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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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191. Party Poopers: How to Handle Not Being Invited
[MOMS]
It's not their party, but they can cry if they want to. We're talking the dreaded odd man out experience where your child isn't invited to a party or gathering. It can happen to the best of us, but that doesn't make it any easier. Being left out is never a good feeling, regardless of your age. So how do you help your child cope? Well, here are some of the major pity-party no-nos. {relatedarticles}Don't ever ask a parent or child why your... Read More
It's not their party, but they can cry if they want to. We're talking the dreaded odd man out experience where your child isn't invited to a party or gathering. It can happen to the best of us, but that doesn't make it any easier. Being left out is never a good feeling, regardless of your age. So how do you help your child cope? Well, here are some of the major pity-party no-nos. {relatedarticles}Don't ever ask a parent or child why your... Read More
192. Mind Their Table Manners: Here's How
[MOMS]
When it comes to table manners, is your child more caveman than cute? Teaching your child the proper expectations at mealtime is one of those things you'll want to get an early start on. Your child is never too young to start learning. In fact, taking the time to teach your child good table manners will likely save you from a whole lot of embarrassment among family and friends. While there's no need to sign your child up for etiquette... Read More
When it comes to table manners, is your child more caveman than cute? Teaching your child the proper expectations at mealtime is one of those things you'll want to get an early start on. Your child is never too young to start learning. In fact, taking the time to teach your child good table manners will likely save you from a whole lot of embarrassment among family and friends. While there's no need to sign your child up for etiquette... Read More
193. Make Losing a Winning Lesson
[MOMS]
There's nothing worse than a spoiled sport. While you want your child to strive to be the very best, the last thing you want is to raise a child who pitches a fit when something doesn't go his or her way, especially when it comes to team sports. The name of this game is teaching your children sportsmanship. Winning isn't everything -- and that's a lesson your son or daughter should learn at a very young age.{relatedarticles} If you're... Read More
There's nothing worse than a spoiled sport. While you want your child to strive to be the very best, the last thing you want is to raise a child who pitches a fit when something doesn't go his or her way, especially when it comes to team sports. The name of this game is teaching your children sportsmanship. Winning isn't everything -- and that's a lesson your son or daughter should learn at a very young age.{relatedarticles} If you're... Read More
194. Get a Leg Up on Sock-Saving Tips
[MOMS]
When it comes to keeping tabs on socks, are you constantly at a loss? It may seem like the washer and dryer are consuming random socks, even if that isn't the case. The good news is that there are steps you can take to put your best foot forward in reducing the mystery of the missing socks. One maneuver is to teach your charges to keep their socks together at all times. As soon as the socks come off of their feet, they should be... Read More
When it comes to keeping tabs on socks, are you constantly at a loss? It may seem like the washer and dryer are consuming random socks, even if that isn't the case. The good news is that there are steps you can take to put your best foot forward in reducing the mystery of the missing socks. One maneuver is to teach your charges to keep their socks together at all times. As soon as the socks come off of their feet, they should be... Read More
195. Dive into Pool Safety
[MOMS]
Who says there ain't no cure for the summertime blues? You'll be hard-pressed to find a child who doesn't enjoy spending time by the pool. For most families, it's the highlight of the summer -- both fun and affordable. While it's great that you and your children are looking forward to a summer spent poolside, it's always important to remember safety first. Always make sure you adhere to these safety guidelines during swimming time.... Read More
Who says there ain't no cure for the summertime blues? You'll be hard-pressed to find a child who doesn't enjoy spending time by the pool. For most families, it's the highlight of the summer -- both fun and affordable. While it's great that you and your children are looking forward to a summer spent poolside, it's always important to remember safety first. Always make sure you adhere to these safety guidelines during swimming time.... Read More
196. A Pizza Heaven for Kids
[MOMS]
When it comes to cooking, there's nothing quite like getting your kids in on the act, especially if they're finicky eaters. Your child will have even more incentive to polish off his meal when he's the one to prepare it. In addition to getting a helping hand in the kitchen, cooking dinner together is also a great way to bond with your child. For a dinner that's truly amore, make tonight pizza night. While culinary veterans may want to... Read More
When it comes to cooking, there's nothing quite like getting your kids in on the act, especially if they're finicky eaters. Your child will have even more incentive to polish off his meal when he's the one to prepare it. In addition to getting a helping hand in the kitchen, cooking dinner together is also a great way to bond with your child. For a dinner that's truly amore, make tonight pizza night. While culinary veterans may want to... Read More
197. Top Parenting Challenges: How to Deal
[MOMS]
From potty training to breaking curfew, kids always find a way to challenge and sometimes completely frustrate their parents. As a mom, how can you cope with the curveballs kids will inevitably throw at you during their 18 years - or more - under your roof? First, gauge yours and your partner's reactions to misbehavior. If one is more lenient than the other, the child will learn quickly that it's easy to divide and conquer, getting a... Read More
From potty training to breaking curfew, kids always find a way to challenge and sometimes completely frustrate their parents. As a mom, how can you cope with the curveballs kids will inevitably throw at you during their 18 years - or more - under your roof? First, gauge yours and your partner's reactions to misbehavior. If one is more lenient than the other, the child will learn quickly that it's easy to divide and conquer, getting a... Read More
198. Shell No! When Your Child is Shy
[MOMS]
All kids get bashful or uncharacteristically quiet in some settings, but what should you do if your child is chronically introverted? Experts say absolutely nothing, if this is the child's true nature, and the shyness doesn't exclude your child from opportunities that present themselves, either personally or academically. Never persecute the child, especially in front of people, for being shy. Many parents explain their child's reticence... Read More
All kids get bashful or uncharacteristically quiet in some settings, but what should you do if your child is chronically introverted? Experts say absolutely nothing, if this is the child's true nature, and the shyness doesn't exclude your child from opportunities that present themselves, either personally or academically. Never persecute the child, especially in front of people, for being shy. Many parents explain their child's reticence... Read More
199. Kids' Fears, Demystified
[MOMS]
Some kids are fraidy-cats - worried and afraid about pretty much everything. For some, just the more common childhood fears apply. But for all parents, it's hard to see your child get completely freaked out about everyday occurrences. First, the fear of separation and being alone can worry a child. This can happen into elementary school, especially in a caregiver setting. It may be hard for you to do the first few times leaving your... Read More
Some kids are fraidy-cats - worried and afraid about pretty much everything. For some, just the more common childhood fears apply. But for all parents, it's hard to see your child get completely freaked out about everyday occurrences. First, the fear of separation and being alone can worry a child. This can happen into elementary school, especially in a caregiver setting. It may be hard for you to do the first few times leaving your... Read More
200. Has Your Neighborhood Been Offended?
[MOMS]
It's a parent's worst nightmare - a child becoming the prey of a sexual offender. Unfortunately, the sick individuals who stalk young children aren't branded with a scarlet letter, and by the time some parents find out that a predator has infiltrated their surroundings, it's too late. In the United States, a child goes missing every 40 seconds. And although 90 percent of all molestations are done by someone the child knows, at least 10... Read More
It's a parent's worst nightmare - a child becoming the prey of a sexual offender. Unfortunately, the sick individuals who stalk young children aren't branded with a scarlet letter, and by the time some parents find out that a predator has infiltrated their surroundings, it's too late. In the United States, a child goes missing every 40 seconds. And although 90 percent of all molestations are done by someone the child knows, at least 10... Read More
