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- Come Walk with Me - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Come walk with me dear child, just for a little while. You see, you haven’t been yourself, I can see it in your eyes. What use to be a caring soul has turned just a little-bit colder? Your bright smile always lit up a room, it’s been awhile. You don’t have to say anything, just let me speak ...
Views: 1404 - Safe Websites-Protecting Your Kids - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheAs a parent, have you ever thought about websites that are safe for your children? Anyone can post whatever he wants on the internet. In some ways this freedom of publishing any content on the internet is a good. In other cases, it isn't so good, especially when mentally disturbed people post ...
Views: 1112 - Happy Father’s Day to the Unsung Heroes, Dads - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Thabet Sava HassanAs Father’s Day approaches (June 16th, 2013), I began to contemplate about significant means to pay tribute to the forsaken heroes, our fathers. We should seize the opportunity to pay respect toward our dads by celebrating the event in joyous manners. The fundamental question should focus on ...
Views: 1544 - The Psychology of Security Blankets - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Melody ThomasDo you remember the old Peanuts comics, where Linus carried his security blanket with him everywhere he went? It seemed to give him a sense of security that one would expect from a “security” blanket and if he was out of touch with the blanket, he experienced physical illness as a result. ...
Views: 8034 - Tips to Help Parents Navigate the Terrible Two's (or Three's) with Their Children - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Forway RobertIf you are the parent of a toddler, you are all too familiar with their young wills. Like the explorers from days of yore, they want to go out into the great big world and discover new things for themselves. Until they get a boo-boo or want some juice. Then they call in the reinforcements: mom ...
Views: 746 - The Parental Balancing Act - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Michael BroderI recently read an editorial in Philadelphia Magazine about parents demanding too little from their children. The author opined “we have caved in to the foolish idea that being a good parent means being nice to our children, and making their youths as pleasant and free of stress as possible. ...
Views: 1584 - Understanding Your Adolescent With Anxiety Disorder - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Thesie CortezAnxiety disorder is a common mental illness affecting millions of people including children and teens. Anxiety is a common human response when faced with real danger but people with anxiety disorder are ruled by fears even without the presence of real fearful situations. An anxiety attack is ...
Views: 930(3 votes) - The Best Call I Ever Made - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Beate CheletteMotherhood, or to be more precise, single motherhood, is the greatest job in the world, the biggest challenge, and the most incredible growth opportunity, especially when you have to push through your fears and personal limitations because you have no choice. Very often my writings to you ...
Views: 1358 - 3 Myth’s To Help You Address Your Adult Child’s “Failure to Launch” - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Michael BroderWhen it comes to adult children who have “failed to launch”-- either returned home after being away to college, an attempt to leave the nest to live on their own or who have never moved out to begin with—there is generally a variation of one or both of these two scenarios: For some of these ...
Views: 1615 - A 'Good Parent' Divorce - by Submitted on May 18, 2013 from Jennifer Day“To All Divorcing Parents Your children have come into this world because of the two of you. Perhaps you two made lousy choices as to whom you decided to be the other parent. If so, that is your problem and your fault. No matter what you think of the other party-or what your family thinks of ...
Views: 1070 - Ten Ways to Make It As a Single Parent - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Derek WhitneySingle parenthood is a tough vocation, but raising a child on one's own can be richly rewarding as well. Here are ten tips to help single parents deal with the ups and downs of their lifestyle. Don't Try to Be Two People at Once You need to accept that you alone cannot fill the roles of ...
Views: 737 - Conscious Parenting - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2020 from Nataša PantovićConscious Parenting or Entering a Spiritual Parenting Journey Parenting IS the most difficult job in the world. The Journey of Personal Development magically enfolds in front of the Parents that are at all times asked to increase their capacity to Love, and Understand this complex matrix of ...
Views: 1530(5 votes) - The blessing of being fully received… by me - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Carolina IglesiasThis afternoon, when I went to pick up my daughter from school, I was mesmerized by a mom breastfeeding her baby. The image brought back the bliss I felt during the fifteen months I gave my precious one the tit. The moment fleeted at the sound and the hustle of excited children getting out of ...
