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- Getting Your Student Ready for College - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Carol EisemanFor many people, the summer months exude a vision of sunny beach days and family vacations; however for anyone with kids who will be attending college in September, summer brings lengthy “to do” lists! It is a bittersweet time for parents of high school graduates whose children are opting to ...
Views: 1757(1 vote) - Girl Scout Cookies - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy daughter, Tara, is in first grade and is in Brownies, the precursor to Girl Scouts. I have to admit I was very wary of her joining what I thought was a conservative, all American, clan of secret codes and rules. Really not my thing. That said, its part of the tradition at her school and so ...
Views: 766(1 vote) - Glutton's Remorse: When You've Eaten Like There's No Tomorrow - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo, one of the problems with attending a Super Bowl party when you don’t really care much about football, is that you tend to spend the entire evening hovering around the buffet table. This would be the definition of mindless eating. Which, of course, is the exact opposite of mindful ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Good Business Attitude Comes from Consequences - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Kevin BurnsConsequences are the guideposts of your moral compass. If there were no consequences, people would run roughshod over each other. Items in your garage would be stolen by your neighbors. Police forces would become irrelevant. You would leave the doors unlocked because, what’s the point? Business ...
Views: 1761(1 vote) - Good Ideas For Becoming A Good Parent - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Charlotte JaneEvery parent can use a little advice from time to time. Whether you are the parent of a newborn, or raising a teenager, something is likely to come up that you just don't know how to deal with. In this article we will discuss some of those challenging situations and give you some tips for how ...
Views: 533(1 vote) - Good Parenting Leads To Good Behavior - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Aidan MitchelEvery parent, would-be parents, and those who are still planning to be parents always dream and want to be good parents to their children. However, being a good parent is not as easy as counting one, two, three. One has to strive and be determined to be a good parent. Moreover, one of the most ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - Grandpa, What's a Grownup? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Gary Robertson“Grandpa, what's it like to be grown up?” “You want a big answer? Or a little one? “Little.” “Well, then. Being grownup is like having two arms and two legs. You need them before you can run around and do what you came here to do. Come here and sit on my lap. Now give me your legs. See, ...
Views: 1934(1 vote) - Growing up Chopra - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsNot a day goes by that someone I encounter doesn't stop and ask me - "wait, your dad is DEEPAK CHOPRA?! Oh my God, what was it like to grow up with him as a father?!" I try to be as candid as I can, sugarcoating the fact that he was a physically abusive, self-obsessed, substance abusing ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - Guardians Ad Litem - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Mike SoucyCustody in Georgia is primarily dependent upon one single factor: the Judge. Judges have an enormous amount of discretion and many times it is nearly impossible for them to decide the issue based on the parents, sometimes both parents appear to be equally good or equally bad. So, what can be ...
Views: 856(1 vote) - Happy Children: It's How You Raise Them - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraParenting involves raising happy children and it requires a lot of attention and time as well. It’s not that easy of a process most especially if you know that there is really no trade secret to go after. But you can always refer to other tips and guidelines online in order to raise happy ...
Views: 819(2 votes) - Happy Mother's Day, Mom - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsBirth defects run in my family. My younger sister and I were both born horribly pigeon-toed. But my youngest sister suffered the most. The entire bone structure of both her legs was terribly unformed; she had no functioning hip sockets and the cartilage in all her joints was missing, ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - Having A Natural Labour - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Ashley AylingChildbirth is classed as being one of the most painful experiences in a woman's life, which begs the question why are more and more women opting to have a natural birth? The choice of natural childbirth is starting to re-emerge as more women are learning about what is involved. It does ...
Views: 969(1 vote) - Healthy Family: How to Make Your Children Flu-Resistant - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsJust when you thought cold and flu season was over... Two Christmases ago, we were unhappy participants in the rampaging outbreak of Norovirus. My older son picked it up in Orlando, presumably among the masses at Disney World. As he proceeded to “share” it with me, his brother, my parents and a ...
