From the outside looking inward, couples never imagine how time-intensive parenting will be until they are swamped in diapers, homework and play dates.Children consume a great deal of effort, energy and attention as they grow but it does get better. The more care and training … [Read more...] about Easy Parenting Part II
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Children Swearing and Cursing
While rebuilding our deck one summer, I felt a sudden, sharp pain in my foot after stepping onto a discarded board, “Son of a ---------!” Looking up I saw both of my young daughters wide-eyed with surprise. Without hesitating I added, “You are only allowed to say that when you … [Read more...] about Children Swearing and Cursing
Get Children To Be Responsible For Their Room
The age-old problem of getting children to clean their rooms is one of the top issues discussed in Parents Anonymous Groups around the globe. There are almost as many solutions, though, as there are parents! The thoughts and suggestions here are a compilation of a few of the many … [Read more...] about Get Children To Be Responsible For Their Room
Talking to Your Children about Safety with Downloads
The Internet is an amazing development. People are able to use the Internet for so many different things. Adults and children are able to use the Internet to play games, do school work, and keep in touch with people all over the world. There are a lot of downloads available … [Read more...] about Talking to Your Children about Safety with Downloads
Why Pets Can be So Important for Kids
Sometimes when you have kids the last thing you want to do is add more to your plate by adding a pet to the mix. Sometimes however getting a pet for your child can be one of the best gifts you will ever give to your child.As adults we need to carefully examine the … [Read more...] about Why Pets Can be So Important for Kids
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to