School’s out and summer is finally here. No doubt your teens are excited for the break but in a couple of weeks they’ll be bored and looking for something to do. Helping your teen come up with creative ways to make money this summer will not only teach them responsibility and great financial lessons; it will keep them busy doing something they’ll enjoy. They can stay busy, … [Read more...] about 5 Ways For Teens To Earn Money
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How To Limit Screen Time For Kids (Without The Whining)
In this ever increasing digital age, parents have a tough job navigating it all for the first time. I am often thankful that I didn't grow up in the age of cell phones and tablets. Our kids have so much information available at their fingertips and in a way that is a huge blessing but it is also a huge challenge. As parents we have to make them pull their eyes off the screen … [Read more...] about How To Limit Screen Time For Kids (Without The Whining)
Emotional Development in Children
I think it is easy to forget that knowing what emotion we are experiencing and why we are experiencing it is not a given. As a parent, we often run into sharp reminders of this with toddlers who can seem so unreasonable when they don't manage their emotions. Emotional development in children is a very important aspect to their learning process, but what does it mean and how … [Read more...] about Emotional Development in Children
Quick Good Parenting Skills Quiz To Keep You On Track
Being a parent can be hard work- it is so rewarding but sometimes very challenging! You worry about all the things you’re doing wrong and rarely notice the things you’re doing right. Developing good parenting skills isn’t hard and most of they time they come easily right from your heart. Loving your child and acting in a loving manner toward your child is more than half the … [Read more...] about Quick Good Parenting Skills Quiz To Keep You On Track
Teaching Kids Independence- Why, When, And How
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
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