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- When Boomerang Kids Move Back Home - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Phyllis GoldbergNot since the Great Depression have so many fledgling adults moved into the empty nest with mom and dad. This cyclical trend has accelerated along with the economic crisis. Faced with school loans, debts or no job, it makes sense to head for home - with its emotional security and financial ...
Views: 1595 - Dealing with Depression - Single Mom Reader Mail - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Samantha GregoryI get emails from single moms that are both uplifting and encouraging. Some emails are filled with pain and a sense of hopelessness. Many are searching for a way out of depression and emotional barriers. Here is one letter and my answer. From M: “One question I would like to ask, and you ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - Finding a Balance - Privacy vs Monitoring Your Child’s Device - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Raising children is difficult, and often means striving to strike a perfect balance. They need to eat their vegetables, but a cookie here or there won’t hurt. They need to do well at school, but you don’t want to push them too hard. You want them to become independent, but they’re still children ...
Views: 1594 - Second Chances - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2016 from Holly BryantSecond Chances. The title sounds like you screwed up on the first try and are graced with another shot. The trick is to not give that first experience any more credit than it deserves. I have made plenty of mistakes as a daughter, woman, mother, and wife. If I wore my flaws like a medallion I ...
Views: 1593 - 7 Money Tips for Single Moms (and the Redbox Code) - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Samantha GregoryThe relationship between single moms and money is turbulent. Her struggle to get more to take care of her family seems endless and the more she tries it seems the more illusive it becomes. But a bigger issue with money is how to manage what she has and discover new ways to get a little (or lot) ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Gifts That Last A Lifetime - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2003 from Pauline WallinIN THIS SEASON OF GIFT-BUYING, DON'T IGNORE THE MOST IMPORTANT GIFTS OF ALL In this season of holiday gift buying, advertisers bombard us with messages, some of them contradictory. One ad tells us that the best way for men to show love is to spend three months' salary on a piece of diamond ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - ADHD Treatment: A Natural Solution - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Sherrie HardyADHD children struggle to pay attention, control their behavior and organize themselves. At school, activities that are simple for most kids like sitting still in the circle or finishing the worksheet are a real challenge for ADHD children. At home, family dinners are not peaceful and getting ...
Views: 1591 - Divorce Support: A Curse or a Blessing? (by: Dr. Anne Brown, PhD, RN) - by Submitted on May 02, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownIt really is up to you every day whether you see divorce support as a curse or a blessing! Whether you are the giver or the receiver, I recommend you reframe it as a blessing. Is this easy? Of course not! However, if you actually go through the trauma of getting divorced and you stay married ...
Views: 1591(1 vote) - Being a Mother - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Ken ThomMother's Day is just around the corner. This is a time of family gatherings to celebrate mothers. Family traditions of cookouts, picnics and dining out are fairly common. It goes without saying; mothers play a very important role in our lives. Many articles and books have been written about ...
Views: 1590 - 5 Signs That Your Child May Have an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWith each and every year that passes it seems to get harder and harder for parents to protect their children from the evils of the world. It's hard enough to help keep them young and innocent and away from things such as sex, alcohol, and drugs but even if you are successful in doing that there ...
Views: 1589(2 votes) - 6 Simple & Easy Tips to Boost Mother's Health - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Christine EstersWhen it comes to taking care of themselves, mothers seem to lack in that department. After all, they have a lot on their plate: take the kids to school; cook dinner; go to PTA meetings and still be a loving and caring wife. It's no wonder we dedicate a special day just for them. Mother's day is ...
Views: 1589(6 votes) - Attention Deficit Disorder: Why Tutoring Isn’t Helping - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Sherrie HardyParents of children with Attention Deficit Disorder often find that the hours and money spent on tutoring does not significantly improve their children’s grades. This is because tutoring and remedial programs do not address the root of the issue. Learning is like constructing a building. It ...
