Bird Flu Pandemic
What are the easiest things citizens can do to prevent spreading in an epidemic outbreak in America of a virus. There are many things you can do and warn your kids not to do; for instance tell your children; Do not touch handrails in public places and buses. Whenever possible;... Read More
New Mom...New Baby...New Debt?
Ah, there is nothing like being an expectant mom. Along with your expanding waistline comes the ever growing list of products for you and your new bundle of joy. Preparing for a new baby can be a costly experience, especially in the areas of clothing and nursery furniture. The good... Read More
Responding to Criticism Without Being Defensive
In an actual war, to be attacked means to have our survival threatened. Thus, we might chose between surrender, withdrawal, or counterattack. When we feel attacked (criticized or judged) by others in conversation, we often move into that same kind of survival mentality and automatically defend ourselves. But conversation is... 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 back to the early 19th century -- the demographic of a youth gang is something that is constantly changing. Many people stereotype gang members as urban, inner city males from racial minorities, but in fact gangs are a problem in... Read More
Surviving as a Single Parent
Emotional OverloadMany single parents say they deal with a variety of emotional issues that you might describe as "extra baggage." Some examples include:? Self-pity? Depression? Guilt? Anger? Envy? Fear? Severe money problems? Loneliness and isolation? Frustration? ExhaustionThese issues present such a challenge because they undermine your daily functioning and emotional... Read More
Hearing Our Seriously Distressed Children
How do we deal with our seriously distressed children and adolescents?Adolescents are in a period of seeking autonomy and self-determination. These qualities can aid them in becoming agents of active transformation in their own lives. For one to recover from distress they are in need of being able to regain... Read More
Potty Dolls to Accelerate Potty Training Success
Sometime the most effective training tool in rapidly accelerating the rate of your child's training is a potty doll. This is drink-and-wet a doll with the internal plumbing that simulates the potty process for your child. Generally, dolls with an internal bladder are the most effective. This enables the youngster... Read More
Tips for Single Parents
Prioritize. Learn to say No. Steal some time for yourself.Don't be too proud to ask for help.Don't be too proud to accept help.Listen to those people around you that have been there, done that and got the t-shirt to prove it.Don't let anyone tell you what you can and can't... Read More
7 Ways to Survive the Start of the School Year
It happens every year. Just when you are settled in to the lazy days of summer, you are startled to find Back to School catalogs in your mailbox and bikinis going on sale in favor of turtlenecks. Your local store has devoted an entire aisle to pencils, notebooks, and lunch... Read More
From Childrens Stories to Study Skills: Help Your Children Succeed in School
IntroductionAs a parent who wants the best for your children, there are undoubtedly many things that you already do every day to help your children succeed in school. The purpose of this article is to provide some practical ideas for you to try. Some of these suggestions may be new... Read More
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Teaching Kids to Read
We are all so very happy to see that the... Read More
Labor of Love
The small, lilac colored hexagonal box, with Winnie the Pooh... Read More
Top Three Ways To Communicate With Your Child
Although many parents become frustrated as they try to maintain... Read More
Helpful Tips for the Adoptive Grandparent
Few things are more completely enjoyable than becoming a grandparent.... Read More
Jammin with Your Kids: The Wonderful World of Music
Does music need to be "dumbed-down" for kids? The answer... Read More
The Safest Stuffed Toys for the Kids on your Gift List
Although it's hard to say when the first stuffed dogs... Read More
The Disadvantages of Home Schooling
"Home Schooling ? Look Before You Leap"Are you considering home... Read More
The 411 on Natural Colic Remedies
Any parent whose baby has suffered from colic can tell... Read More
Three Tips to Get Children with Sleeping Problems Asleep
According to the American Sleep Association 70% of all babies... Read More
The Neurology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Part One
What is Happening in the brain of children, teens, and... Read More
Words of Wisdom for Single Parents
The cost of being a parent and raising a child... Read More
Why Wont My Child Do as I Say?
In speaking with parents a comment I frequently hear is... Read More
More than Mom and Dad
Love, love, love. It makes the world go round. It... Read More
Nothing Like a Mothers Love
Travel is a common theme in my life -- probably... Read More
Puberty - Get Ready to Play the Puberty Game
Puberty can be a difficult time for children. Not quite... Read More
Homeschooling ? Is It Worth It?
Suppose that you rearrange your life to homeschool your child... Read More
So, My Child Has Been Recommended for Testing - What Do I Do Now?
