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How to Regain Parental Internet ControlIf you have young children around the internet when you are not there to monitor them, you may find yourself feeling a little unsure about the most appropriate way to monitor them or explain to them what your concerns are about the content they may stumble across. Without sounding like an alarmist, it's been documented that the average age of a child's first exposure to pornography on the net is 11 years old. Teacher Appreciation LetterSample letter to write to your school district to show appreciation for one of your child's teachers. Baby AdoptionFor most married couples, having a child can bring much joy and happiness. Unfortunately, some married couples, due to a number of reasons, are unable to have a child of their own. Top Parenting TipsTop parenting tips that will help bring you and your child(ren) together even more. Sad or LuckyGive a child a good start on life and allow them to find their talent. Great Things to do with Children During School BreakLots of great ideas for how you might spend wonderful times with your child(ren) How Powerful Is God?How powerful is God? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about the power of God. Children's answers are fun, sometimes quirky and often insightful. Because this article features children's answers, it's perfect for reading with or to children while teaching them a lesson from the Bible. Eliminating Bedtime StrugglesLearn how to help eliminate some of the bedtime struggles that occur with young children. Corporate MommiesCurrently there is a wide variety of mothers who have joined forces to commit themselves to their number one purpose—raising children. Some new-age mothers have become what are known as work-at-home moms. They are still in some form a part of the corporate world, except they are working from within the home. Empower Your Child To Succeed - Teach Him/Her How To Think Independently, And Say No(When Necessary)When can you truly say that you have succeeded in life? I believe it is when you can point to others around you, that have succeeded as a result, directly or indirectly, of your efforts to empower them to achieve their purposes in life(your personal success is subordinate to this). "Others" here will include YOUR children, if you have any. Look at it this way: If a baby Eagle fails to learn how to hunt successfully in the wild, in order to survive and flourish like its mother, it would die of starvation i.e. FAIL! There is a saying in my homeland(Africa) that "It is not possible for an Elephant to give birth to a Lamb". What this implies is that your offspring for the most part should be a reflection of yourself, especially in their ability to make a success of their time on earth like you have - or possibly better! This article offers parents practical ideas for equipping their kids to successfully relate with peers or older persons, without losing sight of who they are, or what their most important values and priorities are. Occupation: MommyAre you feeling tired and unappreciated? Have you lost sight of what a full nights sleep really is? Do you have a long "To Do List" that seems to grow longer as your baby grows older? Have you accepted the fact that your baby decides what you are going to wear—not you? Do you look in the mirror and see someone else? Have you constantly uttered the statement "There has to be an easier way?" Helping Your Children Mind Their MannersParents can help their children learn good manners. Learn what are the most important manners to teach your kids for every social situation. The Work of Working MotherhoodAs working mothers it can feel as if your life is constantly being examined and scrutinized. People are constantly telling you what you should be doing or how to do it better. There is a better way for you to manage what these comments do to your inner psyche. Good - Appropriate Touch with ChildrenEveryone needs touch that soothes and nurtures. The most important guideline in touching your child is respecting your child’s likes and dislikes. When you child is non-verbal, you will need to watch for signals, such as: wincing, squirming, holding the breath, or crying to decide if the touch is disliked. Any sign of dislike or discomfort needs to be respected and cease the activity immediately, without question. A Happy Family Begins with TrustNo matter how you think your family works, kids and adults both care about the decision making process. In order for there to be buy-in, peace and support in your family the decision process must ultimately be perceived as fair Helping Your Gassy Breastfed BabyThis article will provide you with some tips to help alleviate gassiness in your breastfed baby. Learning Games for KidsWith the advent of the Internet children have been exposed to a huge amount of knowledge and media. How can we best channel that so it is an advantage for our kids, rather then confusion? Learning Games for Kids will help you educate your child both about the world of technology and the normal everyday things kids need to learn. Are You Raising Bratty Kids?Are your children hitting and having temper tantrums when they don’t get their way? Are they unable to manage their frustrations in respectful ways? Learn about what you might be doing to create this and what to do about it. Only a Mother Has the Right to be GuardianLife is said to be the most precious thing. As far as I feel if someone deserves to be thanked for it that is only a female – a mother. In producing a child a male’s work is as simple as ABC. He just has to leave seeds into the field. And it is a joyful act for a male as he gets thrill and satisfaction in it. Does Your Child Forget His/Her Homework?What do you do when your child calls you frantic over leaving homework at home? This article offers practical solutions to help your child remember on their own. DOs and DON'Ts For Kids Parties - A Parents' GuideYou'd love to throw a birthday party for your child, but such events are not without their headaches. Kids expectations, the clown that did not turn up, the treasure hunt with permanently hidden treasure. All parents have party stories to tell, and I gathered dozens of them together to give you a list of children's party DOs and DON'Ts which will hopefully make your party pains a thing of the past. Spelling Games Parents Can Play With Their KidsThere are many spelling games that parents can play with their children to improve their vocabulary. Prepare Your New Kindergartner For The Big DayUse these five simple steps to prepare your child for kindergarten and to ease the transition into school life. Money MattersIt’s never too soon to teach your children about the value of and responsibility toward money. Here are some excellent activities to teach your children about finances, from your toddler who seems to want everything to your trendy teenager who won’t do anything unless it’s in style. How Can I Glorify God? (Part 1)What can we do to glorify God? Read how some children responded and what the Bible teaches us about glorifying God. Children's answers are fun, sometimes quirky and often insightful. Because this article features children's answers, it's perfect for reading with or to children while teaching them a lesson from the Bible. Ten Practical Steps You Can Take To Help YOUR Child Discover His/Her Purpose In LifeMany adults/parents today have a natural interest in - and love for - a different kind of vocation from that which they are currently engaged in. The problem is some FEAR that trying to make a change might require more effort than they believe they could possibly put in. Others worry about how to care for their families while making the transition – especially where it has to do with giving up steady income for a period(like I did when I quit a bright career future with a corporate multinational to start my own business). I have personally vowed not to let any of my kids suffer the needless pains of self-discovery I had to go through. Instead, I believe I should put my knowledge of what worked or did not work for me (it could work for my kids) at my kids’ disposal. Then I would periodically discuss with them about how they can adopt my approach or evolve a better one. In this article I share some of my ideas with any parent(s) who also want to help their kids achieve self-discovery. Can I Overfeed A Breastfed Baby?If you are worried that you are overfeeding your breastfed baby this article will help put you at ease. Keeping Up With The Jones FamilyWhat do you do when your child says "but so and so's mom said yes?" This article offers 3 tips for answering this phrase when your kids use it. What To Tell Your Teen About Getting Along With PeersAs a teenager it is important to understand that there will always be a certain amount of conflict and turmoil among your peers. This is because being a teen is all about "winning." Whether it is actually winning in some real competition, or just feeling good about yourself it is still "winning." By finding ways to help other win you bring joy and value to their world as well as your own. Choosing A BabysitterWhether you are looking for a babysitter while you work or for a few hours while you enjoy an evening out, there are some things you need to know about choosing a babysitter.The process of choosing a babysitter can be a bit daunting but it is certainly doable.Records: 1-30 from 959