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by Margaret Paul, Ph.D.
When we think of giving gifts, we usually think of things to buy for people. Yet if you think back on gifts you’ve been given, it might not be the material gifts you received that are foremost in your mind – it might be the kind of gifts that deeply touched your [...]
By Don Schmitz
1. Boundaries are necessary for control and safety.
All children need and must learn to respect boundaries. Being clear about expectations before an activity begins frees you and the child to enjoy the event and ensures the safety of everyone involved. If you observe the boundaries are being violated, don’t be afraid to remind [...]
by Kathy Burns-Millyard
Its baby’s first Christmas! How exciting! It’s a perfect time to start a tradition, like buying the little bundle of joy a special ornament for this holiday and every holiday to come, or you can just plain spoil them with lots of toys and fun-filled activities. Here are a handful of suggestions that [...]
It is the holidays and it is time to start thinking about WHAT you should get your baby or toddler as gifts. Depending on the age you may ask IF you really need to have gifts for your baby under the tree or not. Many people would say no, but if you really want something [...]
Whether it is the holidays or your nanny’s birthday you will want to find the perfect gift to thank them for all they do. It doesn’t even necessarily have to be an occasion that you decide to do something nice for the person who looks after your child, it might just be that you found [...]
Becoming a grandparent is an exciting time in your life. Depending on your family and its size, grand parenting is an experience that you are likely to enjoy more than once. Although each grandchild of yours will be loved, it is easy to unintentionally show favoritism, especially when multiple grandchildren are involved.
Although unintentionally showing favoritism [...]
Have you recently learned that you are going to be a new grandparent? If you have, you may be experiencing the normal excitement and happiness, even if you live a thousand miles away. Unfortunately, long distance grand parenting can be stressful and frustrating, from all sides, but there are a number of steps that you [...]
Are you a new grandparent? If you are, you may be interested in showering your new grandchild with clothes, toys, books, and other gifts. Of course, this is a natural feeling. It is how many grandparents react to news of a new grandchild. However, many grandparents wonder if they are crossing the spoiled line. Are [...]
You do all you can to recycle your trash. You sort your cans, paper, and glass, and have even eliminated most of the plastic trash that comes into the house. Yet there are still those odd items that just can’t be easily kept out of the trash can. What to do?
Easy! If you have a [...]
by Elizabeth Pantley
Getting kids to do the things that demonstrate good manners isn’t always easy or fun. But having good manners will help your child have better friendships, happier family relationships, and an easier time adjusting to the nuances of our society. No child is born with good manners. Manners are definitely something that need [...]
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