Gaining the Respect of Your Children

Parents assume that just because they are parents they deserve their children’s respect. In our interactions with our children, just as with anyone else, you need to show respect in order to get it. Teaching your children respect by example is not difficult.
The Tone of Voice You Use
The tone of our voice says much […]

Common Myths Concerning Step Families

When one or both formerly married (to others) people, decide to join their lives together, a new family unit is created. This new family unit comes with its own special sets of challenges.  Whether the children live with you and your new spouse, or they visit on weekends, clearing up some misconceptions about step parenting […]

Making Your Child Feel Safe and Secure

If you ask most parents if they think their children feel safe and secure, they would probably answer yes. But is this really true?
Take a moment to think about the environment your child lives in. Is there constant fighting between the parents? Are all conflicts dealt with in a hostile fashion? Is there name calling? […]

How You can Create a Happier Household

Is your house a place of bedlam and chaos? Are your children or emotions out of control? Families come in all shapes and sizes, and there is no “right” way to be, but your home should be a place of solace and safety. You want your family to feel that home is the best place […]

Do You Need a Parenting Coach?

There is so much pressure on parents in today’s society. They are expected to work; both parents in most cases, as well as take care of other family members and the home and raise wonderfully behaved and well adjusted children. With all the pressures that face many families, maybe a parenting coach is just what […]

Divorce and Your Children

Divorce and Your Children
Divorce affects not only the husband and wife, but the two families as well. The ones who are hit the hardest are the children. There are many things divorcing parents have to take into consideration when it comes to the care and well being of their children.
Who Will the Children Live […]

How to Cope with Sibling Rivalry

Some brothers and sisters are the best of friends. More than likely though, they are also the worst of enemies. It seems no matter how close or far apart in age your children are, there is always some degree of sibling rivalry going on between them.
You are definitely not alone. All across the world as […]

Help Your Child Deal with the New Arrival

Going from a trio to a family of four can be an exhilarating experience for the parents. For the older child however it opens up a can of worms of insecurities and confusion.  Preparing your child for a new brother or sister is something that should be begun well before the baby arrives. Investing some […]

Parenting a College Freshman

When your child begins college, it is the first time they are going to be away from you and the home that they always knew and lived in, if they go away to college. This is a time when you need to offer all your support and encouragement and at the same time not handle […]

About Parenting Teenagers

Teen years are the most important aspect of child’s life. As your teenager moves into adulthood they are going to have many doubts, fears as well as hopes and ambitions. The right parental guidance in these times can shape a personality to handle life’s pressures with a lesser chance of breaking down in the future.
One […]