Views: 1589 - Three Mistakes “Helicopter Parents” Make That Prevent Their Children from Growing Up - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2013 from Michael BroderThe term “helicopter parent” is a relatively new one in our culture, but the practice is quite prevalent. When a child leaves home (for college, for instance, or even overnight camp) the helicopter parent does exactly what the term implies --hovers. Helicopter parents usually have the best ...
Views: 1589(1 vote) - Grow Your Communications With Critical Thinking Skills - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2012 from Germana TrevisaniSometimes I will find wonderful material using their company fields to make use of during my space of business coaching, management and individual development. Once I find a gem which can be applicable, I enjoy change the thinking somewhat to adjust to plus it is great for how to improve ...
Views: 1588 - Have You Stubbed Your Toe Today? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"There is one secret to success that every college student should take to heart. Nothing gets done when you do nothing. You must take action and move in one direction or another, if you are to accomplish your goals. Unfortunately, many talented students are afraid to step off the curb. They ...
Views: 1588 - Indigo children need respect - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2013 from Angela Schulz-HenkeHow can we offer these children a happy and healthy childhood? Children can learn from responsible adults to take responsibility for their own behaviour. They do not benefit from being blamed for the trauma and stress that result from not being accepted as they are. They need support and not ...
Views: 1588(4 votes) - Raising Affluent Children: 4 Parenting Tips - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteThe hardest job you'll ever have is being a parent. And of course you want to be the best parent you can be. How do you keep a child from being spoiled? How do you teach values, compassion, work ethic, and self-esteem? How do you foster empathy, honesty, self-reliance, self-control, kindness, ...
Views: 1588 - 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: 1587 - Single Moms Find Love - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorLove is in the air. Or so we hope, especially for this single mom. This season, fall in love. Where is the best place? That's the question, I've asked myself over and over again. Where do people go to find love? If you don't meet men through your friends or work, where do you meet them? I've ...
Views: 1587 - Teen addiction signs - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Steven ThomsonToday, there is no city or country that is still untainted by the plague of drug abuse and drug trafficking. The high levels of drug abuse among young people and particularly teens is a very distressing matter. There are many reasons that teens these days are starting drugs and in time becoming ...
Views: 1587 - The Gift of Children - by Submitted on May 21, 2006 from Richard Singer Jr.Gaze into your child’s eyes and you will discover the true essence of life. Being a parent is the most miraculous and rewarding gift a human being can be given. I can remember the pure ecstasy and bliss that filled my heart when I watched the birth of my twin boys, Matthew and Alexander. A ...
Views: 1587 - Dealing with Stress as a Mom Before it Deals with You - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterEvery mom sees their children as a blessing, but when it comes to managing the entire household, running errands, having a social life, and/or maintaining a thriving career any woman would get stressed out. Did you know excessive high levels of stress will eventually cause health issues? And as ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Trophy Kids - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Linda SapadinGoodbye trophy wife. Hello, trophy kids. Young, gorgeous women hanging on the arms of an older, affluent guy is so yesterday. Alpha kids with high status achievements are the trophies of today. Yes, raising kids with every imaginable benefit can pay off. Many of them are remarkably ...
Views: 1586 - Indirect effect of mothers' gestures on their children's personalities - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2014 from Dr. Mona AeyshaParents do have a strong effect on their childrens personalities. Usually their attitude towards their kids and towards others is very important. Most of parental concerns are about kids education, leisure, social life and behavior in general, in terms of how they are getting along with all ...
Views: 1585 - Three Sanity-Saving Tips for Work-From-Home Mothers - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2018 from Courtney MyersWhen I was expecting my first child, I had several friends who had transitioned into work-from-home careers. Some went into multi-level marketing, some sold handmade crafts online, and others were fortunate enough to find a flexible employer who allowed remote employees. After weighing my ...
