Parenting: The Challenge

Being in the kitchen with your kids is a great way to connect. It may also get your kids interested in foods they would normally not want to even try. Having them involved in the cooking provides opportunities to share family recipes and make sure they are eating healthy. Sure there will be some times […]

How do you know when a child is old enough to stay home alone? Or how old they should be to go to the mall for the day or walk to school? Not all children achieve the same milestones at the same time. How can you tell when they are ready? A good way to […]

It is recommended that children do not watch more than one or two hours of TV per day. For the most part I do agree with this. There are plenty other activities they can do besides TV. I would also advise parents not to have a TV in their childrens’ rooms. On the other hand […]

Once your child reaches the teen years, they will start to ask for money for activities and to purchase clothes, music and other things. It may be time to start teaching them some money management. Set up a budget for all the things your teen uses or needs that you may find is outside of […]

School is coming to an end for the summer. How can you keep your kids occupied and keep them learning during the break? You don’t need to schedule every minute of their time while school’s out, they will need the break, but giving them opportunities for other activities is a great way to keep them […]

Are you much of a risk-taker now that you have children? It’s not just me anymore that I need to think about. Having a child really changes things in terms of risky behavior. I’m not a fast driver and if I’ve had a small amount of alcohol, I won’t drive. I want to be around […]

You don’t need to be strict about your child’s weight, but you want them to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle. Have them eating healthy foods. A good way to make that work is to include them in the meal planning. Make sure they are getting exercise. Encourage them to ride a bike with a […]

It can wear on your last nerve, but it doesn’t have to be all bad. Within all the fighting and squabbling kids can learn independence and create a mature self-esteem. Parents always want to treat their children equally, but really we should be looking at what’s best for each child. When fights arise, don’t step […]

There is a new “reality” show on VH1 involving parents and their children. I think it’s awful. It’s bad enough that the parents are very controlling with their children but to have them on a TV show where millions can watch it? It’s sad that these parents seem to be living their dream of stardom […]

Divorce is tough for everyone, not just the parents. Many times children think they are the cause or can’t accept "losing" a parent to the breaking up of the marriage. Things to remember if you find yourself having to go though this. Reassure your children that it’s not their fault and that both parents love […]