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- Parenting: Getting Technical - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Diane BabcockGetting Technical Psychological Type was developed by Carl Jung to explain some of the apparently random differences in people's behaviour because of the different ways that people use their minds. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator© (MBTI) helps explain why different kinds of people: are ...
Views: 1548(1 vote) - Children's Fears - Different fears for different years - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Beatrice BrownAll small animals know fear and small children are no exception. Some of these fears may seem quite "off the beam" to parents, and some children's comfort habits may seem distinctly strange. Parents are never quite sure what is acceptable for well-adjusted offspring. In fact, it would appear ...
Views: 2712 - 3 Parenting Tips – My Child Acts Helpless - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Jean TracyCould 3 parenting tips turn your “I-can’t” kid into an “I-can” child? You bet. Look inside for 3 parenting tips you can use today. Whose fault is it when your child acts helpless? If there’s a person who treats your child like a prince or princess and does too much for your child, tell that ...
Views: 2243(16 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: 2360(3 votes) - Caring for Mom and Dad - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Melissa CloeterBeing an Elder Care attorney for over fifteen years, I have seen so many people in anguish over caring for their aging parents. Many times, I have heard men and women say, “The pressure is killing me.” Most of the time, it is the women who are the caregivers in the family whether it is a ...
Views: 882 - Dog Biscuits, Scavenger Hunts, and Some Things I Hope For - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI took my kids to the pet store today. My eight-year-old, Grace and her nearly three-year-old brother, David had to stop in front of every fish tank and birdcage until they saw the bowl of sample dog biscuits. "Whoa Mom!" Gracie said. "Look at this! Can we take one home to Lucy?" Lucy is the ...
Views: 672(1 vote) - How We Learned to Think the Way We Do - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kelley KremerKids learn to react to the world by imitating adults’ behaviors. They see how adults act, interact and react with others in the world. Kids also learn how to feel in this way. They learn which feelings to express and which feelings to suppress. People who choose to feel angry, frightened and ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - Babysitting Services Websites - Are They Legit? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Sheila HugginsIt’s really hard to know when you are being scammed online because many scammers are able to fake their websites well enough that the red flags never go up. You are right to be worried about trusting a website with finding a child care provider/babysitter for your family. However, not all ...
Views: 826(1 vote) - Back to School - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Admin MyBabysitterWe have had a wonderful summer, but the last two weeks have been a bit of a stretch. The kids are out of routine, they want to see their friends and at the end of it all, their brains now need some exercise! Last week, I was watching T.V one evening and this commercial came on and I could not ...
Views: 942(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: 864(1 vote) - Babysitters Service - 7 Tips to Hire the Sitter You Want - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Sheila HugginsHave you been looking for babysitters service? Do you know if you are looking in the right places? Are you quickly becoming frustrated with the search? Does everything seem like a dead end? We would like to help you in your quest for a reputable and trustworthy babysitter. By the end of this ...
Views: 639(1 vote) - The Difference Between Irresponsible Exercises Of Parental Authority And Responsible Exercises Of Parental Authority - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Mitchell MilchAs a social worker I spent 6 years assessing the mental health treatment needs of adults who get caught in the revolving door to a state criminal justice system in New England. In piecing together the histories of these clients I spoke with their parents when these opportunities arise. What ...
Views: 2678(2 votes) - Setting Goals – And Sticking With Them - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleySetting Goals – And Sticking With Them How often do you decide that you want something different for your life? Better relationships with your children, ex-partner or friends. Better fitness, more money, a bigger house, a more flexible job, a ‘cooler’ wardrobe, a new relationship, or simply ...
Views: 623(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: 795(1 vote) - Weekend Babysitters - How Can I Find One? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Sheila HugginsFinding weekend babysitters is only as far as your fingertips. Take advantage of all your computer has to offer. You can use the internet as your personal search assistant to find the best possible weekend babysitters. You do have a few options for finding our babysitter online. Among your ...
Views: 681(1 vote) - Bringing Home Baby! - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Elizabeth FadenBringing home a newborn to meet your toddler for the first time can be quite a juggling act. A new baby requires a great deal of attention and work. But when you already have a young child at home, it is difficult to keep them from feeling neglected. An expecting mother with a 20 month old ...
Views: 809(2 votes) - What Are You Doing to Your Child? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Jan DeniseINSIDE RELATIONSHIPS WEEKLY COLUMN RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2009 What Are You Doing to Your Child? When you hold a newborn baby, you sense something God-like … I dare say, even if you're an atheist. A baby is untainted, sacred, perfect! It's important to hold that thought because ...