Views: 1584 - Types of Nipples, Medications, and Fathers be Supportive and Helpful during Breastfeeding - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Connie LimonEach breastfeeding woman has to find her own routine with settings and positions that work best for her and the baby. Each woman experiences a unique experience while breastfeeding. It is not unusual for breastfeeding mothers to return to jobs outside of their homes after a baby is born. When ...
Views: 1583 - Are You Multi-Tasking Yourself Into More Stress? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2004 from Susie CortrightWhen was the last time you were "in the zone"? When was the last time you experienced that hypnotic feeling of being so utterly concentrated that you lost track of the rest of the world? When was the last time you were completely task-oriented, enveloped in a self-induced trance, hypnotized ...
Views: 1583(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I loved her then and I love her today - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I have read several of your comments in articles on the dadsdivorce.com website concerning when to introduce a new girlfriend to your children. I have a unique situation. I have been divorced for over a year two teenage boys. A few months ago a woman I met long ...
Views: 1583 - 3 Secrets to Getting Your Child to Transition From One Activity to Another - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtHave you ever told your child that it's time to go somewhere or do something else and their response was either to ignore you or yell at you? There are ways to avoid this and make the transition from activity to activity easy and smooth. In order for your children to feel comfortable and ...
Views: 1582(2 votes) - Parenting Help to Protect Children—When Parents Fail—Explanation of a Way to Solve the Problem - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbThe Premise Many instances exist in our society where children are hurt because of the lack of parental protection or control. Often, it seems obvious to us, as rape victims and sexual abuse survivors, that with more parental involvement that those tragic events may have been avoided ...
Views: 1582(4 votes) - Help! My Teen Is Glued To The Video Console! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ken RabowI remember when I first met Ricky (not his real name). He was a Grade 4 student in the school yard pushing and yelling with an aura of glee emanating from his face as the two Grade 5 kids (who were actually much larger than him) cowered, looking for a way to get out of Ricky's sphere of ...
Views: 1581 - How To Motivate Kids – I Have the MOST Unmotivated Kid on the Planet – Or Do I? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Susan PatersonMy son was very motivated to purchase his own computer. He had saved up close to $1000 by the time he was 11 and purchased it. You better believe he was always asking for extra chores to do in order to make money the year and a bit that preceded that purchase. He was one motivated kid! Now ...
Views: 1581 - I Love Having Teenagers - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Bill McLeodI can’t tell you the number of people, who when I tell them that I have teenagers, say things like “Wow that must be tough” or “Good luck you will need it”. I don’t care, I love having teenagers. I really do. I can still remember what my life was like as a teenager. I can remember when I was ...
Views: 1581(3 votes) - Parenting-Demonstrate Through Personal Vibration - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Sharon BallantineNo parent I know, including myself, learns to parent in one fell swoop. Parenting is a process. We learn new things with every new challenge that presents itself. Each child and each situation builds new parenting skills and each challenge, no matter how difficult or trying, offers new ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - The “Responsibility Model” - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Denny StreckerResponsibility! How many times have you said to yourself, “I wish my child would be more RESPONSIBLE!???” As parents of “Rock Solid Kids,” we want our children to grow up to be responsible for themselves. This includes taking responsibility for their actions, commitments, outcomes, and ...
Views: 1579 - Behavior contracts to get the right response from the child: - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Jade RobinsonParent-child conflict is a common problem these days. The children break the rules and misbehave with the elders. If you find it difficult to make your child obey you, behavior contracts can help you. You can easily create a discipline plan which your child would have to follow. The ...
Views: 1578(2 votes) - On Her Own: Teaching Your Preschooler to Dress Herself - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Rachelle SalingerOn Her Own: Teaching Your Preschooler to Dress Herself She pairs her polka dot shirt with striped pants and finishes it off with flower hair accessories. One look is all it takes: your little aspiring fashionista is experimenting with clothes again. Watching your daughter dress up by her ...
