Jul 24th, 2010
What Parents Should Never Say To Their Kids: 10 Blind Spots To Avoid
What blind spots are in your parenting system or how you communicate with your spouse? Here is a list of 10 phrases, beliefs and behaviors to avoid in family communications. These are all toxic and considered poisonous.
Jul 24th, 2010
Good Parenting: Catch Your Kids Being Good
Children crave attention, whether it is positive or negative. The kind of behavior that gets them the attention they want is the kind parents will get the most of. Encouraging positive behavior works better than discouraging the negative. Here's how to catch your child being good.
Jul 23rd, 2010
Kids And Cell Phones: All Things in Moderation
Many of the new technologies available to families are amazing, but there are many potential problems associated with these advancements. Things like cell-phones, computers, internet games, vehicles, and televisions are wonderful devices. But they can present devastating problems for parents if they are not willing to monitor the devices.
Jul 23rd, 2010
Aromatherapy For Kids: Safe Healing Scents For Your Child
Did you think that essential oils were only for spa-loving adults? Think again. Aromatherapy is the hot new keyword in pediatric health and well-being. While some essential oils may be too strong and overwhelming for children, there are many that are gentle and safe enough for regular use.
Jul 22nd, 2010
Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child By John Gottman: Book Review
In his book, Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child: The Heart of Parenting, Dr. John Gottman shows you the way to the heart of parenting, where when feelings run high and the child is angry, sad or scared, the parent is able to be there for them, in a way that engages them to be with their emotions that enriches their life experience.
Jul 22nd, 2010
From IQ To EQ: Your Child And Emotional Intelligence
In 1995, Daniel Goleman in his record breaking book ‘Emotional Intelligence’ talked of social and emotional learning (SEL). Today, research shows that SEL not only helps children enhance their character, it also reduces violence and improves academic achievement. Here's what parents can do to foster it in their children even before the school gates open.
Jul 21st, 2010
My Child Is Being Bullied – What Should I Do?
Being bullied as a child can be devastating, if it goes unchecked. Peggy Moss, an expert on bullying, is also the author of Say Something, an award-winning children’s book that helps parents and educators start conversations with kids about actions they can take when they are being bullied, or are a witness to other kids being tormented at school. Here's her advice on what parents and kids can do to stop the bullying.
Jul 21st, 2010
Celebrity Kids: Behind The Spotlight
Most of us grow up believing that celebrities lead perfect lives. With such ideas, many parents cherish a desire to see their kids in an advertisement or movie. This would make their child famous and certify their child as cute, talented and a success. But being in the limelight is not a simple task, and definitely not child’s play.
Jul 20th, 2010
Ten Spiritual Principles of Discipline: Frank Marrero
We know, intuitively, that we're more likely to take instruction from people we love, respect and admire. To discipline our children we need to establish the kind of relationship that builds connection and natural authority. Frank Marrero outlines ten spiritual principles of discipline that throw some light on this essential, yet confusing, area of raising children.
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