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- 5 Strategies to Help Your Child on the Autism Spectrum Cope with Anxiety and Stress - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Connie HammerDid you know that anxiety symptoms and disorders are the number one health problem among children and adults in America? Anxiety disorders are more common in children today, than in their parent’s generation. The Anxiety Disorders Association of America states that one in eight children are ...
Views: 1758 - Parents are Getting Techy with their Baby Girls Name. Do you? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Baby nologyThe world of parenthood is full of excitement and awesome feelings, but it also comes with lots of other responsibilities. And one of the major responsibilities when your baby comes into this world is naming the baby. If we check the trend of last few years, parents are experimenting a lot to ...
Views: 901 - Good Communication with Teachers Improves Your Child’s Education - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Carolyn StoneI got thinking today about how helpful it is for children when their parents and teachers can communicate and collaborate well. I happened to run across two good examples among the families I work with. This is true even if your child does not have learning problems, but it is especially ...
Views: 962 - Vaccine Of Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2014 from Dr. Mona AeyshaSelf –Esteem is nowadays a common truth that everyone knows to some extent. We know when we feel low in esteem and when we feel high self esteem. We cannot say for sure, whether our self-esteem is real or fake, but we know that we are confronted with self-esteem issues and nothing else. You may ...
Views: 1568 - Short Listed Major Tech Courses For Teens By Prominent Tech Camps - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Jimmy SorensenTech camps are inherently devoted to bringing forward the love for technology in the youth and furthermore develop their proficiency in diverse streams of competence for instance programming, game coding, graphics, web designing and robotics besides others. Big technology camps companies offer ...
Views: 1262(2 votes) - 10 Activities To Increase Creativity Among Toddlers - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Dr. Mona AeyshaThere are many kinds of toys that we can choose for our toddlers. In this process of choosing, parents have more decisive power and especially mothers can inculcate energy into the hearts of their children for specific objects. All kinds of toys are beneficial to children to some extent but some ...
Views: 2353(2 votes) - Child Molester or Pedophile - Is there a difference and what drives them? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Roni Weisberg-RossSexual abuse of children is not a new problem, nor have the statistics changed. “1 in 4 girls is sexually abused before the age of 14; 1 in 6 boys is sexually abused before the age of 16.” (Hopper, J. (1998). Child Sexual Abuse: Statistics, Research, & Resources. Boston, MA Boston University ...
Views: 3254(2 votes) - Traps to Avoid When It Comes to Behaviors That Can Annoy - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Connie HammerAs parents we would all love to have a quick and efficient way of changing some of the negative behaviors our children display. There are behaviors that irritate us, embarrass us and exasperate us, and ones that present a safety issue at times. And then there are those unique, repetitive ...
Views: 1539(2 votes) - ***A Bullying Dilemma - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Nancy BuckAnswering the knock on my back door one afternoon, I faced a woman new to me. “I want you to make your sons stop bullying my son,” she stated simply. I was shocked. My children were not bullies. I could see her car parked in the street with her son sitting in the passenger seat. I then ...
Views: 1503(18 votes) - My Struggle and the Miracle of Letting Go - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Saskia RoellMany times in our lives we are asked to let go, and often it doesn't come easy. I wrote this poem from a mother's heart, but I believe that no matter where we are in life the principle of letting go applies to all of us. Ultimately it's the key to liberating us to move through growing ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - My Struggle and the Miracle of Letting Go - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Saskia RoellMany times in our lives we are asked to let go, and often it doesn't come easy. I wrote this poem from a mother's heart, but I believe that no matter where we are in life the principle of letting go applies to all of us. Ultimately it's the key to liberating us to move through growing ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - Candy Bouquets with a Surprise in the Bottom - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Tracey FarmerBeing a mom who loves to celebrate Valentine's Day with her children just as much as she does with her husband, I am always on the look out for something fun, different, and inexpensive that I can do for the kids. Last year, our grocery store was selling cute candy bouquets, but the price tag ...