You've just received a call from your child's teacher. As... Read More
Top 10 Ways to Motivate Your Student
As the new school year begins, parents play a pivotal... Read More
Teenagers and Stress: What Parents Can Do to Help
More and more parents are expressing their concerns about how... Read More
Public Schools Can Cripple Your Childrens Ability To Read
For many adults, reading a book or newspaper seems effortless.... Read More
Parenting - Give Your Child The Tools To Build Strong Character And Values
There are many parenting styles. Yours may be very different... Read More
Should The Dad-To-Be Attend The Birth?
Not so long ago a dad-to-be would pace up and... Read More
Gifted Children - Getting the Balance Right
One of the challenges for parents with a gifted child... Read More
Guide To Choosing Educational Toys For Children
In the last few years, parents started getting more and... Read More
Parenting: Blending Familes - 9 Universal Laws
The law of -ing.The law of -ing refers to a... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Ask Questions
Many parents seem to be more than a little confused... Read More
Teaching Kids the Value of Money
My husband and I have a 12-year-old daughter who wanted... Read More
10 Points on Children for the New Parent
I remember when my daughter was born, later my son.... Read More
Ten Reasons to Tell your Kids Stories
In today's busy world, many parents have lost the art... Read More
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: What Do We Mean by Attention Anyway?
When we talk about attention, we are talking about two... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: When is it OK to Quit?
Q. My daughter is a junior in high school and... Read More
You Goofed? Hip, Hip, Hooray!
Certainly we all want our children to excel. But it... Read More
Home For The Holidays: Avoid Aging Parents Becoming A Burden
By not planning for the future we guarantee that we... Read More
Understanding Why Your Child Has Been Recommended for Testing
You have just received a call from your child's teacher... Read More
Homeschooling ? Can I Do It?
Many parents would like to homeschool their children but are... Read More
Teach Your Children About the Importance of Water
The Flow of WaterWater is essential for life on the... Read More
Parenting Skills - Five Ways To Turbo-Boost Your Confidence
The 'phone conversation had nothing at all to do with... Read More
The Parent Teen Relationship: How Effective is Yours?
It was the homework that did it. Each night became... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: What Parents Say About Teens
What is hard for parentsLetting them learn from their mistakes.Trying... Read More
What Should I Know About Strattera for ADHD?
Strattera came out around January of 2003, and is becoming... Read More
How to Stop Bad Behavior Before it Starts
Coping with a child's bad behavior, perhaps more than any... 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
So You Want to Adopt?
Many reasons will cause some people to feel the need... Read More
Book Review: How to Get Your Child to Love Reading
How to Get Your Child to Love Reading was conceived... Read More
Give Your Child Life Skills for a Lifetime
Many parents struggle with solutions to put their child on... Read More
Im a Father, Doesnt Anyone Care?
The snow was getting heavier with each lift of the... Read More
Camps for Troubled Teens: Disciplines and Wilderness
Parents looking for a quick fix usually choose troubled teen... Read More
Challenges for Our Children
Researchers have estimated that 25-35% of children in the United... Read More
Top Seven Tips To Become A Good Stepmother
Becoming a stepmother can undoubtedly be one of the most... Read More
Parents --- Your Childrens Report Card May Be Rigged
Under the "No Child Left Behind Act," public schools whose... Read More
How to Stop Divorce Parental Conflict from Bursting?
It is not the divorce but the conflict arising after... Read More
Peer Pressure - Five Ways to Help Teenagers Beat Peer Influence
Young people generally want to fit in to their various... Read More
Childrens Safety in Public Places - 10 Useful Tips
My kids ask me all the time to take them... Read More
Is it Attention Deficit Disorder or is it Tourettes Syndrome?
During the assessment process it is of great importance for... Read More
Teaching Kids to Read
We are all so very happy to see that the... Read More
Preparing Your Child for the Three Rs
There is little doubt that reading, 'riting and 'rithmetic are... Read More
Did You Get the Hidden Parenting Message in Finding Nemo?
In the movie, Finding Nemo, Nemo's father, Marlyn asks the... Read More
Guide To Choosing Educational Toys For Children
In the last few years, parents started getting more and... Read More
Fraternal Twin Parenting Concerns
Identity and Your Fraternal TwinFor the most part, throughout this... Read More
War Declared On Instant Messenger: How to Stop Your Child from Wasting Their Life Away Online
Hey Parents! I hate to tell you, but there is... Read More
How Do Campers Protect Their Children?
Oh yes you have! Suddenly, "Where's Bobby?" You instantly realize... Read More
Give Your Child the Gift of Self-Esteem
Much has been said about the "gifted child" but in... 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
Influencing Adolescents - Guided Democracy
You need to smart to be able influence adolescents. You... Read More
Fun Things to Do with Your Kids this Summer
10 Fun Things You Can Do With Your Children this... Read More
Dad, Go Ahead and Cry
She slipped her small, soft eight-year-old hand into mine. Her... Read More
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