How can you not “become your parents” by lecturing your teen?

We all learn by modeling. Chances are you observed how your parents behaved, and you behave very similarly when facing the same situations with your children . . . and “become your parents.” Fortunately, you are not locked into those behaviors. Definitely act like your parents in the things they…

Terrible twos driving you crazy?

The terrible twos are a challenging time for both the child and the parent. According to Dr. Maureen O’Brien, author of Watch Me Grow I’m Two, “the central dilemma for both child and parent in the third year springs largely from the normal unevenness of the two-year-old’s mental, physical, and…

You’re Pregnant: How Can You Have a Happy Baby?

To have a happy baby, you must understand that while the baby is still in your womb, it is learning and programming it’s brain. It is feels the hormones flowing through your body, literally surrounded by your feelings and learning your way of reacting to the world. Granted the baby…

What are the results of taking the GED vs. Graduation?

Of course, every case of GED vs. graduation is different. Does the teen need to work to support a family going through hard times, or is he just uncomfortable being told what to do? Professor James Heckman of the University of Chicago researched students in Texas who had taken the…

What advances does a 7 year-old make in spiritual development?

Children advance in many different areas at different rates, but about the age of 7 they can reach new spiritual development milestones. Middle childhood is a significant age for the spiritual development of a child, and you will find important rituals in several religions to mark this milestone. Your child’s…

How can I handle the terrible twos?

The best way to handle the terrible twos is with understanding. Infants have a very limited range of emotions. Toddlers experience several new emotions for the first time and they don’t know how to deal with them. They have new thoughts, feelings, and hormones flowing through their bodies with no…

What should you say to your teen about drugs?

Unfortunately your teen will be exposed to alcohol, tobacco, and drugs in movies, TV shows, and the Internet, possibly from their friends, and maybe even from some bad influencers. When you see an opportunity, initiate another conversation about smoking, drinking, and drugs (you should have already had a conversation or…

How much weight should you gain during pregnancy?

When it comes to weight gain during pregnancy, you need to take into account how much you weigh before getting pregnant. Regardless of where you start, though, you need to eat healthy foods. By healthy, I mean natural. Anything packaged in cans or plastics is subject to the chemical issues…

How can you reduce sibling rivalry?

Competition is a great motivator, and sibling rivalry develops that competitive spirit. However, you do not want to have your children compete for your affection. If you have more than one child, sibling rivalry is a normal result of the competitive attitude of children to achieve your recognition and an…

What kind of discipline is appropriate for a very young child?

When it comes to discipline in a young child, you must realize that infants younger than 6 months do not respond well to praise or punishment, so just be the comforter-in-chief before then. After about 6 months, you can expect her to respond to punishment and reward, but most psychologists…

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