Whine, Whine, Whine!
Whine, Whine, Whine! Are you tired of hearing your children begging and pleading for everything from toys to candy? Do you wish you could get your little ones to stop whining and start accepting "No"...
View ArticleHow to Stop My Child From Lying
How to Stop My Child From Lying Distressed and disappointed are how most of us feel when we find out that a child has lied to us. Rather than get angry and upset, try to stay calm and confront the...
View ArticleDelivering "Short and Sweet" Instructions
Delivering "Short and Sweet" Instructions Most teens feel they deserve to live their own lives without being bothered by their parents' opinions, rules or interferences. That's why parents can get so...
View ArticlePre-Approving Friends and Hangouts
Pre-Approving Friends and Hangouts Prevention is the key to protecting your teen from unhealthy friendships and environments. The following ideas from Skills for Families, Skills for Life can help you...
View ArticleCreating a Safer Home
Creating a Safer Home Parents are often reminded about safety issues for babies and young children. There are important points to keep in mind about safety and your teen as well. Do you have a teen...
View ArticleHow To Deal With a Bully
How To Deal With a Bully Victims of bullies can take steps to better protect themselves and make living with a bully easier. This includes learning how to be more assertive and confident. However,...
View ArticleBoost Baby's Brain
Boost Your Baby's BrainAn article from BabyZone.com By Emily GorovskyFrom building-block basics to Baby Mozart, there is no limit to what your baby's brain can absorb in those first years of life. But...
View ArticleBabbles and Coos: It's Never Too Early to Talk!
Babbles and Coos: It's Never Too Early to Talk! An article from iParenting Media By Mindy Hudon, M.S.,CCC-SLP I remember how nervous and excited I was as a new parent of twins. In those early days,...
View ArticleRespecting Baby
R-E-S-P-E-C-T By Holly Bennett I once watched a mom clean up her nine-month-old after his lunch. She came up behind the high chair with a big, wet washcloth spread out on her hand, and without a word...
View ArticleDangerous Plants for Babies and Children
Which houseplants or yard plants should we avoid having with a baby on the loose? By Martin Simenc, child safety expertQuestion: Which houseplants or yard plants should we avoid having with a baby on...
View ArticleWish Me Luck!
My little guy, 3 years old, is wearing, for the first time, big boy undies.He has been, thus far, completely disinterested in potty training. He was interested, however, in Sponge Bob undies.I am sure...
View ArticleTeach your kids listening skills
Teach your kids listening skills (the REAL ABC's)Jodie Lynn "Michelle, why are you still coloring your face with the red marker?" asked Mrs. Johnson. "We are lining up to go to lunch, didn't you hear...
View ArticleManners matter
Manners matter: Putting a halt to interruptionsAnne Leedom Many of us have sat in a restaurant, a movie theatre or perhaps you noticed this phenomenon just walking down the street. I am referring to...
View ArticleChildren Online
Shannon could hear the footsteps behind her as she walked toward home. The thought of being followed made her heart beat faster. "You're being silly, she told herself, "no one is following you." To be...
View ArticleIf you care about kids, please read this
I know that a lot of these things are passed around as hoaxes, but I wanted to post it anyway. I know that James will never be allowed in a ball pit; I would much rather be some paranoid mother and...
View ArticleCould you be a stay-at-home dad?
Could you be a stay-at-home dad?Six years ago Glen Daniels turned in his computer, and gave up his job at an engineering firm, to be a stay-at-home father. Now the father of Julianne, 4, and...
View ArticleAre you sure you treat your daughters and sons the same way?
Are you sure you treat your daughters and sons the same way? Gender biases can be communicated in surprisingly subtle ways. Here's how to pay close attention to the signals you're giving to your...
View ArticleWhat kind of smarts does your child have?
What kind of smarts does your child have? Find out if your kids have linguistic, visual, bodily or other above-average strengths. By Rae Pica Especially during the early years, children must have the...
View ArticleRaise Happier, Healthier Kids
From Prevention.com.Raise Happier, Healthier Kids When you eat right, move more, and enjoy life to the fullest, so do your kids.Many parents do a great job when it comes to the essentials of...
View ArticleAge Appropriate Chores
Age Appropriate Chore ChartsFrom Sarah Aguirre, Your Guide to Housekeeping.Age Appropriate Chores for Children Ages 2 and 3Many toddlers are eager to help with chores, and while their helping may not...
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