The Three Best Alternative Treatments for ADHD
There are a LOT of alternative treatments for sale out there for people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder who would rather not have to use a strong medication such as Ritalin. Some of these are good, some are fair, and some are bad. Anything that is on the market... Read More
CPR: Why You Should Know It
I never dreamed that I would be in a position to use CPR on someone. But I was wrong.It was a hot, summer Sunday morning. Some friends and I camped out by the lake the night before. That following Sunday morning we cooked our breakfast and talked about what our... Read More
Committed Parenting
When you think about it, probably the one thing that our children need most in order to grow up feeling loved, happy, and empowered enough to give of themselves to others is our commitment to them as parents. Our children must know that we have made a commitment to them... Read More
Goal Setting for Kids
Goal setting is essential for building a successful life. However, teaching kids how to set and achieve goals is not part of most school curriculums, nor is it taught in most homes. Many parents never learned the techniques of goal setting, and are still struggling with their own. You don't... Read More
Think Like Your Kids - And Understand Them More!
Seven-year old Michael was on a school trip to a Wildlife Centre in Central Scotland. It was near the end of the day and they were in the Gift Shop before boarding the bus for the journey home.Poor Michael! He couldn't resist the array of lollipops and chocolate animals that... Read More
Choosing Wooden Toys For Children
Wooden toys are one of the best alternatives for the huge number of toys made of plastic and other synthetic materials that you can find in all toy stores.In addition, most children's wooden toys are handcrafted. This makes them look wonderful. Not only that they are great... Read More
MORAL ARMORS Irrational Parenting, Part II
Handing Down Malignancy.Children may begin bright and eager to face the world, but are often inundated with the conditioning of their fear-ridden predecessors speaking of lost dreams-taken by no one in particular. Their guardians appear learned, but seem not to damn the worst traits in men. In facing life's greatest... Read More
Child Abuse - Survey & Comments
Beyond cases reported to authorities, little knowledge exists on the types, amount, and effects of childhood victimization. Through a national survey of adolescents, researchers examined the prevalence of sexual assault, physical assault, physically abusive punishment, and witnessing an act of violence and subsequent effects on mental health, substance use, and... Read More
What Do You Teach Your Children About Money?
Whether we realize it or not we teach our children about money every day. Sometimes we teach with words and sometimes with actions. I'm sure at one time or another the following scenario as happened to you or something close to it: "Mom, can we go buy some toys?" You... Read More
Children and Mom and Paper
Memorabilia ? Children can create enough artwork for an entire gallery in a few short weeks. The key here is choices; establish a particular place-e.g., basket, drawer, or shelf ? for each child to put artwork. When that space is full, have one-on-one time with Mom and select your "three... Read More
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No, No, No -- What Else is a Parent to Say?
The word no is probably the most overused word in... Read More
Playing Safe
Do you really want your child to enjoy playing with... Read More
Back to School
It is hard to believe that summer is coming to... Read More
Life Lessons Learned in My Underwear
For several years now, I've told the following story as... Read More
The Long Journey Home
Once upon a time, I thought I had it all.... Read More
Diana, Princess of Whales
Younger generations unfortunately will not understand how larger than life... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The Power Struggle
Q: My husband and I are at a loss as... Read More
The Best and Worst of Motherhood
Until the moment I became a mother, I couldn't quite... Read More
How Effective Are Ritalin and Dexedrine in Treating the Symptoms of ADHD?
Many research studies have shown the overall effectiveness of stimulant... Read More
Childrens Safety in Public Places - 10 Useful Tips
My kids ask me all the time to take them... Read More
Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It?
