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- What can parents do to support their teens today? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2019 from Efi AsvestiRaising a human is the most difficult thing. Young humans have just arrived here, they are getting so easily excited and disappointed at the same time. Sometimes they think everyone is a friend of theirs and they can trust anybody, while most of the times they feel lost and alone on this planet, ...
Views: 190 - 5 Tips for Reducing Parental Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Scott SymingtonParental anxiety is widespread. The latest figures from the National Institute for Mental Health (NIMH) indicate that 40 million US adults carry an anxiety disorder diagnosis each year. This figure doesn’t even reflect the less severe worry and anxiety constricting people’s lives. While we don’t ...
Views: 269(1 vote) - How to choose Baby Girl clothes - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2019 from Arifur RahmanBuying clothes for yourself or even someone who can clearly describe their tastes and preferences is an easy thing. This case becomes very difficult when you want to shop for your baby’s clothes. As you enjoy giving your baby girl clothes, a little preparation goes a long way to make sure you ...
Views: 180(1 vote) - Strategies to Make Learning Fun For Your Kids - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2019 from Andrew LancasterTeachers often say that there is nothing better than when a child has that lightbulb moment. A foreign concept suddenly clicks in their brain. That moment could then continue into an interest in the subject with the right lessons. However, children learn in different ways. There are many ...
Views: 210(2 votes) - Parenting Goals - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2019 from Arifur RahmanOf all the parenting specialists and just naturally awesome parents I've stalked, these seem to be overall similarities. 1. REWARD POSITIVE BEHAVIOR ABUNDANTLY AND CONSISTENTLY- it will become like a full-time job, have lots of ideas in mind (If u r planning on the pool- don't tell them until ...
Views: 154 - How to Get Your Toddler to Sleep Longer in the Morning - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2019 from Arifur RahmanAre you troubled by lack of sleep? Do you have a toddler in the house and is he the reason behind this? If so, then this is a problem to take care of. However, there is a sigh of relief as this problem can easily and quickly be solved. One can learn more here. Reasons behind a toddler ...
Views: 164 - Creating Open Communication With Your Teenager Is Hard but Not Impossible - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Zeynep IlgazOne of the hardest conversations I had with my teenage son was about substance abuse — not about illegal drugs or binge drinking but about prescription drugs. Because they are "prescribed," they might be misinterpreted as safe to use. So it was hard to communicate how they can still be ...
Views: 276 - Top 3 Ways to Teach Your Child to Accept Children Who Are Different - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Laura St JohnYour children are going to encounter other children who are different than them. Here's three ways to teach your children to accept other children. 1. Understanding: We all have situations. There are always underlying circumstances that people are going through that they don’t outwardly ...
Views: 682(1 vote) - Now Do This: Cracking Rewards and Punishments for Better Parenting - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Nida ShahidBad behavior. What really makes it bad? How to fix it? How to make my child get it straight? Where to begin from and where to draw the line? Whether to go for rewards just as we used to get as kids, once we depicted good behavior or punishments if done otherwise. However, is that a healthy way ...
Views: 565 - How can we protect children’s eye health from ‘’Blue Light’’? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Arifur RahmanHow can we protect children’s eye health from ‘’Blue Light’’? People are exposed to different types of light in every day’s situation. When you stare at your phone, TV, laptop or a computer for hours, you are projecting your eyes to blue light. Although there’s no tangible evidence that blue ...
Views: 172 - How to Provide Support to the Sibling of a Special Needs Child - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2019 from Annette HinesWhen my daughter, Caroline, was old enough to go to preschool, and started to be around other kids, I noticed she was a rather anxious child. She didn’t really play with others, preferring to be alone. She was always kind of marching to her own drummer. When I would arrive at school in the ...
Views: 208 - Surviving the First Five Years of Parenting - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2019 from Kalyna KapurBeing a parent is a very fulfilling journey. It is also an experience that is full of a lot of physical, emotional and mental stress, especially during the first few years. Parenting comes with a lot of sacrifices. If new parents do not take the time to relax, they might burn out. Having ...
