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- Electronic Free Activities For Families That Build Social Skills - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Judy WrightIf you are like most parents, grandparents, teachers today, you probably think that children are watching way too much television today. Not only are they sitting on their rear ends inside, when you can get them outside, they are playing video games on their cell-phones or other electronics. ...
Views: 2288(3 votes) - Kids Who are Verbally Abusive: The Creation of a Defiant Child - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from James LehmanWhen you’re standing in your kitchen, and you’re fighting back tears and rage as your son is calling you “b---h,” you don’t have time to do much of anything but react. But when he’s stormed out the door or up to his room, the question arises in your mind yet again: “Why is he like this? Why does ...
Views: 4316(6 votes) - Musings on Childhood, with a Sense of Innocence - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Suzanne Kyra"What we give our children is as potent as what we do not give them. Our children are those who live and do not live in our community. We have a responsibility to them all. May we always choose wisely." --Suzanne Kyra I see childhood as the spring of the Natural World’s seasons. Like spring, ...
Views: 1491 - Fun Improv for Children Develops Transferrable Life Skills - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Grant MathisDo you know a child interested in connecting better with themselves AND others? Get them improvising! Confident interaction really is child’s play. Choice is a muscle strengthened by experience. • Participation means choosing, • choice presumes responsibility and surprisingly, • kids ...
Views: 2172(2 votes) - You’re Never Too Young to Use Your Mind! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Justina HurleyThe greatest gift a parent can give to a child is the gift of an open and stress-free mind. But of course to pass it on, you need to know how to do it yourself! How many of us can really say that we’ve got the whole ‘thought management’ thing licked? In the current economic climate, you might ...
Views: 1073 - *** Are You Too Child-Centered? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaThirty or 40 years ago parenting in an authoritative manner i.e. "Do it because I said so and I'm the parent" was the cultural norm. "Children should be seen and not heard" was a mantra that many of our parents used. We weren't asked about what we wanted for dinner, we weren't offered choices, ...
Views: 1028 - *** Best Tips for Reducing Whining - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaHow many times have you heard “It’s not fair!” and responded, “Well, life’s not fair, get over it!” Probably more times than you’d like to count! Or perhaps your child wants to do everything her friend gets to do and says to you “Emily gets to do it, why can’t I?” When talking with your ...
Views: 1137 - *** Are You an Empathic Parent? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaIf your child walks in the door with her shoulders drooping and her face forlorn do you say something like “You look sad. Come in and tell me what happened.” Or if your child is stomping around do you say “You seem upset. Your feelings are important to me. Let’s talk.” Or do you tell your child ...
Views: 1000 - *** Keeping Attachment Strong - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaA friend shared a wonderful story recently in a seminar on "Smart Parenting." She said that ever since her children were little, she's set aside special one-on-one time with each of her children. She made a commitment to do this once a week and put it on the calendar. As her children became ...
Views: 1074 - *** Firm Up Your Discipline with This Helpful Tool! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaWhy is it so hard for parents to be consistent when disciplining their children? Many factors come into play. How tired are you?! How persistent is your child? How were you disciplined? What kind of parenting style do you have? Does the other parent agree with you on discipline methods and ...
Views: 1007 - *** Stop Annoying Back Talk Now! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Toni SchuttaLet’s say you ask your child to do a simple task like feed the dog. The next thing you know, you hear “Why do I always have to feed the dog?” Or maybe you hear sarcasm and a smart-alecky tone of voice while your child says, “You don’t really expect me to do that?” Makes you long for the days ...
Views: 1095 - Your Control Center - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Lucy Grace YaldezianTaking a road trip anytime soon? Whether you are driving alone, or with family members, here’s a creative way to pass the time. Imagine that somewhere in your body-mind is a Control Center where all of your body’s systems are monitored. Imagine that this Control Center also monitors the full ...
