Parenting Your Teenager: Of Course You Can Search Your Teens Room
Q. We recently caught our son smoking pot, and we wonder whether he's doing more stuff. We have reason to believe he has been hiding drugs in his room, and we're wondering whether we should go into his room to see whether we can find anything. Some parents we've talked... Read More
Diet Sodas And How They Can Affect Kids
Many of us have grown up drinking caffeinated diet sodas as an alternative to sugary regular sodas. We figure this is a better choice rather than loading our and our children's bodies with large quantities of sugar. Whilst diet sodas do help us avoid a sugar overload (which can lead... Read More
The Great Baby Name Debate
Winifred or Willow? Thomas or Troy? The name you choose for your child will last a lifetime. Whether you're looking for something original that will stand out from the crowd or a traditional name that people will instantly recognize, choosing a name for your new baby is a huge responsibility.It... Read More
A New Dad To Be? Deer in the headlights?
Ok. So you're a dad to be. If you're like most men, this can be a scary situation. We go through so many emotions and sometimes we don't know what to think or how to react. Some men get very enthusiastic but then still go through the emotional roller coaster.Take... Read More
Parent Involvement: Finding Your Way in Middle School and High School
In elementary school it's pretty straightforward: bringing in cupcakes to help the room mother, reading a story to the class, or helping out at the science fair. Your child is happy - proud even-to have you be a part of his classroom activities. But then comes middle school. It's a... Read More
Personal Responsibility: What It Means and Whose Job is It?
"How many times do I have to tell you to clean your room?" Why should a child keep his room neat? Many children say they don't care whether it is neat or dirty, so why should it matter to anyone else? Unless it is a health or safety hazard, or... Read More
When Your Childs Adoption Story Changes: Nothing But the Facts or is It Nothing are the Facts?
Elana, born in Russia, was told "We really don't know why your birth family couldn't care for you.""Katie, adopted from China, cherishes an item from a birth parent: a red note that was enclosed with her blanket.Peter grew up celebrating his birthday on July 7th He believed that the reason... Read More
Finding Answers to Underachievement
Finding answers to a child's underachievement is often a difficult and complex process. Let intuition be your guide, knowing when and how to ask the right questions. Here are 7 steps to get you started:1. Narrow the Problem.By the time a family member or teacher steps in to help an... Read More
Eye-Opening Questions for Working Parents to Ask
I remember watching my 18-month-old son eat a big frosted cookie while I was carrying him out of the bakery. I asked him, "Can you give mommy a bite?" He leaned over and gently bit me on the cheek.Kids take things so literally. What misconceptions and concerns might your child... Read More
Helping Your Kids Handle Divorce
Every year over one million parents have to talk to their kids about divorce. For each parent, the discussions differ, but the goals of the discussions are universal: to openly and honestly reassure your child of your love.Divorce is painful and traumatic for all involved ? spouses and children alike.... Read More
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Study Skills - Help Young People Study Smarter, Not Harder
Many young people don't know how to study efficiently and... Read More
COMMITMENT: Teaching Children the Lessons of a Lifetime
It's been said, time and again, that for a child... Read More
The Theme from MASH - Suicide is Not Painless
The Theme from MASHI flipped the button on the remote... Read More
Is Your Discipline Damaging the Spirit of the Child?
If your parenting methods include abuse of any kind; physical,... Read More
Raise Awesome Kids! This 4-Point Plan Gets Results
Are your children truthful, kind, and helpful? If so, read... Read More
Goal Setting for Kids
Goal setting is essential for building a successful life. However,... Read More
The Most Powerful Question a Parent Can Ask?
