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16 Dec Posted by Scott in Child Development | Comments

Parenting Adolescents

Parenting Adolescents The term adolescence comes from the Latin word meaning “to grow.”  So, are you ready to be an adolescent parent; or, a parent ready to grow?  The period of adolescence is a transitional stage of physical and mental change in a young person life.  Puberty traditionally occurs during the onset of adolescence.  Young teenagers...

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12 Feb Posted by Scott in Academics | Comments

Making Science Fun!

When you learn science you build on what you already know. Children need to start learning early, at home, so that they have a firm base of knowledge to build on when they get to school. As parents, what’s important is that we share the knowledge we have with our children. Science is in everyday...

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10 Feb Posted by Scott in Teens | 1 comment

How To Get Your Teen Talking

Are you a parent who’s having a difficult time getting your teen to sit down and have a conversation with you? Does your teen avoid your questions? Do you only get a one or two word answer or short comments from your child? Well, you are not a parent who is facing a rare situation....

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Moral Issues To Discuss With Your Child

Morality and Parenting Part of our education as we grow and develop as human-beings is to establish a set of beliefs. Many of our beliefs and character traits pivot around our moral values. One of the benefits of raising children is not only passing on our family history and cultural beliefs, but moral...

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I have Trouble Saying “NO!”

Does your parenting philosophy include the responsibility of having to make uncomfortable decisions for your children and family? You are not alone as a parent or an adult when it comes to feeling uncomfortable in telling someone, especially a child, “No.” More and more parents are searching for a way to tell their child, “No.”...

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10 Feb Posted by Scott in Childhood Stress, Teens | Comments

How To Be A Non-Judgmental Parent

Child do not want us to judge them; especially in a manner that compares them to other children. Successful parenting involves developing a relationship that includes open, positive conversations with your child. Ask your child how he or she feels about the situation that you are discussing before you state your feelings or present your...

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Helping Your Child Make Good Decisions

Discuss with your child that you feel he or she is at a developmental stage in life capable of making “this” decision. Take time to discuss the decision that is being considered, what they feel the outcome will be and what options are available if the decision is correct, or incorrect. Helping your...

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Building Self Esteem In Your Child

Self-esteem is just that… SELF esteem! Self refers to the person who owns or possesses his or her own esteem. Is it possible to build someone else’s esteem? Parents, educators and child psychology and behavioral specialist have all pondered that question. Here are some self-esteem factors for parents to consider. ...

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Enforcing Rules and Setting Limits

Television? Phone Use? Instant Messaging? Eating? Friends? Late Nights? Homework? Activities? Do Children Need Limits? It’s important for parents to enforce rules and set limits for their children. Youth surveys indicate that children feel more secure when parents set limits. Consider the following when enforcing rules and setting...

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10 Feb Posted by Scott in Childhood Stress, Life Skills, Teens | Comments

Discussing Peer Pressure with Your Child

Peer pressure is a tough issue for every child to manage. Everyone wants to have and keep friends. Parents need to help their child realize that peer pressure is a normal part of life and child behavior. Parents also need to help their child cope with peer pressure. The following brief...

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