Views: 1047(1 vote) - Dr. Romance Video: Dating Advice Every Single Mom Should Know - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance asks: Are you a single mom? Wondering whether you're too old to be back on the market? Well, wonder no more. Watch the video on YourTango.com Dating Advice Every Single Mom Should Know In this video, author, therapist and YourTango ...
Views: 1889(4 votes) - The Angelcare Nappy Disposal System Shows Its Worth - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Baby Products Wholesale | Baby Goods Wholesale Nursery Product Wholesale | Baby Items WholesaleTaking care of presents from little angels is one of the problems of parents with which you are most easily able to assist your customers. A Nappy disposal system can make the job of being mum or dad so much more pleasant and as a retailer you are perfectly positioned to introduce this idea and ...
Views: 1782 - How to Prepare Your Kid for a Move - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2013 from Megan SteelPlanning to relocate involves many factors like packing, hiring end of lease cleaners, notifying the utility companies of the termination dates, getting your deposit back, finding a new dwelling, and etc. While you might look forward to moving to a new home as it means a new beginning, a new (in ...
Views: 1367(3 votes) - Listen to the Youth - a whisper from a loving heart - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2013 from Pearl Shanti Lodur-LionheartIn connection with my fan page "Conscious Parenting" on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/ConsciousParents?ref=ts&fref=ts I am contacted daily by youth in despair, via my private mail. They ask for my guidance,support and understanding. They want me to explain to them how humanity acts and ...
Views: 1135(2 votes) - ***How to help children learn to share - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Nancy BuckMost children are not sharers naturally. They do not come into the world ready, willing and able to share. There are those wonderful, rare exceptions (My own twin sons are an example. But then they started out sharing a womb so maybe that contributed to the idea of sharing.) Children are born ...
Views: 1741(15 votes) - The Life Cycle: Epigenesis of Identity - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Vinod AnandThe Life Cycle: Epigenesis of Identity (Vinod Anand) Whenever we try to understand growth, it is well to remember the epigenetic principle which is derived from the growth of organisms in utero. Somewhat generalized, this principle states that anything that grows has a ground plan, and that ...
Views: 1967 - Infants in a Crèche - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from lizzie milanAccording to Early Childhood Education, approximately 65 percent of parents put their young kid in day care. Having ababy in crèche can be challenging. It is hard for a lot of mothers to go back to work later than the delivery of a newborn. There are lots of advantages and disadvantages to ...
Views: 766 - Is It Misbehavior? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2013 from Carolyn StoneLately I’ve worked with grade school children who have “misbehaved” in some pretty major ways. We have running away from organized activities, hitting family members, and yelling insulting things at parents, to name a few. These are reasons for parents, teachers, and therapists to put their ...
Views: 1034(2 votes) - Control and Autonomy of Infants - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2013 from Vinod AnandControl and Autonomy of Infants (Vinod Anand) Parents everywhere set limits on their infants’ behavior. If they did not, there could be no more babies, since babies creep and toddle right into danger, whether it be off the platform of a house built on poles over the sea or under a station ...
Views: 1336 - Investing in Relationships With Your Children - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2013 from Carolyn StoneLast week I gave a talk to a group of elementary school parents about ways to decrease nagging their children. The talk packed in the information from three or four parent coaching sessions. It was full of specific suggestions for behaviors for parents to try. I know that this approach works ...
Views: 1206(2 votes) - How to Choose Childrens’ Christmas Presents - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2013 from florence jonesIt’s never easy finding the perfect gift for anyone, no matter how close they are to you, and especially if you love them too much. The most expensive gifts in the world can seem silly and meaningless if you give them to children who don’t have the slightest idea what they are, what they do or ...
Views: 743 - Consequences and Resolution Behavior Modification - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Tracey FarmerA couple of weeks ago a friend of mine "pinned" a fantastic idea that included a storage box of items that children had left out and the parent had to pick up. To get their items back, they had to choose a chore from an envelope and complete the task. I knew immediately that with a few ...
Views: 1203(2 votes) - ***Are You a Sculptor or a Gardener? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Nancy BuckHow do you describe your job as a parent? Do the tasks include protector and supporter providing food, warmth, and comfort? Do you see yourself as the guide and advisor for your child as she moves from childhood, through adolescents and into young adulthood? No matter what your child’s age or ...
