As a parent of two teenagers, I can tell you that college is on our minds already and so are scholarships. I certainly don’t want my children to saddle themselves with huge student loans. They know how important a good education is and they know that means giving their studies full effort now. They also […]
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What To Do When Your Child Is Struggling In School
Is your child struggling in school? What do you do when your child is failing or getting bad grades in school? When your child does poorly in school, it can feel confusing and frustrating. You just know, “My child is smart but not doing well in school.” If you are wondering what to do and […]
Children’s Books About Healthy Eating
Most parents struggle to get kids to eat healthy. Children can be reluctant to try new things and that includes trying new vegetables and fruits. However, helping your child to develop healthy eating habits is important to their growth and development. It can also have a lasting influence on their adult eating habits. That is […]
Family Dinners: The Key to Stronger Bonds and Healthier Kids
Let’s discuss the importance of family dinners and celebrate the benefits of eating dinner together as a family! First, I will share with you some family dinner statistics to help get you motivated to make family dinners a priority. I will also share some wonderful family dinner ideas from Naomi Davis, the popular writer, entrepreneur and […]
When You And Your Partner Have Different Types Of Parenting Styles
So, you’re a first-time parent? Congratulations! You’re probably going through the entire gamut of emotions right now. And, because it can be equal parts exciting and scary, you will need quite a bit of support. Ideally, your partner is the best person to share in your every high and low. Sometimes though, disagreements about different […]
Preschool Pros And Cons To Consider
Recent reports have emerged that preschool may not be as important to academic achievement as once was thought. These same studies report that the children who benefit from preschool the most are those from affluent families; these being the families that can afford the top, private preschools. Does this mean that generations of children went […]
How To Teach Kids Responsibility
Teaching kids to be responsible is an important life skill. By introducing the idea that taking responsibility is rewarding, you can reinforce positive behavior and develop a desire to be responsible. Keep in mind that responsibility for kids is an important thing to tailor to the age of the child. Responsibilities should be slowly granted so that […]