Did you ever have one of those days that left you wishing your child came with an instruction manual? Have you ever wondered where this little person came from? Fear not, Carol Tuttle has a great book (The Child Whisperer) that recently hit the parenting shelves sure to give you some great tips to understand […]
Turning chore time into fun time for the kids. Definition of Chore: routine task: a task, especially an ordinary household task, that has to be done regularly unenjoyable task: something that is unpleasant, difficult, awkward, or boring to do Chores are something that we as adults view as a part of normal everyday life. It’s […]
Happy-happy-joy-joy-happy-happy-joy-joy… Remember this mantra from the Ren and Stimpy cartoons of the mid 1990’s? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if creating happiness in ourselves and our children was as simple and chanting a silly phrase over and over again? But in reality, we as parents need to not only provide the means for happiness in our […]
This will be a tough read for some moms and parents, but it shares a vital truth: Parents who say the following 5 things to their kids are unknowingly damaging their children. Most parents may only use one or two of these tactics when scolding their children - but, even used occasionally, these words are […]
Too many parents want their sons to behave like tiny adults. How nice it would be if our little boys would always play quietly, never pick a fight, never get their clothes dirty, and go to bed without throwing a tantrum. In order to do that, our children would have to view the world through […]
The word democratic brings conflicting images to mind. On the one hand there is pride and respect for independence and freedom. On the other hand fear of chaos and anarchy. So it is understandable that some people may shy away from the term when it is applied to parenting. Democratic parenting can bring to mind […]
Practical advice for parents whose child has recently been diagnosed with autism. Includes information on finding emotional support, as well as tips on choosing therapies. So your child has been diagnosed with autism. What now? Taking Care of Yourself: Feel Your Feelings When my son was diagnosed ten years ago, I was shocked. How could […]
They come from school, they sit down, and when asked about the day, they mysteriously forget everything. When you talk to your children, you usually hear the one-word answers of “good,” or “fine,” but none of them answer your question really. In addition, all of those one-word answers quickly kill the conversation you are hoping […]
Teaching your child to read is a very important milestone. It is also a very rewarding experience, to be able to help your child discover something so important and vital to the rest of their life. However, teaching your child to read can also be a bit overwhelming, and sometimes a little stressful. One thing […]
We’ve all been there. Your child’s room is dirty, and he doesn’t want to clean it. You just want the room clean, and consider offering him an incentive in the form of a few dollars, or maybe some candy. You need help with the dishes after the family meal, and your daughter doesn’t want to […]
