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- Handling New Parenthood Sober: An Interview with Per Wickstrom - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2016 from Jennifer ScottStarting a family as a recovering addict can present many emotions, from joy and delight to fear and stress. Per Wickstrom recently spoke with me about how to handle new parenthood while in recovery. As the owner of several successful rehabilitation facilities, Per has seen many of ...
Views: 1176 - Good Communication with Teachers Improves Your Child’s Education - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Carolyn StoneI got thinking today about how helpful it is for children when their parents and teachers can communicate and collaborate well. I happened to run across two good examples among the families I work with. This is true even if your child does not have learning problems, but it is especially ...
Views: 1174 - 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: 1174 - What of Our Fathers? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Jan DeniseWe can be quick to judge our parents. There are so many things they could have done better. That is, if they had been better trained. We tend to compare our parents -- at least during some stage in our lives -- with an ideal that virtually no parent measures up to. If we must compare them, ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Important Information on Surrogacy - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Dandy RockwellSurrogacy has been one of the many options for childless couples to have their own baby. This process involves the mutual agreement between the intended parents and the surrogate mother who would carry and nurture the unborn child until birth. Normally there are two types of Surrogacy and they ...
Views: 1173 - 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 ...
Views: 1173(2 votes) - The Benefits of a Music Program in a Child's Education - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Linda Le PhanThe benefits of a musical program in your child’s education, whether being offered by the school or if you hire someone to teach your child how to pay, are numerous and huge. Many researchers are claiming that a musical program can help your child in school, society and in overall life. While ...
Views: 1173 - When Kids Lie - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Linda Sapadin“Help! My sweet, nice, lovely 3-year-old has begun lying to me. What should I do?” First thing you should do is feel pleased, maybe even proud that your child is learning how to lie. “Whaaat? You’ve got to be kidding” No, I’m serious. Lying is a milestone in cognitive development. It ...
Views: 1172 - Why Should You Purchase Storage Cubes for Your Baby’s Room - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanIt is important to keep your baby’s room neat and orderly not only for aesthetic purposes. By putting everything in proper place, you can avoid accidents that can happen by stepping on toys lying around the floor. Wheeled toys or rattles can cause serious injuries if you accidentally step on ...
Views: 1172 - 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: 1171(1 vote) - Is Checking The Baby Temperature Essential? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Charles BergerChecking the infant hotness is one of the most important tasks when you are taking care of a child. The body heat of the child is a good indication if your infant is feeling well or not feeling well. Everybody knows that a infant is really special and precious, therefore it is just good to keep ...
Views: 1171 - Pediatric Dentistry: A Practical Approach for Parents - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Sam RichardAn innocent smile on pearly white teeth can truly lighten up your day. But, as a kid’s deciduous set of teeth may look sparkling, parents are often under the impression that their child’s spotless teeth are dirt-free. The truth gets revealed when the child’s pediatric dentist discovers painful ...
Views: 1171 - 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: 1171(2 votes) - The Role of Play and Developing Fine Motor Skills - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2017 from Aaron KesslerWith the advent and rapid adoption of the iPad and overall tablet technology, kids are not developing fine motor skills. Today, many arrive at school without enough hand strength and coordination to use scissors or hold a pencil correctly. In fact, only about half can hold a pencil ...
Views: 1171 - Help Your Child with Handwriting - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Nancy PeskeMore than ever, schools are spending minimal time helping kids to develop handwriting skills. At the same time, we have more children with autism, sensory processing disorder, and developmental delays who need extra help with handwriting. If you're a concerned parent, you CAN help your child who ...
Views: 1170 - Can a Father Be a Role Model for His Daughters? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Matt SweetwoodAs the single and sole parent of my five children for over 18 years now (2 boys and 3 girls), I hoped I would be a natural role model to my boys for the way to grow to be successful men. I wanted my boys to man up as soon as they were old enough. Work hard, be a leader, be kind to everyone, ...
Views: 1169 - Kids Educational Games - Learning Through Play - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeSome fun kids educational games are all you will ever need to teach your little preschooler their basics. Weather we are talking about learning to tell time, recognise the coins, know their letters and numbers or any other skill, kids educational games can be a great way to teach. Kids love ...
Views: 1169 - The Function of a Hospital in Surrogacy - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Dandy RockwellSurrogacy is typically a medical practice, despite the fact that some legal squabbles could also turn it into a legal matter. The general bulk in the procedure is purely medical. The role of the intended couple, the surrogate, and also the agency has been discussed at length in other articles ...
Views: 1169 - 9 Tips For Discipline Of Children - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Eve SmartWhen it comes to parenting our kids, most of us follow in the footsteps of our own parents as their parenting strategies are what we remember best. If this is the method you've been using and it's simply not working for you, then it's time to give some new parenting techniques and discipline ...