Views: 627(1 vote) - Help My Teen: Could Your Child's Problems Be Due to Addiction? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Peggy FergusonParents often find themselves in a quandary trying to figure out how to help the adolescent whose behavior, disposition, and mood has changed for the worst. The exact nature of the problem may be eluding them. They use a trial and error problem solving method where they end up trying anything ...
Views: 1849(3 votes) - Helpful Parenting Tips That Can Be Easily Followed - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Charlotte JaneParenting can be a difficult process to describe. Every household changes from one person to the next, based on tradition and religion. The dynamic posed by placing sometimes radically different people in an environment and telling them to raise a child is by nature unpredictable. This article, ...
Views: 898(1 vote) - Helping Parents Help Children Who Are Afraid of the Dark - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Ricardo HidalgoIn this article I will briefly describe how to solve bedtime problems when your child is afraid of the dark. There are two approaches to fear. The first is to avoid what scares you (the dark in this instance), the second is to face it with help and reassurance. The first approach seems to ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Here’s One Sure Way to Reel Back in Your Troubled Teenager! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Deaunna EvansFish stories are often very predictable. But this fish story is anything but predictable. This real life fish story beautifully illustrates how expressing heartfelt appreciation has the power to deeply connect one human being to another. With this insight, parents can unleash the amazing ...
Views: 2035(1 vote) - Hope for Older Children with Lazy Eye - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn the United States 3% of children may have vision loss during infancy or childhood. This condition occurs when one eye is favored by the brain over the other. The eye with no healthy vision does not receive input from the brain thereby limiting the development of sight. This disease is ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - How a New Mother Can Use Her Breast Pump With Less Time and Bother - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Michelle PatelleMany times a new mother is surprised at how time consuming feeding an infant can be. Add to the regular breast feeding schedule the time to use a breast pump and mothers are even more pressed. Timesavers can be found in making wise clothing choices, multi-tasking while pumping, and organizing ...
Views: 930(1 vote) - How Can We Celebrate Motherhood? - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEight years ago, I discovered that I was going to be a mom. I remember the specific moment that intuitively I knew I had a precious, sacred soul stirring in me. I remember the overwhelming emotions of love, anticipation, excitement and hope. And I remember the strong connection I felt to my ...
Views: 751(1 vote) - How Crayons Work - Four Fun Facts For Creative Kids - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Michael BennettKid coloring page crayons have a history. Here are four free color crayon history facts most kids don't know. 1) Kids crayons 2) History and Inventors of crayons 3) How crayons are made 4) Types and Uses of Crayons Add these to your coloring know how braggin' rights, kid. 1. ...
Views: 7088(1 vote) - How Emotional Attitudes Effect Your Parenting - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Jard DeVilleThe attitudes we hold play a crucial part in the way children think of themselves and others, as well as what they plan on achieving in life. THE SUPERIORITY ATTITUDE (I'm all right but you are not.) The first assumption that parents are superior and that children are inferior beings, is ...
Views: 1970(1 vote) - How I became a better parent through my kids' sports experiences - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Janis MeredithHow I became a better parent through my kids' sports experiences Character Lasts, Sports Don't, Part 2 of a 4 part series in the month of September. Sometimes kids are not the only ones who learn character lessons from playing sports. Parents can learn too. After 16 years of being a sports ...
Views: 1444(5 votes) - How Much Media Is Too Much? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Kathy SlattengrenWhen parents discuss how much media they allow their children, the answers vary wildly. Some parents have very strict time restrictions on their children's media viewing while others give their children more control over the time they spend on media. How do you know when your child is ...
Views: 1471(1 vote) - How Sleepless Nights Are Destroying Marriages - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Dana OblemanI am not a marriage counselor, nor do I pretend to be, but everyday I receive letters from parents all over the world telling me how I have saved their marriage. These letters come mainly from mothers, and some fathers, who say that they were spending no time together, were fighting all night, ...
