Study Skills - How Can YOU Help Your Kids?
Some years ago when touring the Scottish Highlands, a man I met said something that's stuck with me ever since.He was elderly, yet was still working away on his small farm. He had no intention of retiring, and when asked if he felt the pace of the years he said... 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 to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal; a... Read More
Free Stuff for Twins: Incentives for Parents of Multiple Births
A sure way to double the joys of parenthood is to give birth to twins! You'll have twice the smiles, goos & coos, giggles, and firsts (first words, first steps, first burps...) But for many soon-to-be parents of twins, once the excitement wears off, the math sets in...Suddenly you find... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: 6 Tips for Effective Discipline and Consequences
A parent writes in, ``We are having a hard time in our family deciding on appropriate punishments when our teen-ager breaks family rules. We can't tell if we are too strict or too lenient. What can we do?''This seems to be a place where many parents get stuck. Questions about... Read More
Baby Name Meanings
Speaking as a Michael (a Hebrew name, meaning "Who is like God"), I'm really proud of my name. And I think that I ? mostly - live up to the title! Of course, my mother would probably disagree; I think the phrase "little devil" would probably pass her lips if... Read More
Medications: Addressing Parental Fears and Concerns
Recently, a parent came to me, conflicted over whether to follow her pediatrician's recommendation of placing her young son on medication. His difficult behaviors had escalated in recent years and after trying behavioral strategies and food elimination diets, there simply hadn't been much progress in his maintaining himself. His behavior... Read More
The Secrets To Improving Childrens Behaviour
Most parents at some stage are driven to distraction by one or more of their children's annoying habits or behaviours, whether it is a toddler who continually whines, a school-aged child who leaves clothes lying around or a teenager who uses a less than pleasant vocabulary.How to affect change is... Read More
Ten Tips for a Great First Day of School!
Many children are jittery on the first day of school. Listed are ways to prepare your child for the big day!-Read books about school.-Talk to other children about school, especially siblings or neighborhoodfriends. These "experts" can help answer any questions your child might ask.-Visit the school and the classroom prior... Read More
Promoting Your Childs Motor Development
Assuming there are no serious motor problems present, what can you, as an involved parent, do to help promote your child's motor development? To help ensure she becomes a competent, confident mover who enjoys and therefore takes part in physical activity? The answer is: Plenty!Practice is one of the most... Read More
My Children
I have been a single mom for almost 20 years. My kids were 3, 7, 12 and 14 when my ex left.As a single mom, it's often hard because you are the only one to deal with the children. Although, this can often be a blessing as well. There is... Read More
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Just Average
What do you mean average? Not good? Just doing good... Read More
Reading, Writing, Rithmetic -- and Recess!
Recess has begun disappearing in states all around the country.... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Is it Time for That Talk?
Just a couple of years ago Annie helped her parents... Read More
Five Tips for Successful Grandparenting
1. Boundaries are necessary for control and safety.All children need... Read More
Its a Sick World
It's no joy to be sick. It's even less joy... Read More
Defrazzle with a Hearty Guffaw
"The best blush to use is laughter: It put roses... Read More
Winning The Whining War
Jason Meridith's two-year old son whines when he wants more... Read More
Why Scrapbooking Moms are the Secret Weapon in the War on Terror
There is a front line and a back end to... Read More
Teaching Your Children with Coupons
Coupons can be a great tool in educating your child... Read More
Top Seven Tips To Become A Good Stepmother
Becoming a stepmother can undoubtedly be one of the most... Read More
Got To, Get To ? Change The Way Your Family Thinks
I recently heard a story that has literally changed the... Read More
Authoritarian Parenting, Permissive Parenting, or Loving Parenting
Angie was brought up by rigid, authoritarian parents who kept... Read More
MORAL ARMORS Irrational Parenting, Part III
Not Letting Them Think.We all implicitly know that anything questioning... Read More
What Do Chinese Water Torture and Arguing with Children Have in Common?
Imagine yourself lying flat on your back, totally strapped down... Read More
Putting Your Child To Bed
Are you glad for the chance to put your child... Read More
Girls Gone Mild
Voices!So many voices crying out for adherence and so many... Read More
Awesome Dads Top Ten Communication Intentions
An Awesome Dad in by no means perfect. But that... Read More
Shopping with Children
Is your weekly shopping trip with the kids an absolute... Read More
While You Have the Time, Take the Time
Here in Kansas, where we live, the leaves are turning... Read More
Dinner Table Drama
It has been a long day. Home from work, you... Read More
Being A Mum - It?s About Them And Not About You!