Views: 1084(2 votes) - Mothering Matters - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Susan McNeal VelasquezNothing else ever will make you as happy or as sad, as proud or as tired, for nothing is quite as hard as helping a person develop her own individuality – especially while you struggle to keep your own. The Mother’s Almanac (1975) Mothering Matters It is a marvel how new mothers ...
Views: 1673(4 votes) - Grandparents Can Help Grandchildren Cope with Parent’s Divorce! - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Rosalind SedaccaToo often, grandparents are caught in drama between parents during and after their divorce. While they want to help in any way they can, many grandparents just don’t know how to ease the hurt, confusion and other emotions affecting their innocent grandkids. Since every divorce is unique there ...
Views: 1264 - What To Prepare For A Newborn - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Melody ThomasIf you are preparing for the arrival of a new baby, there are some things that you should do in order to make it safe and help reduce the amount of stress that is associated with that arrival. Of course, there is a lot of joy that is also involved with bringing baby home but as you will quickly ...
Views: 907 - Happy Mother's Day to Every "Good-Enough" Mother - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantFor many of us, Mother's Day stirs something deeply loving. For others, ambivalent feelings abide. You see, after thirty-three years in the counseling field and drying the tears off many faces, I can accurately say that not every woman feels she had, was or is the "good-enough mother." So, ...
Views: 1693(5 votes) - Have A Little Respect - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Ian ScottI had a man knock on my door the other day. He was a Jehovah's Witness bringing me the 'Lords' word and the monthly Awakened magazines, which I don't mind browsing through every now and again. This months Awakened was about miracles and if they really do happen. This particular man believed ...
Views: 1312 - Mothering and Grand-Mothering: Weaving Spiritual Intergenerational Bonds - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Dr. Jane SimingtonAs we approach Mother’s Day, I am drawn to reflect on the beliefs and feelings that surface as I ponder my experiences of being mothered and on how those experiences directly and indirectly affected my own mothering and continue to influence my grand-mothering. Each night during my childhood, ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - HAVING TROUBLE WITH A CHILD WHO IS A PICKY EATER? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from Suzanne EvansOne of the commonest complaints from Mums is about children who refuse to eat the food on their plates or else have restricted their choice of foods to a limited number that they like. For Mums this can cause massive anxiety and worry as they try and navigate their children into healthy eating ...
Views: 857(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Should a Mother Push Her Daughter to Contact Her Estranged Father? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: If the child has not had a real relationship with her father for many years and does not see him more than 2 times per year, should a mother keep pushing a relationship with the father and child? Will it do more harm than good? Dear Reader: There is no way I ...
Views: 2016(4 votes) - Here’s One Sure Way to Reel Back in Your Troubled Teenager! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Deaunna EvansFish stories are often very predictable. But this fish story is anything but predictable. This real life fish story beautifully illustrates how expressing heartfelt appreciation has the power to deeply connect one human being to another. With this insight, parents can unleash the amazing ...
Views: 1821(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Video: on Dating as a Single Parent - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Tina TessinaTo watch the video click here: Dr. Romance's Dating Guidelines for Single Parents As a single parent, you probably have so little free time that dating seems an impossible task. Yet, single parents are dating in unprecedented numbers, so if you’re looking for another “head of ...
Views: 1738(2 votes) - Four Fs To Teenspeak - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Judy GoldmanAll good counselors and therapists learn early on, possibly the most valuable skill they can develop, is to meet their clients where they are. Active listening skills are necessary in order to effectively communicate with everybody, but none more so, than with teenagers. Ask anybody who ...
Views: 1074(2 votes) - How to Heal a Rift with an Adult Child - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2013 from Tina TessinaFrequently I help my clients work through problems with their grown children. Sometimes, an offspring is angry about something, and the parent is at a loss for what is wrong or what to do about it. These struggles often have their seeds in things that happened long ago, when the child was young. ...
