Here are some practical things parents that can do to help their children achieve the two goals of education: developing tools for learning, and a good attitude toward life-long learning. Do your homework Before enrolling your child in the school, visit it, get to know the overall philosophy and talk to parents whose children have […]
School Phobia
Poor Attendance Due to a Phobia of School School phobia is referred to in medical circles as the “great imitator” because it is one of the most frequent medical examples of a child presenting a physical complaint, which, in fact, stems from an emotional cause. School phobia results in poor school attendance and is caused […]
Giving Eye Medicines
How to Give Eye Medicine Eye medicines come in two forms—ointment and drops. Drops are easier to give but can sting a bit if the eyes are inflamed. Ointment requires more control and less squirming because you have to get close to the eye. 3 Steps to Giving Your Baby Eye Medicine Hold baby still. You […]
Safety Gates
When to Use a Safety Gate Putting a gate at the top of the stairs is like waving a red flag in front of a baby bull. The impulsive explorer scales right up the gate and rattles it back and forth until sometimes baby and gate come sliding down the stairs. Whether to rely on […]
Walkers
Wave the walker Like any keep-baby-busy device, if used sparingly and under supervision, walkers can be fun. They are especially useful for the between-jobs baby who can’t yet cruise or stand but wants to move across the room. This moving crutch may also be used to placate a baby who is in a hold-me- not […]
Learning to Read
Your Child Learning to Read It will be one of your proudest moments as a parent, when your child first begins to read on her own. Is your child ready? What are the do’s and don’ts of early reading instruction? In our technology-focused world, parents are increasingly faced with decisions about what tools to use […]
Raising a Moral Child
8 Tips for Raising a Moral Child Raising a moral child means teaching your child to live by the Golden Rule. Before your child can “treat others like you want others to treat you,” he has to learn how to empathize, to be able to think through an action before doing it and to judge […]
Why do kids lie?
Why do kids lie? What to do. Parents often ask why do kids lie? They will be caught off guard when their sweet child lies to them. Children lie for the same reasons adults do: to be accepted socially, to get attention or status, to hurt someone else, or because they fear the consequences of […]
11 Ways for Teaching Honesty to Kids
Prevent Lying by Teaching Honesty to Kids By understanding why children lie at times, it is easier to understand what to do. Getting behind the deceitful words (or actions) and into the child’s mind will help you practice preventive discipline. Here are ways for teaching honesty to kids. 1. Practice Attachment Parenting Connected children do […]
7 Ways to Teach Your Child Good Manners
Modeling behaviors is the best way to teach your child good manners Every parent dreams of the polite little child who says “please” and “thank you.” After all, your child’s behavior reflects on you. Manners come easily to some children while others struggle. Understanding the basis of good manners will help you teach your child […]
Understanding the Tantrum-prone Child
Some kids are more inclined toward tantrums than others. Children with high needs, strong wills, and who have trouble controlling their emotions are more likely to fall into tantrum behavior. They have more difficulty achieving equilibrium, an inner emotional balance that helps people bounce back from life’s many setbacks and regain composure. These babies have […]
3 Ways to Prevent Temper Tantrums
Prevent Temper Tantrums in Your Child Kids will get upset and have trouble controlling their emotions, but it is possible to prevent it from developing into a full blown tantrum. Try these three ways to prevent temper tantrums in your child. 1. Practice Attachment Parenting We have noticed that infants who are carried a lot […]