Views: 198(1 vote) - 8 Ways to be a Great Advocate for Your Family Member With Special Needs - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2019 from Annette HinesFor most families, the journey of taking care of a family member with special needs is "a marathon, not a sprint". The emphasis must be on taking care of yourself and your family in order to take on the long-term role of advocate. Don't underestimate the value of getting some exercise, having a ...
Views: 208(1 vote) - 11 Ways to Help Your Kids Spend More Time Outdoors - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2019 from Caryl HallbergIf you're like a lot of adults, your favorite childhood memories probably include swimming in lakes and building forts in your backyard. That's less true for children today. Only 6% of children ages 9 to 13 play outside on their own in a typical week, according to The Nature Conservancy. Among ...
Views: 173 - Tips to better Parenting through Divorce - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2019 from Arifur RahmanParenting is challenging no matter what the circumstances, we are often spread thin between work children and relationships. When you find your self in the midst of divorce it is often hard to keep yourself emotionally healthy non less trying to do that while being a good parent and helping your ...
Views: 499 - How to keep your baby’s shoes forever? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2019 from Arifur RahmanWe all have items that hold a special meaning for us, but due to the relentlessness of time, these keepsakes will inevitably lose their original shine. Luckily, there is now a way to preserve these treasures and keep them in your family for generations. We at the Bronzery can help you ...
Views: 145 - 8 Inexpensive and Unique Father’s Day Gifts to Show Dad You Care - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2019 from Robin WilliamsFather's Day offers you the moment when you would like to thank your dad for his love, affection, and sacrifices for you. With father’s day fast approaching, you need to find affordable father’s day gifts to show dad you care. Here is a list of some inexpensive and unique father’s day gifts ...
Views: 224(1 vote) - Co-Parenting Etiquette When You Don't Get Along - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2019 from Andrew LancasterCan’t stand the sight of your ex-wife or husband but you love your kids to bits and wouldn’t want that to get in the way of your co-parenting? You’ve come to the right place for answers. Children are often caught in the crossfires of matters that should be left between parents. To ensure that ...
Views: 244(1 vote) - 9 Ways Parents Raise Open-Minded Kids - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2019 from Jean TracyI interviewed a young child who told me his teacher tells the class all about her political views. Recently, the young student raised his hand and said, "But on the news this morning, I saw…” (He described an opposing scene that refuted the teacher’s point of view.) Immediately the teacher ...
Views: 157 - Dear Dr. Romance: My parents are racists - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I've been in a relationship for almost 2 years with a great person whom I've known for the 5 years I've been in this country. We studied together, were genuine friends before feelings started to develop, and we decided to be together. He and I are from a different ...
Views: 251(1 vote) - Best Tips for Your Relationship After Baby - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2019 from Mary Kay CocharoYou've found the love of your life. You've fallen in love. You've dated, become engaged and gotten married. You've longed to make your duo into a trio and after some waiting you now have a baby! What could possibly go wrong? We know that even the strongest relationships are challenged ...
Views: 172(1 vote) - Bebo and Buggy - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2019 from Arifur RahmanHello everyone! I want to introduce you all to a new Youtube sensation, Bebo and Buggy. Bebo and Buggy is an educational kids show on Youtube, created by Matthew Haines, but it's not like most shows. Many shows on Youtube focus on 123's and ABC's, or colors, without much education on any other ...
Views: 144 - Herpes Dating Site: Helping You in Getting Rid Of Your Boring Life - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from James BondMore than 60% of the people residing in western countries are affected by STD’s. The most common STD among them being herpes. With these thousands of herpes dating sites have come into the scenario to help people for dating with herpes. Due to lack of knowledge on herpes, many people who ...
Views: 548 - My Difficult Father - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from Beth ShepherdMy difficult father. I realised that my dad was a controlling and selfish, demanding fault finding man when I reached the age of twelve. I could never do anything right. One day when I was standing in the kitchen stirring the custard he shouted at me, grabbed the spoon and told me that I was ...
Views: 420 - Love is Uninhibited - by Submitted on May 28, 2019 from Mary HorsmanI’ve said it before. I’m sure I’ll say it again... Children are some of our best teachers. They live in the moment and they do what they want. As well conditioned adults, it’s dangerously easy to be the constant reminder of convention and socially acceptable behavior to our free-spirited ...