Views: 2446(3 votes) - WHY PARENTING TODAY IS SO DIFFICULT - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from William CottringerWHY PARENTING TODAY IS SO DIFFICULT By Bill Cottringer Why is parenting today so difficult (besides being so expensive and all of us being so busy doing other things)? The answer to this question involves the main parenting role—teaching our children the basic skills that are necessary to ...
Views: 2620(1 vote) - Is a Non Profit Boarding School the Right Option for Your Troubled Teen - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Joe TherapistMany parents struggle with deciding on the best education for their teen, especially if the child is having a difficult time and getting into excessive trouble. There are many options when it comes to helping these teens, and one good option might be a non-profit boarding school that specializes ...
Views: 2591 - How To Prepare For A New Baby Arrival - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Melody ThomasMany people wait their entire lives in order to have a baby but when it actually comes time to bringing the baby home, they are ill-equipped to do so. It is very important for you to consider everything that needs done before the baby comes into the house. This is not only important for the ...
Views: 996 - Indigo children need respect - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2013 from Angela Schulz-HenkeHow can we offer these children a happy and healthy childhood? Children can learn from responsible adults to take responsibility for their own behaviour. They do not benefit from being blamed for the trauma and stress that result from not being accepted as they are. They need support and not ...
Views: 1346(4 votes) - ***Peaceful Parenting® Success Story - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Nancy BuckNaomi, mother of 5-year old fraternal sons Zachary and Samuel, wrote and asked for advice on how to work more smoothly with her children. She then read PEACEFUL PARENTING® and shared the following success story: “My boys are great kids. But our home use to have quite a ...
Views: 1438(15 votes) - Jade Robinson’s Youth Foundation - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Jade RobinsonYouth Foundation Inc. is an initiative to help struggling teens and their families. It understands and addresses the real problem that gets in the way of teens’ success, which by the way is not the absence of ability but the lack of motivation that these teenagers need in order to thrive in ...
Views: 1385(2 votes) - Jade Robinson Youth Foundation Inc - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Jade RobinsonI have 18 years of experience in improving and maintaining good parent-teen relationships. My role is to assist the parents and the teenagers to solve their problems in day-to-day life. I strive to become more effective in helping parents and the teens solve their personal and family issues. ...
Views: 1126(2 votes) - Jade Robinson’s Youth Foundation - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Jade RobinsonParents of struggling teens seeking help and a hope for their young children can now turn to Jade Robinson’s Youth Foundation, a NON PROFIT organization that operates a Residential Treatment Facility and School for Troubled Teens. The center works to bring families and relationships together ...
Views: 1233(2 votes) - Can parents' fight affect their child? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Eva FoxmanThe child sees the parents fighting till their faces turn red. The parents shout at each other. If arguments and fights are a part of your daily life, the child sees all this and is likely to become aggressive and ill-mannered. Jessica complained that her 10 years old daughter doesn't listen ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - I Need A Website - Learn your many options to ensure Success - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2013 from Tori BoechnerI need a website. This is something that many people and businesses mutter to themselves on a regular basis. While some people take the time to figure out how to best move forward, others realize that there is work involved and shy away for one reason or the next. Although you may not have ...
Views: 791(2 votes) - A, b, c, d of Education - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2013 from Dr. Mona AeyshaEducation is must for everyone and especially for children, it is vital than any other consideration. Informed parents in all over the world are personally involved in the enhancement of their kid’s education and career in the long run. Nobody in this global world would deny the importance of a ...
Views: 1476 - Pick Right Baby Names and Cherish it for the Rest of your Life - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2013 from Baby nologyA baby is considered as pure joy by parents. Having a baby is like being in heaven. A baby can provide you so many blissful moments that you would love to cherish for the rest of your life. In fact, life has no meaning without it. A baby is truly celebration of womanhood. When a woman gets ...
