Having a child read all summer long is a great way for them to pass the time, as well as to help prepare them for the year of school to come. Of course, coming up with an appropriate, and exciting summer reading list can be a real challenge. The following are some resources to … [Read more...] about Need to Know: Coming Up with A Summer Reading List
Need to Know: Tips for Giving Medicines to Your Child
Kids often do not like taking medication, but sometimes they need to take a prescription or a pain reliever. So, what can you do to make it easier to give medications to kids? Try the following:1. Make sure that it tastes good. Often medication simply does not taste very good, … [Read more...] about Need to Know: Tips for Giving Medicines to Your Child
You’ve Come A Long Way, Baby: Post Pregnancy Weight Loss
Losing weight after you've just had a baby may seem like an impossible feat, however there is hope in finding that now lost body you're looking for. Post pregnancy weight loss gets many women down but with some helpful tips and encouragement it doesn't have to. Having a baby … [Read more...] about You’ve Come A Long Way, Baby: Post Pregnancy Weight Loss
Talking to Your Child About Body Changes
Let's face it. Speaking to your child about puberty is probably not something you want to do. There are many reasons for dreading this conversation. You might feel embarrassed about the subject matter. You might not feel that it is appropriate to speak about puberty. You might be … [Read more...] about Talking to Your Child About Body Changes
Meet the Parents: Your Teen’s First Boyfriend
When your teen gets their first boyfriend, it can bring about all kinds of fears. What kind of boy is it? Is he going to pressure her for sex? Are they going to be involved in the kind of activities and things I want my daughter involved in? These and other questions will likely … [Read more...] about Meet the Parents: Your Teen’s First Boyfriend
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to