Jacob loves books. His mom knows this because when she sits down to read to him every night, he waves his arms excitedly. His favorite page of “Goodnight Moon” shows a cow jumping over the moon. He squeals and reaches for the book every time he sees it. When she is done reading, his mom… Continue reading
Category: Kids And Parents
The child and causing stress from divorce
Divorce is stressful for parents and kids alike. Although reactions will depend on a child’s age, temperament, and the circumstances surrounding the split, many kids feel sad, frustrated, angry, and anxious — and it’s not uncommon for them to act out because of those feelings. Fortunately, parents can help their kids during a divorce. By minimizing the tension… Continue reading
How to educate passionate readers from your children
A home filled with reading material is a good way to help kids become enthusiastic (and proficient) readers. What kind of books should you have? Ask your kids about their interests. If they’re too young to have a preference, your local librarian can offer suggestions about age-appropriate books. Here are some other tips: Keep a… Continue reading
Your child and self-control
When kids melt down in the middle of a crowded store, at a holiday dinner with extended family, or at home, it can be extremely frustrating. But parents can help kids learn self-control and teach them how to respond to situations without just acting on impulse. Teaching self-control skills is one of the most important… Continue reading
What we do need by the first week of our newborn
New parents have plenty of questions about newborn babies. Be prepared by talking to your doctor. Bringing a new baby home is an exciting — and overwhelming — experience. No matter how prepared you are, you’re bound to have many questions about your newborn. It helps if you have some idea of what issues come… Continue reading
Baby’s skin care: what you will need for it
Who hasn’t cooed over a newborn? There’s the impossibly tiny hands, those big eyes, and that super-soft baby skin. Along with feeding and sleeping tips, you usually hear lots of dos and don’ts about how to care for newborn skin. But the hints and tips are a little harder to come by as newborn becomes… Continue reading
Baby’s diaper rush and prevention
Causes of Diaper Rash The diaper area is a perfect environment for rashes to develop — moist, dark, and inundated by a never ending supply of pee and poop. But the causes of a diaper rash vary, and when parents don’t know the exact cause, treatments can fail. Typical causes of diaper rashes include: Simple… Continue reading
Your pressure is already teen
You’ve lived through 2 AM feedings, toddler temper tantrums, and the back-to-school blues. So why is the word “teenager” causing you so much anxiety? When you consider that the teen years are a period of intense growth, not only physically but morally and intellectually, it’s understandable that it’s a time of confusion and upheaval for… Continue reading