While teens may initially balk at the idea of agreeing to implement a contract with their parents, getting all of your mutual rights, responsibilities and expectations on paper can make a big difference in the way that you communicate with one another. The effectiveness of a well-written contract is one of the many reasons why written agreements dictate so much in terms of professional behavior, a concept that can be applied directly to you and your teen. These are 10 of the things that … [Read more...]
10 Things to Include in a Parent and Teen Contract
March 12, 2013 by Team Celebration
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Gain Your Teenager’s Respect Naturally
January 25, 2013 by Team Celebration
As a child approaches adolescence, the natural exploration of boundaries and the need to assert his own independence often leaves his parents feeling as if all respect between them has dissipated. Arguing, defiance and even foul language are normal, though admittedly incredibly frustrating, aspects of parenting a teenager. While regaining a teen’s respect may seem like an impossible proposition, there are ways that you can restore some semblance of balance and civility to your relationship … [Read more...]
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NEW PARENTS, 10 Things to Look For During Your Nanny’s Trial Period
December 13, 2012 by Team Celebration
Many families who engage a private in-home childcare provider opt to include a probationary “trial period” in their written nanny contract in order to ensure that she’ll be a good fit with the household and can perform her duties as agreed upon. If you’ve decided to take this approach to the hiring process, there are several things you should consider at the end of this trial period before making a decision regarding the continuation of the contract. Some factors will be specific to your … [Read more...]
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WOMEN Taking Action! – Boundaries & Sharing Space
March 29, 2011 by admin
Setting Boundaries can Save Your Sanity [and Relationships] Sharing Spaces: Designs That Set Boundaries By Barbara Ballinger The right layout, flexibility, and agreed-on rules can bring family members of multiple generations, or even outsiders, together under one roof. Shared living is on the rise, and for many reasons. In some cases, multiple-family generations come back together as boomerang kids return home due to job loss and financial hits. Some families decide to reside … [Read more...]
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WOMEN Taking Action! – Boundaries & Sharing Space
March 29, 2011 by admin
Setting Boundaries can Save Your Sanity [and Relationships] Sharing Spaces: Designs That Set Boundaries By Barbara Ballinger The right layout, flexibility, and agreed-on rules can bring family members of multiple generations, or even outsiders, together under one roof. Shared living is on the rise, and for many reasons. In some cases, multiple-family generations come back together as boomerang kids return home due to job loss and financial hits. Some families decide to reside … [Read more...]
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