Views: 1855(13 votes) - How to deal with Hostile Behavior in Kids? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from lizzie milanAlthough hostility seems easy to identify, describing it proves more problematic. The trouble looks to lie in distinguishing between suitable violent performance which can happen when persons are annoyed or irritated, and ferocity, which includes the use of bodily power and imposes damage or ...
Views: 1534(1 vote) - Infant’s Characteristics - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Vinod AnandInfant’s Characteristics (Vinod Anand) The baby himself plays a big part in determining the course of relationships with people. Some of his effects are obvious, others subtle. The uniqueness of each infant can be appreciated by considering the interplay of appearance, sex, and temperament, ...
Views: 793(2 votes) - Homework Log for the Frustrated Family - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAfter many, many arguments and numerous updates from my son's school about grades less than 90, I decided to intervene and help alleviate some of the frustration that Ryan, his teachers and myself were feeling about his homework grades. Ryan is an extremely intelligent child who has just ...
Views: 2045(3 votes) - Motivating Kids to Help During the Holidays - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerWith a big birthday party coming up on Sunday, I realize I have a lot more to do than I have time or energy for. The house needs a quick, but thorough cleaning, Christmas decorating needs to be completed, and baking and cooking tasks are piling up with each visit to Pinterest. Now, more ...
Views: 837(3 votes) - Motivating Younger Kids to Help During the Holidays - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerYesterday, I revealed how I was finally able to get my eldest to help around the house in a thorough, but quick way. However, one reason for his success was my 7-year-old paving the way for him in each room. Background: I usually get quite a bit of push back and crying when I ask my ...
Views: 822(3 votes) - 10 Ideas to Get Children Involved in Charitable Activities - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAs I was running from store to store picking up presents for my family yesterday, I started noticing collection boxes and signs for charities who are in need of donations and volunteers at this special time of year. That got me to thinking...this might be the first year that all of my ...
Views: 1985(3 votes) - 12 Ideas for Holiday Fun with Friends and Family - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerWith the constant worry about checking tasks off my very long to-do list, the holidays have become less than merry. Once I slowed down, I realized that not every goal that I set to be accomplished between Thanksgiving and the end of the year actually needed to be. Yes, a clean slate for ...
Views: 4382(3 votes) - Science Bee Awards for Students - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerLast year, our wonderfully innovative fifth grade teachers came up with the idea of holding a Science Bee, with the winning student receiving creative awards made from basic science supplies. The winner's award pack included: laboratory goggles, a composition notebook, a magnifying glass and ...
Views: 1291(3 votes) - Resolution 1: Get in Shape - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerEvery year I make a list of things that I would like to accomplish or improve upon, but as is the case for most people, I am not always successful. This year I needed to try something different. I notice that I have much more success when I am working on teaching my children something of ...
Views: 970(3 votes) - Resolution 5: Strengthen My Relationships With My Children - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerContinuing with my current theme of strengthening relationships, now I am focusing on my children. The second most important relationship that I will ever have is with each of my three children. Not only will our bond be a model for the bond that they one day have with their kids, but our ...
Views: 999(2 votes) - Single Parents and Children - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Bob LancerBeing a parent is never a cakewalk but being a single parent is a tremendously difficult job. For the most part, single parents must hold a fulltime job, chauffer the children to and from school, extracurricular activities and sporting events. Many receive financial help for parents without ...
Views: 1607(2 votes) - A BRIEF LOOK AT EARLY INFANCY - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Vinod AnandA BRIEF LOOK AT EARLY INFANCY (Vinod Anand) The newborn baby is usually red, wrinkled, blue-eyed, and bumpy-headed. He has a large head, a small trunk, and very small, bowed legs. His first big adjustment is to establish breathing with his lungs. The next demand upon him is to secure food ...
Views: 677(2 votes) - 5 Things a Pre-school Parent Should Know - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from lizzie milanYou simply locate the back-to-school aisle and evaluate the list of play school supplies for your child. Though, queries and anxiety arise for prospective kindergarten parents about how to encourage a victorious school experience that does not come out on a neatly printed list. Early Childhood ...
