Yes, like the Fourth of July we can break out the fireworks and celebrate independence when our child learns simple tasks and in turn takes those tasks off our “to do” list! Often times we may miss this celebration because we fail to see that small growing pains now, mean bigger mommy free time rewards later. Teaching kids independence may initially take more work but … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Independence- Why, When, And How
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How to Talk to Kids about Pornography: 3 Painless Steps
If you are thinking, "What? Talk to my kids about porn, no way!" Then you are like me and this article is meant for you. That is not an easy conversation to have with your child. However, I recently heard about Kristen Jenson and she is the author of the best-selling book series, Good Pictures Bad Pictures (affiliate link below). She makes the point that kids need knowledge … [Read more...] about How to Talk to Kids about Pornography: 3 Painless Steps
Parenting Tips For Bringing Up Boys
I have always known that being a parent was a tremendous gift and responsibility and that I wanted to do it right. When I experienced the miracle of childbirth for myself, my commitment to being the best parent I could be was made even stronger. I am fortunate to have both a girl and a boy and parenting them is my greatest joy. For the most part, I find parenting them both … [Read more...] about Parenting Tips For Bringing Up Boys
Dear Asian Mothers
Today's post is a bit unusual. I received an open letter from a reader who wishes to remain anonymous but who asked me to publish her piece. While this is something I rarely do, I heard her request and considered it as a public service announcement. I wish to stress that these points of view are not my own and that I think the sentiments she expresses are certainly not … [Read more...] about Dear Asian Mothers
The Importance Of Family Values
Family values aren’t usually something most people think about until they need to teach their kids a lesson in response to an unwanted behavior. But the importance of family values should not be overlooked. Thinking about what your family values are and instilling them in your children early, can teach your kids how you expect them to behave when you’re not around. Why … [Read more...] about The Importance Of Family Values
5 Positive Parenting Tips That Make Parenting Easier
Positive parenting is an approach that is built on mutual respect and treating your child as a person with feelings and the ability to think and make decisions. The positive parenting approach means saying good-bye to “because I said so” and instead, modeling good communication skills. The power of positive parenting is that if we show our children how to communicate … [Read more...] about 5 Positive Parenting Tips That Make Parenting Easier
How to Raise Responsible Kids
As children grow older it becomes more and more important that they become responsible, independent, and confident in themselves. We all want responsible children, the trick is how to raise responsible kids! Kids need a little guidance and a little follow through but raising responsible children is very doable. Today, I am happy to have Lindsay Jenkins from The Elusive … [Read more...] about How to Raise Responsible Kids