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- Parents Needing Solutions: Positive Child Discipline Is The Best Medicine! - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Paul DonahueIf you are a struggling parent who has problems with your kids, positive child discipline may be the solution that you have been searching for. What does this term actually mean? Well, to better describe it, leave off the word discipline, and replace it with reinforcement. That would be a ...
Views: 1154(3 votes) - Practical Parenting - Questions You Need to Ask Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Craig HarperParenting 101 Yesterday at lunch, I had a fascinating conversation with my business partners Mikey and Johnny about parenting. Mikey has two kids (ages one and three), as does Johnny (seven and ten) and we discussed the merits and pitfalls of the various parenting styles. Of course we covered ...
Views: 1154 - The Keys to Good Self Esteem: Free Time and a Passion - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellI think the most important thing you can do as a parent is to sponsor good self esteem in your child. If a child believes in themselves and feels good about themselves, they can do most anything. One way to sponsor self esteem is to help children to occupy their free time in ways that are ...
Views: 1154 - What to Know About Bamboo Baby Clothes - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Rubel ZamanMost people are looking for alternative fabrics that are more Eco-friendly and sustainable as compared to the traditional ones. Fabrics like cotton occupy plenty of valuable cropland and in the process many rain forests are destroyed. This is a reason for bamboo fabric becoming popular nowadays. ...
Views: 1154 - How To Save A Tea Party - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Bette DowdellMy three-year-old niece Rachel came to live with us the on the same day we moved from New York to our new home in Connecticut. Nobody really planned it that way; it just happened. Ten-year-old Chrissie already had the willys about the move, and eight-year-old Charles didn’t lag far behind in ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Respect Is On The Endangered Virtues List - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2007 from Keith RenninsonAs I continue my quest to uncover the long lost art of living a virtuous life, readers have begun to comment in wonderfully articulate ways, about how, they too, want them back in their lives. One word keeps popping up as I hear from you that I had expected to espouse on sooner or later, but ...
Views: 1153 - It's Mother's Day Again!!! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Tracy PhaupWhat would life be without mothers? They’re everything in our lives – as friends, mentors, critics, nurses, teachers… In the endless roles that mothers play so that we can feel safe, secure, and loved. Do you know how Mother’s Day began? It has nothing to do with ...
Views: 1152(4 votes) - Keeping Your Kids Safe on Vacation - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Family vacations are great. It’s fun to get away from the chaos of everyday life and relax with your family! However, traveling with young children can be nerve wracking, especially if your family is traveling to a different country. While international travel is a great experience for ...
Views: 1152 - The Role of Your Village-a Survival Guide for Parents Living Away from Home - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2011 from Brenda TrottBeing a parent can be the most joyful time of your life. You are responsible for protecting, educating, nutritiously feeding, disciplining and most of all loving your child. All of these tasks and more make your job as a parent the most important job of your life but noone says you have to ...
Views: 1151(2 votes) - The Secret to Helping Your Child Excel in School and in Life - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtIs your child struggling in school? Does your child stall when it comes time to do homework? Does your child's teacher often comment that your child is capable, but is just not working to his or her potential? Or, does your child do alright in school, but seems a bit bored or lacks enthusiasm ...
Views: 1151(1 vote) - MORE MOMMY MAGIC – 506 Ways to Nurture Your Child (Book Excerpt) - by It was one of those landmark days when nothing could go wrong. The day began with our regular "morning hugs," my boys got into the bathtub without whining, there were no spills at breakfast, my little girl and I played diving Barbie in the tub for an hour and I still got everything done that I ...
Views: 1150 - Parenting 101: How a House Move to Bournemouth Can Affect Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2018 from Stephanie CooperHouse moves are among the top five most-stressful life-changing events a person can experience, alongside the divorce, sudden unemployment, loss of a family member and long-term illnesses. There are many reasons behind the need for home relocation, some good, some not so much but once started ...
Views: 1150 - The Bully and the Bullied - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2015 from Patricia NollOne Word Fits All for those who engage in harassing, stalking, hitting, fighting, threats, blackmail, domestic violence, rape, gang violence, drug trafficking, killing, terrorism and more…that one word is BULLY! The bully, whether in person, in cyberspace, via telephone, email and texts, and ...
Views: 1149 - What Every Mom Should Know About Baby Temperature Underarm - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Charles BergerTaking care of a baby requires you to have he all the essential knowledge about the proper way to take care of your child. There are many things that you need to do when you take care of a baby and that includes monitoring the baby temperature regularly. There are a lot of ways on how to track ...
Views: 1149 - What Information Will An Ultrasound Provide? - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Maria Bronson1. Check the Heartbeat The first step a health care technician will have is to check the child’s heartbeat. By measuring the amount of beats per minute, ultrasound scans will be able to determine whether or not it is normal. 2. Measuring the Size of the Child The next step will be to ...
Views: 1149 - Teaching The Attraction Principle To Children - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Chick MoormanMillions of adults are using the Attraction Principle to build wealth and health, find a soul mate, and attract meaningful work. Since these adults get positive results from using this important law, an increasing number of them (parents and teachers) are actively teaching it to children. Their ...