Views: 1168 - Do it Anyway! - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Vera SnowThere’s a strange saying going around my house. Perhaps you may have heard it too? It sounds a bit whiny and even nasal at times. Often it’s followed by a gasp, annoyed intonation or a rolling of the eyes. Yes, you guessed it, it sounds like this: “But I don’t feel like it!” This ...
Views: 1168(1 vote) - How to Turn A Picky Eater Into an Independent Eater - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtOne of the top issues in homes today is one where parents are completely frustrated at how picky or fussy their children are at mealtimes. Luckily, there is a very easy solution to this problem. Meal times should and can be one of the most precious rituals in any family's home. It's a time ...
Views: 1167 - This Land is Their Land - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from FSB AuthorsMy fourteen-year-old son and his friends travel the streets of the city like Oliver Twist and the Artful Dodger and co. -- not ripping off people's wallets and purses, but just hanging out in an excitable, ragged crowd, thrilled to be together and thrilled to be wandering, and certainly in no ...
Views: 1167 - Time-Outs - Solutions to the 4 Most Commonly Asked Questions - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtSince the success of the program "Supernanny", many parents have begun using time-outs in one way or another. While they are finding time-outs to be very effective, parents often have the same questions regarding certain problems they encounter. Here are solutions to the top 4 most commonly ...
Views: 1167 - Just for Today, Create A Memory - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Anne WarfieldI live in the frozen tundra. For all of you in the warm climates, let me share what I mean by cold. Today it was in the low teens with a biting wind that caused you to curl up in your jacket with the collar pulled so high up you looked like the headless horseman. With the biting wind people ...
Views: 1166 - Keeping Your Child Safe from Sexual Predators - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Carolyn StoneThis week we all have our minds on the disclosure of sexual abuse of young boys by a coach at Penn State. I have been struck by the emphasis on who did what when rather than concern for the children who were abused. For many of us it raises the frightening prospect that our children or ...
Views: 1166 - Special Education: What Does IDEA Say About Functional Skills, and How Will It Help My Child? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from JoAnn CollinsAre you the parent of a child, receiving special education services, that thinks your child may benefit from functional skill training? Would you like to know what the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires in relation to functional skills? Would you like parenting tips on ...
Views: 1166 - Parenting Tips: Help Your Child Deal with Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Laura DoerflingerAnxiety is one of the most prevalent issues among the young clients I counsel. Children feel anxious over events or something in their environment. They experience physical and mental symptoms such as increased heart rate, sweaty palms, stomach cramps, and persistent thoughts. These anxieties ...
Views: 1165 - How Tto Make A Pinata - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Yogi ShindeStep by step instructions Weather you decide to buy one or if your are looking for step by step instructions of how to make a pinata your self, pinata's are a great addition to any party. Here are simple step by step instruction on how to make a pinata - This is what you need - Flour ...
Views: 1164 - The Power of Children's Imagination: Teresa's Healing Toolbox - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“Your imagination can help you heal.” This simple and elegant statement was the response nine-year-old Teresa gave me when asked what she had learned from our work together as we were wrapping up our counseling relationship. Teresa is a beautiful, doe-eyed girl who first came to me a year ago ...
Views: 1164(2 votes) - How To Create A Behavior Problem - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerOne positive discipline influence often overlooked by parents has to do with the quality of the child’s surroundings and routine. To behave well, children need a number of essential ingredients. Among these are: 1.An orderly, stable home environment 1.An orderly daily routine Both of these ...
Views: 1162 - What Children Can Teach Their Parents - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtEvery parent has experienced the phenomena of their child begging for their favourite story to read, their favourite song to be played or their favourite movie to be watched for the 100th time. Even though we adults might be tempted to hide the favourite book or introduce a new book, CD, or ...
Views: 1162(1 vote) - Handy Parenting Strategies for Multiple Situations - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Andrea ClarkWe’ve all been in uncomfortable situations with our children whether it was in public or at home in front of guests. It’s just a fact of life that our children are going to test us whenever possible. It’s not that they’re trying to be bad or disagreeable; they’re just trying to find out what ...
Views: 1161 - Mothers of Contention and the Mommy Wars - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from FSB AuthorsWhat will become of the mommy wars in the flailing economy? My fantasy (and it is just a fantasy) is that they will eventually fade into obscurity like, say, the Punic Wars -- relics from a past that seems to have taken place a very long time ago. The idea of working mothers pitted against ...
Views: 1161 - Children And Water Safety: What Every Parent Needs To Know - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Ruby AragonAccording to the National Safety Council, “drowning claims the lives of over 4,000 people every year. Although all age groups are represented, children 0-4 have the highest death rate due to drowning.” As a parent, there are several precautions you can take that can make water and swimming a ...
