From Birth to Teen, Spirituality in Children
Until about the age of six, children do not generally have the aptitude to think in abstract terms. But they do have an imagination, and they do fantasize... it is just that they reduce or compare the fantasy to something real that they can comprehend. If they fantasize about a... Read More
Misplaced Passion
"Before every action, ask yourself: Will this bring more monkeys on my back? Will the result of my action be a blessing or a heavy burden?" --Alfred A. MontapertIt's that time of year again. Plans are underway for end-of-year recitals, end-of-year concerts, and end-of-year teacher appreciation brunches. I'm in the... Read More
Childhood Obesity & Parents Healthy Food Confusion
Many parents struggle to know which foods are healthy for their children. When they are able to opt for healthy choices, about two-thirds struggle to get their children to eat healthily, a poll of nearly 800 parents found. Developing Patient Partnerships (DPP), which commissioned the survey, said that parents need... Read More
Communications for Family Emergencies
You know that children can get into trouble. The older they get, the bigger the problem as history would have it. To keep your teens safer you undoubtedly have already issued the cell phones to keep in touch, especially in the event of an emergency.While having a cell phone is... Read More
Playing Safe
Do you really want your child to enjoy playing with a toy that was made on the other side of the world by people who are no more than children themselves, and paid 30 cents an hour - a paltry sum that can barely sustain them? Unfortunately, all too often,... Read More
Picky Eater Kid Nutritional Guidelines
Although many children are picky eaters at some stage in their lives, the experts say not to worry. Unless you are feeding him or her chips and cookies three times each day, these children will most likely meet their weekly nutritional quotas.However, if you are concerned about their developmental progress,... Read More
Time To Connect With Your Teen
While on a recent trip to the grocery store, I happened to hear a mother telling her teenage daughter not to answer her ringing cell phone. Of course, the daughter explained to her mother that "she just had to answer it" As the mother was in the middle of stating... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Is it Time for That Talk?
Just a couple of years ago Annie helped her parents get the washer & dryer moved from the basement to a bedroom on the first floor after her mom missed the last step & broke her toe. Annie reassured them that she would make sure they would stay in their... Read More
Should The Dad-To-Be Attend The Birth?
Not so long ago a dad-to-be would pace up and down outside the labor room and would be admitted only after the birth. Modern practice is to assume the dad-to-be should be at the birth to offer support. But an increasing number of dads, moms and midwives would prefer he... Read More
Now, Theyre Bullying My Daughter In Our Home: Welcome To Cyber-Bullying
Last night Tom's daughter, Sue, came out of her room to see her dad and said, "I got another one of those instant messages. It says, 'tomorrow you had better not show up at school or else'." She has been getting messages like this now for weeks. The result of... Read More
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What Is Homeschooling And How Do I know If Its Right For My Family?
Do you know what these famous people have in common?Alexander... Read More
Childs Play: Treating The Insanity of the Mental Health System
In today's mental health system there is a pattern of... Read More
Teacher Tips: Your Room Set-Up and ADHD Students
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate... Read More
Keeping Your Children Safe
The purpose of this article is to address some of... Read More
Whine Oh Whine Am I The Only One?
I thought I was the only one in the world... Read More
Potty Training Caveats- Dont Start Too Soon
The First Reason: For one thing, child development experts are... Read More
How Public Schools Lie to Parents and Betray Our Children
Under the "No Child Left Behind Act," public schools whose... Read More
To Test or Not To Test - That Is the Question
Little Suzy has really been having a hard time getting... Read More
Is My Child Lazy?
Is there a difference between lazy and unmotivated? Why do... Read More
A Night Out For Mom & Dad
Is your babysitter watching the kids and your k9 family... Read More
Tips for Parents of Teenagers: Dont Just Survive - Thrive!
What makes parenting so challenging at times? One widespread research... Read More
Boundaries - Why Theyre Needed
Imagine a child who lacks ownership of his own life,... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: 4 Dangerous Myths
MYTH: All teens have to rebel, and the teen years... Read More
Why have children? DINCs, This is For You!
First there were Yuppies (Young Urban Professionals). Then came the... Read More
The Theme from MASH - Suicide is Not Painless
The Theme from MASHI flipped the button on the remote... Read More
Diet Sodas And How They Can Affect Kids
Many of us have grown up drinking caffeinated diet sodas... Read More
Mom, Dad and the Big Brother
Software for parental control is a useful tool, if applied... Read More
Nurtured by Love or Matured by Nature?