Views: 1366(2 votes) - Old Wives’ Tales VS Plan My Baby Program Fact about Your Baby’s Gender - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2013 from Katty JoelEven though not all of us mamas wanted to search out the gender of our child while they were still in utero, I’m certain that we have a tendency to all have wondered what we tends to were having at one purpose or another. While these tales don’t always lend themselves true in any or all cases, ...
Views: 945 - Plan My Baby Program - Baby Gender Prediction - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2013 from Katty JoelYou may be thinking that this is too good to be true but all I ask is 3 minutes; and this will be the most important 3 minutes of your life. I know that you are here today to learn how to accurately choose the gender of your future baby and I am here to help you make that choice. You may ask how ...
Views: 1561 - Keeping the Real in Reality with Mary Schmidt Amons - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteMary Schmidt Amons is perhaps most known for her role as a cast member of Bravo's Reality series Real Housewives of D.C. The spotlight gave her an opportunity to bring awareness to Labels for Love, a charity she founded in 2006 to raise critical funds to support women's and children's ...
Views: 1379 - There are always other solutions - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2013 from Pearl Shanti Lodur-LionheartNo matter how consciously we live, sometime accidents do happen when children are involved. So how can we collaborate with the health-professionals in such instances ? We have experienced this - and created a win-win situation : When Leopold Light was 2 years old -another incident showed ...
Views: 1067 - Tips How to Conceive a Girl - Secret of Ovulation - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from oswald justinDo you be on familiar terms with how to conceive a girl with confident? Well, if you can follow the information below closely, you will have higher chances than other couples to have the baby gender of your choice. Two of the most important factors that you must know is to know the exact ...
Views: 1165(2 votes) - What Parents Should Know About the Controlled Crying Technique - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from florence jonesA method for sleep training called controlled crying has been the subject of many debates both online and offline. The method generally advises parents to ignore their child's cries at certain intervals - something that goes against the grain of being a parent. However, past and current medical ...
Views: 664 - The Benefits of Lactation for Little One and Mom - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Georgi StanevMother and fetus, during pregnancy, are physically and spiritually one - heart to heart, soul to soul. The fetus grows protected inside the uterus and the prospective mommy has time to get prepared, grow and develop a deep spiritual union of love with the small child. When the little one is born ...
Views: 720(2 votes) - Things To Learn From Babies - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Dr. Mona AeyshaHave you ever seen a baby? She is so cute with her tiny feet, pure smile, loving gestures and incredible affection. Have you ever realized that your child could not walk properly, could not speak fluently, could not fulfill any task given to her and could not even take food with care ( without ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - Explanation of the Discipline of a Kid… - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2013 from lizzie milanKids require discipline for a diversity of reasons, including accepting their limits, learning self-control and knowing when to stop, according to the explanation given by Teacher Training Mumbai. Since kids don't automatically know all the guidelines, it is up to you to update them. Let them ...
Views: 1466(2 votes) - Learning to Manage Guilt as a Parent of a Child with or Without Autism - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Connie HammerDoes parenting exist without guilt? Let’s face it - guilt comes with the territory. Whether or not your child is on the Autism spectrum, guilt is a difficult emotion to avoid no matter how hard a parent tries. If you are a seasoned parent you may have had more than a few encounters with guilt ...
Views: 1584(2 votes) - ***How Is Peaceful Parenting® Different? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Nancy BuckPeaceful Parenting® ideas are very different from other kinds of parenting practices that you have learned or read about. Certainly it is harder to practice Peaceful Parenting® than to simply threaten or bribe your child into following your directions or making what you consider to be the ...
Views: 1681(8 votes) - Kids and Money - Should allowance be given or earned? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Daniel BrittonIt’s an age old parenting question, but one which still causes a huge amount of debate: should you give your child pocket money for doing chores? The best answer I can give you is, ‘sometimes’. One obvious reason for linking the two is to encourage a work ethic. Giving pocket money for ...
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