As parents, we should encourage childhood friendships. You know those friends that you have had forever? The childhood friendships that you made somewhere back in elementary school or middle school. The ones who you hung out with everyday. They knew your first crush, shared your deepest secrets (as deep as a ten year old can have), and liked all the same crazy things that you … [Read more...] about Encourage Childhood Friendships
Raising Independent Children Who Think For Themselves
Are you raising your children to have your beliefs or strong beliefs? Seems like a simple question but, the more you consider it and think about it, the more complicated it becomes. As parents, we tend to think we should make all the decisions for our children and almost entirely control their world, beliefs, and opinions. However, that may not be effective for … [Read more...] about Raising Independent Children Who Think For Themselves
Using Negotiation Strategies In Every Day Parenting
Lately I feel like I am in business with my eight year-old son. Let me explain. As he goes through, what I will lovingly call a “feisty” stage, I find myself bargaining and negotiating with him more and more. Sure, I could get mad and lay down the law and be upset with him as he goes through this rough period or… I could find a creative way to deal with it. … [Read more...] about Using Negotiation Strategies In Every Day Parenting
Teaching Kids Compassion And That They Their Efforts Matter
Your child's piggy bank can be a great source of learning. Piggy banks are great teaching tools for teaching kids about saving money but they can also be used for teaching kids compassion. Just imagine how powerful it would be for them to learn that their piggy bank can help stop child hunger! Just imagine allowing them to feel that they can actually make a difference instead. … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Compassion And That They Their Efforts Matter
Safety Tips For Playing In The Snow
Playing in the snow can be a lot of fun! Whether you're building snowmen, having a snowball fight, or just enjoying the winter scenery, there are plenty of activities to do in the snow. As “Snowmageddon” hits Nashville (and the east coast) of course the kiddos want to get out in the snow. Especially, if they don’t see it that often. It’s going to be fun… but not so fun if your … [Read more...] about Safety Tips For Playing In The Snow
6 Benefits Of Single Parenting For The Child
Being a single parenting is hugely rewarding. Sure, a lot of people think it is not ideal but life has a way of throwing “non-ideal” situations at us. We can either complain about them or figure out a way to make them work. I choose the latter. This may surprise you but, there are actually several benefits of single parenting for the child. If you are trying to find … [Read more...] about 6 Benefits Of Single Parenting For The Child
Five New Year’s Resolutions for Parents
As we enter a new year, I wanted to share with you five great New Year's resolutions for parents. Actually, I always try to keep these tips in mind - no matter what time of year it may be. These are called the LEARN principles and I think they make a great plan to help you improve your parenting skills. After all, we always have more to learn! Top 5 New Year’s … [Read more...] about Five New Year’s Resolutions for Parents