Peer pressure or pack mentality can stir up a lot of trouble for a child who would never think of breaking the law, hurting another person’s feelings or destroying property. A child who obeys parents and respects others may be emboldened to go against everything he knows on a … [Read more...] about Get-Out-Of-Jail-Free Cards and Peer Pressure
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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
Planning the Perfect Night In
Your Best Night In The next time nasty weather or a tight budget forces you and your family to stay indoors, keep calm and don’t panic! Make lemonade out of those proverbial lemons that life hands you, as the saying goes. With just a little creativity and a few items that you … [Read more...] about Planning the Perfect Night In
Begging, Pleading, Demanding & Arguing
“Oh can I please – please – pretty please – with sugar on top!?” Are children are natural born beggars? No, we train them to behave this way by giving in or letting kids have their way. When permission is up for discussion with children, the door is opened to pleading, … [Read more...] about Begging, Pleading, Demanding & Arguing
How to Get Children to Help with the Chores
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Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to