Part of raising independent kids, and kids that are self sufficient is letting them fight their own battles, make their own choices, and solve their own problems. However, sometimes it is your responsibility as a parent to butt in. The following are a few guidelines to help you … [Read more...] about Need to Know: When to Butt In and When to Stay Out of Your Teen’s Life
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Say Goodbye To Mommy Guilt
Are you feeling that awful feeling often referred to as mommy guilt? You know, that feeling when you are dragging yourself down because you snapped at your kids, didn't have the energy to have sex with your husband or had to leave your kid at daycare in order to help bring home … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye To Mommy Guilt
How to Deal with Sibling Rivalries
IntroductionAt some point everyone has an argument with their sibling. Sometimes these rivalries are tame and other times they can be quite serious. If you are a parent of more than one child chances are that you have witnessed a rivalry of some kind first hand. In fact, you … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Sibling Rivalries
Social Media Poster: “Respect for Others”
Ranting is not something I regularly engage in but…As many of you know, I volunteer for Parents Anonymous of New Jersey, a leader in the prevention of child abuse. If you have read many of my posts you will also know that I struggle with anger/rage issues. For me, the … [Read more...] about Social Media Poster: “Respect for Others”
Mom’s Enjoyment ABCs
1. A is for AnswerOne of the things that annoy parents is when their children ask a million questions. If you do not want it to be two million, then answer their questions right away. You will find your children are far more enjoyable, and you enjoy being a mom more when you pay … [Read more...] about Mom’s Enjoyment ABCs
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to