Views: 1398(3 votes) - Your Vision Board - Get Creative, Get Inspired, Get Focused! - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyI read books on metaphysics (the philosophy of ‘being’) on a regular basis. There’s a huge raising up of global consciousness around the fact that our limitations rarely come from our government, our society, our family or our friends. Our limitations come from our mindset. We can positively ...
Views: 640(1 vote) - 8 Great Ways to Keep Your Family Organized - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have confessed in the past, to loving organization in all its forms. At work, at home, on vacation... it just makes me feel good. So, without further ado, here are 8 great organizational tips for the whole family. 1. Set an intention How do you want your family life to be? What would ...
Views: 1141(8 votes) - Phthalates In Toys- Which Toys Are Now Safe? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Michael PietrafesaCongress approved a federal ban on phthalates (7/08) used in making children's products, because they could cause a variety of health issues. The European Community banned phthalates in toys two years before. Phthalates are used to soften plastics (PVC/vinyl primarily) in children's toys like ...
Views: 588(1 vote) - Those Who Came Before: Turning to Ancestors for Guidance - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany entities assume the role of spirit guide. Throughout our lives, we may call upon angels, animal and nature spirits, ascended masters, and celestial guardians for aid, protection, and support. Our ancestors represent another wellspring from which we may draw wisdom in times of need for they, ...
Views: 643(2 votes) - Teaching Your Children Values Through Volunteerism - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn today's society, so many of us feel that children are growing up with unhealthy values and unproductive attitudes. Children and teens are sometimes viewed as self-centered, seldom thinking about others in their family or community. While there are many factors that contribute to their ...
Views: 579(2 votes) - Parenting - Handling biological factors and emotiionally charged atmospheres. - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Diane BabcockBiological Factors ADHD – If you have a high-energy problem child, have him/her tested for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). If they have it, learn as much as you can about it and change the child's diet to exclude triggers like foods high in refined sugars (sucrose, dextrose), ...
Views: 1700(3 votes) - Parenting - Discipline, tough love, natural & logical consequences. - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Diane BabcockDiscipline Tough love is the best way to handle disruptive and/or destructive behaviour and following through is the key to instilling the message. Know the difference between natural and logical consequence and teach your child in it. A natural consequence is when a child is playing with ...
Views: 5468(4 votes) - Parenting - Teaching skills. - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Diane BabcockTeaching Skills No matter the age, consistency is the key to teaching good habits and hygiene with the parent being the most influential example. You will find that children will mimic their parents in practically everything and will reflect a lot more back when they become a young adult. ...
Views: 2096(5 votes) - Parenting - Deadbeat parents could be in the next room. - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Diane BabcockDeadbeat Parents This is someone who never grew up themselves and usually clings to their own parents too much or disassociates altogether. They are in fact mostly men, but women do it, too. On the other hand you can find a deadbeat parent right in the next room, leaving all of the child ...
Views: 1896(3 votes) - Parenting - Teach and learn with a child in the art of life. - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Diane BabcockTeach your child in the art of life and at the same time learn about who he/she is. Parenting begins the moment a child is born. Whether you are a little or a lot involved in raising the child, the guidelines are the same with consistency being the key to making it a part of the child's ...
Views: 1656(3 votes) - Educational Software for Back to School - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Justine MorganWhether your child is 5 or 18 years old, it's tough to let them go. Be with your child every step of the way by equipping them with the tools they need to succeed throughout the upcoming school year. Smart Software: If your home computer is still running Windows 2000, it may be time to ...
Views: 610 - Getting Ready for College - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Justine MorganStarting College Tips It’s essential to be prepared for life at college . Unlike high school, getting ready for college requires more than just new school supplies and clothes. If your son or daughter is going to be living in the dorms here’s a checklist for what you need. Luggage: ...
Views: 1006(2 votes) - ~ A Single Father With Heart ~ - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Larry AgrestoIf you’ve read my bio, you know that in May of 1995, I suddenly became a single father over night. The tragedy left me in a space that I had never experienced before. I was both in shock and terror. At the same time, I knew what I had to do and by the grace of God I found the courage I needed ...
Views: 2742(3 votes) - 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: 665(2 votes) - Let's Get Dirty - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“Gardening is the purest of human pleasures.” – Francis Bacon I blackmailed the boys into helping me with some yard work yesterday. The conversation was short, one-sided and went something like this: “If you expect to have any of your friends over to the house this summer, you need to ...
