: 1982(1 vote) - 3 Parenting Solutions for Beating Stress Not Kids - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Jean TracyParents are your kids stressful? Do they leave messes, fight with each other, or sass you? Try these 3 parenting solutions when your kids tempt you to explode. First Stressful Problem: When Joey leaves another mess from his daily snacks, don't pull your hair out. Don't blow up. Lengthen your ...
Views: 1870(3 votes) - 3 Tips For Making Dinner Time A GREAT Family Time - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Shaya KassYou pick up 5 year old Jimmy from soccer practice, 8 year old Alice gets dropped off from ballet lessons and 11 year old Zach comes in from Little League. It is 5:30 and you have to start dinner. While you are working on dinner you have to help Zach with a report on Italy and you have to help ...
Views: 1457(5 votes) - 3 Tips Single Parents Need To Know - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2013 from Tina TessinaHow To Be a Happier -- and More Successful -- Single Parent Are you a single parent struggling with how to make it all work? Dr. Romance offers three tips to happier single parenting. 1. Be a Grownup. I know you’ve probably had a tough time, but you’re a parent, and your child’s ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Help an Older Sibling Deal With Having a New Baby in the House - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtHas your older child been overly aggressive or desperate for attention since your new baby arrived? This situation can be very stressful for a tired mom and dad, however it needn't be. Here are a few tips on how to turn this tiring situation around. 1 ) Schedule one-on-one time with the older ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - 4 Tips for Dealing with Working Mom's Guilt - by Working mom's guilt is the biggest downside to working away from the home. As a working mom, you get lots of benefits, from feeling a sense of contribution, to retaining your identity, to supporting your family.
But a feeling of guilt is inevitable, especially if your kids are very young. ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - 5 Common Reasons Why Your Child May Struggle with Math in School: Reason 1 - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Phil RowlandsREASON 1: “The Most Important Learning State Is Often Absent.” "The teacher pretended that algebra was a perfectly natural affair, to be taken for granted, whereas I didn't even know what numbers were. Mathematics classes became sheer terror and torture to me.I was so intimidated by my ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - 5 Most Effective Ways To Get Children To Eat Their Veggies - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from shirley larsenTrying to get your child to eat veggies is one of the most challenging part of parenting. With a few simple tricks up your sleeves this never ending battle may be nearly won. So I hear you asking yourself what how can I get my child to eat their veggies without any fuss, without raising ...
Views: 825(2 votes) - 5 Steps to settling your Child into School - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Ruth EdensorEasing your young child out of your care and into school can be stressful and emotional for parents and children alike and end in crying and clingy behaviour. As parents we would all really like to see our children walk into their new environment with some confidence and eagerness to make ...
Views: 2227(4 votes) - 5 Ways to Spend Time with Your Kids When You Have No Time - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtIt was Dr. Anthony P. Witham who once said "children spell love…T-I-M-E." He was definitely onto something. Unfortunately, if you are like most parents, time is a precious commodity that often eludes us. Whether we have a new job, a new baby, or we just need to make the coffee or strip the beds, ...
Views: 1696(4 votes) - 6 Ideas to Teach Children to Give of Themselves - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Sherrie HardyDuring this season of shopping, wrapping and opening gifts, it is worthwhile to take some time to remind children that giving of themselves is the most important. Try these ideas to make your holiday season more meaningful for your family: 1. Family Trip to Food Pantry Find out where the ...
Views: 1321(3 votes) - 6 Simple & Easy Tips to Boost Mother's Health - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Christine EstersWhen it comes to taking care of themselves, mothers seem to lack in that department. After all, they have a lot on their plate: take the kids to school; cook dinner; go to PTA meetings and still be a loving and caring wife. It's no wonder we dedicate a special day just for them. Mother's day is ...
Views: 1584(6 votes) - 6 Tell Tale Signs of Stress and What to Do About Them - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtAccording to a recent survey, stress affects 30% + of the population on a daily basis. Too much stress can contribute to a long list of health problems as well as family problems. The good news is that there is plenty you can do to help get balance back into your life. The Tell Tale Signs of ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - 7 Money Tips for Single Moms (and the Redbox Code) - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Samantha GregoryThe relationship between single moms and money is turbulent. Her struggle to get more to take care of her family seems endless and the more she tries it seems the more illusive it becomes. But a bigger issue with money is how to manage what she has and discover new ways to get a little (or lot) ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - 7 Tips on How To Discipline a Child - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2010 from Chris DonkerHow to Discipline a Child Does your head hurt from constantly hearing the sounds of screaming? Are your children always late for school, because they refuse to get dressed? Are your walls covered with the vegetables your child refuses to eat? These 7 yips on how to discipline a child are sure ...
Views: 1372(3 votes) - 8 Feng Shui Tips for Better Behaved Children - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2003 from Kathryn WeberIs your son or daughter not as respectful and courteous as you would like? Maybe you’d like to instill more discipline in your child. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could influence better behavior from your child just by making simple decorative changes? You can with feng shui. Often ...
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