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5 Steps to Raising an Optimistic Child
I had just completed a session with 17-year old Julie who suffered from severe depression. Julie believed she was a total failure and would never be able to change anything in her life. Julie also felt all her shortcomings were her own fault.
The Ten Things That Successful Parents Do
1. They are leaders as well as parents. They dont rely on the schools, the government, television, the movies or music to teach their children values and the difference between right and wrong. They do it themselves.
Preparing Your Child for the Three Rs
There is little doubt that reading, riting and rithmetic are crucial elements in the education of any child. A childs ability to later cope in the adult world, to have a career, to take charge of his financial affairs and to live independently depends to a large extent on his mastery of these skills.
Childrens Birthday Party Planning: When and When Not to Have a Big Party
Age 1: Invite only family members and close friends only because this birthday is more for the parents than for the child. At age 1, a child doesnt understand the concept of Birthday Party. He or she is getting a lot of attention---which is all a 1-year-old wants or understands anyway. You should not go overboard on presents because too much could scare or confuse a child. You should consider getting specialty items such as a plate that says First Birthday, a 1-year-old candle, and possible a table cover that everyone could sign with fabric paint to have as keepsakes that can someday be shown or given to to your grown child.
Mommies and Me Special Time
Creating and making special memories with your child is very important, especially for your childs development.
How to Pick the Best Name for Your Baby
Expectant parents spend hours preparing the nursery, poring over pregnancy and delivery books and going to childbirth classes. Yet surprisingly, many decide their childs given name within a matter of minutes, often spending more time selecting the right car seat or stroller.
Twin and Multiple Births are on the Rise
Did you know that the number of twin births have more than doubled since the early 1970s Today, about one of every 35 births in the United States are twins. Even more significant is the number of triplet and higher multiple births which have increased 200 percent over the last three decades.
How to Raise Creative Kids
Where did he come up with that Kids often amaze us with their imaginative ideas, and we should give ourselves a pat on the back for playing a role in this development. Innovative thinking is essential for success in school and in life, and its our job as parents to nurture our kids innate desire to be creative. Inventive play fosters original thinking, an asset when children are confronted with new situations. By providing activities that use their creativity and imaginations, we are giving our children an important tool to deal with life down the road.
The First Week with your Baby
The first week of your babys life brings big adjustments for both of you. You are adjusting to being a mother and caring for your baby and your baby is adjusting to life outside the womb. It is a time of great joy -- and possibly immense fear! Although youve been preparing for the birth of your baby for months, now he is here and depending on you for everything which can seem overwhelming. Dont expect too much of yourself during these first days! If anyone offers you help -- take it!
5 Love Languages and Those Who Contribute at Home
The work around a house or apartment has got to be some of the least thanked work ever created. Whether it is the yard work on the weekend, plumbing as it arises, daily dishes & errand running, we tend to overlook the assistance that our spouse and children offer us regularly.
Ten Great Careers For Single Parents
The challenges of raising a child by yourself, whether youre a mother or father, can be very difficult. Add the burden of having to be out of the home for 40+ hours per week to work and raising a child at the same time can be nearly impossible. This article describes ten careers you can train for that will give you the money to support your child and the time to be there for them.
Five Ways To Turbo-Boost Your Parenting Skills
The phone conversation had nothing at all to do with parenting - but it made me think . . .
Choosing a Baby Name
Take Your Time
Frugal Ways To Show Your Love
At one time, I would have never wanted to share my frugal ideas for showing love to those around you. My reason for keeping it to myself At one time I thought that no one would be interested. After all, we were the only couple not buying each other expensive gifts, jewelry, roses, and more, right Reality check! I have grown up a lot over these last 10 years and I have learned that I am not the only one clipping coupons and cutting my childrens hair myself. There are lots of other families out there just like my husband and I, who have to watch our spending.
Power Foods for a Powerful School Lunch
There isnt a school day that goes by that I worry about my sons lunch. Of course, I ask myself the usual questions: Is he eating what he has in the bag Will he trade his apple for a cookie Will the school lunch hes ordering once a week be nutritious Hes a kid! Hes not a fussy eater, but there are plenty of days that he has come home with a bag full of food. Ill ask him what did you eat for lunch He always says, nothing. Whats a parent to do
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