Views: 169 - How to help prevent Nappy Rash - by Submitted on May 24, 2019 from Arifur RahmanYou need to make sure that you are taking proper care to your kid. This starts with the actions you take when you detect that your kid has some nappy rashes. Nappy rashes are caused by prolonged exposure to dirty or wet diapers and it can be irritating if not handled fast enough. According ...
Views: 153 - 10 Secrets to Helping Children with Primary Math at Home | Wonder Parenting - by Submitted on May 12, 2019 from Wonder ParentingTeaching primary mathematics is nothing but a cakewalk, but a few parents will agree on this. Because the problem is that we are not aware of the correct approach when helping children with primary math. So, what we do instead is making the subject even fiercer before them. You must go beyond ...
Views: 184 - How to Stop a Temper Tantrum - by Submitted on May 02, 2019 from HECTOR LOPEZSammy, Jane, and Laura are all sharing a story of an event they each had with their toddler at the grocery store. All their stories start the same way but have a very different ending. “I was at the grocery store with my toddler. As we were going through the aisles she saw a box of her ...
Views: 175 - What makes a backpack diaper bag indispensable? - by Submitted on May 01, 2019 from Arifur RahmanA backpack diaper bag is like a dream come true for any mom that owns one. As a mother you always have to be prepared when going out with the baby. This means that you have to ensure that everything you need is packed in the diaper bag. A backpack diaper bag makes this process so much easier and ...
Views: 221 - Children Are Vulnerable: How Mother Saved My Life - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2020 from Khadija AkterThat early morning, my mother had asked ME to travel downstairs and look forward to her as she tied a shawl over her head. Holding the rail and also the wall, I walked the 2 flights of stairs to the bottom floor of our family house in Onitsha, Nigeria. My strength was failing, and my legs might ...
Views: 212 - Pack n Play Mattress - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2019 from Arifur RahmanMom and Dad’s main concern is the child’s safety and comfort. Many parents, whether new or old take great measures to provide the best care for their little ones. So, it is not uncommon to meet questions like, have you started buying Items for the baby? Well, that’ll perfectly subject you to ...
Views: 270 - The Truth about Housecleaning and Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Stephanie CooperThe pregnancy is one of the hardest periods a woman's body goes through. The hormonal and physical changes often make simple-looking tasks like vacuum or dusting impossible to perform. Women tend to get tired easily and become overly sensitive when it comes to overpowering smells and sounds. The ...
Views: 254(1 vote) - The Truth about Housecleaning and Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from Stephanie CooperThe pregnancy is one of the hardest periods a woman's body goes through. The hormonal and physical changes often make simple-looking tasks like vacuum or dusting impossible to perform. Women tend to get tired easily and become overly sensitive when it comes to overpowering smells and sounds. The ...
Views: 241 - Popular Games You Probably Didn't Know Were Played In Ancient India - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Saraswati Vidyalaya High School & Jr College Ghodbunder Road ThaneIndia has dependably been wealthy in culture and custom, and recreations have been an imperative piece of Indian culture since for eternity. Be it Lord Shiv and his partner Parvati playing Pachisi, the Pandavas loosing Draupadi over a round of shakers or the Mughals getting a charge out of an ...
Views: 234 - Enable Smooth Conversation Between You and Your Teenage Kids - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2019 from Rahul KapoorTeenage can be a difficult and rebellious time for your kids. Teenage is the time when kids develop beliefs, ideas, and values that totally contradict with their parents. This is not an unusual process, yet parents experiencing it seem bewildered. Most parents are appalled by the level of ...
Views: 181 - Dear Dr. Romance: How do I make him understand? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: How do I make him understand? So my soon-to-be-ex is still in the house as well as myself! This is not working! He keeps trying to make things better, but I don't feel anything for him anymore. He has been better to me but is still very rude to our son and says hurtful things ...
Views: 321(1 vote) - Tips Busy Working Parents Need to Keep Balance Between Work and Life - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2019 from Taylor WatsonDo you want to create a perfect work-life balance? We have listed down a few tips which could be beneficial especially for the busy working parents. Maintaining a balance between work and life can seem like an arduous task for busy working parents if not planned well. Waking up at the crack ...
