It would be difficult to find a parent who doesn’t want their child to feel secure and know that their parents would give the world for them. Security helps our children become the best they can be, and lets them…
Five Ways Teens Manipulate Their Parents
Almost all teens try to manipulate their parents at one time or another. If a teen begins to use this tactic on us and we allow ourselves to be manipulated, they will quickly learn that it is an effective way…
Buying a Wedding Gift for a Bride-to-Be
When someone you know is getting married, it is great fun to join in the celebrations. Buying a wedding gift is an enjoyable way to get involved in the new couple’s beginnings. Here are some things to remember when buying…
Are You or Your Actions Encouraging Your Child’s Attitude of Entitlement?
Without question, we want our children to grow up knowing they are loved and valued. As parents, this is our constant goal, and it is an honorable one. But what happens when our child develops an attitude of entitlement? How…
Are You Manipulating People without Realizing It?
It is generally our intention to communicate in the best way possible with those around us. Very few of us intentionally set out to manipulate people in any way. But when we want something really badly, or have our heart…
Eight Activities to Stimulate Your Infant’s Development
There are so many things we as parents can do to help our little ones learn about the world around them. Babyhood is a wonderful age where so much learning takes place. What are some special things you as a…
15 Summertime Health Concerns and How to Prevent Them
Summer is many people’s favorite season, but it brings with it some unique health concerns. What are these, and how can we prevent them? 1. Heatstroke Heatstroke can happen without much warning. To prevent it, keep yourself and your family…