Views: 640(2 votes) - Holidays for Single Parents – Seasonal Strategies - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyAs the end of the year comes round yet again, there’s an expectation for peace and good family time from we parents … and a desire for presents and sweets galore from the children! How do we come together in the compromise and make our shared year end a success of us all? Read on as I share my ...
Views: 831(2 votes) - How to Find a Nanny for a Long Term Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Sheila HugginsAny employer or employee would prefer to enter into a long term relationship as far as careers or job positions are concerned. Parents will try to know all it takes on how to find a nanny that can put an end to all future nanny searches. Mainly because the tediousness of going through nanny ...
Views: 599(2 votes) - Tips For Planning Great Baby Showers - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Chris SmithBaby showers are parties thrown for friends that are pregnant. This practice has significantly changed over the course of the years and has gradually become more and more elaborate and planned. Baby showers can make an expectant mother feel more secure in the fact that her friends are all ...
Views: 772(3 votes) - 5 Simple Strategies to Increase Your Income - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Jennifer BroadleyThe thing about single parents and work is that we’ve got to be way more innovative in our thinking and our dedication to delivering value to our workplaces. Those of the adult workforce who have 2 parents contributing to finances and to homemaking have a little more back up than most of us. ...
Views: 769(2 votes) - 7 Self Improvement Ideas Your Children Will Be Happy You Found (For Parents) - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Nea Joy JusticeSelf Improvement Ideas for Parenting Were you one of those people who had a surefire plan for raising well-mannered, respectful, intelligent, pleasant children? And are you now having the shock of your life as you realize that parenting is indeed the world’s most difficult job and that ...
Views: 3986(15 votes) - *** Why is My Child Misbehaving? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaI know that as parents we’ve all wondered, “Why the heck is she behaving this way?” Or “Why on earth can’t he just behave?” I’d like to offer you some ideas today about common causes of a child’s misbehavior. I’ll also offer some pointers on how to address the misbehavior if you get a gut ...
Views: 4488(3 votes) - *** What’s Up With Your 8-11-Year-Old? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaIf you’re the parent of an 8-to-11-year-old, perhaps you’ve noticed a surge in back talk, defiance and sensitivity. Simple requests may be met with intense outbursts. You may be asking, whatever happened to my amiable child who liked pleasing me? If so, you’re not alone! And your child is not ...
Views: 11953(4 votes) - *** Steps Parents Need to Take to Prevent Sexual Abuse - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaHave you taught your child about “good touch/bad touch”? That’s a good place to start, but not enough to protect your child from possible sexual abuse, according to Libby Bergman, executive director of the Center for Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment. “Children need to know the difference ...
Views: 2308(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: 1503(2 votes) - *** 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: 6468(2 votes) - 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: 2217(3 votes) - Reclaim Your Couple Time! - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaIf you’re like most parents you devote yourself to your children, work long hours, take care of all of life’s demands and let your relationship with your loved one drop to the bottom of the heap. You may believe that since your loved one isn’t demanding your attention like the children do ...
Views: 1627(3 votes) - Reasons NOT to Over Schedule Your Child this Summer - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni Schutta(Take the “Is Your Child Overscheduled?” quiz here: http://www.familiesfirstcoaching.com/pdf/IsYourChildOverscheduledAssessment.pdf Are you busy scheduling summer camps and activities for your child? There are a plethora of great options to choose from. A word of caution, however. Make sure ...
Views: 2703(4 votes) - Raising a Child With a Positive Body Image - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaMany of us hate our bodies. We shun swim suits. We are quick to find fault. Some of us are even self-loathing. The question is do you want your child to grow up with these insecurities, too? If not, what can we do as parents to help our child grow up feeling good about his/her body? And what can ...
Views: 1242(3 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: 1094(2 votes) - Happy Reading Habits - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Evangelia ZonniosTaking your child to the library may not be the kind of thing that springs to mind as a way of entertaining your pre-schooler, but be prepared for a surprise. In modern libraries there is often a corner set up just for little children. For busy parents it can be a great chance to browse ...
Views: 1151(3 votes) - A Mother's Gift - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Mariana ConveryAs I was growing up, my parents worked very hard to make sure we had all that we needed - and also wanted - as most parents do; a comfortable home, food on the table and clothes on our back. Then there were the gifts and things that we wanted and asked for and also received; such as dolls, toys, ...
Views: 1087(1 vote) - Managing and Accepting Anger in Ourselves and in Our Children - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Matt CasperAnger seems to be one of the primary emotions with which most people consistently struggle. Anger can be an extremely SCARY emotion for an individual to feel…it is powerful and therefore difficult for people to HOLD. “Holding” in the psychological sense means the ability to tolerate an emotion ...
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