parenting

Book #Giveaway: Making Kid Time Count for Ages 0-3

November 5, 2013

When we become parents, we know our job is incredibly important. We know we’ll play a critical role in shaping our children, their personalities, likes and […]

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Confessions of an alcoholic mom: Telling my kids

October 29, 2013

By Kathleen Scott* When I introduce myself from here on out, I’m supposed to say, “Hi, my name is ____________, and I’m an alcoholic.” That’s […]

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5 Tips for communicating with your toddler

October 25, 2013

Toddlers can be challenging, but understanding why they act and react as they do can make the daily interactions with one far more pleasant and productive. […]

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Youth sports: The roles of parents, coaches and players

September 20, 2013

A team and its success is much like a three legged stool composed of parents, coaches, and players. If one leg is broken, the stool […]

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7 Ways to ease your child’s transition back to school

August 12, 2013

By Steve Reifman The process of transitioning back to school at the conclusion of summer vacation can be very difficult for children. There are many […]

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What’s your toddler really thinking?

July 17, 2013

Kids may say the darndest things, but toddlers seem to have the market cornered on defiant expressions of opinion. Your once sweet, but inarticulate, baby turns […]

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5 Issues parents worry about that don’t matter

June 12, 2013

I sometimes think when an obstetric nurse hands the rapturous parents their beautiful newborn child, another nurse should be sticking a twenty-year prescription for Xanax […]

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3 Tips for better communication with your teen

May 23, 2013

By Jerry Weichman, Ph.D. Parent: “How was your day?” Teen: “Good.” Parent: “What did you do today?” Teen: “Nothing.” Does that sound like a recent […]

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