Eighteen is the magic number: Children are always stretching boundaries with parents, even when they are considered to be adults. As children grow from one stage to the next rules need review and updating as their age and maturity levels increase. Having clear rules and … [Read more...] about Rules and Boundaries for Adult Children
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Tips for Encouraging Healthy Body Image
The following are some tips for encouraging a healthy body image for your teens:Be realistic but kind with your teen about their body: While it is important to never hurt your child's self esteem, it is also important to be realistic with your child. If your child is over-weight, … [Read more...] about Tips for Encouraging Healthy Body Image
Trayvon: Children and Racism
As parents, we go about our daily duties without a thought until a disturbing news event gets our attention and we turn to watch and listen. We are visibly moved and stop to ask— why. A few people are tired of hearing about Trayvon and want people to just “get over it.” For … [Read more...] about Trayvon: Children and Racism
Parental Tips: Social Media Networks to Watch Out For in 2014
Raising teens can be an uphill battle sometimes. You want to be fair, and respect boundaries. This will give them freedom to make their own choices, and learn from their mistakes. Yet, it's your responsibility as a parent to protect your kids as best you can. Popular Social … [Read more...] about Parental Tips: Social Media Networks to Watch Out For in 2014
Dad 101 – Ten things men should know about parenting: 5. Laughter heals…
I have noticed that sometimes as an adult I tend to take myself way to serious. There is definitely a lesson to be learned from my childhood at which time almost anything seemed funny and I was never afraid to show it. The dumbest things would make me crack up in laughter … [Read more...] about Dad 101 – Ten things men should know about parenting: 5. Laughter heals…
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to