This Is What My Children Hear When I Say “No”
It’s a strange sort of irony that even though we spend so much time and energy teaching our children to communicate with words, they never …
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Parental dilemma: is it normal for a little girl to wear make-up?
When your little girl asks you if she can wear make-up, what do you say? I was particularly interested in this question because I have …
Here are 9 tips to follow when your child won’t listen to you
Nothing is more frustrating for parents: despite requests and reminders, your child won’t listen and refuses to complete tasks or follow instructions. Before losing patience …
Experienced moms reveal what they wish they’d done differently
I’ve been lucky enough to meet several moms. All of them have grown-up children. They’ve left the family nest. So I asked them what they’d …
To all the absent parents who ruin their children’s lives: what’s your excuse?
What the hell are you doing? Honestly, I’m really curious to know what your excuse is? How do you justify giving birth to children and …
Children take control when parents are insecure
Four families got together one weekend to go for a walk and take their children to the movies. On the way, they stopped off at …
Here are my 4 Rules as a strict and stern mom
My general philosophy of parenting is that rules allow children to progress because children know what to expect from their parents. And, believe it or …
5 Lies I Believed When I Became A Mom
If you’ve recently given birth for the first time and are overwhelmed by new feelings and the role of motherhood, certain thoughts may be running …
A Parent’s Guide to Crib Alternatives: Safety First
In general, a crib has traditionally been used as a safe and comfortable sleeping space for babies. However, in recent years parents have started exploring …
7 Parenting Behaviors That Create Empathy In Children
Children imitate everything their parents do. Even as young children, they look at both their mother and father and try to repeat their actions. So …