Reading to babies and toddlers is both a fun activity and an important way of developing a love for books and reading in your children. According to KidsHealth, “Studies show that kids with active exposure to language have social and educational advantages over their peers – and reading is one of the best exposures to […]
Review of Family Talk – A Simple Inexpensive Family Game That Spurs Conversation
Texting has replaced talking in many households today. I have seen parents actually send texts to their kids, who are in the next room, as a way to get their attention! The Challenge of Modern Day Communication Parents are challenged too, as many lament the fact that there aren’t more hours in the day. Sitting […]
Minimize Blame and Get a Happier, Healthier Relationship
“If only my partner would talk more/spend less money/stop being so needy, our relationship wouldn’t have all of these problems!” Partners will often search for explanations for their ongoing issues, conflicts and failures as they try to make their relationships work, and come up with some version of this idea. The solution’s nowhere near this […]
Nominate a Beloved Teacher for Your Chance to Win!
I love hearing stories from my friends about the people who have impacted their lives. For many of us, that key person was a teacher. Select Comfort, the makers of SleepNumber beds, must feel the same way since they are sponsoring this contest.
Simple Parenting Tips for Healthy and Happy Toddlers and Preschoolers
Parenting toddlers is a joy-filled and thoroughly interesting phase of life. While it may seem tough keeping toddlers healthy, we can make a significant difference to the overall health and happiness of our toddlers by following a few simple parenting basics. Here are some simple yet effective parenting tips to help raise happy and healthy […]
5 Ways To Help Homework Time Go Smoothly
Provide a Healthy Snack If your child is hungry, he or she will have a difficult time concentrating on the task at hand. Prevent your children from zoning out or becoming cranky; give them a healthy snack before they get started. Fruit with yogurt and a piece of cheese make an ideal snack. Their bodies […]
How to Establish Healthy Sleep Habits for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Toddlers and preschoolers usually kick up quite a fuss before bedtime. While they do need the sleep, the desire to stay awake and be part of the action is stronger. By establishing some healthy sleep habits, parents can help toddlers sleep well. Here are some simple sleep tips and solutions to help parents ensure sound, […]
How to Have a Conversation With Your 4-Year-Old
I have been at home with my children for a little more than 2 years. My middle child (4) probably receives the worst of my parenting because while the oldest needs me to bring her to martial arts class and the youngest needs me to feed her, my middle child wants me to play with […]
Five Best Parenting Websites for New Parents – Helpful Parenting Resources and Tips for Moms and Dads
Being a first-time parent can be exciting and exhausting, interesting and frustrating. New moms and dads will appreciate the easy accessibility of parenting tips and advice that is available to them online. However, it is important to know which websites to trust and which ones to ignore. Here are five great parenting websites that are […]
Improve Your Child’s Writing Skills With a Shared Journal
Is your child struggling with writing and spelling? One way to improve your child’s writing skills is to start a shared journal project. It takes only minutes a day and provides you and your second, third or fourth grader with an opportunity to connect in a fun, creative way. What You Will Need for a […]
Struggling Helps Children Become Stronger
As a parent it can be difficult helping children become independent. After all, we know how to do things faster and better, and sometimes there’s just no time for them to do things on their own like: Putting on their own shoes Zipping their jacket Going through an entire morning routine alone There are hundreds […]
Being a Stay-at-Home Parent is a Serious Profession
When my wife and I first got married we had a clear understanding of what we thought we wanted based on our prenuptial agreement. Among matters of money, marriage, and everything else we agreed there should always be a parent at home, and I wanted it to be me. Wanting to become a professional outside […]