"There is nothing new under the sun," states Ecclesiastes 1:9.... Read More
Raising a Violent-Free Teen in 10 Easy Steps
The disquieting behavior of teenagers in the 21st century, is... Read More
Potty Dolls to Accelerate Potty Training Success
Sometime the most effective training tool in rapidly accelerating the... Read More
Playground Pettiness
Recently I took my two children to a popular new... Read More
Stroller Safety Tips
Strollers offer a wonderful and convenient service to parents and... Read More
A Call For Fathers
Dads, please let me encourage you to change some things... Read More
What You Can Learn About Life From Your Children
You can learn a lot from children.The best part of... Read More
Ten Reasons to Tell your Kids Stories
In today's busy world, many parents have lost the art... Read More
What About ADHD Teens and Driving?
This is one of the most common questions asked of... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: But everyone else gets to do it!
Q. We are getting to the stage with our kids... Read More
Whats Mine Is Mine
You are at the grocery store with your daughter and... Read More
Childrens Allowance
When we consider that the word allowance means, "allowing for,"... Read More
Second Letter to My Daughter
Dear Camille,As I thumb through the photographs that I carry... Read More
Facing the Homeschool Super Mom
I know this Mom. She homeschools her 5 children, plus... Read More
Tackle, Tackle
I don't know how people raise daughters because I have... Read More
Are You Meeting ALL Your Childs Basic Needs?
This may come as a surprise, but many parents are... Read More
How to Silence Your Childs Inner Critic
Children do what feels good to them and follow their... Read More
Dads - What Family Legacy Are You Passing On to Your Children?
Do you want to create a deeper, more loving relationship... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Ask Yourself Some Questions
Annie easily slipped into becoming the sole caregiver of her... Read More
Bullies
Bullies are an ugly but very real part of childhood.... Read More
Learning Responsibility is a Lifelong Process
Learning responsibility is an ever widening and lifelong process.As thinking,... Read More
Who Are Your Kids Talking To Online?
Studies have shown that:1 out of 4 children were sent... Read More
Responding to Criticism Without Being Defensive
In an actual war, to be attacked means to have... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Back to School Blues
Q: Our son has been in honors classes all through... Read More
Introduction to the Medications Used in the Treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder
There are several treatment options available to help improve the... Read More
Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson Never Went To Public School
Most of our Founding Fathers, including Ben Franklin, Sam Adams,... Read More
Healthy Eating Alone Is Not The Answer
Along with eating healthier we need to be more active.... Read More
Calming Tips for Hyperactive Children
Parents of hyperactive children know the "Would you please just... Read More
Why Mother?s Day is Important For Children
Mother's Day is important for children.This Mother's Day take note... Read More
Tracking Your Child Progress
As a parent, you can learn a lot about your... 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
How Illiteracy Can Ruin Your Childs Life
It may seem obvious to many people why literacy is... Read More
How Children Learn
Nurture and TeachThe single most important thing caregivers can do... Read More
Reading Activities Parents Can Use For Their Children
Using 14 "at" Flashcards To Teach Reading:This exercise helps your... Read More
Authoritarian Parenting, Permissive Parenting, or Loving Parenting
Angie was brought up by rigid, authoritarian parents who kept... Read More
Dealing with Lying: The Dos and Donts
Jason Roberts listened to his son's explanation of the missing... Read More
If at First They Dont Succeed - What a Great Opportunity!
When kids try new things, sometimes it's a 'fit' and... Read More
Intermission: Wood Chips
I wanted to share with you one of the most... Read More
Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It?
It used to strike me as odd - but really,... Read More
To Clean or Not To Clean
Before my daughter was born my house was... Read More
Whos Teaching Your Child About Money?
Managing money is one of the most critical skills we... Read More
How to Raise Creative Kids
"Where did he come up with that?" Kids often amaze... Read More
Your Checking Account
Checking accounts are an absolute necessity these days. You can... Read More
Where to Look for Affordable Baby Clothes
Once the newness has worn off a little, you will... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The Power Struggle
Q: My husband and I are at a loss as... Read More
The Seven Keys to Child Obedience
Learning obedience is an important part of child development. This... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: How to Say NO!
Q: Whenever we tell my daughter "no," she just bugs... Read More
Vehicle Safety - Following Simple Vehicle Safety Tips Can Reduce Auto Accidents and Injuries
Child Car Seat Safety:We know you love your children, but... Read More
Child Safety at Home
Maintaining a safe home environment for your childrenAs adults and... Read More
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