Advice for New Parents

New Parents Advice

iPhone Apps for Kids - Are They Too Young?

Posted 103 minutes ago

When the child is younger, you may decide on what apps would become preferred for him or her to use. In that scenario you might download iPhone games that are a mix of educational and entertainment apps. That can help one's child to both learn and enjoy the applications on the phone. You could furthermore go for iPhone apps that ... [Link]

Babes and Boundaries~A Gentle Parenting Perspective

Posted 115 minutes ago

Boundaries need to be established for a child's safety and growth into a healthy, happy person. A child who is secure in the knowledge that he doesn't have to fight to be heard or to have his needs met is more open and adaptable to limits. When the 'limit-setter' is a person the child trusts, the enforcement of those boundaries ... [Link]

Keeping Babies Contained and Entertained

Posted 3 hours ago

Highchairs, pack and plays, cribs and car seats, baby swings, bouncy seats and walkers, not to mention strollers, carriers and backpacks for hiking. What do all these wonderful things have in common? They all try to keep our babies safe and happy. Contained where they won't get into trouble and entertained long enough for the containment to be meaningful so ... [Link]

Give Your Child the Best Start In Life With Pre-School Training

Posted 3 hours ago

It is widely accepted that infants learn very quickly when they are very young. We all know that when young children move abroad with their parents they will pick up the language much faster than the adults. A child's brain is like a sponge soaking up the world around; it is a wonder to experience. [Link]

Coming of Age - It's Never Too Late!

Posted 4 hours ago

Were you welcomed into Adulthood? Did you receive a ceremony? Had a Mentor? [Link]

Christian Rites Of Passage

Posted 4 hours ago

There are several Rites of Passage that happen throughout a Christian's life. The Catholics include Baptism, First Communion, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Marriage, Ordination (optional), and Funeral Rites. Each of these rites are more thoroughly explained. [Link]

Child Support Hurdles for Fathers During a Divorce

Posted 4 hours ago

Divorce is a hard time in anyone's life, but when a child is involved, the emotional and legal turbulence becomes even worse. When the father is getting divorced, child support payments will often be discussed in court. Before the court appearance, there can be a lot of gray areas that can leave you wondering how much you have to pay, ... [Link]

Discipline Versus Punishment, How Are They Different and Why Is This Important?

Posted 7 hours ago

Did you know that how you interact with your child on a daily basis can have a greater impact on his success in life than any extra-curricular activities you put him in? Did you know that one, healthy, positive and loving relationship with an adult in a child's life can be enough to help her overcome all obstacles? [Link]

Preparing Your Children for a Move

Posted 21 hours ago

Moving is difficult and getting your kids to move with you, at least, with a positive attitude and thinking is already a challenge in itself. The thought of leaving and being separated from their best friends is a big heartbreak for them. Children fear that they could lose their current best friends because of lack of communication. [Link]

Songs From A Stay At Home Dad - The Newborn and The Schedule

Posted 23 hours ago

How can a stay-at-home dad be an effective father while pursuing a career? Knowing how to schedule your time is the key. This begins with establishing a schedule for your newborn. It is not as difficult as you think. [Link]

What Is Your Reason for Homeschooling? The Importance of Knowing Your Why

Posted 26 hours ago

Whether you are homeschooling for the long haul, or just temporarily, having a clear purpose in mind is key to providing you and your child with a sense of focus and direction. The good thing is once you accomplish your goals, you and your child will be encouraged and experience feelings of accomplishment. [Link]

Fun Team Building Activities for Kids

Posted 27 hours ago

Building a team does not have to be a chore. It can be a fun and informative way to learn about the people around you. When it comes to children, you may have to make team building activities even more fun and entertaining, in order to keep interest in what you are doing. [Link]

Hello Kitty Is Almost As Cute As Your Little Princess

Posted 29 hours ago

The endearing feline character of Hello Kitty has made a great impact with her appearance on a number of fashion items. Now she helps you and your little one make a statement, as well as have fun at home and away. Pretty in pink, the Hello Kitty Soft and Play provides a charming play environment for your baby at home. [Link]

When Your Child Won't Sit Still To Learn: Tips for Teaching Your Highly-Distractible Child

Posted 31 hours ago

Children who have attention and hyperactivity issues, or a medical diagnosis of ADHD are just as intelligent and teachable as any other kid. What's more, they have valuable strengths that often go unnoticed because so much time is spent managing behavior that their strengths are rarely nurtured. Since highly-distractible kids have a tough time sitting still and get distracted very ... [Link]

Why Your First Grader Can't Read: He Might Be Smarter Than You Think

Posted 31 hours ago

When it comes to reading, first grade is a critical year in a child's academic development. It is during first grade that most teachers define their students as emergent readers, early fluent readers or struggling ones. Unfortunately, it is also in first grade where common instructional practices are arguably most inconsistent with how bright children who are analytic in nature ... [Link]

Is Your Child the "Typical Student?"

Posted 31 hours ago

Naturally, over the course of my twenty-eight year career as a professional, private teacher and tutor, I have received thousands telephone calls from concerned parents. Often, after describing in detail his or her student's difficulties, a parent will ask "Is my child normal?" After all of the years that I have been teaching students of all ages, I still marvel ... [Link]

Using Board Games To Help Highly Distractible Kids Improve Their Concentration and Stay On Task

Posted 31 hours ago

Ever wondered why there are so many more kids with attention deficit issues today than there were 10, 20 years ago? One of the reasons is today's children aren't given enough opportunities to practice paying attention. Remember playing old school board games like: Monopoly, Trouble, Sorry or even Candyland where you had to take the time to read the directions, ... [Link]

Homeschool Record Keeping: Important Records To Keep for Your Homeschool

Posted 31 hours ago

Depending upon the homeschooling laws in your state, you might be required to keep a record of your homeschool to report to your school district. Even if you are not required to do so having a homeschool record book helps you to keep track of your child's progress year-by-year and helps you to become more organized and goal oriented with ... [Link]

Teach Your Child to Organize His Wooden School Desk

Posted 31 hours ago

As a parent, one of my pet peeves is finding my son's wooden school desk in a disorderly state. Books are not stacked up properly, the writing materials are scattered all over the room, and there's just too much litter everywhere. It often takes me a significant amount of effort to prod my son before he puts his things in ... [Link]

Make Water Safety A Top Priority For Parents

Posted 32 hours ago

According to a report by the WHO an estimated 388,000 drowning deaths occur each year. A third of child accidental drowning fatalities occur in or near the home - in garden ponds or other areas of gathered water near the home. Luckily there are a number of things parents can do to ensure their child is safe. [Link]