Views: 198 - Here are Some Ways to Reduce the Single Mom Stress - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2019 from Taylor WatsonSingle parenting is a tough job, especially if you’re a single mom who is also working to make both ends meet for her family, her children. The percentage of single parents have skyrocketed compared to the past years. Children, despite them not wanting sometimes, are left with no option but to ...
Views: 232 - Baby Shower Gift Ideas - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2019 from Arifur RahmanCelebrating new life requires choosing some useful and at the same time amusing gifts for the newborns and their parents. Evidently, sometimes it is hard to choose what will suit the young parents and their babies most, so we here have developed a list of perfect baby shower gifts to let you ...
Views: 269 - Sandwich Generation Tough Choices - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2019 from Christy YatesA few months ago, I was with a group of friends, and while talking with two women, I learned how one was now caring for her Mother In Law. It was a change in plans for her and her husband, and it meant putting some things on hold. The other friend talked about how her mother would likely come ...
Views: 238 - Dr. Romance Video: Dr. Romance on How to Be a Loving Couple when You Have Kids - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2019 from Tina TessinaIf video doesn't load, click here Parenthood is an overwhelming job. Kids, especially babies, seem to need you there constantly. It's very easy for parents to get so into the role that they lose sight of the couple relationship they used to have. "Dr. Romance" shows ...
Views: 393(1 vote) - CBD Oil for Kids: 12 Things All Parents Should Know - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from David WillyCBD oil, which is also known as Cannabidiol oil has got the ability to deliver a variety of amazing health benefits for the people. You can even think about giving pure CBD oil to your children. If you can do it, you will be able to let your children stay away from a variety of health conditions ...
Views: 319 - It's Okay. You're Not A Bad Mom. - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2019 from Christy YatesToday I got my latest edition of People Magazine. I know. I know. But it’s my one guilty pleasure-read each week. I fit it in between The New Yorker and The Atlantic Monthly – both of which take me much longer to read. Not as many pictures. Good cartoons, though. I digress. This week’s ...
Views: 369 - Signs Your Parents Need More Help - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2019 from Christy YatesThere are some great articles on the web that can give you information about what signs to look for to tell you if your parent needs more help. Next Avenue and A Place for Mom are two that have good information. Common items are: • Difficulty with Activities of Daily Living (often referred ...
Views: 271 - The Benefits of Nursery Rhymes - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2019 from Arifur RahmanNursery rhymes have been passing down for generations. We get it from our parents, and we give it to our children. It seems this habit won't change soon. Schools even use them as a teaching tool for children. All of this shows that nursery rhymes give benefits to children. And what are those? ...
Views: 259 - The Genesis of Music - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2019 from John DiamondA very fine musician and composer tells me that her earliest memories are of singing songs with her mother. These memories go back to before she was two years old. She also says that her family tells her that from the day she was born her mother was always singing to her. For hours her mother ...
Views: 319(1 vote) - Family Dental Care and Why it’s Important - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2019 from Arifur RahmanWhen it comes to dental health, every member of the family must participate and participate actively. I don’t think that there is a better time than now to start on this. You just have to make up your mind and the next move is to look for the best family dentist. Taking care of your overall oral ...
Views: 302 - The Curious Child – How Parents Raise Kids Who Love to Learn - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2019 from Jean TracyThey creep toward toys, put objects in their mouths, pull on mom’s earrings. Everything is interesting to them. But they can lose it. I remember a frustrated second grade teacher asking me to observe 3 of her students. None of them would try. "I don’t know," was their only answer to the ...
Views: 181 - Bedtime and The 1 Rule - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2019 from Karen RyceYou’d had a busy Saturday morning, errands, with your 4-year-old child. You are looking forward to relaxing a little before you start the laundry. You stretch out on the soft, comfortable couch… Suddenly you remember last night, and the night before that, and the night before that, and… Maybe ...
Views: 251 - Harmonize With Kids! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2019 from Karen RyceCreating Your Bridge to Harmony: Your Heart to Heart Bridge Kids love this method! Period. The kids in one classroom gave me a spontaneous standing ovation after I shared this method with them. Because of the positive results I have achieved with kids, I’ve been called the Miracle Worker of ...
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