The dangers of teen vaping
Mark and Laura were divorced and raising teenagers. When Mark had his teens at his house, he would find vaping materials in their rooms and…
Category: Feel confident and in control
Parental homework has to end
After picking up her twins from school and providing an after-school snack, Jane asked her children to start their homework. She didn’t make it five…
Breastfeeding tips for less than perfect beginnings
All major global pediatric groups agree that breast milk is best for babies and exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life is recommended.…
Teen dieting may lead to eating disorders
Modern teens are in a difficult position. Thinness for girls and leanness for boys is prized by both the social media esthetic, popularized by Instagram,…
Is breastfeeding your baby stressing you out? Don’t worry, you are not alone!
Breastfeeding is natural but not always easy. Whether you are a first time mom or a mom with previous breastfeeding experience, each baby can be…
What does it mean to raise value-driven children?
Wouldn’t it be nice to raise children who understood what is important to their family and acted accordingly? Wouldn’t it be nice to have kind,…
Wondering what values are right for your family? Here’s where to start!
You cannot teach your children what you cannot define. Read more to learn how to label your family’s values as an important first step raising…
Being a calm parent helps children learn to stay calm too
Being a parent can test one’s patience. The stress of daily life and the needs of our children can be overwhelming at times, but if we let stress…
Tips to stay calm when everything seems to be going out of control
Being a parent can be tremendously stressful and, ultimately, anxiety can overtake us. Do you want to learn how to manage stress and anxiety effect…
Ouch! Helpful hints to manage summer’s insect bites
As the days grow long and warm, our families begin enjoying all the beauty of nature. Summer is a time full of outdoor activities such as picnics, …