Christmas is a magical time of year for both kids and adults alike. The kids are out of school, the holiday cheer keeps everyone in high spirits, and spending time together as a family is at the top of everyone’s priority list. One hallmark of the Christmas season is the wide variety of Christmas stories, both new and old, that you can tell your child. One way to really get into the Christmas spirit is to curl up by the fire with your kids, hot cocoa in hand, and read them one. Here … [Read more...]
6 Reasons Your Child refuses to do Homework after School
December 1, 2012 by
Many parents struggle with getting their child to complete homework after school. Rarely is a child ever anxious to get back to work when he returns home from school, but there are some ways that you can make homework less of a struggle for both you and for your child. To make getting your child to do homework less of a chore, you have to begin with understanding why he is resistant to doing homework in the first place. She is exhausted from a long day at school School is exhausting – … [Read more...]
Christmas Carols, Top 10 kids should learn, LYRICS
November 29, 2012 by
Christmas carols are a cornerstone of the holiday season, and hearing your favorite jingle can instantly fill you with holiday cheer. Everyone has their own personal favorite, and your kids will likely find themselves smitten with their own favorite songs. Whether you’re just starting to teach your kids different carols or trying to put together a medley so that you can go caroling around the neighborhood this year, there is no shortage of songs to choose from. Here is a list of the top 10 … [Read more...]
CHILDCARE, 10 Signs Your Child Has Chronic Bad Breath
November 24, 2012 by
There are a lot of things that cause people to have bad breath. Usually, brushing your teeth and tongue will get rid of annoying bad breath, but sometimes there can be something more serious causing the problem. How do you tell if there is a problem with your child’s breath? Here are a few signs that their halitosis might be chronic. Strange looks from others when your child is talking – If strange looks are on the faces of listeners when your child is talking, you may want to … [Read more...]
Childcare, 10 Chores Your Toddler Can Do !
November 23, 2012 by
The trying and terrific toddler years are upon you! Your baby is growing up and there are so many 'milestones to celebrate'. Parents often wonder and worry about if their child is on track with his growth and development. What should an 18-month-old be able to do, and how can you foster his development? Parents may have great intentions of getting their children involved in chores around the house, but life can frequently get in the way of even the best of intentions. Here are a few … [Read more...]
“10 Concerns About Putting Kids on a Diet to Consider”
November 22, 2012 by
The numbers concerning childhood obesity in America are sobering, and parents across the country are responding to the crisis in various ways, including enrolling kids in sports programs, encouraging physical exercise, and putting their children on diets. The decision to place a child on a diet plan presents some challenges, however, which parents ought to consider before deciding to implement one. Here are 10 concerns about using this approach to remedy a child’s weight problem: All … [Read more...]
Parenting, 10 Reasons Grounding Your Child is Not Working
November 21, 2012 by
Grounding is a method of behavioral modification that’s been around for generations, and enforces the idea of suspending privileges and freedom as a result of breaking the rules. Though the longevity of the method seems to suggest that it’s effective, many parents are finding that not to be the case. If your child isn’t responding well to being grounded, here are 10 possible reasons that this method of discipline isn’t working. It Creates the Need to Be Sneaky – Grounding a stubborn kid … [Read more...]
MOM, 10 Signs your child needs deodorant !
November 19, 2012 by
The milestones in a child’s life can come upon us unexpectedly, even when we anticipate them. One of these events that creeps up on parents is the dawn of pubescence. When our children’s bodies begin to change, we may not really notice until something catches us blatantly off guard. Body odor, for example, can be missed for a while before it becomes obvious that the kid is in need of help. For those parents who might be concerned about not catching it from the outset, here are a few tell-tale … [Read more...]