Views: 1024(2 votes) - Brilliant Parenting in Three Easy Steps: Taking a Page From Self-help Writers - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Brian WalshHere is a simple formula used by successful speakers and self-help writers. Parents can also employ this innovative approach. 1. Make a Point Successful parents, teachers, and mentors are great at being clear about what they want to teach, and why it's important to the learner. 2. Tell ...
Views: 1562 - The Impact of Childhood Stress - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Gudrun FrerichsI have often been asked by colleagues why I use neuro-biological instead of psychological concepts to explain developmental processes. My answer is always that neuro-biological concepts can be 'seen' on MRI scans and we become more understanding of how our brain works. I find that exciting. So ...
Views: 1427 - Protect your Child from Stress in 5 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperModern life is fast and highly stimulating, we are bombarded by information and are tempted by endless opportunities which create increasingly high expectations of what we should do and achieve. Many adults thrive on this adrenaline-high lifestyle. But have you noticed how many children are far ...
Views: 1395(1 vote) - Colic, Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition - Fat is Where it's At - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Beverly OMalleyColic- what a word! This little five letter words strikes fear in the hearts of most new parents and brings to mind visions of sleepless nights, and endless frustration in trying to parent the new bundle of joy. Any parent who has ever had a colicky baby would not wish the same fate on anyone. ...
Views: 1748 - Helping Your Child to Stop Embarrassing Behaviors - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheRecently, I responded to a question posed by a mother, whose seven year old son had gotten into the habit of pulling his pants down and showing his privates to his friends, including little girls his age. This mother shared that she and her husband had tried everything to get him to stop to no ...
Views: 1942 - Raising Financially Responsible Kids - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Robin Gardner"Money doesn't grow on trees"... I'm sure that sounds familiar. In fact, maybe you grew up hearing that. And today you may even say it to your children. So what does that statement really imply? Perhaps money doesn't come easily, or you need to work hard to have money. And with that message, ...
Views: 1394 - Hope for Older Children with Lazy Eye - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIn the United States 3% of children may have vision loss during infancy or childhood. This condition occurs when one eye is favored by the brain over the other. The eye with no healthy vision does not receive input from the brain thereby limiting the development of sight. This disease is ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - Decreasing Sibling Rivalry - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2009 from Isabel KirkWhen talking about relationships and families, dynamics are complex. Why? Because especially the closest we are the more we expect and therefore, the more disappointed we can be. For example, one of the biggest dreams every parent has is that their children get alone. It sounds simple and easy ...
Views: 1323 - Developing Win/Win/Win Outcomes - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Kim OlverWhenever there is a conflict or disagreement, the natural inclination of both parties is to push to get their way. Humans are wired to win. We are driven to get our power need met and we learn very early how to power over other people to get what we want. Negotiation is a behavior a person has ...
Views: 1599 - Sexual Energy is an Unstoppable Force - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Tricia KellyKids experience sexual feelings at a very early age. Kids grow up believe that around the age of teenage-hood that boys turn into men and girls will turn into woman and now it’s all about sex. Most of their idols and movie stars are having sex on screen all the time, they’re ‘our foreplay ...
Views: 3591 - Why Fathers Matter to Their Kids - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Judy WrightThe family is the foundation of life. It is the basic organization and where family members learn what is expected of them in life and their part in the scheme of things. It is in the family setting that children understand their external environment. Young children and teenagers figure out ...
Views: 1576(3 votes) - Critical Factors for Raising an Empowered Child: A Lesson in Self-Knowledge - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Susan HaidThere are several simple but critically important keys for raising empowered children. We can give our kids the tools they need, starting at a very young age. These tools will empower them throughout their lives as they grow, yet they are core values that will evolve more fully as time passes. ...
Views: 2159 - 9 Parenting Tips for Building Character in Children - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Jean TracyAre you unsure about your child’s character? Do you know how he really thinks and acts? If you’d like 9 fun parenting tips for building his character, look inside. The father of a second grader bragged, “Jesse received 100% on his math and spelling tests.” “Wonderful!” said his ...
