Are You Meeting ALL Your Childs Basic Needs?
This may come as a surprise, but many parents are unaware ofthe full extent of their child's basic needs.Do you remember the old song by Lennon and McCartney aboutthe girl leaving home after 'living alone for so manyyears'? The parents were desolate. They'd given hereverything money could buy - so... Read More
5 Tips for Improving Communication With Your Teenager
Parents are always looking for ways to open up the communication with their teenagers. Here are 5 ideas that are all within your control. Some may represent an attitude shift, some are tactics you can apply; all have the potential to dramatically improve the communication between you and your teen.1.)... Read More
Work Before Play
Many families, ours included, have learned that breakfast is eaten after we are dressed and have made our beds. Dressing and making a bed somehow only takes five minutes when done before breakfast and take forever if done after breakfast. If it is your child's job to see that the... Read More
Twins - Double The Trouble Or Double The Pleasure? Both!
If You're Having Twins..is it double the headache, or double the joy? Probably both!What Causes Twins? The number of twins is on the increase, probably because of IVF treatment where more than one fertilised egg is placed in the womb.Of the non-IVF twins, there are two causes:Two eggs are released... Read More
10 keys to Developing Your Childs Genius
Would you like your child to be the best that he can be - to achieve his maximum potential? Imagine how successful your child can be with a brilliant mind, lightening fast learning skills, an accurate, lasting memory, creativity and problem solving skills of a genius. Here are 10 keys... Read More
How Do Campers Protect Their Children?
Oh yes you have! Suddenly, "Where's Bobby?" You instantly realize that he is not where he is supposed to be-where you told him to stay! Little kids, and even older ones, just don't behave like they used to. Has anyone noticed that?Since corporeal punishment of children has departed the scene,... Read More
Childrens Friendships Made Easy
Most research into children's friendships shows that those children who are able to form friendships when they start school are happier at school and also learn better.More significantly, a positive beginning to friendships has long-term implications for social and indirectly academic success.Developing and maintaining friendships is a dynamic process. Most... Read More
Teaching Reading: Part One
One of the biggest milestones in our children's education is when they learn how to read. You've probably asked yourself, "When is the best time to teach my child to read?" You can research this until you are blue in the face, but the answer is really very simple. You've... Read More
What Values Are We Giving Our Children?
On a bright Sunday morning, a couple of weeks ago, I went to South London to receive a message sent from Nigeria. As I entered the lift, I saw a couple, apparently in their early 20s, smoking marijuana while their young son sat comfortably in his push-chair. As I was... Read More
Teenagers and Stress: What Parents Can Do to Help
More and more parents are expressing their concerns about how to support their teenagers who are complaining about the stress in their lives.What parents may not realize, is that what they do every day by providing healthy food, support, and a comforting home, provides the very stress-antidotes their teens need.... Read More
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The Great Baby Name Debate
Winifred or Willow? Thomas or Troy? The name you choose... Read More
Water Hazards For Young Children
Unfortunately each year many young children drown in swimming pools,... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Late vs. Too Late, and 5 More Sure Fire Tips
Late vs. Too LateEvery now and then, I'll hear a... Read More
Study Skills - How Can YOU Help Your Kids?
Some years ago when touring the Scottish Highlands, a man... Read More
Who Are You When the Professional In You Meets Baby?
Are you a professional?Notice how the questions differs from, "Do... Read More
They Call it Puppy Love
My son is 6 yrs old. He came home the... Read More
How Do I Get My Child to Read?
Well first off, please to don't institute the ½ hour... Read More
Starting School - What Age Should Children Begin School?
"What age should my child start school?"This is a common... Read More
Building Teen Character: Part-Time Employment
The teenage years are a crucial time in a child's... Read More
Couch Potatoes Beware!
It's no surprise that the self-image and self-esteem of overweight... Read More
Its a Sick World
It's no joy to be sick. It's even less joy... 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
How To Live With Your Teenagers Untidy Room
'Whose room is it anyway?'If you have a teenager, you're... Read More
Is Your Child Learning Nothing?
You send your child to school and the teachers teach... Read More
Confident Kids : Why Some Parents Should Carry a Health Warning
As a hypnotherapist, I am acutely aware of the power... Read More
Do You Have the Loving Relationship With Your Children That You Desire?
Most people with children want to be good parents. The... Read More
How Is Peaceful Parenting® Different?