Views: 2369(3 votes) - How The Be The Best Parent That You Can! - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Charlotte JaneThe day your son or daughter was born was likely one of the happiest days of your life! You have never felt a connection so strong to a human as you do with your child. Use the parenting tips below to keep that connection strong and thriving so your relationship with your child blossoms! Help ...
Views: 691(1 vote) - How To Adjust A Child’s Behavior - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from wessels ricardoChild behavior programs can be very helpful in terms of changing inappropriate behaviors. If you feel like you've had it up to here with your child's attitude or behavior, then read this article in its entirety because there is a good solution. When an adult regards a child's behavior as ...
Views: 724(2 votes) - How to Change Stressful Dinners With Kids Into Precious Family Time - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtMeal times are one of the cornerstones of your daily routine. They can be the most joyous part of your day or the most dreaded part of your day. When you have small children it is very important that you be consistent and that they sit down to eat at roughly the same times every day. It's ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - How to Deal with Temper Tantrums - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen children reach the age of one, they begin to be more aware of their feelings and emotions. They know that they want things but when they know they’re not in control your toddler would start throwing temper tantrums. They want to be in control and what better way to let their mommy know that ...
Views: 1151(1 vote) - How to Decorate Your Daughter’s Bedroom - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Susan TicotinWhen a little girl is asked if she wants a bedroom makeover, her face lights up as she imagines her room transforming into this wonderful, magical place. Visions of everything from her favorite color to the beautiful bedding to all the wonderful pillows and fun accessories that will be just for ...
Views: 857(1 vote) - How To Discipline A Child Effectively: 3 Child Discipline Techniques That Work! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Michael LeeLearning how to discipline a child effectively can be quite frustrating. After all, you can't just spank them or yell at them. Such child discipline techniques don't really work (as I'm sure you already know). They only evoke fear and resentment in a child and I'm pretty sure that isn't what ...
Views: 1638(1 vote) - How to Ensure your Child Feels Loved - Part 3 - Through Focused Attention - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtIn Part 1 and 2 of this article series, I spoke about eye contact and physical contact being important to making your children truly understand and know that you love them. These two things seldom require real sacrifice by parents, however, the third item, focused attention, usually scares ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - How to Ensure Your Child Feels Loved: Part 1 - Through Eye Contact - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtAlmost every study I know indicates that every child wants to know of his parents, “ Do you love me?” and that a child asks this emotional question mostly in his behaviour, seldom verbally. By a child’s behaviour he/she tells us what he/she needs, whether it’s more love, more discipline, more ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - How to Ensure Your Child Feels Loved: Part 2- Through Physical Contact - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtWhat kind of physical contact do most parents use with their child? It seems obvious, doesn’t it? A hug. We hug our child because we love them and we hope they feel this love. However, what if I told you that there is other physical contact that can be even more powerful in terms of showing our ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - How to Find a Babysitter You Can Trust - 4 Tips in Getting a Good Babysitter - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Sheila HugginsMany individuals want to know how to find a baby sitter they can trust. There are some steps you can take to ensure the sitter you hire is reliable and trustworthy, however do not be too trusting off the bat. Trust is something that needs to be earned by an individual, especially one that is ...
Views: 698(1 vote) - How To Find Help For Parents of Troubled Teens - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from dan dekkerAs a parent of a troubled teen, there can be a lot of guilt involved. Parents often wonder where they went wrong to have their child act and feel this way. Or what they could have done differently. They sometimes feel like they have failed as a parent somehow. There are all kinds of resources ...
Views: 1806(3 votes) - How to Get Your Husband (or Wife) to Help Out More - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtParenting can be full on - if you're a single parent you know this well. Beyond work, there are many details to take care of: banking, cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, disciplining, etc. Many moms I coach tell me they feel overwhelmed and when I dig deeper I find that one of the reasons they ...
Views: 1284(1 vote) - How to Get Your Kids Excited About Vegetables (Really!) - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsVegetables are an important part of the Body Ecology lifestyle and every healthy family’s diet. Here are four easy ways to get your kids to eat more veggies! (Originally published under Conscious Parenting with Meg Brown for BodyEcology.com) Do you know any children who actually enjoy ...
