How Can I Teach My Child Respect?
A common theme over the past 20 years has been how much children have changed from when we were growing up in terms of how they show respect. I know that for the most part in the 1960's, anyone in a position of authority commanded respect which included parents, teachers,... Read More
Blended Families Can Be Successful
Many families today are blending members from past relationships. It would be easy to give up when faced with all the conflicting methods of parenting and discipline that come to a family who has joined forces together.As I was doing research for a recent book, I interviewed a young counselor... Read More
Couch Potatoes Beware!
It's no surprise that the self-image and self-esteem of overweight children are generally quite poor. And this is only exacerbated by the teasing and ridicule of their peers ? a situation that, in these post-Columbine days, can result in much more than hurt feelings. Even if children aren't tormented into... Read More
Lead with Love:How Mothers Can Use Their Greatest Strength to Manage Around Their Technical Weakness
My wife and I have been working on a video scrapbook for our son now for about a year. The project originally started out as a movie of all of our video clips but it was immediately apparent that this scope was far too great. As time went by and... Read More
Develop Your Childs Genius - Right Brain/Left Brain Coordination
No matter how old your children are, you have an immense power to affect their growth, development and success in life. By actively pursuing activities that contribute to the better development of their brain, you provide them with an advantage over all other kids, and increase their chances to be... Read More
Im a Father, Doesnt Anyone Care?
The snow was getting heavier with each lift of the shovel. My back ached, and I was chilled to the bone.I'd had enough for one day.I entered the house and heard the sounds of voices engaged in a friendly game of cards. My wife and kids were sprawled out on... Read More
I Dont Believe in ADHD
O.K. I've heard it a hundred times from my prison guard friends, "I don't believe that there is such a thing as ADD. It's only something made up from the drug companies to drug our children." They know because they read an article in a magazine, or saw a show... 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
Home For The Holidays: Avoid Aging Parents Becoming A Burden
By not planning for the future we guarantee that we will leave our children with a tremendous burden. Just about the time they are preparing for their own retirement and their children's college education, adult children often are overwhelmed with decision-making for their aging parents.As a long term care administrator... Read More
Quality Time?
There's a phrase that's become popular over the past few years that fills me with wonder. That phrase is "quality time." We've all heard it, and we all seem to accept it as a real concept. But to the average country person, that phrase is difficult to comprehend.Here's what I... Read More
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Develop Your Childs Genius - Right Brain/Left Brain Coordination
No matter how old your children are, you have an... Read More
THE NEW SCHOOL VISIT: 5 Things to Look For
Today the little red school house is not what it... Read More
New Mom...New Baby...New Debt?
Ah, there is nothing like being an expectant mom. Along... Read More
Marriages May End But Families Are Forever
It was at that time when our marriage was falling... Read More
Free Stuff for Twins: Incentives for Parents of Multiple Births
A sure way to double the joys of parenthood is... Read More
Book Review: The Ring Bear Depicts Turmoil of Becoming A Stepchild
In "The Ring Bear," a picture book by Tigard resident... Read More
Top Ten Reasons to Hold Family Meetings
1. Make stronger connections among individuals and, therefore, creates a... 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
Let?s Google and Yahoo Our Kids? Education
I love Google and Yahoo. With Google and Yahoo I... Read More
Tools to Find Family-Friendly Content
The Internet, is magnificent in its resources for families. Educational... Read More
The Secret To Keeping Kids Interested on Family Vacations
Vacations and trips are great family events, but how do... Read More
Advising Teens? Getting Your Point Across
Giving advice to a teenager is very easy; getting a... Read More
Working Moms: Too Busy for Your Children?
17 Quick Ways to Strengthen the Bonds of LoveOn Mother's... Read More
Public Schools Can Cripple Your Childrens Ability To Read
For many adults, reading a book or newspaper seems effortless.... Read More
How to Get Your Children Brand Free
Those of you that have children know what an excursion... Read More
Help! My Kids Dont Listen to Me
Does this sound familiar? Have your kids not listened to... Read More
Patterns For Plus Size Children
Plus size children and overweight children need patterns and clothing... Read More
How Do I Get My Child to Read?