Views: 2045(6 votes) - How Limiting Beliefs are Created in Early Childhood - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Sean SmithNearly all limiting beliefs such as “I’m not good enough” or “I’ll never succeed” or “I don’t belong” or “I’m unlovable” are created in early childhood by unsuspecting parents who mean well, but just don’t understand how their children’s little minds work. The effects of such self-defeating ...
Views: 6768 - Emotional Intelligence and Toddlers - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Wendy McDonnellThis week, I received a couple of questions about toddlers who hit and bite from parents wondering how to teach their youngsters about emotional intelligence. I also received similar questions about teens which I will cover in next week’s blog. I was drawn to the toddler questions when my ...
Views: 4298(1 vote) - How to Get Preschoolers to Share - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you the parent of a toddler or are you a preschool teacher who is accustomed to sharing your belongings with other people and having them share their belongings with you? You should start getting your preschool children or students acclimated to sharing things with their siblings or fellow ...
Views: 1207 - Tips for Helping Children Eat Healthy - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from FSB AuthorsHelping kids eat a healthy diet doesn't have to be difficult. Here are 12 tips: 1. Make it fun. Serve broccoli and other veggies with a favorite fat-free dip or sauce. Cut foods into various shapes with cookie cutters. 2. Recruit your child's help. At the grocery store, ask your child to help ...
Views: 1134 - Giving Your Children Focused Attention - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2009 from Jennifer McLeodAs parents living in a fast paced society, it is so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, concern ourselves with all the chores that need to be done and give what little time we have left to our children. “Quality time” means different things to different people. Giving just ...
Views: 2665 - Biography of Study Grandmaster #3 - Learning How to Walk - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Kayden BrownGrowing from a crawling baby to a toddler was particularly memorable to me. I guess it could be due to the pain I suffered in the process of learning how to walk. It was not easy for me. I do not know if it were my small legs that are unable to support my weight or my head is simply too big, ...
Views: 706 - Is Your Child Chewing Their Way to Disease? The Hidden Health Dangers of Gum - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Amy ButlerMy daughter loves gum! She would chew it constantly if I let her. Some of you and many people I know are probably rolling your eyes already and saying ‘What’s wrong with her having a little piece of gum!’ Considering I spend a lot of money on organic food and supplements, I wondered what the ...
Views: 1397 - Kids and Chores - Why Children Need to Help at Home - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Judy WrightAre you a frustrated parent who sometimes finds it is easier to take the garbage out yourself than to keep nagging your son? Do you wonder what kind of employee he will become since he doesn't always follow through at home? Is it worth the effort on your part to insist that he do his share? ...
Views: 2384(5 votes) - How Does Battered Woman Syndrome Affect Children? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Su EricksenWhat effect does Battered Woman Syndrome have on children? An authoritative study states that children who witness domestic violence but at not battered themselves show behavioral and emotional problems similar to those experienced by physically abused children and may also suffer from Post ...
Views: 3128 - Middle School Students Caught in the Middle - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2009 from Dr. Stephen JonesIt’s amazing how easy it is to forget about the middle school years. Do you remember your crazy middle school years? Middle school students are often caught in the middle while we focus on preparing high school students for college. There needs to be national attention focused on the middle ...
Views: 2611 - Building Core Values In Childen: Home Course For Families - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Susan HaidRaising children to become conscientious, empowered, responsible and joyful adults who are in complete charge of their lives is what we strive for as parents. If you could give your kids the skills and the tools to do this, it is something you would do in without a second thought. I am going ...
Views: 1157 - ***Using EFT For Children - - Helping Them Focus, Feel Calmer and More Relaxed - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Karyn MaierEFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a powerful, easy to learn energy technique that can transform the quality of your life or business, often sky rocketing you to achieving goals or greater business success. That being said, it is also a wonderful technique to use with children of all ages - ...
