Jun 4th, 2010
Following A Child’s Lead: How To Best Raise Your Child
Most people who choose to have children want to be good parents, and they have many questions about what would be best for their children. But every child is very different and has different needs. Even if it feels right to you but it is obviously not working for your child, then you need to follow your child's lead.
Jun 3rd, 2010
The New Parent Jitters: Self-Doubts That Often Plague New Parents
Finally, your ‘bundle of joy’ is about to arrive. Everyone you meet has suggestions and advice. You have a huge list of traditional do’s and don’ts to juggle. First-time parenting jitters are natural. Here's help to handle your sudden promotion from husband to Dad and wife to Mother.
Jun 3rd, 2010
Raising Kids: Rigging Kids’ Brains for Happy Memories
Life is full of difficulties and berry-throwing mean kids. In his fabulous book on “the practical neuroscience of happiness, love, & wisdom,” Neuroscientist Rick Hanson, explains that we can take positive steps to determine which memories stick with our kids. By putting neuroscience into action, he gives us a method for raising kids who have more positive memories than negative ones.
Jun 3rd, 2010
Parenting Tip: Eliminate ‘Shut Up!’ From Your Family’s Vocabulary
“Shut up!” What do you do when your child says it to you? The reality is that “shut up” is a rude, offensive comment. Here, James Lehman MSW tackles the problem from both perspectives, and shows you how to eliminate it from your family's vocabulary.
Jun 2nd, 2010
Raising Kids: The Right And Wrong Ways To Praise Your Child
Studies have shown that the quality of praise a child receives is more important than the quantity of praise. Too much praise can actually hinder a child’s growth. While praise can be a powerful form of encouragement, too much of it given in an insincere manner can backfire badly. So, what is the right way to praise kids?
Jun 1st, 2010
Eating Disorders: What Are We Doing To Our Daughters?
In a culture of stick-thin models, our young adolescents are embarking on a dangerous path of dieting, bingeing, and purging. Here is how to tell your daughter is at risk, as well as tips and exercises to help improve body-image in your household.
Jun 1st, 2010
Child Nutrition Guidelines: More Of The Right Stuff
What are your child's actual nutrition needs? How can you meet them? Nutritionist, Pallavi Pandit, fields questions commonly asked by parents who consult her about their child's nutrition.
May 31st, 2010
Parenting Tip: Does Your Child Say This? “I Hate You!”
Of all the weapons in your child’s arsenal, the words “I hate you” can have the power to reduce any parent to tears or anger. Children know that saying this can paralyze a parent during a fight, which is why they use this tactic to get what they want.
May 31st, 2010
Child Safety: The Three Basic Levels Of Home Security
Are you doing all that is possible to keep your children safe at home? It does not pay to be complacent about securing a home with children. A little forethought and some expense can secure your home and safeguard your family.
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