Well first off, please to don't institute the ½ hour... Read More
Advantages of Using a Board Certified Pediatrician
When a child is born, a new number is added... Read More
Clean Your House Green for your Children?s Sake
My thirteen-year-old daughter recently called me up to say she... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Ask Yourself Some Questions
Annie easily slipped into becoming the sole caregiver of her... Read More
Pay Attention! Its Your Most Important Job
Anyone can become a parent; there are no tests or... Read More
How Fathers Can Step Up to Fathering
When our oldest son was 2, my wife went out... Read More
Parents Need to Vent Anger! Try These 4 Steps to Serenity
Parents are losing their self-control to anger. A friend called... Read More
Helpful Tips for the Adoptive Grandparent
Few things are more completely enjoyable than becoming a grandparent.... Read More
Revering the Crayon Marks
"Do not think that love, in order to be genuine,... Read More
Parental Involvement in Learning
Whether children attend public or private schools, they benefit when... Read More
Confident Kids : Why Some Parents Should Carry a Health Warning
As a hypnotherapist, I am acutely aware of the power... Read More
Whine Oh Whine Am I The Only One?
I thought I was the only one in the world... Read More
Television - The Great SATAN!
I've often thought that in 6 million years, archaeologists will... Read More
Single Mother Sanity Savers Pt. 1
Being a single mother is no easy task. I know.... 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
Time Out for Adults
"Get down from the table top right now! What are... 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
Bad Company
Here we will come to know who are the most... Read More
Nail Biting Basics
Nail biting in all its various forms is problematic... Read More
Keeping Your Children Safe
The purpose of this article is to address some of... Read More
Helpful Tips for the Adoptive Grandparent
Few things are more completely enjoyable than becoming a grandparent.... Read More
End Homework Battles
Ask parents what their biggest school year challenge is, and... Read More
How To Teach Your Children Social Skills
As our children grow, they will be going to schools... Read More
Discipline
Discipline is a necessary part of parenting yet it makes... Read More
Your Kids Career - Whose Choice?
A strange thing happened to me today. Or more precisely,... Read More
Raising a Violent-Free Teen in 10 Easy Steps
The disquieting behavior of teenagers in the 21st century, is... Read More
Tracking Your Child Progress
As a parent, you can learn a lot about your... 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
Surviving As A Single Parent: Seven Simple Suggestions To Make Your Life Easier
1 - Forgive even if you will never be able... 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
Mutants or Clones?
In a single dose of children's television, I was bombarded... Read More
Understanding Why Your Child Has Been Recommended for Testing
You have just received a call from your child's teacher... Read More
People of the Century by Dan Rather
Dan Rather made a significant and tactical error and got... Read More
Going Out to a Restaurant with Kids
Dining in a restaurant with kids can be very enervating... Read More
Stress is No Kiddy Matter
Kids today no longer live the kind of privileged lives... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The Bottom Line Issues
Q. When you consult with a family with teens, what... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Are Sleep Overs with the Opposite Sex OK?
Q. Our 17-year-old son wants us to let his girlfriend... Read More
A Guide To Help You Teach Your Children Positve Self-Image Through Fitness
Raising a pre-teen or teenage daughter (or son) is not... Read More
Bullies
Bullies are an ugly but very real part of childhood.... Read More
Let Your Children Name the New Baby
Choosing a baby name is an important job, so make... Read More
Home And School Education - Your Kids Can Benefit From Both!
Once, as a Learning Support Teacher, I made my way... Read More
The Mystery of Picky Eaters
If you were to ask 100 parents why they think... Read More
Dad, Go Ahead and Cry
She slipped her small, soft eight-year-old hand into mine. Her... Read More
Coping With Colic
Quite simply, an absolute nightmare for parents and babies alike,... Read More
Watering Your Young Child?s Mind
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, How does your garden grow? With... Read More
Anorexia Nervosa Alert - is Your Daughter Dying To Be Thin?
Anorexia nervosa is a serious medical disorder that is statistically... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Ask Questions
Many parents seem to be more than a little confused... Read More
The Three Best Alternative Treatments for ADHD
There are a LOT of alternative treatments for sale out... Read More
Parents/Teens and Money ? 5 Ideas for Keeping the Peace
Children and teenagers are relentlessly bombarded with merchandise that entices.... Read More
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