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- Snooping...Healthy or Harmful?? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from Dr. Jenny C. YipIt’s Tuesday morning… vacuum day. You sweep through your son’s room getting the mundane chore done as quickly as possible, when suddenly, an ordinary looking journal falls to the ground. As you shake your head at the disorganization and bend over to pick up the opened journal, you notice “Dear ...
Views: 1445 - Solutions For Easier Child Behavior Management - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerDealing with child behavior is sometimes incredibly difficult. The most common child behavior problem can push any parent over the edge, including: Crying on and on Rejecting "no" for an answer Outright defiance Disrespectful "back talk" Picky eating Refusing to do household chores or ...
Views: 845 - Some Facts About Children And Television - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Nitish KumarTill today, television is considered to be the most effective mass medium that can reach a large number of masses throughout the world. Though there are different ways of communication and entertainment that have been developed over the last two decades, still it failed to harm the popularity of ...
Views: 686 - Some Great Ideas To Find a Nanny - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Charles ThomrtsHiring a perfect nanny for your child and family can be a tedious and stressful job. The reason is quite clear since this is something you wouldn’t like to comprise with. In the present time, numbers of nannies and babysitters are available offering services to those parents who are struggling ...
Views: 668 - Some of the Most Needed Baby Products - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Anamika SwamiBaby products are the most delicate yet essential items required for proper growth and development of your baby. Choosing new born infant products can be made easy with the help of a number of websites and books that are informative. There are a number of important products which are vital for ...
Views: 986 - Some Of The Most Powerful Parenting Advice - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Bob LancerChildren are their parents! More specifically, how a child behaves, the child’s mood patterns, attitudes, ways of communicating and emotionally reacting – even thought patterns - all reflect their parents to a significant extent. In a sense, raising children means raising ourselves. In ...
Views: 932 - Some Traits of a Good Mother - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2021 from Shehbaz MalikAs we know mothers have to do so many works on daily basis at home and they do so many tasks but their duty towards their children is the toughest one. You can’t imagine but it’s a 24 hours duty that a mother has to perform throughout the day. She does it even without complaining to anyone. No ...
Views: 655 - Sooner To Reality: Is Time Travel Probable - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from pray net pkLondon. The lively, beating center of the United Kingdom. It's among the world's hottest locations for tourists, and for organization travellers too. The amount of commerce that undergoes London is staggering, with a financial centre second simply to New York, and service industries that cater ...
Views: 1010 - Spanking is easy for children to become stupid - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Ann YangThe debate over spanking goes back many years, but the essential question often evades discussion: does spanking actually work? In the short term, yes.You can correct immediate misbehavior with a slap or two on the rear- end or hand.But what about the long-term impact? Can spanking lead to ...
Views: 1287 - Speak to children at their level - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2016 from Monty RitchingsThe other day I was relaxing at the local pool when I witnessed a really special event that unfolded in front of me. A young man was sitting in the hot tub with his 5 year old son. It was obvious they had a really special relationship as they chatted in the warm water. While they chatted, ...
Views: 1124 - Spoil Your Newborn The Right Way - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Lanna KarpIt doesn't matter if you're a new parent or if you have friends that are new parents, there are going to be times when you're going to want to purchase something for the newborn child. When it comes time to buying something, there are many things that need to be considered. You need to think ...
Views: 607 - Sports Themed Kids Bedding for the Little Enthusiast At Home - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Victor JamesA sports enthusiast understands the fun, excitement and pleasure it brings to fan. It is seen that kids, especially boys take interest in sports at the very early age. Whether it is basketball, soccer, baseball or anything else, kids take similar or sometimes more pleasure than adults while ...
Views: 1051 - Spying on your kids - should you do it? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Hey parents! Here’s a hypothetical for you: You come home from a long day at work and start making dinner. You’re excited to hear about your child’s day at school, how their history presentation went and what friends they sat with at lunch. The burgers are done and you bring everything out to ...
Views: 1228 - Starting a Family: How to Start Preparing Yourself for Every Outcome - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanSome people get pregnant quickly and easily, and some even discover that they are expecting without trying to get pregnant. On the other hand, you may have been trying to get pregnant for at least a few months or longer. It may have crossed your mind that an underlying fertility issue may be the ...
Views: 983 - Step by step instructions to Lose Custody - 10 Stupid Mistakes Parents Make - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2019 from Wajahat AliI question that you are truly hoping to lose care of your youngsters. In the event that you are perusing this article, at that point more than likely, you are either engaged with an authority continuing or envisioning inclusion in a care continuing. On the off chance that I'm wrong and you need ...
Views: 470 - Stop Lecturing Your Kids and Start Listening - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallIf I were limited to one recommendation that would improve relationships between parent and child, especially with teenagers, it would be listen to learn. Listening and valuing young people’s feelings and ideas is what promotes the ability of parents to effectively communicate with ...
