Parenting Articles
46: Reality Checks For Homeschooling
Whether you are new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, it always helps to have reality checks. Take some time to assess what is happening in your homeschooling efforts and stay attuned to the natural rhythms of your child and adjust your days and sessions accordingly.
It does not matter if your are new or a current homeschooler, just start
47: Savoring Summertime
My husband's idea of being prepared for a day hike is taking enough Oreos to enjoy at the summit. This has always been a point of debate for Ty and I, or at least since a winter camping trip from which we, quite literally, almost never returned.
He and I were first dating and had more passion than wisdom, more zeal than experience. We packed the
48: Sexual Behaviour In Young Children Parental Advice
Very young kids will often touch themselves as they explore their naked body in the bathtub, running around the backyard, or being changed etc. Your reaction to this will demonstrate how acceptable their actions are.
You should not make them feel ashamed or in trouble for discovering their body parts. It is natural for their development.
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49: Sexual Predators That Prowl Our Neighborhoods
Predators are difficult for most of us to recognize. Any parent will gladly stand guard in their yard or take their turn patrolling the street in front of the house watching out for predators. However, watching out for sexual predators searching for your child is just not that simple.
First of all, the media does all of us a disservice. Yes, it
50: Smooth Moving With Children
For some children, the prospect of a new school, new friends or even a new bedroom can be daunting. Talk to your children about the move well in advance to enable them to get used to the idea. Let them be honest with you about how they are feeling. They might be a bit nervous about leaving behind friends and this is completely understandable.
51: The Gift of Homeschooling
I love being a homeschooler. I am proud of my lifestyle. I love my family and am willing to make sacrifices to insure that my values and priorities are evident in everything we do.
So, why do I feel defensive? Why am I apprehensive at times to discuss my chosen lifestyle with those who disagree? Why should I care about those who don't share my
52: The Value Of Play In Texas
A report in the Journal Pediatrics in January of 2007 by Dr. Kenneth R. Ginsburg and two committees of the American Academy of Pediatrics summed up the importance of free play in Dallas, Houston and elsewhere else in Texas to a child's development. The report made these points:
* Play allows children to use their creativity while developing
53: Three Parenting Issues that Affect Young Working Parents
Young parents are usually beset with so many problems when it comes to rearing and caring for their children. Because of the ever-increasing cost of living in the country, both parents now need to earn a living to keep the family well provided for. Since both parents now have careers outside of the home, there are many parenting issues that these p
54: WHEN This Happens Here Are 26 Amazing Pregnancy And Baby Tips Part One
NOTE: This is a 2-part article which will provide you with 26 very practical pregnancy and baby tips. You can print this page or simply save it on your pc so that you can refer to it over and over again.
Tip #1 When giving your newborn boy a sponge bath, be careful not to pull back on his foreskin.
Tip #2 When giving your baby a massage, keep
55: Will Your Child Develop Strong Memory Skills Or Be Dependent On Drugs To Do Well On Tests
Many kids today are ill prepared for remembering large amounts of information. They spend time studying and developing an understanding of the material. Yet, when it comes time to filing it in their brains so that it's there the next day for the test, they can't do it.
Schools should be teaching them how to improve their memory so they can file
56: Addressing Homeschooling s Three Concerns
Many homeschoolers or families contemplating homeschool face a barrage of criticisms and scrutiny for their inquiries and decisions. Homeschooling is actually precess that can contribute to a solid family life and bonds.
The biggest concerns in undertaking homeschooling are loss of two parent income, choice of curriculum and socialization.
57: Assessing the Needs of Your Child
Most parents will heartily agree that no child's behaviors are the same, nor are the triggers to negative behaviors. Yet those same parents tend to use the same parenting model for all of their children. It isn't surprising then, that more parents are seeking outside support in raising their kids.
There are thousands of resources for parents to
58: Back To School Safety Tips
Lots of kids and families are preparing to head back to school right now for the start of a new school year at least "up here" where we live in the US, Canada and Europe. For those of you who aren't going back to school right now, or those of you that Homeschool, these tips can still keep your child safer today than yesterday.
Back To School fam
59: Black Single ParentsSeek Help And You Shall Receive
If before single parents were being scorned in public and were regarded as immorals, this attitude has, fortunately, been reversed in our days. Single or divorced parents are treated equally and are in fact being given special considerations by the Federal Government because of the hardships that single parents are facing in order to properly raise
60: BOB Strollers Arrive In Europe
Strollers are one of the most convenient products ever designed for children and their parents. Today's strollers are available in such wide range of styles and models, it is often a difficult decision to choose just the right one. Whatever type of stroller you decide to use, it is important to keep a few practical safety suggestions in mind.
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