Views: 1148 - The Secret to Raising Happy Kids - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtIf you were to make a list of all the things you'd love to provide your children what would your list look like? Many people spend every waking hour stressing and worrying about how they can provide this and that for their children, but I want to propose that the BEST gift you can give your ...
Views: 1148(2 votes) - Three Excellent Factors Why You Should Replace Your Child Discipline Techniques! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Paul DonahuePrecisely why may you need to transform your child discipline techniques? We will look at the likely reasons why, and in the process, hopefully we shall make things a bit more obvious so you'll realize what to do next! The first reason to alter your child discipline techniques would be if you ...
Views: 1148(4 votes) - Attachment Parenting - Is it for you? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Annie DesantisAttachment Parenting has been around forever, often referred to as Natural or Instinctive Parenting, most indigenous cultures raise their babies this way. But it became more widely known in western cultures when a Pediatrician, William Sears recommended it as a better way of bonding with our ...
Views: 1147(3 votes) - Cell Phone Spy Software A True Guardian Of Kids - by Submitted on May 30, 2018 from Misty JhonesA decade ago, the invention of smartphone technology shock the whole world. Now everyone has the mini-computer in the shape of smartphone devices, and when it is connected to the internet the whole world comes within in your hands. People from all age groups using the cell phone technology and ...
Views: 1146 - Common Marriage Problems - 6 Significant Problems To Learn From - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Johnny WayneMarriage is not a constant happiness. Common marriage problems can happen anytime with no warning. Life for couples on the first part of marriage is intimate and almost close to perfect, but things will change as time goes by, bad habits and personalities will all be revealed. The different ...
Views: 1146(1 vote) - 1st Year of Your Baby’s Growth - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Susan CarranzaAre you watching your baby closely to make sure that they are growing as they should during the first year? Are they rolling over, trying to walk or talk when they ought to be? Are they advanced or are they behind schedule? Your acquaintances and relatives will be looking for progress reports ...
Views: 1145(4 votes) - How To Help Your Kids Prepare To Go Off To College - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Ari NovickPreparing kids to go off to college and successfully live on their own can be extremely difficult. In the modern world, there are so many distractions that can prevent your teenager from concentrating in class and managing their life responsibly. Parents should be aware that after 18 years of ...
Views: 1145 - 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: 1145 - Tips on Buying Stroller Accessories - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Kamran MinhasYou have gone through the whole task of choosing a baby stroller, from reviewing, to inquiring to actually purchasing that perfect stroller. Now you have to decide which stroller accessories are a must, and which ones can you do without. There are thousands of different stroller add-ons that ...
Views: 1145 - Are You Thinking About Becoming A Surrogate? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2018 from Lora YoungThere is no greater gift than the gift of a child. Becoming a surrogate can help provide a loving family with the dream of growing their family. There are so many desperate couples out there that may not have any other options to have a baby. Being a surrogate can be a rewarding and ...
Views: 1144 - Parenting These NEW Children - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Jean AdrienneChildren who are being born today are radically different from those born as the parents of their parents, but the same rules that applied to child-rearing twenty years ago still apply today. Actually, they are more important today than ever before, because this new “breed” of child, the crystal ...
Views: 1143 - Practical Parenting Tips to Consider in Raising Teens - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Aidan MitchelWith consumerism, massive media intrusion in normal everyday life, and the disintegration of family and community, creating unique and challenging pressures on today’s adolescents, many teens of today are experiencing more change more rapidly than any previous generation. As lower social and ...
Views: 1143 - Resolution 1: Get in Shape - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerEvery year I make a list of things that I would like to accomplish or improve upon, but as is the case for most people, I am not always successful. This year I needed to try something different. I notice that I have much more success when I am working on teaching my children something of ...
Views: 1143(3 votes) - How A Parenting Forum Can Improve Your Skill As A Parent - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2007 from Dean CaporellaJoining a parenting forum today is a highly recommended option for parents looking for a sounding board for questions and answers on the different areas associated with raising children. Once upon a time, the only course parents could take was within their own family circles or specialist ...
Views: 1142 - Nappy Rash - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2012 from marie LucyNappy rash is an irritation of the skin that most babies get at some point. In this article: What is nappy rash? Causes How Chemist Online can help Symptoms Treatments Seeking advice What is nappy rash? Nappy rash is any kind of irritating skin condition or rash ...
Views: 1142 - Watch and Learn From Kids - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeWhen I was little, all I wanted was to grow up. Grown-ups rule the world – from controlling the television remote and operating all kinds of cool gadgets to being able to choose the time they went to bed. And then there is always the sentence “You will know when you grow up,” that made adulthood ...
Views: 1142 - How to Build Your Child’s Self Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiHow to build your child’s self esteem. Self-esteem is about liking who we are, and how we value ourselves. It is how we perceive our value to the world and how valuable we think we are to others. Self-esteem affects our trust in others, our relationships, our work, and nearly every part of our ...