Views: 1578(3 votes) - Parenting: Mission Possible - by Submitted on May 02, 2007 from Michael Rayel“As parents, what’s really our role?” I asked a group of parents during my lecture on family and emotional intelligence. Each one had an opinion about children and parenting. “Feed them,” said one. “Clothe them,” said another. Soon, others shared their ...
Views: 1578 - Kids Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep — and the Culprit May be in Their Pocket - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Any parent of older children knows - they aren’t getting enough sleep. Dragging your child out of bed in the morning is almost harder than getting them to do their homework or clean their room. Not only does this sleep deprivation make their mornings hard, it can have long term effects, too. ...
Views: 1577(1 vote) - What Does Your Child Think About Your Relationship With Your Spouse? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Stacey BrownSo, I've been thinking. At this point in the conversation, my husband usually rubs his forehead and says "Oh, no" with resignation. This time, I think I'm really onto something. Reality television is very popular, so I hear. I don't have a television in my house that has access to a signal ...
Views: 1577 - Why Paying Attention is The Only Thing - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Hal WechslerWhy Paying Attention Is The Only Thing When Vince Lombardi, star football coach was asked about winning in 1959, he said, “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.” So what? Reading is everything and it is also the only thing to learn Math and Science. Even Engineering and ...
Views: 1577(3 votes) - It's Not Easy - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Michelle GottliebThere are many stages we pass through in our lives. First, we are children, then young adults. We then get to work at marriage and parenting. Before we are done with the parenting stage, often we are thrust into the next stage: being part of the sandwich generation. The sandwich generation is ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Start Your Year Off Right, Create 'Family' Goals - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerSo often, we are disgusted and frustrated with our home, the clutter and mess that is in it and the fact that we feel like we have lost control. Part of the problem is because we don't have the cooperation of other family members that we would like to have. Plus the fact that we have our own ...
Views: 1576 - The Day Care Dilemma: How Do I Choose? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Karen FuscoYears ago, simply asking a friend or neighborhood teen to babysit for you was as easy as picking up the phone. Or you might have found an advertisement in the local newspaper. But with day care centers and providers springing up like daisies, the choices today are far and wide. Don’t worry! ...
Views: 1576 - BULLYING PREVENTION BEGINS AT HOME: 7 Ways to help keep your children from being involved in bullying. - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2014 from Harvey DeutschendorfAs a parent you may be wondering if there is anything you can do. There are a number of things that can be done that will help your child avoid being involved in bullying or help them through situations where bulling occurs. 1. Be open to, accept and encourage your child’s emotional ...
Views: 1575 - The Bedside Crib -- Fifteen Reasons To Buy One - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Helen BurroughsAlso known as a co-sleeper, the bedside crib attaches to the side of an adult bed. Resembling a standard crib with one of the side rails removed, the open side is placed next to the adult bed, with the bedside mattress and adult bed mattress at the same level. It allows your baby to remain ...
Views: 1575 - After School Programs – The Benefits Abound! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Karen FuscoToday’s children grow up in a society that demands expertise in everything. Learning from textbooks is not enough for your children’s overall development. It's the age of specialization and your child cannot afford to miss out on this window of opportunity while he’s young. So, scour your local ...
Views: 1574 - Change Is In The Air - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2008 from Jo-Anne CutlerChange…it seems to be the buzz word of 2008. Only having just stepped over the threshold of this New Year, we need only to pick up a newspaper or turn on the television to feel the swelling energy of change making its powerful presence known! Watching what was has been transpiring in the ...
Views: 1574 - Three Mistakes Parents Make - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Kemi SogunleParenting is one of the most remarkable experiences one can have. No one prepares for it. The skills develop as you go along. This is because every child brings on a different experience but raising children requires the similar adopted methods. However, as parents, we sometimes make the ...
Views: 1574 - Parental Leadership and Guidance: what is your preferred style? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperEvery parent wants the best for their child. How we lead and guide our children throughout their childhood is a blend of instinct, experience and planning. We often struggle to describe how we do what we do. However, as a parent you are likely to have a signature style that guides your ...
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