Views: 3428 - Strength in Community - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Carolyn StoneI recently wrote about the complicated feelings that parents have when their child is diagnosed with a learning disability. While these feelings are all a normal part of coping with a special needs child in your family, they can interfere with your well being and your ability to advocate for ...
Views: 1499 - Stress Free Parents - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2014 from Dr. Mona AeyshaIn todays modern lifestyle, everyone is stressed up, tired and bore, especially the parents. In most of the parts of the world, parents are usually engaged in earnings and greatly tired when back home. Even if one of the parents is not working hand, he or she must be doing house chores and at ...
Views: 1599 - Strong Marriage Relationship Central to Positive Parenting - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from savitha kannanThe qualities of the relationship between a husband and wife affect their children's competence in many ways. Some psychologists believe that a good marital relationship provides the primary physical as well as emotional support for parents. As a result, the relationship that exists between the ...
Views: 2100 - Stuffed Animal: The First Friend & Teacher of a 2-3 Years old Kids - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2020 from Jennifer O'sheaKids get attached to teddy bears, stuffed animals, dolls and puppets, of course with good reason. These are not just toys but beyond them. A stuffed animal is the first friend of your kids and loves to play with it all the time. Such toys teach your kids a lot of important skills and improve ...
Views: 637 - Success in Motivating your Kids to do something important to you and them as well. - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2017 from Dr. Mona AeyshaThe word ‘why’ is very important in motivating a person to make some decision. When one believes that the task given to him is worth considering, he/she is naturally inclined towards it. The goal, belief, purpose, benefit or cash whatever is in your mind to boost your energy towards a set task, ...
Views: 1497 - Successful Learning in Seven Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperSuccessful Learning in Seven Simple Steps By Jeni Hooper Chartered Psychologist All parents want their children to have happy, successful lives. Once you have chosen a good school, what else can you do? Here are seven steps to successful learning you can use to help your child to do their ...
Views: 1439 - Successful Parenting: 6 Secrets to Make Your Children Winners - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Preeti NarayanNothing compares with the joy of watching our children succeed. As a parent, you can experience more of such joy now. Here are 6 secrets to easily transform your children into successful and confident persons: 1. Increase your children’s self-esteem This is very important. Children who feel ...
Views: 1042 - Suicidal: Can Trapped Emotions Cause Someone To Feel Suicidal? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere are many challenges in today’s world and the area of suicide is one of those. This can relate to people who are committing suicide or to people who feel suicidal and who would like to end their life in some way. Mental and emotional problems have become the norm in the western world. ...
Views: 1712 - Summer Camp for Kids Building Confidence and Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2011 from Fred FishSummer camp for kids is an exceptional program that provides foundational tools for building confidence and self-esteem in boys. This northern Pennsylvania campus is family owned and operated. The family atmosphere is combined with qualified trainers and hand selected focus groups including: ...
Views: 3708 - Summer Camp or Staying Home: Pros and cons for families - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Melanie GrimesSummer camps are a wonderful way for children to meet new friends and develop new skills. Staying home also allows children to develop new skills, some of which involve deepening family relationships and leading a less structured life. There are pros and cons to both summer ...
Views: 7181 - Summer Time (and the living is easy?) - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Carolyn StoneIn my hometown it is officially summer. I know, the season really starts later this week on June 21, but school got out here last Friday. Last night the neighborhood children were out shooting baskets and hooting it up in the evening, a sure sign that they had no homework to do. So, is ...
Views: 1229 - Super Health Secrets: 5 Powerful Herbs for Health and Longevity - by Every culture in the world has some kind of secret herb that they discovered and preserved for the elite. Whether these substances were reserved for royalty or the purpose of shamans varies from place to place, but some have been revered for literally thousands of years.
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Views: 133 - Support: Why Do Some People Only Feel Supported When They Are Pleasing Others? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperEach and every one of us is interdependent and this means that not only do we want to be supported by others, but that we also need to be; with it being it being vital for our own survival and our ability to thrive. The ideal is going to be for one to feel supported for who they are. There ...
Views: 1694 - SurveilStar Any Web Protection - The Best PC And Internet Monitoring Sofware For Schools - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Pointy JulliteParents and educators share the same goal: online safety for everyone. For schools though, generic "parental control software" isn't up to the task. Teachers and administrators are learning what smart parents already know: SurveilStar Any Web Protection helps keep students safe online. ...
Views: 837 - 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: 1768 - Take Good Care Of My Baby! - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Deb Landry10 Do¡¯s and Don¡¯ts for Selecting a Quality Childcare Center Helpful tips for choosing a daycare center or afterschool program From infant care to afterschool programs, it is never too early to start looking for the perfect place for your child to learn, grow and play. Here are some tips to ...