Views: 3952(1 vote) - Womb with a View - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sherry AnsharaLooking back to the past as a reference point only, not a situation to be relived can be an enlightening and freeing experience. From the standpoint of reality, consciousness is reality. Belief Systems are concepts, ideas, beliefs of the current time, but they are not reality. Belief Systems ...
Views: 1146 - Tackle Temper Tantrums - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Brenda Nixon“My kid always throws tantrums” a mom tells me. “How does he act?” I ask. “He stomps his foot and whines about minding.” “Oh that’s normal kid behavior; not a tantrum.” Then I explain that a true tantrum is a child loosing control with screaming, thrashing on the floor or running out of the ...
Views: 1764 - An Introduction to "Failure To Thrive" in Children - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Rodger BaileyFailure To Thrive is a delay in normal increases in height and weight that might lead to delays in the developmental process and maturation. Failure To Thrive is a diagnosis given to babies who are consistently less than the normal weight for their age or who do not gain weight for unclear ...
Views: 4307 - Discover Your Children's Strengths - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from FSB AuthorsParent-Teacher Conferences, A Time to Celebrate Strengths It is parent-teacher conference time and you arranged your schedule three months in advance to attend. If you are like most parents, you feel a certain amount of anxiety around this event. You attend hoping there won't be any surprises ...
Views: 5045 - Balancing the Strengths-Weakness Equation - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from FSB AuthorsFor too long, we have focused on weaknesses at school. We believe that children will get ahead when we spent most time on the areas where they are most challenged. The problem with this notion is that it is a one-sided or half-baked approach to education. In the long run, children don't make ...
Views: 2771 - Breathing: A Kid's Secret Weapon - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Don CampbellAs adults we are well aware of the stress in our lives. It comes at us from all directions - work, relationships, finances, health, politics, and world events to name a few. Although we don't often recognize it, children can be just as stressed out as their parents and the other adults in their ...
Views: 1400 - Photographic Memory - Children Are Born Genius! - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Shannon PanzoI feel that I have a responsibility to reveal certain secrets to you here at MIND to MIND. Secrets that hold you back from your success. Have you ever wondered about Your photographic memory? What would you think if I told you that you were born with a photographic memory? Some people carry ...
Views: 3099 - Children's Social Improvisation Sets the Stage for Academic Achievement and Relationship Skills - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Grant MathisA child’s work is to play. Imaginative play is crucial to the development of a child, and deeply motivating. “Child’s play” engages children in social readiness, necessary in forming relationships. Normal conversation is social and improvisational. Social Improvisation in front of others becomes ...
Views: 2074(1 vote) - How to Have Smart babies - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from pat lee• To produce a SMART baby, the first and most important factor is for mother and child to be healthy and happy. After baby is born, nurturing becomes significant. Your baby needs a happy and contented family to provide an environment that is conducive for his development. Music, educational ...
Views: 4279 - Autism Treatment: A Functional Neurologic Approach. - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2009 from Nelson ManeAutism: Autism treatment a functional neurologic approach. Is there one problem spot that can explain all the symptoms in ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders? In neurology the doctor always wants to localize the lesion (where is the problem.) This can be longitudinally (up or down) or ...
Views: 1357 - How to Have Smart Babies - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2008 from pat leeCongratulations for starting a family soon or you are planning to start a family then read on to find out HOW to have SMART babies. To produce a SMART baby first and foremost mother and child has to be healthy and happy. Once baby is born then nurturing is important. Baby needs a happy and a ...
Views: 717 - What Does a baby Need - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Gilad SchafmanParents want the best for their child. In order to do it they read the appropriate books, invest in the best equipment, best food and other appropriate accessories, finding the best activities, and still I encounter so many times lack of knowledge among parents of some of the developmental needs ...
Views: 1386 - Fit Five Kids - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Dzagbe CudjoeFitFive Healthy Kids Program gets children off to a good start in life.For children to be fit and healthy they require a balanced diet and sufficient exercise from their earliest years. This should be self-evident to all. Habits established in childhood last a lifetime - both the good and bad ...
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