Peaceful Parenting® ideas are very different from other kinds of... Read More
Crazy Colors Fun Kid Experiment as a Party Activity
Here is an easy, inexpensive and fun kid experiment for... Read More
A Mothers Love
Once upon a time there was a beautiful bird whose... 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
How Public Schools Lie to Parents and Betray Our Children
Under the "No Child Left Behind Act," public schools whose... Read More
Organizing a Car Wash Fundraiser
The key to a successful car wash fundraiser event is... Read More
Choosing a Daycare or Pre-School ? Top Ten Safety Tips
When it's time to put your child into a daycare... Read More
How to Foster a Love of Reading and Writing in Your Child
The key to lifelong learning is reading and writing. When... Read More
My Teenaged Parents
Frankly, as a single parent of young children, I struggled.... Read More
Be Serious With Your Child Future
As a parent your biggest responsibility is to prepare your... Read More
Monitoring Your Teens for Drug Use Without Appearing to be Spying
Even if your teenagers do not use drugs, you still... Read More
The ADD Child: Challenging Parents, Teachers and Friends
The ADD child exhibits a series of behaviors that are... Read More
Stop Lying NOW
Do you have a consistent problem with your child lying... Read More
Child ADHD - Deciding Where to Draw the Line
The wonderful adaptability of children in dealing with the challenges... Read More
Awesome Dads Top Ten Ways To Be The Foundation of Your Family
Part of the responsibility of being a father is to... Read More
Guide To Choosing Educational Toys For Children
In the last few years, parents started getting more and... Read More
Top Ten Common Sense Rules for Fathers
There are a lot of sophisticated parenting theories and techniques... Read More
Do You Have the Loving Relationship With Your Children That You Desire?
Most people with children want to be good parents. The... Read More
Games Of The Past Meet The Present
Recently, our family had the opportunity to care for sisters'... Read More
Parenting: The Road I Chose
Tripping over the shoes and toys that seem to clutter... Read More
Homes for Troubled Teens: Therapeutic and Residential
For troubled teens who are struggling with drug abuse, depression... Read More
How to Put Your Kids (Or Grandkids) On the Fast Track to Success
Working with adults (as well as children and teens) for... Read More
Real Monsters Under Your Bed
There may really be a real monster under your kidâ??s... Read More
Busy Moms, Dont Forget to Take Time Out for You!
As mothers, we play so many different roles and most... Read More
Ultimate Airplane Themed Games & Activities for your Childs Birthday Party
Are you looking for the Ultimate Airplane Themed Party Games... Read More
Confident Kids : Why Some Parents Should Carry a Health Warning
As a hypnotherapist, I am acutely aware of the power... Read More
Summer Camp Care Packages
Every summer our daughter goes to summer camp. She looks... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Back to School Blues
Q: Our son has been in honors classes all through... Read More
The ADHD Parents Guide: Questions for the School
Here is something that you might want to keep if... Read More
Planning the Ultimate Kid Birthday Party
Child Party Planning Guideline #1)Pick the ThemeYour child is going... 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
When Parents Disagree
Moms and dads, are there times you think that parenting... Read More
Are Parents Trying Too Hard?
One of the implications of the current trend toward smaller... Read More
Banishing Bedtime Blues
"My son won't go to bed at night without a... Read More
Healthy Eating Alone Is Not The Answer
Along with eating healthier we need to be more active.... Read More
Navigating in the New World: Parents and Teenagers Growing Together
One of the most prevalent myths of our modern culture... Read More
Raising Teenagers? Stay C.A.L.M.
Parents of teenagers frequently ask what can be done to... Read More
End Homework Battles
Ask parents what their biggest school year challenge is, and... Read More
Watch What You Say
"Now don't you go getting any ideas, Harold.""Don't you get... Read More
Natural Disasters: Help Your Child Cope With The Anxiety
How on earth can you help your family cope with... Read More
You Dont Need a Supernanny to Be an Active Parent
The hot new reality TV show "Nanny 911" has been... Read More
Boundaries - Why Theyre Needed
Imagine a child who lacks ownership of his own life,... Read More
Guilty of Not Following Her Heart
Karen, a single never-married thirty-year old attorney has a four-year... Read More
Ritalin (Methylphenidate) in the Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Ritalin is a good medication with a bad reputation. Its... Read More
Useful Jogger Stroller Accessories
There are many useful jogger stroller accessories out on the... Read More
Caretaking Parents, Entitled Kids
Demanding children ? children who have entitlement issues ? seem... 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
How A Home Water Filter Can Reduce Your Child?s Risk Of Learning Disabilities
Lead is one of the most dangerous toxins a person... Read More
PG Rating Isnt What It Used To Be
If there are any parents reading this who are thinking... Read More
A Dangerous Environment
The internet is a dangerous place for your children. Don't... Read More
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