The Christmas season means decorations, tasty treats, family celebrations, and gift giving….and giving and giving. It seems that every year we lose some of the true meaning of Christmas because […]
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Is it Time to Add a Pet to the Family?
Are you thinking of adding a four-legged, furry friend to the family? Adding a new member to the family is fun and exciting but it can also be stressful and […]
Watch This — Do That
Watching kid’s movies can be fun no matter what age you are, and family movie night can also be an educational experience, as many of these movies give us new […]
What Kids Can Learn From Collections
My kids love to collect everything from rocks to stickers. They bring my kids joy and entertainment and can be a great opportunity for kids to research and learn about […]
Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling
Preparing your child to welcome a new sibling is both exciting and challenging. While this can provide your older child with a lifelong friend and playmate, the soon-to-be big sibling […]
Teaching Kids Self Control
As our children grow, each choice they make will determine their success in school, friendships, and their future. Every parent’s goal is to raise kids who make smart decisions. So […]
Making Moving Easier For Kids
Whether across the country or just across town, moving is a big adjustment for everyone in the family. Children in particular can feel overwhelmed and uprooted because they are rarely […]
Building Good Communication with Your Children
Communicating can be a challenge in any relationship and when it comes to our kids it can be challenging to get them talking, especially when it comes to difficult topics. […]
“No” Means “No”
“Can I have a piece of candy?’ My daughter asked me one morning, right after breakfast. “No, we aren’t going to have candy right now. It’s too early,” I said. […]
Building the Parent-Child Bond
The first and most important relationship we have in our lives is the one with our parents. Children learn how to love, play, interact and resolve conflict through the bond […]