Views: 706 - Taking the Fear out of Children's Dentist Visits Starts at Home - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2013 from Vlad FomenkoFrom the day your child's very first tooth sprouted, you have been strict about making a regular dental care routine part of his or her lifestyle. Even before they could chew solid foods, you have been reminding your children to brush and floss twice daily. But while effective children's dental ...
Views: 882 - Talking to Teachers: Seven Steps to a Productive Meeting - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Carolyn StoneWhen your child enters school a new institution enters your family. The school influences your family life, your child’s life, and his or her sense of well-being. Often this is a positive influence — new experiences, new friends, pride in learning. However, for most parents there comes a time ...
Views: 1105 - Talking to your Children about Divorce - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Victoria BallardWhen relationships break down it can be a stressful time for all - the future is uncertain, routines change, relationships are strained and homelife is unsettled. Living in this environment can be very fraught, especially when there is the added concern of children. A parents initial ...
Views: 1522 - Talking to Your Kids About Sex - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2015 from Maggie SliderTalking to Your Kids About Sex Take a look back at your teenage years, what it was like growing up? How were you around the topic of sex? Ask yourself some important questions like; did you have parents who were open and respectful, had healthy boundaries around the topic? Were you on the ...
Views: 922 - Teach Children to Practice Social Etiquette - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Todd HicksHave you thought about becoming a parent or teacher? Are your hands tied in regard to encouraging your children or students to do the right thing in a social setting? Children require proper guidance to grow up to become adults who conduct themselves with good manners and consideration for other ...
Views: 1756 - Teach Your Child Optimism to Boost Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health. - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Jeni HooperIt makes a big difference to wellbeing when you learn to think optimistically. When bad things happen it is natural to be upset. What you feel is automatic but you can learn to control what you think about the situation and what you do next. When you think and act positively it helps get you ...
Views: 1201 - Teach your child while he/she plays with Educational games - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Aliya SenWhen we talk about education, we often get serious about it. It is all about studying, focusing and concentrating on the child attending school, doing homework or classes. Little do we realise that it is not easy for a child to become so serious during the best age of his/her life. Isn’t it ...
Views: 1171 - Teach your Kids a New Activity with Coloring Pages on Holiday Vacations - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from Baby nologyHoliday vacations are a great retreat for kids, and this leisure time gives immense pleasure to them. During this time, kids love to do things not directly associated with their school work. Some kids just like to spend time on TV watching their favorite cartoon characters, some like to play ...
Views: 854 - Teach Your Kids to 'Report' not Tattle - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from jamie williamsKeeping good communication with your child is one of the best advice for parents. If you have open communication your child is more likely to feel comfortable in sharing important information with you. But does your child know the difference between tattling and reporting? Do you know the ...
Views: 718 - Teaching Children Respect... and more - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtEvery responsible human being has acquired certain virtues useful in getting along with others. Topping the list are kindness, being responsible, friendliness, charity, honesty, trustworthiness, compassion and respect for others. All are reasonable and desirable tools for successful living. ...
Views: 966 - Teaching Colors to 3 and 4 year olds - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Francine LarsonA couple of summers ago, my two granddaughters, six and eight years old, came for a week’s visit. I told them how great they both looked in their aqua tee shirts. The six year old, Alayna replied, “aqua is only for people over 60 years old, so this is not aqua.” I got a color ...
Views: 2827 - Teaching The Importance Of Honesty To Kids - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Alvin dosOnce there was a boy Dhriti in a town who loved winning more than anything. The boy used to win almost every game that he played. His peers and people who know him considered himself to be a champion. But in reality, the boy was a cheater. He knew all the tricks of the trade. No one could defeat ...
Views: 4256 - Teaching Your Child Crowd Safety - by Submitted on May 02, 2011 from Richard YorkThere is a fine line between making your child feel confident in their safety skills and instilling a fear that something bad will happen. That line can be blurred by familial anxiety issues, childhood fears and, of course, television. Let's look at a few ways we can teach our children to be ...
Views: 777 - Teambuilding in the Home? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Toya JervayIf team means any organized group working together to accomplish a common goal, that means that your family is a TEAM! From better communication to just eating at the dinner table together, your Team-Family has goals and missions that you are always working on together. Simple teambuilding ...
Views: 1350 - Teen Suicide - COULD THE PROBLEM BE US? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Tom KrauseCOULD THE PROBLEM BE US? When speaking with a friend about teenage suicide, I asked her if it would surprise her that every classroom I walked into over 90% of the students know someone who has had a suicidal thought? I went on to tell about a time I spoke to a student body of 400 high ...
Views: 955 - Teenage Freedom: The Desire To Be Free - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2017 from Rachel MinahanChildren have always been dependent on us in many countless ways in their entire life. In every step they take, we are always there to tell them the right thing to do. As for our side, we just want our children to grow into proper individuals. Because of our huge influence on our children, ...
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