Are You Addicted to Yelling?
Do you yell more often than you like? Does yelling fall short of getting the result you intend?
Big Kids
Sleep-Away Camp Is Crucial For Kids, But What Is the Right Age?
Allowing your child to have the sleep-away camp experience is one of the best things you can do for your child.
Should You Snoop?
The temptation to snoop comes from the best part of ourselves, our desire to be helpful and to keep our child from harm.
Before You Talk to Your Kids About Sex…
Talk to your spouse, first.
Talking with your spouse about the values and lessons you want to teach your kids about sex is an incredibly important thing to do, but few people do it, because it can be uncomfortable.
If Not Punishment, Then What?
In my work as a therapist and parenting coach, I don’t spend much time advising parents on how to punish more effectively. In fact, I tend to tell parents that I am not a big fan of punishment at all. So, a parent rightfully asked me the other day: “Well then, if not punishment, what DO we do?
5 Ways To Safeguard Your Child From Predators
Most predators do not snatch children off street corners. Most predators get to know their victims very well.
Cyberbullying: No Escape?
One in five youths between age 10 and 18 have been a victim of cyberbullying or participated in cyberbullying, according to a survey of 4,400 children conducted by the Cyberbullying Research Center, an organization tracking the internet bullying trend.
Are You Walking On Eggshells With Your Child?
Does it seem like you are on constant alert for the next emotional “episode” to erupt?
Can We Trust Coaches With Our Kids?
Here are the two most significant red flags that a parent should pay attention to when interacting with the people to whom you entrust your children.
Is Your Child Too Shy To Talk To Teacher?
So how can you help your child when she’s too shy to talk to her teacher? Here are some ideas...
How To Help Your Child Be Less Whiney and Demanding
Is your child anxious and whiney? Is she demanding? Is he lazy and thoughtless? If so, then you may have created this monster by doing too much.
Six Tips To Protect Your Child From Predators
Short of keeping your children locked up at home, how can you protect your child from nefarious people who would do them harm? Here are some ways.