http://www.guideforparenting.com Guide For Parenting is an online resource for Parenting tips, ideas, articles and much more to help you be a better Parent. Sat, 23 Feb 2008 07:55:57 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 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 ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/02/23/gaining-the-respect-of-your-children/ 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 ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/02/17/common-myths-concerning-step-families/ Keeping the kids occupied in winter can be a nightmare for mom when the weather isn’t cooperating. You can beat those cabin fever blues of winter by planning a slumber party with your child. You can plan a sleepover during the winter break or the next free weekend you expect ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/02/10/beat-the-winter-blues-with-a-slumber-party/ Self esteem and confidence are important aspects of a healthy and happy child. There are things you can do at home that will help to boost your child’s self confidence and make their self esteem soar. Make it a habit to talk about your child’s accomplishments. Let them relive the moments ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/02/04/how-to-boost-confidence-in-your-child/ The holidays are over, and it may seem like March is years away. The children have been cooped up inside, and the whole family is beginning to go stir crazy. There are lots of ways a family can beat those winter blues, and treat that cabin fever. Taking a vacation, ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/01/27/beat-those-winter-blues/ 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 ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/01/20/making-your-child-feel-safe-and-secure/ As if children don’t have a load on their mind, they have to carry a load on their back as well. Have you ever felt your child’s backpack? It is quite heavy. Your child has to carry that load on their back every day, to and from school and for ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/01/13/is-your-child-carrying-a-heavy-load/ 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 ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2008/01/08/how-you-can-create-a-happier-household/ Kids are always getting hurt, and injuring themselves. Most moms take it pretty calmly and have an updated first aid kit on hand. Other moms rely on methods that are now considered to be old wives tale type remedies. Learn the remedies you should avoid when it comes to treating ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2007/12/30/home-remedies-you-should-avoid/ 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 ... http://www.guideforparenting.com/2007/12/22/do-you-need-a-parenting-coach/