The question I have for you drives right to the... Read More
Book Review: The Ring Bear Depicts Turmoil of Becoming A Stepchild
In "The Ring Bear," a picture book by Tigard resident... Read More
The Legend and Charm of The Tooth Fairy
The legend and myth of the Tooth Fairy is a... Read More
Adolescence - Clues and Advice
Be sure to respect the intellectual changes that mark adolescence.... Read More
End Homework Battles
Ask parents what their biggest school year challenge is, and... Read More
Promote Physical Fitness for Your Child
If your child is to derive the benefits of physical... Read More
Patterns For Plus Size Children
Plus size children and overweight children need patterns and clothing... Read More
Develop Your Childs Critical Thinking Skills
1. Encourage Questions.Don't answer every question, instead ask what do... Read More
Twelve Tips To Connect With Teachers At Conference Time
It's that time again! Parent-teacher conferences are coming. Are you... Read More
Things To Teach Your Teenage Driver
Is it hard to communicate with your teenager about issues... Read More
How Being a Mom Makes You a Better Professional
"Becoming a parent can make you a better worker," New... Read More
Teach Your Children How To Resolve Conflict Without Using Anger Or Power
Teaching kids to deal with conflict effectively and peacefully is... Read More
14 Romantic Time-Outs for Parents
Here are fourteen spontaneous time-outs, specially designed to help you... Read More
Ten Tips to Stimulate Your Newborns Senses
A number of scientific studies have shown the way a... Read More
Simple Living in a Materialistic World
We were sitting in the family room. My kids had... Read More
The Truth Behind Having Children
In the beginning, having children was just a byproduct of... Read More
Secret Of Your Genuis Child
Here is a top secret to make your child genius... Read More
Teaching Preschool Color and Shapes with Family Games
My kids just can't get enough of playing games with... Read More
Summer Survival
Summer Survival The... Read More
Five Easy Steps to Picking the Perfect Baby Name
One of the few decisions you'll make during pregnancy that... Read More
Types of Schools for Troubled Teens
It can be difficult on all family members to have... Read More
The POWER of Your Words
Words are truly powerful things. They are something that becomes... Read More
Teaching Your Child To Lift a Car
Yesterday my husband Wade took the day off (that's one... Read More
Life Lessons Learned in My Underwear
For several years now, I've told the following story as... Read More
Childhood Friendships
Childhood friendships are as special as they are a necessary... Read More
How to Handle Child Tantrums?
Child tantrums are a way for children to express their... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: How to Say NO!
Q: Whenever we tell my daughter "no," she just bugs... Read More
Be Serious With Your Child Future
As a parent your biggest responsibility is to prepare your... Read More
The Forgotten Secret of the Ancient Greeks that Shows Us How to Keep Our Teenagers Out of Trouble
To every thing there is a season, and a time... Read More
Visiting the Library
Libraries offer more than books. They are places of learning... Read More
Super Nanny - A Users Guide to Watching Super Nanny
There are many things to like about the television show... Read More
Reclaiming Her Identity: A Mothers Diary
After giving up my profession to become a wife, a... Read More
Help Your Child Do Better in School
1. Create... Read More
Awesome Dads Top Ten Communication Intentions
An Awesome Dad in by no means perfect. But that... Read More
The Giving Jar
Giving with a happy heart. If you teach a child... Read More
10 Secrets To Know You?re A Good Working Parent To Your Kids!
How are parents to know they are doing the right... Read More
Five Easy Steps to Picking the Perfect Baby Name
One of the few decisions you'll make during pregnancy that... Read More
Responsible Fatherhood - A Unique And Irreplaceable Role!
Something happened the other day that made me feel uneasy.... Read More
Guide to Choosing Plush Toys for Children
Many people consider plush toys great for children. They say... Read More
Water Hazards For Young Children
Unfortunately each year many young children drown in swimming pools,... Read More
Youth In A Changing World
IntroductionChildren are the gifts of God to parents. That young... Read More
New Mom...New Baby...New Debt?
Ah, there is nothing like being an expectant mom. Along... Read More
How to Give Your Child Encyclopedic Knowledge?
When you talk about multiply your child's intelligence, you can't... Read More
Are Your Kids Driving You Crazy? How Character Building Charts Keep You Sane
Who lives in your house? Are they driving you "crazy?"... Read More
Potty Training Battle of the Wills
Some children practically potty train themselves, while others struggle and... Read More
Spend Time Not Money With The Kids This Winter
Spending quality time with your children doesn't need to cost... Read More
How Do Campers Protect Their Children?
Oh yes you have! Suddenly, "Where's Bobby?" You instantly realize... Read More
Raising A High Maintenance Child
Do you have a high maintenance child?"Thank goodness my second... Read More
Raise Your Child to Be a Leader Not a Follower
Your child's leadership skills begin at the family dinner table.... Read More
Effective Troubled Teen Programs
Not all parents subscribe to the notion of "tough love,"... Read More
How to Make Kids More Likeable?
Nothing touches the heartstrings of a parent more than the... Read More
Drugs and Violence In Public Schools
Many public schools not only fail to educate our children,... Read More
Now, They?re Bullying My Daughter in Our Home: Welcome to Cyber-bullying
Last night Tom's daughter, Sue, came out of her room... Read More
Books Around the House Make A Difference in Literacy Rates
We need a grass roots campaign targeted towards parents to... Read More
Diaper Bags for Dads - Papas Got a Brand New Bag
Today's dads are more hands-on than ever before and their... Read More
The B Word
Former students would probably attest to the fact that few... Read More
Creating Great Birthday Party Videos
My son recently had his third birthday party and it... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: When is it OK to Quit?
Q. My daughter is a junior in high school and... Read More
15 Ways to Help Kids Like Themselves
1. Tell me something you like about yourself? Help your... Read More
Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson Never Went To Public School
Most of our Founding Fathers, including Ben Franklin, Sam Adams,... Read More
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