So you want to be a mum? Every time you... Read More
13 Ways to Spend Time with Your Teenage Daughter
The older my daughter gets the more it's sinking in... Read More
How You Can Help Your Child To Be An Avid Reader
Reading is the most efficient and economical way to help... 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
The Science of Mother Love
A growing body of scientific evidence shows that the way... Read More
His Toy, Her Toy
I remember when my daughter was born. Visions of her... Read More
From Birth to Teen, Spirituality in Children
Until about the age of six, children do not generally... Read More
Patterns For Plus Size Children
Plus size children and overweight children need patterns and clothing... Read More
Revering the Crayon Marks
"Do not think that love, in order to be genuine,... Read More
Its OK For Your Child To Be Bored - In Fact, Its Recommended!
NY -- Strange as it may sound, bordom promotes happier,... Read More
Keep the Little Ones Safe, Follow Pool Safety Guidelines
Pool safety should be on the minds of every parent... Read More
Minimizing Homework Hassles
John Bishop's Goal Setting for Students.comParents ? Minimize Homework Hassles?It's... Read More
Some Thoughts on Counseling Goals for ADHD
What should the goals for counseling be when the patient... Read More
What Are Your Children Really Watching?
Saturday mornings. Cold cereal and Scooby Doo. How many parents... Read More
Assertiveness: Key to Better Parenting
I have always been aware of my number one weakness:... Read More
The Top 10 Tips on Hiring a Babysitter
1. Encourage your babysitter by keeping their favorite foods/snacks on... 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
Childrens Safety in Public Places - 10 Useful Tips
My kids ask me all the time to take them... Read More
My Stomach Hurts - I Cant Go to School Today!
It's the third time this week that Sam has complained... Read More
Finding A Caregiver You Can Trust
Choosing to leave your child with a caregiver is one... Read More
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: What is Impulsivity?
Impulsivity is one of the hallmarks of people with Attention... Read More
The Secret, Unconscious Game Children and Parents Play Where No One Wins!
Did you know there's a game children and parents play... Read More
Banishing Bedtime Blues
"My son won't go to bed at night without a... Read More
To Clean or Not To Clean
Before my daughter was born my house was... Read More
Public Schools Can Cripple Your Childrens Ability To Read
For many adults, reading a book or newspaper seems effortless.... Read More
Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson Never Went To Public School
Most of our Founding Fathers, including Ben Franklin, Sam Adams,... 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
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
Parenting Your Teenager: 6 Tips for Effective Discipline and Consequences
A parent writes in, ``We are having a hard time... Read More
Mutants or Clones?
In a single dose of children's television, I was bombarded... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Is it Time for That Talk?
Just a couple of years ago Annie helped her parents... Read More
Top Ten Ways to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids
Having a high level of emotional intelligence in your children... Read More
Fuzzy Names, Sweet Names
As with everything, names go through cycles of change with... 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... Read More
Frequently Asked Questions About Reading To Your Child
Are you worried about your child's reading habits? Perhaps you... Read More
Second Letter to My Daughter
Dear Camille,As I thumb through the photographs that I carry... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: When is it OK to Quit?
Q. My daughter is a junior in high school and... Read More
Reclaiming Her Identity: A Mothers Diary
After giving up my profession to become a wife, a... Read More
Internet Dangers - Protecting Children from Internet Jeopardy
Parents are in a unique position to "monitor" their children's... Read More
Violence in Media
In the news, we hear and see an increasing number... Read More
Give Your Child Life Skills for a Lifetime
Many parents struggle with solutions to put their child on... Read More
Tips For a First-Time Dad
So you're going to become a father. Now is not... Read More
Managing Your Stepfamily
If you are a member of a stepfamily, you know... Read More
What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?
Q. "What do you want to be when you grow... Read More
Stay at Home Mom You Need to Raise Cowboys
Now I know that is not how the song goes,... Read More
The Theme from MASH - Suicide is Not Painless
The Theme from MASHI flipped the button on the remote... Read More
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