Building and learning about relationships is an important part of a teen’s life. It is not always an easy thing to navigate, but it is a worthwhile thing to do because relationships can bring so many positive things into our lives. Here are a few ways to help guide your teen to a place where she or he can evaluate their own relationships…
Respect is one of the most important qualities a child can have. It will make all his relationships work better, from teachers to family to peers. The way a child shows respect to his peers will vary, but the theme will be the same for each way it is shown. Respect brings out the best in all of us…
Good character is one of the most important things we can give our children. It is best when both talked about and modeled in our daily lives. If you are already doing your best to be a role model of good character, and are looking for ways to speak to your child or children about it, here are some helpful ideas that can get you started…
One of the many choices new parents have to make is whether to use a pacifier or not. Some people swear by them and some just maintain that they are evil and designed to do nothing but cause trouble. However, a newborn baby does have a need to suck on something…
Discipline is something that affects every area of a child’s life. If a parent disciplines in a way that demeans a child, the child could grow up to be a resentful, angry adult. If the parent disciplines in a way that is respectful, the child will have the opportunity to grow as someone who gives respect to the world around them…
Do you have a child who sucks his (or her) thumb? Are you stuck trying to break the habit? It’s not like you can take the thumb away, but thumb sucking isn’t something you want to continue for too long. It can begin to cause problems with your child’s teeth. Not to mention the negative social stigma your child will experience if his peers find out he’s a thumb sucker. So you want to break this habit sooner rather than later. Here are some helpful tips for getting your child to stop sucking his thumb.
Baby massage has so many benefits to not only your baby, but to you as well. It will help you connect with your baby so she (or he) begins to really recognize your touch and your smell. It’s a great bonding experience, but beyond that it can help your baby sleep better, reduce colic, and … Read more