Is there anything cuter than a stylish mother-daughter duo? No, there is not. Meet Brenda Wanga, well…. not that Brenda Wanga, this Brenda Wanga :-). Brenda and her daughter Cara are definitely a stylish mum and daughter duo. Brenda is …
Don’t you wish you could make homework an enjoyable and relaxed time, rather than a chore that is dreaded by both kids and parents alike? Sometimes getting your child to sit down and focus on homework can be difficult. …
1. “Great Job!” Research has shown that tossing out a generic phrase like “Good girl” or “Good boy” every time your child masters a skill makes them dependent on your affirmation rather than their own motivation. Save the kudos for …
There’s a principle in psychology that the mere act of acknowledging a person’s feelings can help bring about powerful relief. This is especially true of kids. But more often as parents our instinct is to try to correct or fix …
“Stop crying! Boys do not cry.” This parenting gem is dished out to kids all the time- over and over society tells boys not to cry. A school soccer coach remembers an incident a few weeks ago. The team that …
Here is an all-time favorite list of how you can raise happy and healthy kids. 1. Take charge. Children crave limits, which help them understand and manage an often confusing world. Show your love by setting boundaries so your kids …
Getting kids up and ready for the day is a sure-fire stress-builder and a typical cause of morning madness. If you find yourself in a battle each morning, it is time to work on streamlining your children’s routine. It is …
Whatever the age of your child, it’s important to be consistent when it comes to discipline. If parents don’t stick to the rules and consequences they set up, their kids aren’t likely to either. Here are some ideas about how …
Ages 3 to 5 As your child grows and begins to understand the connection between actions and consequences, make sure you start communicating the rules of your family’s home. Explain to kids what you expect of them before you punish …
Ages 6 to 8 Timeouts and consequences are also effective discipline strategies for this age group. Again, consistency is crucial, as is follow-through. Make good on any promises of discipline or else you risk undermining your authority. Kids have to …