As parents, we have high expectations for our kids. We expect them to clean their rooms, help with chores, have good hygiene, and behave nicely. They want to be successful in life, and we want them to do well at school. So, shouldn’t we do everything we can to help them get there? Doing the …
How to Discipline Your Child in a Healthy Way
Positive discipline is an important part of parenting. It helps a child to feel good about themselves. It teaches them discipline and self-control. And most importantly, it helps them overcome any obstacle they may face in the future. Children must be disciplined through physical intervention. Every child is different, and every child requires a unique …
What To Do If Your Child Eats Raw Meat
Eating raw meat can carry risks of foodborne illnesses, such as bacterial infections or parasites, so it’s essential to be cautious. If your child enjoys eating meat that is cooked, there is generally no cause for concern. Cooked meat, when prepared properly, kills harmful bacteria and parasites that might be present in raw meat. However, …
Is Lining Up Toys a Sign of Intelligence?
Children that line up toys are experimenting with pattern recognition – an early indicator of developing intelligence. Let’s learn more about why children enjoy lining up toys.
How To Choose a Good Middle Name for Your Child?
A name is one of the most important things for a person. It is a sign that you are a unique individual with a personal history and individuality. The first and last name should be meaningful and reflect your personality. Middle names are an important part of the naming tradition. They can have a religious …
Why You Should Buy Graduation Memorabilia
Graduation is a special time in your life—it’s probably the first time you have felt like an adult and like you can tackle the world. You’ll want to celebrate the day you finished high school or college with something special. Are you graduating this year? If so, congratulations! And before you start living it up, …
What To Say Instead of Punishing To Teach a Lesson
Punishing children for misbehavior is not an effective way to teach them the important lessons that they need to learn. In fact, there are a number of other positive ways to teach children that are more effective than all-out punishment. There are many ways for parents to teach their children right from wrong without having …
Supporting Your Child to Play Independently
A child’s play is often characterized by imagination, curiosity, and a desire to learn. As they grow and develop, children need to be able to make their own choices and explore their world when playing independently. This is what has led parents to worry about how to support their kids in playing independently. There are …
How To Potty Train Your Child
Children do not always learn to potty train themselves. This process is easier if you have the right approach. You should be patient and follow through with your training plan. Many parents use books to teach their children how to go to the potty on their own, but this often does not work as desired. …
5 Tips to Build a Better Relationship with Your Teens
We all want to be good parents, but sometimes we have trouble giving our children the guidance and emotional love they need. Sometimes, we may fail to notice the warning signs of a failing relationship because we are busy taking care of our own responsibilities. These tips should help you build a better relationship with …