Views: 1074(1 vote) - How To Help Your Child When They Are Feeling Overwhelmed - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Shaya KassWhen you do nothing, you feel overwhelmed and powerless. But when you get involved, you feel the sense of hope and accomplishment that comes from knowing you are working to make things better.” Unknown Last year, when my sister-in-law came to visit from Los Angeles, my little one missed a ...
Views: 4600(4 votes) - How to Make Money, Be Healthier, and Live Happier - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from kejal grantWealth, health, and happiness are often said to not be correlated—but everyone knows that’s just not true. When you have extra money in your pocket, you are feeling good, and are a happy person day in and day out, your life gets exponentially better. Global Information Network, and being a ...
Views: 714(1 vote) - How to Make Your Child Into a Reader – Part One - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2010 from Shaya KassMost of us know that our children will need to know how to read when they grow older. Reading will lead to some of life’s greatest pleasures. Do you remember reading the beautiful love letter your spouse sent you? Do you remember reading your favorite novel? You certainly realize that you ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - HOW TO MAKE YOUR CHILD INTO A READER – PART TWO - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2010 from Shaya KassIn part one of this article, I wrote about the reading environment you should create to help your child become a better reader. But what about how you should actually be reading? First, some good news, DON’T WORRY, you cannot do it wrong. As long as you read to your child, it’s good. You cannot ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - How to Raise Loving, Cooperative Children - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe recently flew across the country with my youngest sister and her nine-months-old baby son. He didn’t sleep. At all. Not a wink. For five and a half hours. On an airplane. Are you squirming yet? Okay, I’m just teasing you. Everything I said above is absolutely true, but our ...
Views: 853(1 vote) - How to Spend an Incredible Summer With Your Kids - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtWith school out, parents either feel two things. 1)"Wow, I can't wait to spend more time with my kids!" or 2)"Oh, boy, here we go. How will we fill their time?" Parents who work outside the home have no choice but to send their kids to camps or daycares during the day, but stay-at-home moms or ...
Views: 2975(5 votes) - How To Swaddle Your Newborn Baby - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from shirley larsenDuring the first few weeks your newborns internal thermostat is not completely functioning right there for they can become too hot or too cold. Wrapping or swaddling your baby can keep your baby at the correct temperature as well as keeping them feeling secure, thus allowing them to sleep well. ...
Views: 1246(2 votes) - How to Turn Your Brown Eyes Blue - Weird - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Hal WechslerHow to Turn Your Brown Eyes - Blue: A Technique For Health & Longevity Stop: I lost you because you do not want to change the color of your eyes – right? It’s a metaphor, a figure-of-speech for turning the impossible on its little cabeza. Wait. Visual The secret I am revealing is best ...
Views: 4484(1 vote) - Imagery for Our Children: A Magical Healing Garden - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSpring is a time of new beginnings: flowers blooming and seeds blossoming into lush plants that we've nurtured and cultivated earlier. Spring can also be a time of renewal for our children - to open their hearts, to share their hopes, and to expand their dreams. We can guide our children toward ...
Views: 739(1 vote) - Increased Media Coverage Leaves Cyberparents Even More Helpless - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Dr. Eitan SchwarzHooray! After over a decade of relative chaos and over-emphasis on safety, we are finally seeing how, as usual, while created to serve us, tools have profound effects on us. It is about time: In recent days, a spate of articles have peppered media about the effects on humans of technology. They ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - Indigo Children - Born to Lead, Hard to Manage - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Judy WrightAs I travel the country teaching workshops for parents, teachers and day care providers I often ask them if they recognize the Indigo Children. These children are not content to color in the lines or glue macaroni on paper. They are very bright but also very active and curious. Born To Be ...
Views: 2226(4 votes) - Inside the Brain of a Mother - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA mother’s love is a unique and powerful force of nature. With built in benevolence, understanding and sharing, a mother’s love is extremely special. Any child who has been graced by a loving mother would attest to this as being one of the most influential factors in creating a happy life. ...
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