Simple Living in a Materialistic World
We were sitting in the family room. My kids had finished their first day back at school after the holiday break, and my wife was working late. Michael, my six-year-old son, was finger knitting. Sarah, my eight-year-old, was knitting a scarf. I sat near them and folded clothes. Occasionally someone... Read More
8 Tips To Save On Child Care Costs
Child care costs are are one of the most expensive costs associated with going back to work. Finding ways to cut down on child care costs without sacrificing quality child care is a top priority for all working parents. Here are a few ideas that can help trim your child... Read More
What Are Your Children Really Watching?
Saturday mornings. Cold cereal and Scooby Doo. How many parents started out our childhood weekends with this simple ritual? The trick was to wake up early enough to see all of the Saturday morning cartoons because after about 10 am, the children's programming was over until Sunday night's Wonderful World... Read More
How To Teach Your Children Courage
Courage means doing the right thing when it is hard, even when it means being called a "chicken" by others.A person with courage dares to attempt difficult things that are good. He has the strength of a leader and ability not to follow the crowd, to say no and mean... 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 thing for their children when they are working parents? Many parents feel guilty for the amount of time they are spending at work versus the amount of time they spend with their children. If you are questioning yourself, trust that... Read More
Unique Baby Names
What's in a name? Er?well, everything, really! Of course your little bundle of joy is the sweetest, most beautiful thing you have ever seen and you want to choose a name that reflects his/her individuality, spirituality, uniqueness and all-round special-ness.But wait a minute!Remember that the unique baby name you choose... Read More
Violence in Media
In the news, we hear and see an increasing number of reports about violence among children. This goes from rude fights on the playground to armed incidents in schools that result in injuries or even casualties.Now asking ourselves where this behaviour is originated, we quickly come to media as a... Read More
The Truth About Motherhood
What is the mystery of motherhood? I know that when I was pregnant, experienced mothers could not stop giving me advice on taking care of newborns, delivery expectations and child care solutions. Yet, no mother ever told me how dreadful post partum depression could be, how much my world would... Read More
Naming Your Baby Is Part of The Challenge of Being a Parent
Baby names are as diverse as the people to whom they are given. Choosing the right name for your baby can be a very challenging yet fun exercise! This is my story.Before I was married I used to work as a midwife in a Labor Ward. I have helped deliver... Read More
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
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3 Rules to Making TeensTechnology Work For You
Isn't the technology of today is amazing?! Between the speed... Read More
Teaching Preschool Color and Shapes with Family Games
My kids just can't get enough of playing games with... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Self-Decorating or Self-Harm - How to Tell the Difference
Q. I need your help with a question about my... Read More
Selecting and Hiring Childcare Employees
In today's fast-paced society, many families depend on some form... Read More
Co-sleeping, a personal story
When I was pregnant, we knew that we had some... 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
Spare the Child, Ditch the Rod
Spare the rod, spoil the child!This philosophy's been around a... Read More
Picky Eaters - Successful Strategies Part 1
What is in a name?The answer is everything!Jo J. of... Read More
Understanding A Childs Beliefs, Nuturing Young Beliefs
Children are moral and make moral determinations... at least until... Read More
Watch Your Language! - How Parents Can Help Kids Help Themselves
'I felt great until I walked into the classroom -... Read More
10 Steps to School Year Success
One of the most important aspects of parenting, is ensuring... Read More
Adoption: Laughter and Tears
If you ever walk through an orphanage, it will be... Read More
Puberty - Get Ready to Play the Puberty Game
Puberty can be a difficult time for children. Not quite... Read More
Water! Water Everywhere!
What one word best sums up summer fun? Water. I... Read More
No, No, No -- What Else is a Parent to Say?
