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- Say Please! - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Carolyn StoneHow do you get your children’s respect? How do you know that they respect you? Is it that they obey? That’s a big part of it when they are young. When parents of young children come to me for Parent Coaching, they often ask for help with compliance. Their children don’t “listen.” I ...
Views: 1343(4 votes) - Guide Your Child Towards Success - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2007 from Denny StreckerThis is an excerpt from Professor Paul Pilzer, author of "Unlimited Wealth" and "Other People's Money"..."One of the questions I am frequently asked by parents, particularly parents who have succeeded themselves but didn't have the opportunity to go to college, is what subject their son or ...
Views: 1342 - Do Something Different - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2010 from Hugh DeBurghGive your creative family lifestyle dreams a try out. If you followed the advice in the past, you have been doing a lot of thinking lately about what sort of creative family lifestyle you could be following. Now it’s time to get your feet wet. Up to this point, everything that you have done has ...
Views: 1342(6 votes) - Parenting Children with ADD and ADHD: Eliminate the Daily Arguments - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Sherrie HardyWhen parents of children with ADD and ADHD reflect on their interactions with their children, many find that a high percentage of those communications involve negativity. Daily nagging, yelling, threatening, pleading, and punishing are not what most parents signed up for. These parents fear ...
Views: 1342 - Permanently Parents - The Changing Nest - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOnce individuals become parents, they are parents forevermore. Their identities change perceptively the moment Mother Nature inaugurates them mom or dad. Yet the role they undertake when they welcome children into their lives is not a fixed one. As children move from one phase of their lives to ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Preparing For The Birth Of A Child - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Melody ThomasDo you know somebody that is expecting a child? There are many things that you can do to help them prepare for that special day when the child will arrive. You can purchase items that they may need, perhaps even helping them to stock up on some of the more necessary items, such as diapers or ...
Views: 1342 - Raising a Child With a Positive Body Image - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaMany of us hate our bodies. We shun swim suits. We are quick to find fault. Some of us are even self-loathing. The question is do you want your child to grow up with these insecurities, too? If not, what can we do as parents to help our child grow up feeling good about his/her body? And what can ...
Views: 1342(3 votes) - Twenty Parenting Tips That Work! - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi FineParenting is far from easy; it takes consistency and tenacity. While raising children, we plant many seeds in them and hope they will grow. It is difficult to know how we are doing as parents and what the end results will be, because these seeds take many years to cultivate. We may feel like ...
Views: 1342 - What's the Tone of Your Home? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Kathy SlattengrenParents play a lead role in setting the overall tone in their families. Parents whose overall tone tends to be negative often have homes filled with stress and tension. While parents who take a more positive approach create calmer, happier homes. A Home Filled with Tension One mom told me ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - How to Say “I Love You” with Meaning. - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2006 from Chick Moorman“I love you” are three words all children need to hear often from their parents. Do you want those words to have real meaning to your child? Do you want them to connect one heart to another? Do you want to use these words to develop a level of intimacy in your family that communicates your ...
Views: 1341 - Parenting and Leadership - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Dr. Joseph AbrahamLeadership at home: this is about you and your children, not your politicians. Question: There are tough times in our family due to tension between us, the parents, and our two teen aged kids. They are less and less obeying the house rules. How can we maintain their discipline? Answer: We can ...
Views: 1341 - When Your Teenage Daughter Becomes a Terror - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Susan StiffelmanMany parents of teenage girls would tell you that your daughter's behavior is normal, and they wouldn't be wrong. It's fair to say that, in many respects, your daughter is "on schedule" with her belligerent and disrespectful attitude. But that doesn't mean that you and your daughter have to ...
Views: 1341 - A Space-Themed Bedroom To Stimulate Your Child's Imagination - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Linda AvilesSadly, it seems as though electronics have somewhat taken away the imagination of our children. Growing up, I didn't have video games or computers but I did have a big imagination. I didn't own a toy kitchen but I made mud pies and pretended I did. I didn't have a big toy house but I had fun ...
Views: 1339 - Always Stressing Over Family Meals? Here's Your Solution! - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtThe time is 5 o'clock and your stomach clentches - what to make for dinner is the question racing through your mind. You know you want to prepare healthy meals for your family, but you are tired and do not have all the ingredients for your favourite "go to" recipe, so you pull out the frozen ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Post-Adoption Blues: Overcoming the Unforeseen Challenges of Adoption - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2004 from Yolanda CardenYour Expectations About the Emotional Needs of Your Child "My child will like me, attach to me, and learn to love me." There are many books that address the dynamics of the child's attachment and bonding, but few have explored how the lack of a child's attachment and bonding create feelings ...
Views: 1339 - Single Moms Welcome to Motherhood - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBeing a first time mom changes you. You can't help but have it change you yet you are still the same person. I'm still the same goofy, adventurous, sarcastic, Type A personality person I was before. I still like the same things and talk to the same people. I'm still driven by passion and the ...