It used to strike me as odd - but really,... Read More
Building Teen Character: Part-Time Employment
The teenage years are a crucial time in a child's... Read More
My Best Buddy
My son, Dakota is now 7 yrs old. He is... Read More
Is Your Teen Stressed? Teach Them How to Manage Their Time, Schoolwork, and Leisure Activities
I hear from many parents that their child is stressed... Read More
The 5 Babysitter Commandments
Having a babysitter take care of your kids is sometimes... Read More
How to Create an Attitude of Cooperation
Having been a parent educator and a PBS consultant for... 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
Understanding A Childs Beliefs, Nuturing Young Beliefs
Children are moral and make moral determinations... at least until... Read More
The Value of Play
Isn't it ironic that a country whose constitution allows for... Read More
ADHD: Dialogue with a Non-Believer, Part Four
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
Five Tips for Successful Grandparenting
1. Boundaries are necessary for control and safety.All children need... 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
The Theme from MASH - Suicide is Not Painless
The Theme from MASHI flipped the button on the remote... Read More
Patterns For Plus Size Children
Plus size children and overweight children need patterns and clothing... Read More
Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson Never Went To Public School
Most of our Founding Fathers, including Ben Franklin, Sam Adams,... Read More
Promote Physical Fitness for Your Child
If your child is to derive the benefits of physical... Read More
What To Do When You Think Your Child Might Have AD/HD
AD/HD (attention deficit disorder) is one of the most common... Read More
Spelling Games
The following spelling games can be used by parents to... Read More
Twin and Multiple Births are on the Rise
Did you know that the number of twin births have... Read More
Child Education
The initial state of happiness about an own child is... Read More
Healthy Eating For Children: Six Simple Rules
Rule #1 Make Every Bite Count!Everything your child eats should... Read More
Im a Father, Doesnt Anyone Care?
The snow was getting heavier with each lift of the... Read More
Are You Reading to Your Kids?
Over a number of years there have been issues raised... Read More
What Are Your Children Really Watching?
Saturday mornings. Cold cereal and Scooby Doo. How many parents... Read More
Alias: Aptitude
Be aware. You may become totally overwhelmed when you get... Read More
Family Meetings Are Now On The Agenda
"Not another meeting!"That tends to be the reaction from many... Read More
Childrens Allowance
When we consider that the word allowance means, "allowing for,"... Read More
Twins - Double The Trouble Or Double The Pleasure? Both!
If You're Having Twins..is it double the headache, or double... Read More
On Raising a Child with Disabilities: Sara & the Nail Salon
Sara loves pampering. Haircuts, facials, manicures, and makeup bring smiles,... Read More
Finding Answers to Underachievement
Finding answers to a child's underachievement is often a difficult... Read More
Got To, Get To ? Change The Way Your Family Thinks
I recently heard a story that has literally changed the... Read More
What a Parent Must Do to Stop Online Predators
Teens can freely access the Internet from computers at school,... Read More
ADHD: Dialogue with a Non-Believer, Part Four
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
How To Entertain A Child While Working From A Home Office
There is no doubt that the benefits of being a... Read More
Top 50 Father Quotations
"The greatest gift I ever had Came from God, and... Read More
The Added Advantage In African American Childrens Education: Computer Homeschooling (Part 2)
We've got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit how... Read More
Swing Sets and Outdoor Play Equipment- 5 Essential Tips Before You Buy
For first time parents choosing a swing set or outdoor... Read More
What Makes a Good Evaluation for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
So you have just returned home from your third meeting... Read More
Whats in a Name?
My cousin boasts five names and I confess that when... Read More
How Effective is Attend in Helping Children with Attention Disorders?
In 1996-97 we were contracted by VAXA International of Tampa,... Read More
Are You Addicted to Your Children?
Is it possible to be using our children addictively?Anything that... Read More
Banishing Bedtime Blues
"My son won't go to bed at night without a... Read More
14 Romantic Time-Outs for Parents
Here are fourteen spontaneous time-outs, specially designed to help you... Read More
Finding A Caregiver You Can Trust
Choosing to leave your child with a caregiver is one... Read More
Books Around the House Make A Difference in Literacy Rates
We need a grass roots campaign targeted towards parents to... Read More
How to Make Kids More Likeable?
Nothing touches the heartstrings of a parent more than the... Read More
Busy Moms, Dont Forget to Take Time Out for You!
As mothers, we play so many different roles and most... Read More
How to Stop Bad Behavior Before it Starts
Coping with a child's bad behavior, perhaps more than any... Read More
Use Encouragement Instead of Criticism to Help Children Improve
Criticism is punitiveOur children judge themselves on the opinions we... Read More
Create a Story Book with Your Child
A fun way to build your child's imaginationWriting is still... Read More
Your Company Vehicle is a Portable Bill Board; A word of advice on children passengers
Child Safety Restraints and children in work vehiclesIf you take... Read More
Promote Physical Fitness for Your Child
If your child is to derive the benefits of physical... Read More
Back to School
It is hard to believe that summer is coming to... Read More
What Might Surprise You About Childhood Obesity
The formula is pretty straightforward: energy in/energy out. This is... Read More
A Good Preschool Idea
The successful preschool idea behind many successful preschool learning centers... Read More
Pipe Down!
Life is funny.My twenty-year-old daughter, Melanie, has a her new... Read More
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