Parenting: The Challenge

I am a bit shocked to read about parents that want to do this. It makes it sound like our kids are in danger wherever they go or that they can’t be trusted so you need to know where they are at all times. Sure there are dangers in the world but being paranoid doesn’t [...]

Sometimes moving your child into their own bed can be a challenge. Many parents find themselves dealing with their child climbing out of the crib, or their children are becoming potty trained and a bed is necessary. Having a mattress on the floor is perfectly acceptable and probably the most cost effective. It may take [...]

Just hearing "sexual behavior" is enough to freak out many parents. From ages 2-6 there are some very normal and common behaviors that can be displayed by your young one. Touching their genitals in private or public, showing their genitals, standing or sitting close to someone or trying to see peers or adults naked is [...]

Reading shouldn’t be a chore and can really jump start imaginations, educate and entertain. Try and set aside some time every day for reading whether it’s with them or having them turn of the TV and videos games to make time for it. If they get a good daily dose of reading it can keep [...]

Teaching kids even at the preschool age to help around the house is important. As they grow up they need to learn these skills that promote responsibility. With very small children have them pick up their toys, bring their plate to the kitchen after eating or have them help you unload laundry from the machine. [...]

As summer reaches its end some kids may be sad or anxious about returning to school. In order to ease them back into their school routine let them know that you are there for them and understand how they are feeling. Ask them if they can talk to you about why they are apprehensive about [...]

I recently found a really cool site for kids aged 9 to 14 where they can learn and have fun. Science News for Kids  is a place just for kids to learn about science in a fun and interesting way. Subjects range from animals to plants to space. There are links for games, science projects, [...]

You’d think your kids would be extremely excited for summer camp, but that’s not always the case. They may be a little apprehensive about leaving home and meeting new people. There are some ways to help with the anxiety. Sometimes camps will have an event to get to know people, go with them to that [...]

There are so many other ways to discipline children without hitting.  More often than not hitting a child will lead them into hitting others. Hitting only reinforces, violence and doesn’t teach them anything except, fear, shame and anger. Children learn from their parents for the most part, being kind and firm with your discipline will [...]

It can be difficult for parents when they learn that their child has stolen something or has been stealing in general. They could be doing this for a variety of reasons, a need for attention, peer pressure, or because they are angry. First of all let the child know that stealing is not ok. Have [...]