Successful Treatment Planning for Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD ADHD
O.K. So now you have taken the step of having your struggling child or teen assessed by a professional, and he has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The psychologist, or therapist, or physician now wants to begin a treatment program. But what should you know before you "sign... Read More
The Mystery of Picky Eaters
If you were to ask 100 parents why they think their children are picky eaters, chances are you would get 90 different answers. Although we know some children are picky eaters for no apparent reason, most are hard to please when it comes to food for two reasons ? they... Read More
Childrens Safety in Public Places - 10 Useful Tips
My kids ask me all the time to take them to playgrounds or any other public place. I can't help to think that the risk involved in this is greater than we are often aware of. I have four kids, which makes the task of keeping track of everyone very... Read More
Parenting Predicaments
Predicament:My son is 4 1/2 years old. His younger brother is 2 1/2. From the time his brother was born, until now, he has been loving, giving, and caring. Like all siblings sharing has not always come as easy. In the last few weeks he has made comments that I... Read More
How Children Learn
Nurture and TeachThe single most important thing caregivers can do for a child is provide a nurturing environment. By doing this, we influence children's brain development and their ability to learn. Introducing nurtured children to learning opportunities every day will help them become happy, well-adjusted adults. In all stages of... Read More
Pet Loss Can Be Just As Devastating!
'And all because of a damned cat! It's only a cat, for God's sake!'I'll never forget the wracking sobs of the girl sitting before me, and the disbelief on the face of the mother who uttered these words.I was a Guidance Counsellor in a city high school, and the girl's... Read More
Treatment Options for ADHD
Ritalin has been shown through the years to be very effective in the treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder symptoms. Although it has potential side-effects which many families would like to avoid, we have seen it help a lot of people. More recently, other interventions such as EEG biofeedback training have... Read More
Playground Pettiness
Recently I took my two children to a popular new park in the area. It's a beautiful new playground, all wood, divided into different areas of play for different age groups. It's wonderful for me as well, as my children can play at age appropriate areas and I can see/interact... Read More
Public-school Teachers Know Best --- They Send Their Kids To Private Schools
A study done by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute found that nationwide, public-school teachers are almost twice as likely as other parents to send their children to a private school. The study also found that more than one in five public-school teachers send their kids to private schools.In the biggest... Read More
Should We Apologize To Our Children?
An apology is a sign of strength, not weakness. Sometimes we may believe that if we apologize to our children we weaken ourselves and the rules we are trying to keep. We may also believe it will make our children think their behavior was okay. It is important to understand... Read More
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Saying No To Our Children
Saying no to our children is not always easy or... Read More
Preventing Obesity in Young Children
Do you have a young child whose weight or eating... Read More
First Year With Twins - A Father?s Point Of View
People always ask my wife and I: "How did you... Read More
Guilty of Not Following Her Heart
Karen, a single never-married thirty-year old attorney has a four-year... Read More
Missing The Bus
As a step daughter and step grand daughter, I followed... Read More
Detox To Help Conception
Detox To Conceive.. If you're having trouble conceiving... Read More
The Graceful Art of Defrazzling - For Mothers
"I wipe my baby's chin with my college diploma and... Read More
You Want Whaaat???