Views: 970(1 vote) - ***Grocery Shopping, Weekday Evenings and Other Family Hazards (Discipline with the Brain in Mind) - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Nancy BuckThe best place to observe the wide range of parental discipline styles is any grocery store between the evening hours of four and seven. Here you will hear one mother screaming at her whining toddler, one father threatening to withdraw a privilege from his nine-year old who is not paying the ...
Views: 1341(3 votes) - How can I be a good father? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Eva FoxmanIf you're a father of a toddler or a teenager, it is important that you take the responsibility of your child and raise them in an effective way. You must fulfill your commitment to be a responsible, loving and caring dad of your child. Here are eight secrets to build the father-child ...
Views: 803(2 votes) - ***To TRUST Is a Choice - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Nancy BuckWhen your teenage son tells you that he is going to a friend's house to spend Saturday evening, how do you know he is where he tells you? When your daughter wakes up on a school day morning complaining of not feeling well, and you know she has a math test she has been worrying about, how do you ...
Views: 1543(12 votes) - Social Networking Site, Parents Ensuring Teens Safety - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheIn a certain social networking site, a seventeen year old teenage girl befriended a thirty-two year old adult; the man was a predator who pretended to be a sixteen year old handsome boy. They met face to face and after some hours, her body was found in a ditch. The teenage girl was already dead. ...
Views: 921 - Can boot camps do any good to my children? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Eva FoxmanIf your child has behavioral problems and you have a tough time dealing with his behavior, you can think of the boot camps for children. The parents can enroll their child in boot camps where the children learn discipline and better behavior. The trained staff and instructors at the boot camp ...
Views: 1049(3 votes) - Tips To Choose The Best Name For Your Baby - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Elisa IemmolaHow do you choose a baby’s name? The answer must be; with care. Here are some guidelines. If family is important to you, you may want to choose a family name, especially if there is a strong tradition to follow. For example, in Cyprus, as in many countries, it is traditional for the first son ...
Views: 1010(2 votes) - Is Your Child's Backpack Too Heavy? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2013 from Alex OtaLower back pain is the second most common reason why people visit doctors. In the United States, as many as 80 percent of adults will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, with lower back pain being the leading cause of disability in Americans under 45 years old. And ...
Views: 889 - Parenting Tips For Couples First Baby - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Melody ThomasMany people wait for years to have a child and it is a very special time that they cherish. It can also be a very stressful time, especially when you consider all that needs to be done around the home to prepare it for the arrival of the new child. Although the type of work that is going to be ...
Views: 1054 - Are boot camps for teens effective? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2013 from Eva FoxmanDo you find it difficult to handle your teenage child? Is your teenage child out of control often? Are you searching for an option to teach your teenager self-control and discipline? Here’s a possibility to solve all these problems. You can send your child to one of the boot camps for ...
Views: 1119(3 votes) - 3 Things You Can Do in the Next 20 Minutes to Improve Your Child's Problem Behavior - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Nancy CummingsIf I got your attention your probably somewhere between desperate for solutions for your horribly behaved child to mildly interested in learning some parenting tricks to have at the ready for the next time your sweet angel thinks she's in charge at the grocery store. Either way, by the time ...
Views: 1157(2 votes) - How to know if your child is too busy - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Alex OtaToday’s parenting culture is one of ambition and high expectation. In an age of increasing competition in all areas of the socioeconomic spectrum, we all want our kids not just to do well but to excel. In light of this, many parents forget to leave their children time for the simple ...
Views: 1327 - Behavior contracts to get the right response from the child: - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Jade RobinsonParent-child conflict is a common problem these days. The children break the rules and misbehave with the elders. If you find it difficult to make your child obey you, behavior contracts can help you. You can easily create a discipline plan which your child would have to follow. The ...
Views: 1364(2 votes) - Hat's Off to Parents - the Great Art of Raising Children - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Tracey-Leigh DaveyRaising children is both a joy and a challenge and balancing it all can be overwhelming at times. Sure, they're cute and cuddly at birth, but getting them through the many years to adulthood is not such a leisurely walk in the park! My personal take is that the basic role of a parent is to ...
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