Views: 1339 - Single Moms, You Know What's Best For You - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Jessica RectorI received a baby gift this weekend from a college friend. He is one in the group of guys I used to hang out with my sophomore year. I remember the days like they were yesterday. He used to knock on my door so we could grab breakfast before walking to class. I even remember what I ordered each ...
Views: 1339 - Charitable Children: How Can Parents Set the Example? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2017 from Rachelle WilberParents want their children to grow up to be kind and generous people. However, kindness and generosity are character traits that need to be modeled by parents to help children learn what they are. What are some ways in which mothers and fathers can help model charitable behavior to their sons ...
Views: 1338 - Releasing Your Prodigal Child God's Way - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from Karla DowningIf you have a prodigal child, releasing isn't your first response. Your first response is to hold on tighter and try to force change any way possible. God has prodigal children too. He feels the same about them as you do yours. Releasing your prodigal child God's way is healthier than holding on ...
Views: 1338 - Roller Coaster Emotions: Some Thoughts on How to Deal With Your Child’s Roller Coaster - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Carolyn StoneI went to a conference over the weekend that was aimed mainly at therapists who treat adults. However, one of the presenters talked about how children learn to understand their own feelings and those of others in the course of interactions as they grow up. I found the talk was really relevant ...
Views: 1338 - Staying Civil: 3 Reasons Kids Come First In Any Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanThere are many reasons for getting divorced. Unfortunately, few of them can console a child who is going through the process. Even worse, many parents tend to push their children to the side while they deal with this often-complex kind of situation. If you have a child, though, you should make ...
Views: 1338 - Tips How to Conceive a Girl - Secret of Ovulation - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from oswald justinDo you be on familiar terms with how to conceive a girl with confident? Well, if you can follow the information below closely, you will have higher chances than other couples to have the baby gender of your choice. Two of the most important factors that you must know is to know the exact ...
Views: 1338(2 votes) - How Common Virtues Can Help Your Child Enjoy a Happier Life - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Keith RenninsonHave you ever wondered to what extent virtues play in today’s world? It’s not a subject that many of the Earth’s inhabitants explore; yet to some extent, they still dictate our relationships, politics and cultures. Virtues play a significant role in families and the formation of critical ...
Views: 1337 - 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: 1337(1 vote) - The 3 Most Common Discipline Strategies and Why They Don't Work - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtHave you ever talked sweetly to your child trying to explain that what they are doing is not very nice? What about the opposite? Have you ever yelled at your child out of frustration and hoped that by seeing you so angry your child would naturally want to stop their naughty behaviour? Or, how ...
Views: 1337(2 votes) - The 3 Word Approach To Mommy Evaluations - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Lori RadunSuperior athletes receive the MVP award. Oscars are given to the best actors and actresses. Business owners can earn a designation of "Entrepreneur of the Year". How often have you received the "Best Mom of the Year" award? I've never received that award, and I'm a good mom. We have one of ...
Views: 1337 - Today’s Parent: Account of a Tuition Survivor - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeI had tuition from when I was in Primary One until Secondary Four. My younger sister started from when she was Kindergarten Two. She started early because she wouldn’t leave me alone during my tuition lessons – insisting on playing with me, talking with me, peeping on me – she felt left ...
Views: 1337 - Dear Dr. Romance: Are there dating guidelines for single parents? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am an elementary school counselor. If you wouldn't mind, I would like to ask you a question that involves a child of a single parent. This 12 year old boy's father died less than a year ago. His mom has started dating again (I believe this to be too soon). I ...
Views: 1336 - How to Get the Kids out the Door in the Morning - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtAsk most parents about when their family experiences stress and getting out the door in the morning comes in among the top answers. With the right routine and words, mornings can flow and be one of the happiest times in your family’s day. As with any major parenting issue I always look at ...
Views: 1336(4 votes) - The Role of a Parent and Family Coach - by Submitted on May 19, 2015 from Frankie DoironWith the hectic 24/7 lifestyles in today’s modern world, parents of all different ages, cultures and backgrounds are routinely faced with multiple and often competing demands. With so many responsibilities and distractions from different sources, life can and does get overwhelming. Many times ...
Views: 1336 - What Age is Appropriate to Introduce Technology to Kids? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2017 from Aaron KesslerTechnology and digital media are a daily aspect of adults’ lives today, and the same goes for our children. Conversations about digital media, social media and early childhood learning focus on whether these new technologies may be a part of early childhood education, at home or school. In ...
Views: 1336 - Driving Instructor I"m Not! - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2015 from Maggie SliderMy recently turned 18 year old son passed his driving test on his first attempt back in July this year, 2015. Let me tell you the responsibilities for me in the year leading up to this event were not my favourite. Now as the mother and sole parent, I know I have many roles to play and many ...