Not too long ago my teenage daughter approached me with... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The Power Struggle
Q: My husband and I are at a loss as... Read More
Awesome Dads Top Ten Communication Intentions
An Awesome Dad in by no means perfect. But that... Read More
Children Need Roots and Wings
"Good parents give their children Roots and Wings." --Jonas SalkThe... Read More
Committed Parenting
When you think about it, probably the one thing that... Read More
Coping With Colic
Quite simply, an absolute nightmare for parents and babies alike,... Read More
Family Meetings Are Now On The Agenda
"Not another meeting!"That tends to be the reaction from many... Read More
What is Hyperactivity in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Most of the ADHD kids that are seen in a... Read More
Small Children, Languages and Myths
Our children are growing up bilingual in the French part... Read More
Ease Bug Bites with Easy Herbs
Summertime means insect bites and stings. Ouch! Take a leaf... Read More
Of Kings and Youth Leadership
(Isaiah 11:6 KJV) The wolf also shall dwell with the... Read More
Parenting Skills - Five Ways To Turbo-Boost Your Confidence
The 'phone conversation had nothing at all to do with... Read More
Dads, Give them Household Chores
You have a chore to do around the house, and... Read More
Treatment Options for ADHD
Ritalin has been shown through the years to be very... Read More
How to Take Charge of the TV
Many children enjoy TV, and they can learn from it.... Read More
Watch Your Language! - How Parents Can Help Kids Help Themselves
'I felt great until I walked into the classroom -... Read More
Build Character Now! Practical Tools for Busy Parents
"To educate a person in mind and not in morals... Read More
Parenting Problem? 5 Simple Things That Will Help
What is a parenting problem?Parenting is a tough job, we... Read More
Uses for Dirty Diapers
As the father of a toddler, I am an expert... Read More
Teacher Tips: Your Room Set-Up and ADHD Students
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate... Read More
My Best Buddy
My son, Dakota is now 7 yrs old. He is... Read More
Childhood Obesity
Economist John Kenneth Galbraith has said that more people die... Read More
Best Tips for Stress Free Child Party Games
When planning a child birthday party, just a little bit... 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
Managing Your Stepfamily
If you are a member of a stepfamily, you know... Read More
Where to Look for Affordable Baby Clothes
Once the newness has worn off a little, you will... Read More
Breastfeed a Toddler - Why?
Is your baby approaching his or her first birthday and... Read More
Parents: You Can Do Something About Professional Sports Ethics
Most of us can agree that there is a lack... Read More
The Giving Jar
Giving with a happy heart. If you teach a child... Read More
Time, Stress, and a Baby
The main thing we noticed since having a baby is... Read More
Nurtured by Love or Matured by Nature?
"There is nothing new under the sun," states Ecclesiastes 1:9.... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: Responding to a Poor Progress Report in School
Q. We just got our daughter's progress report, and it... Read More
The Family Guy - Parenting From a Single Dads Perspective
It was a hot summer day in august and The... Read More
Is Your Child Having Trouble in School?
Did you know that the school system is only able... Read More
Mommies and Me Special Time
Creating and making special memories with your child is very... Read More
7 Ways to Survive the Start of the School Year
It happens every year. Just when you are settled in... 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
Parenting in the Kitchen ? Lessons in Cooking, Socializing, and Bonding
Kitchens are where everything happens. It's not just where meals... Read More
Exams Cause Stress For Parents Too
When it comes to exams, or indeed any academic work,... Read More
Build Character with this Delicious Triple A Recipe!
Vinegar or honey, what do kids really want? "Toys, candy,... Read More
Bad Company
Here we will come to know who are the most... Read More
The Secret To Keeping Kids Interested on Family Vacations
Vacations and trips are great family events, but how do... Read More
When A Parent Is Deployed
When a parent is deployed with the military it can... Read More
Discipline
Discipline is a necessary part of parenting yet it makes... Read More
Second Letter to My Daughter
Dear Camille,As I thumb through the photographs that I carry... Read More
Childhood Obesity
Economist John Kenneth Galbraith has said that more people die... Read More
Understanding Why Your Child Has Been Recommended for Testing
You have just received a call from your child's teacher... Read More
The Worlds Greatest Dad
You are in the final round of your favorite game... Read More
What Should I Know About Strattera for ADHD?
Strattera came out around January of 2003, and is becoming... Read More
How to Get Your Children Brand Free
Those of you that have children know what an excursion... Read More
Teach Your Child About Money
What are we teaching our children about money? Hopefully something!I... Read More
What About ADHD Teens and Driving?
This is one of the most common questions asked of... Read More
Some Tips for Healthy Parenting
Looking back through my files I've come across several great... Read More
Back to School
It is hard to believe that summer is coming to... Read More
How to Handle Child Tantrums?
Child tantrums are a way for children to express their... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: How to Respond to Manipulation
Q. My daughter has gotten very good at manipulating us,... Read More
Stress is No Kiddy Matter
Kids today no longer live the kind of privileged lives... Read More
Three Tips to Get Children with Sleeping Problems Asleep
According to the American Sleep Association 70% of all babies... Read More
ADHD Treatment: Strategy and Philosophy
If your child or teen has been diagnosed with Attention... Read More
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