Enjoy Your Children and Parenting!

Today’s kids have a lot more technology in their lives compared to the previous generations. Bullying in the digital age is on the rise. Kids  bullying others through the internet through sites like myspace, or through text messaging on cell phones. Parents need to be the one their children go to when things go wrong. […]

There is a proposition up for voting on in California to ban gay marriage. Many think it will hurt our children, teaching them them that being gay is ok. Personally I don’t see the harm in it. I know a few gay parents who are some of the best parents out there and provide a […]

This blog has a good commentary about a book called “Parenting With Pets”. Having pets, well-trained ones at that can be a plus when raising children. Pets can help tach children to be compassionate, gentle and loving children. They can learn unconditional love as pets love people unconditionally. Not only does the book share the […]

There is research suggesting that children that deal with harsh parenting and low-income households are more likely to be bullied. It also shows that children that are aggressive early can be prone to victimization. Not only are these children more likely to be bullied, they can develop depression, health/mental problems and low self-esteem. Early preventative […]

This article talks about how some parents in Nebraska drop off their kids in a hospital because they cannot or do not want to take care of them. Nebraska has a "safe haven" law that allows parents to leave children of any age at the hospital and request that they be taken care of. This […]

Oral health is important and it’s smart to start when your kids are young so that they make a habit of it. If you’re lucky your little one will just want to play with the toothbrush which will make it easier on you teaching them later on to brush their teeth. Flossing can be a […]

In Today’s culture giving children what they want can go overboard. Of course we want them to have things and not to be mocked by other children about not having certain things. More importantly, kids need your love and attention above all else. They may not understand that, but they will when they become adults. […]

When I was a kid I walked to grade school, living only a few blocks away. In junior high I rode the city bus where the stop was about a half a mile away. In high school I rode the school bus or got rides from friends. In this day in age it seems parents […]

It’s never an easy thing to explain to your children. If they are of differing ages it can be even more of a challenge. It is important to let your children know what is going on, they will know if something is wrong. It’s ok to express your own grief while talking with them, they […]

Some may call them, "difficult" but spirited children are most likely to be able to walk on their own than being a follower. It can be a challenge being a parent to a spirited child, but there are some ways to make the job easier. Do what you say, being consistent and following through is […]