Views: 1141(1 vote) - Pounds And Popularity: How Friendships Influence Your Daughter's Weight - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Sarah MariaIs your daughter's weight the result of her social network? A recent study authored by Adina Lemeshow claims that feeling unpopular can actually lead to weight gain in girls 12 to 18 years old. The study showed that girls who perceived themselves as "unpopular" were 69 percent more likely to ...
Views: 1141 - 5 Simple Steps to Happy, Healthy Kids--Declare a No-Fault Zone! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from PuddleDancer PressDo you want to reduce communication and discipline problems as often as you can? Are you tired of your home being a place of stress and criticism rather than a place of love that supports your family values? Perhaps you are even feeling scared, concerned and at your wits end. Continue on for the ...
Views: 1139 - Encourage Your Child’s Inner Artist – Prominently Display Their Artwork at Home - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Mike McCallOne of the key roles of a parent is as the encourager. It is one thing to tell your child to read but it is another, and much more effective, to encourage your child to read. How do you do that? Reading to your child is one way. Setting a good example by reading yourself is another. The ...
Views: 1139 - Guiding Your Child - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen we are raising our children we are guiding them through life, giving them advice and teaching them what they need to know. Children follow by example; they watch and listen to everything we do. What habits we have in ourselves can follow them in their lives. How we look at the world can ...
Views: 1139(5 votes) - The Need To Improve And Develop Parent-child Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from tannu aggarwalNowadays, the time we spend with our children is so less that we dont know how much they have grown. One moment, our child would be a small soft baby snuggling in our hands and the next moment they are young adults, ready to go to college. We just dont know when and how time has passed. Many ...
Views: 1139 - ***Forming Our Relationships Backwards - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Larry WaldmanThe divorce rate in the U.S. continues to hover around 50 percent and the dissolution incidence when one or both of the parties have been previously married is about 65 percent. This is a national travesty. The amount of emotional angst and money spent, not to mention the extent of trauma ...
Views: 1138 - 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: 1138(1 vote) - The 2-Step Solution for Getting Your Kids to Share - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtDoes your child hoard toys and possessions or have trouble taking turns? Many times we think that by just telling our child to “play nice” it will be enough to get him or her to share, however the REAL way to achieve your goal of getting your child to consider the needs and feels of others and ...
Views: 1138 - Cuss Words, Kids, And The Internet - by Submitted on May 05, 2008 from J DI was on a mom’s message board posted on the Internet on a website who described themselves as a community for moms who want to know a little bit about everything but who don’t have a lot of time. Well, on their menu they had the word B****. Well, this caught my attention so I clicked on it. ...
Views: 1137 - Single Moms and the Little Things - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI have a couple of friends with young kids. When I ask them what they are doing for July 4th, they are either not taking their kids for fireworks or doing it at a distance, because of the possible loud noises. None of which occurs to me. As a first time mom, should I even have considered these? ...
Views: 1137 - Social Media and Online Predators: Different Ways Online Predators Approach Victims - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.KIDGUARD EDITOR Your child has a smart phone, a laptop, a tablet and total use of the home computer. Having a child who’s online almost always isn’t exactly far from the norm. Roughly 24 percent of all children ages 13 to 17 go online “almost constantly,” according to the Pew Research ...
Views: 1137(1 vote) - Beyond Supermom: How Being “Real” Can Lead to Genuine Freedom, Confidence, and Connection - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Michelle WilsonIf you're a mom, I wonder what comes up for you when you hear the phrase "super mom". How about: "oh brother, that is definitely not me?" Or perhaps a craving to be closer to the ideal mom you think you "should" be? Or frustration and rolling of your eyes as you imagine a mom who seems to have ...
Views: 1136 - The Right Way of Breastfeeding - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Antonio BolickiBreastfeeding is not just healthy for the child however it likewise brings a number of wellness advantages for the mom. This is the primary reason numerous contemporary mothers make the effort and discover the time to nurse their child. Although it can be challenging for working moms to do, ...
Views: 1134 - 4 Simple Ways to Ensure Your Teen Doesn't Drive While Distracted - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2017 from Anica OaksTeen drivers can't wait to get on the road and enjoy the freedom a driver's license brings. Unfortunately, teen drivers lack experience behind the wheel and are more likely to be distracted while driving. To help your teen reach their destination safely, here are four ways you can help minimize ...
Views: 1133 - How to Prevent Your Child From Growing Up to Be a Procrastinator - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Gloria ArensonProcrastination is a widespread problem that never seems to go away. For many, this pesky habit began in childhood. Although we may look back on childhood as a carefree time, a child’s life is structured around school. Parents and teachers rule, and children must obey. Procrastination is ...
Views: 1133 - Be a Role Model For Your Kids: Follow Your Dreams! - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Britt MichaelianThere’s no doubt about it. The love a mother feels for her children is profound, but in this incredibly beautiful experience of motherhood, many moms also disconnect from their dreams. With constant demands on our time, energy and attention, it is easy to see how some moms can get lost in the ...
Views: 1132 - Can Your Children Be Honest - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Randi FineCan Your Children Be Honest? Parenting Advice: Establishing Open Communication and Trust Written by Randi G Fine Children go through phases, particularly during their adolescent years, when they see no logical or justifiable reason to communicate with their parents for any reason other ...
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