Views: 1335 - Jade Robinson Youth Foundation Inc - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Jade RobinsonI have 18 years of experience in improving and maintaining good parent-teen relationships. My role is to assist the parents and the teenagers to solve their problems in day-to-day life. I strive to become more effective in helping parents and the teens solve their personal and family issues. ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - 6 Ways To Handle The Media & Your Children - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Stanley PopovichBy: Stan Popovich Many celebrities and entertainers have a difficult time protecting their children from the media. Here are a few suggestions on how to deal with the media when it pertains to your children. 1. Talk To Your Children Always talk to your children about your current ...
Views: 1333 - The Village Idiot - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsThat would be me! From what I can see, I’m just beginning the second year of a minimum four year sentence as a Village Idiot. I say minimum because the sentence may be extended at any time and without advance notice – written or verbal. Actually, I’m not treading on unfamiliar turf. I ...
Views: 1333(4 votes) - What are the Different Ways to Give Baby Shower Thank You Notes? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanYou must have spent months preparing for your baby shower, and finally it has ended. All your efforts must have paid off after seeing the beaming faces of your guests. The food turned out great, the games were amazing and your guests definitely had a wonderful time. Moreover, the gifts you ...
Views: 1333(2 votes) - Do Standards-Based Learning Worksheets Make Learning Engaging? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Aaron KesslerImagine a situation where your child, who is starting college, gives you a call and says she is failing her philosophy, art and creative writing classes. She tested extremely well all throughout high school on standardized exams and can regurgitate any material given to her. Now, imagine ...
Views: 1331 - Foster Parenting Changes Lives For the Better - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Mike LoganFoster parenting is a term that almost everyone has heard of, but few realize what the steps are to becoming foster parents and why people decide to do so. If you have ever wondered what foster parenting means, here is a glimpse into this amazing world. What is a Foster Parent? In certain ...
Views: 1331 - Frustrations of a Single Mom - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2014 from Jessica RectorI was a bit emotional today. My son was scheduled for his 15-month check up tomorrow. His pediatrician calls, and I miss it. I return the call, and luckily I do, because she tells me my son is no longer covered by his insurance. What? I am shocked. As I dial the number to his insurance, I can ...
Views: 1331 - In Praise of Strong-Willed Children - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2007 from Bette DowdellCervantes said, "Faint heart ne'er won fair lady." As a matter of fact, a faint heart never won much of anything. But put a little determination and will into that heart, and it can shoot the moon. What you hear, though, is that parents should prefer the faint heart, that is, the passive ...
Views: 1331 - Listen to the Youth - a whisper from a loving heart - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2013 from Pearl Shanti Lodur-LionheartIn connection with my fan page "Conscious Parenting" on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/ConsciousParents?ref=ts&fref=ts I am contacted daily by youth in despair, via my private mail. They ask for my guidance,support and understanding. They want me to explain to them how humanity acts and ...
Views: 1331(2 votes) - Single Mom’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Power - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Samantha GregoryDay after day I visit message boards and read the words of single mothers who are enraged. They are enraged at the man who left them, the man who will not pay child support, or the man who is fighting them for custody. Paralyzed by Anger The forums literally ooze with hatred, depression, and ...
Views: 1331(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: Help me deal with this person without going insane - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance, I'm a victim of emotional & mental abuse by my hopefully soon-to-be-ex husband. The sad truth is that this person doesn't or refusing to recognize what he's doing and I'm very worry for my 8 years old son who I'm sharing 50% custody with the father. I ...
Views: 1330(2 votes) - What Score Are Parents Keeping? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Rebecca MoreheadMany parents notice only their child's negative behaviors and begin keeping account of them as a score record of wrongdoing or bad behavior. This process could actually encourage more of the same behavior instead of their intended opposite. When a child enters this world and their spirit enters ...
Views: 1330(3 votes) - Why Are So Many College Graduates Struggling To Find A Job? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Tamara ShirerAccording to a recent government study approximately 2.4 million college graduates are unemployed. Records show that this is the highest unemployment rate for people with a bachelors degree or higher since 1970. This is quite discouraging for many college graduates who are taught that the key to ...
Views: 1330 - Why Are You Going To College? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"While in high school, most students begin to select a general career direction. Some make careful choices, while others leave things to chance. Either way, the process usually begins there. When college is in the offing, those young adults will attend college for a wide variety reasons. ...
Views: 1330 - Adding Another Child To Your Family - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Sara PowellAt some point, you may think of adding another child to your family. Deciding whether to expand your family with one more children is one of the most significant decisions you will make in your lifetime and you may wonder if the timing is right. There are no hard and fast rules regarding the ...
Views: 1329 - 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: 1329 - Make Your Mother Feel Special This Mother’s Day - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Collin Davis“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and ...
Views: 1328 - My Biggest Nostalgic Emotion: Being Bored - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonAs we live in a time where pediatricians actually recommend limiting screen time as a matter of health, I have been thinking a ton about my time as a child. I was never a big television fan, and even avoided watching too many cartoons thanks to my constant desire to play outside. Now I am a huge ...
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