The word no is probably the most overused word in... Read More
Your Big Yellow Bus
The big yellow school bus is coming down my road... Read More
Should Your Child Watch TV News? Surprising Opinions of Top Anchors
KIDS AND THE NEWSMore than ever, children witness innumerable, sometimes... Read More
Organizing a Car Wash Fundraiser
The key to a successful car wash fundraiser event is... Read More
The Homeopathic Nutraceutical Attend as an Alternative to Ritalin
You no longer have to use Ritalin or other stimulants... Read More
ADHD: Dialogue with a Non-Believer, Part Four
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
Facing the Homeschool Super Mom
I know this Mom. She homeschools her 5 children, plus... Read More
Playful Parenting - More than Just Fun and Games
Early childhood educators have called play "children's work". Many parents... Read More
How Do You Find the Best Car Seat to Protect Your Child
Choosing a good car seat for your child's protection is... Read More
How To Live With Your Teenagers Untidy Room
'Whose room is it anyway?'If you have a teenager, you're... Read More
Childhood Obesity & Parents Healthy Food Confusion
Many parents struggle to know which foods are healthy for... Read More
Old Wives Tales and Other Things That Just Might Help with ADHD
Here are some tips that I have picked up from... Read More
Raising a Tobacco-Free Kid
We begin forming healthy habits at a young age. With... Read More
Why A Father Is Not A Dad
It can be said that any man who procreates is... Read More
The Symtoms Of Meningitis And Septicaemia
Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the brain... Read More
Using Cloth Nappies
We all know that using cloth nappies is best for... Read More
Successful Treatment Planning for Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD ADHD
O.K. So now you have taken the step of having... Read More
Top Ten Things My Six Year-Old Son Has Taught Me (So Far...)
I've learned numerous, important lessons on life, motherhood and men... Read More
Joining a Gang: How to Help Kids Prevent it, How to Tell if Theyve Joined One, How to Help Them Out
While youth gangs are nothing new -- they've been traced... Read More
Break Free From Power Struggles
You want your daughter to wear a dress to the... Read More
Uniforms
Direct Answers - Column for the week of May 31,... Read More
5 Tips For Talking To Your Children About What They See In The News
Mommy (Daddy), Why do those people want to hurt everyone?Last... Read More
Meeting The True Needs of Children Diagnosed As ADHD
How should one look upon Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Ask Questions
Many parents seem to be more than a little confused... Read More
ParentingYour Teenager: Dont Buy the I Dont Know and I Dont Care Attitude
"I don't know and I don't care."I've heard those words... Read More
Diana, Princess of Whales
Younger generations unfortunately will not understand how larger than life... Read More
Theres Never a Bad Time To Start Helping To Spread The Word of God
Q. What's the right age to start giving a Bible... Read More
The ADHD Parents Guide: Questions for the School
Here is something that you might want to keep if... Read More
How to Raise Creative Kids
"Where did he come up with that?" Kids often amaze... Read More
7 Ways to Survive the Start of the School Year
It happens every year. Just when you are settled in... Read More
Backpacks and Bullies. Is Your Child Prepared?
As the flurry of Back to School activities subside, parents... Read More
Partnering With Your Daycare or Preschool
For the most positive daycare experience for your child, partner... Read More
Develop Your Childs Genius - Right Brain/Left Brain Coordination
No matter how old your children are, you have an... Read More
Teaching Your Child Safety
Q. What is the best way to teach safety awareness... Read More
Homeschooling Takes Your Child Out of Public School --- A Unique Benefit
Home-schooling removes children from public school. That alone makes home-schooling... Read More
Children, Entitlement and God
"Setting the alarm on Sunday mornings is inhuman?..God should know... Read More
Classic Parenting: Encouragement, Praise, Acceptance, and Responsibility
Encouragement comes when you focus on your child's assets and... Read More
The Legend and Charm of The Tooth Fairy
The legend and myth of the Tooth Fairy is a... Read More
Life Lessons in a Glass of Beer
It was blisteringly hot last Saturday. As I took that... Read More
Working Moms: Too Busy for Your Children?
17 Quick Ways to Strengthen the Bonds of LoveOn Mother's... Read More
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) for Teen Drivers
Drivers 16 years of age have little driving experience, putting... Read More
What To Do With A 6 Year Old Smart Mouth Know It All
Just the other day, I was talking to some other... Read More
A Minute Can Turn into Hours for the Child of a Work-at-Home Mom
In theory, working at home is an ideal situation. But... Read More
From Childrens Stories to Study Skills: Help Your Children Succeed in School
IntroductionAs a parent who wants the best for your children,... Read More
Strong-willed Kids: Raising a Spirited Child
Sometimes a change of perspective can make a huge difference... Read More
ADHD: Dialogue with a Non-Believer, Part Four
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
How to Make Kids More Likeable?
Nothing touches the heartstrings of a parent more than the... Read More
A Chart for Everything
For every season, check, check, check, There is a chart,... Read More
Nurtured by Love or Matured by Nature?
"There is nothing new under the sun," states Ecclesiastes 1:9.... Read More
Making Internet Chat Safe For Your Children
No matter what you say or do, your kids will... Read More
5 Ways To Tell If A Preschooler Is Living In Your House
1. You reheated the same cup of coffee three times... Read More
Turn off the TV -- and Turn on to Physical Activity!
Imagine having no television for an entire season. Such was... Read More
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