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Purchase a Children's Sandbox and Encourage Their Imagination

What you need to remember is that your child is going to grow. Do not always look to the smallest as the most practical or the most economical, as the last thing you want to do is buy them another one to accommodate their growth.

Can a Bear Teach Geography?

I recently purchased my kids some of those "create your own bear" kits. I didn't do the mall thing because personally I hate taking the kids to the mall because it's worse than taking them to the grocery store!

Live-In Relationships And Pre-Marriage Sex

The recent remarks of the Supreme Court of India, on live-in relationships and pre-marriage sex, have raised many eyebrows. Like most people of my generation, I too was initially shocked. However, gre

Why Allowance For Kids Is Important

Allowance for kids is important because it is the only way to truly learn how to manage money as a child. The younger children are started and able to understand the concept, the better. Many times parent will discuss the topic and give some good advice but that is not the same as having to spend yo

Fun Routines to Get Ready For School

Looking for ideas to get your child ready for school? It seems that some kids are more ready than others. But even those who are confident and prepared can find the transition from preschool to primary school tricky and challenging.

When Is It Recommended to Get a Tutor For a Child?

Parents who are thinking about getting a tutor for their child should make sure that they have concrete evidence that their child needs assistance. There are four ways to see when a tutor is needed to help one's child.

School Lunches Gone Wild: The Curse Of The Mystery Meat

People have always joked about school lunches. Now they just freak out because everybody thinks the food in school is not healthy. Well, big surprise. It never was. At least it tastes good today. I mean, Pizza, Pasta, Taco Salad... who cares how many calories it has, it tastes yummy! That wasn'

Get Your Kids Moving With Toy Nerf Guns

The fun that can be had by infusing Nerf guns with every day games should never be underestimated. In many households these colorful toys of possibility are often unwrapped as gifts and then fired of for a few days with glee. Before they are lost forever at the bottom of the toy chest however, peopl

Help, It's Time to Get My Toddler Out of the Crib!

It's time to get your toddler out of the crib. Transitioning your toddler from the crib to a toddler bed can be a daunting task if you let it be. So how can this childhood milestone be accomplished without trauma to parents OR the toddler?

6 Steps to Get Your Life Back on Track

Last week Sara came to see me in my private practice. Sara had that spaced out, frazzled look. She said, €I want my life back. I am SOOOOOO ready for school to start.€ Sara is ...

Model Building To Great Family Bonding

Model building can be a great way for fathers and sons to create family bonding. This is one hobby that they can continue for years to come as they explore the different modeling projects they can do together.

Girls Just Want to Have Fun

The easiest way to connect with your daughter is by sharing a positive experience, where you both enjoy each other. Sharing a frivolous fun experience, even if it's playing with your dog for 30 minutes, is just plain healthy.

Perfect Flying With Kids In 9 Steps!

You don't have to be a frequent flyer to travel with children successfully! With these quick tips and strategic plans of action you can make any trip with kids a manageable and fun one.

High Anxiety

My third grade daughter is "testing" this week. This means that she is taking our state's comprehensive assessment exam.

Triggers of Depression in Children

What makes someone depressed is usually specific to the individual. It's never clear what will set someone off but it's important to know the warning signs and when it might be a serious problem. Adults that suffer from depression experience a variety of negative feelings, including sadnes