Views: 1160 - Creating Open Communication With Your Teenager Is Hard but Not Impossible - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Zeynep IlgazOne of the hardest conversations I had with my teenage son was about substance abuse — not about illegal drugs or binge drinking but about prescription drugs. Because they are "prescribed," they might be misinterpreted as safe to use. So it was hard to communicate how they can still be ...
Views: 1160 - Insurance Must-Haves for Solo Parents - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Samantha GregoryFor many people, insurance is a big part of their financial plans regardless of their status. But for a single mom like me, it is a necessity. If there is anything that single parents shouldn’t be without, it’s a contingency plan. Having only one person taking care of the family means there is ...
Views: 1159(1 vote) - Pregnancy Miracle: How to Conceive a Healthy Child the Natural Way - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Praveen benBeing infertile means that one cannot bear a child even after a year or so of trying for one and many are consulting the Pregnancy Miracle references to find out how they can conceive easily. The span in conceiving becomes shorter as a woman gets older; some lessen up to six months if they ...
Views: 1159(2 votes) - Rules of Thumb for Choosing a Baby Name - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2005 from Yolanda CardenFrom Aaliyah to Zvi, the range of name choices is dazzling. If you're a sleepless parent-to-be, it can look like a vast landscape with no roadmap. To make sure you keep your bearings, here are some basic principles for understanding names -- and finding that one perfect name that speaks to your ...
Views: 1159 - 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: 1159(1 vote) - Fit Kids in Weeks - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Carl LogreccoHelping your kids reach a level of fitness that makes them feel good and look good is NOT complicated. If you or your children/teens are overweight, let’s be clear, the choices you have made and are making for yourself and your family have cost you. The great thing is your choices caused it, ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - Dr. Romance: Guidelines for Co-Parenting after divorce - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2020 from Tina TessinaNo matter how angry or hurt you may be after a divorce, if you have children, you’ll still share a lifetime with their other parent, your ex. Dr. Romance offers guidelines for moving past the anger and hurt, and finding a way to co-parent your children that is good for ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - How to Raise Kids with Social Skills - 3 Easy Parenting Tips - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2009 from Jean TracyMany children don’t have a clue about social skills. They think bragging is the way to make friends. If this is a problem with your child, look inside to see how you can help and build character too. “I’ll talk about what I do if other kids ask me, but I don’t like to brag about it.” – Hunter ...
Views: 1157(3 votes) - Parenting Class with Online Counseling: Be the Leaders at Your Home - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Dr. Joseph AbrahamLeadership at home: this is about you and your children, not your politicians Question: There are tough times in our family due to tension between us, the parents, and our two teen aged kids. They are less and less obeying the house rules. How can we maintain their discipline? Answer: We can ...
Views: 1157 - Is It Safe for Children to Play Outside? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Dr. Mona SpiegelThe horrific murder and dismemberment of a young boy’s body last week has sent shock waves through the tight-knit Orthodox Jewish Community in Brooklyn, NY. When he was first deemed missing thousands of volunteers combed the area looking for him; his death touched them all and a multitude ...
Views: 1156 - Potty Training Boys the Fast and Easy Way - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Patrick StevenFor all parents the time to potty train their boy arrives sooner than later; the little angels grow so fast that soon it is time to help them learn how to use the potty. It is a big step forward for the little kid as well as a great time and money saver for the parents. Once your boy is toilet ...
Views: 1156(2 votes) - "Cloned" Children - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2015 from Roxana JonesThe social behavior which we systematically reproduce from generation to generation interests me a great deal. When we are born, an adult takes charge of us, because, first, as a species which is not self-sufficient we cannot survive without someone caring for us in the first years of life, and ...
Views: 1155 - 3 Dating Tips Every Teenager Should Hear - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Susan PatersonDating - that crazy mix of butterflies in your tummy and awkward moments; holding hands with sweaty palms and first kisses followed by hurtful breakups that rip your heart out. My kids are WAY too quickly approaching this stage. On the one hand I want my kids to experience all the fun and ...
Views: 1155 - Clumsy Children: 5 Tips For Keeping Your Kids Accident Free - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyChildren are bound to get a bump, bruise or break over the course of their little lives. You may end up finding yourself at the hospital with your kids very regularly. Luckily, a clumsy kid can be kept from the emergency room with precautions taken by them and their caretakers. Burns and ...
Views: 1155 - Parents in Love ~ 5 Reasons For Handling Mistakes With Love - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Jean TracyDo your kids see you and your partner attacking each other? Do either you or your partner have to be right? Inside you'll find 5 ways true love helps when you admit when you're wrong. To keep your marriage brimming, With love in the loving cup, Whenever you're wrong admit it; Whenever you're ...
Views: 1155(2 votes) - 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 ...
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