Parents

24th August 2007
"I can't take it anymore!" a young mother's desperate e-mail pleaded, "it takes anywhere from two to four hours to get my kids to bed at night and I am so tired. Sometimes I sit in their room and cry as I wait for them to fall asleep. What shoul...

01st July 2007
There are many instances where children can't attend regular schools. Or their parents will choose to have the children educated in a different manner. Home schooling is the answer that many parents and children have discovered. These home schools can g...

16th November 2006
When putting a product on the market it is very important to consider the potential consumer. Currently on the market there are drinking flasks that look very much like cellular phones. The problem with this merchandise is that drinking flasks are in most...

13th August 2006
Family Math Nights Seattle Schools hosted a series of Family Math Nights to help parents and students learn about upcoming changes and challenges to the Seattle Public School Mathematics Curriculum. Topics covered included helping your child with ma...

15th October 2007
There are many instances where children can't attend regular schools. Or their parents will choose to have the children educated in a different manner. Home schooling is the answer that many parents and children have discovered. These home schools can g...

26th February 2008
While some parents would rather avoid taking any sort of test that may put them in an unfavorable light or exploit them in a way that would judge their "parenting skills", the recent hair alcohol test, developed by a team of English and German scienti...

25th May 2008
Step parenting is a fuzzy role. Most people aren't real clear what's expected of them. Today, let's focus on some hazard areas so you can be sure to avoid them. People rarely have a clue what a relationship with a step-child will be like. It's not be...

11th March 2006
In this article I write about a parents role in teaching their child good anger management skills. How many times have you been shopping in for example a supermarket and witnessed an over-aggressive parent shouting at their child? This is exactly what not...

10th May 2006
Copyright 2006 Mike Patrick Jr, MD Mumps is sweeping the Midwest with the speed of a California wildfire. Doctors have diagnosed a thousand cases of the viral disease, and there's no end in sight. Those most at risk for severe disease in the outbreak a...

03rd May 2007
As the American Automobile Association (AAA) announces a new program to help reduce senior crashes and the injuries and deaths that result, the said organization is urging the adult children of older Americans to use the upcoming Mother's Day on May 1...

08th December 2006
Child support will forever be an issue as long as parents deny the desire to care for their offspring. The issue was brought to mind by a parent (foreign born) who wrote me a rather lengthy letter outlining the need to obtain child support from an Americ...

25th May 2007
Children, teens, and their parents are under more stress than ever. Lists of "things to do" and "stars to reach for" grow longer. More to do means more stress to manage. This advice about stress management for children may seem ironic but holds tr...

27th March 2007
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease. And, tooth decay is on the increase in young infants. So why, despite better health care, is infant tooth decay such a problem and wh...

19th March 2008
Saying goodbye is one of the most difficult tasks that people learn in life. Learning to handle separation is an emotionally difficult task that begins in infancy. Too often, parents and caregivers mishandle the child's transition between them, and the ...

08th September 2006
It can be very worrying for a parent when they are informed that one of their children is in debt. They often want to find an instant solution but can be unsure of where to go to seek help. In this article I give advice on what in my opinion is the best w...

08th November 2006
I recently had the opportunity to conduct a short but fascinating print interview with Judith Tropea, author of the recently-published book, "Classic Biblical Baby Names - Timeless Names for Modern Parents." At the outset, I was struck by a quotation f...

20th January 2008
All baby cribs that are manufactured in the United States must comply with strict safety standards and guidelines. These safety standards are continually being updated based on new information. Cribs produced since 1974 meet certain safety standards....

13th April 2008
Today, video games have become an almost commonplace item in every household, particularly when there are boys in the house. As a result, parents usually end up worrying as to what negative effects and implications these have on the overall development of...

13th November 2005
If you are here pressed for time and just looking for a quick fix to move your meetings from slow, boring and conflict struck happenings to efficient, powerful and meaningful gatherings, you can jump straight to list at the end of this article where you h...

28th March 2008
Have a master family calendar A master family calendar is a great way to keep track of everyone's commitments, appointments, and activities. Keep it in a central location in your house--perhaps in the kitchen or by the front door--and updated it regu...

21st May 2008
Many expectant parents are concerned about how bringing home a new baby will affect their other baby at home--the dog. The new routine and changed priorities that come with adding a baby to the family will certainly take some adjustment, but even more so...

14th March 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Kathy Keeley Horse showing provides an incredible opportunity for learning some important life lessons for both teens and their parents. Sportsmanship, competition, and learning to deal with losing can serve as the basis for signifi...

29th August 2007
Refurbished Laptops Solve Money Problems for Students and Parents College students spend an enormous amount of money on day to day living and school expenses. Dorms, books, and food alone will cost parents thousands of dollars per semester. Finding p...

13th December 2006
All parents want to nurture, protect and care for their children; however, it's not always possible for parents to keep a constant watch over them. That said, it's often when a parent turns their head that a child's natural curiosity will result in an a...

27th March 2006
Black Box Labeling Recommendation for ADHD Medications in Debate On February 9, 2006, the FDA's standing Drug Safety and Risk Management Advisory Committee was tasked for the morning to study ADHD medications to see if there was a link between the stim...

27th May 2008
Selecting a fancy dress costume can be quite a challenge as there is some many options available.If you love dressing up in fancy outfits and playing your favourite fabled characters, Halloween is your dream holiday. And there's nothing better on Ha...