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Your Child's Self-Esteem and Self-Image By : Ruth Willms In being a work at home mom you are fortunate to be the primary person developing your own child as you care and interact with him throughout the day. You have the wonderful opportunity of teaching him the values that are important to you. You Could Be Pregnant If... By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. If you have been intimate with someone and have engaged in unprotected intercourse, you could really be pregnant. Before you make any assumptions, take a look at yourself and decide if you have cause to strongly believe that you could be expecting a child. Why You Should Visit Your Child’s New School Before School Starts By : Audrey Okaneko This article shares the many opportunities to walk your child around the school campus prior to the first day of school. Why You Should Shop Early for Back-to-School Supplies By : Audrey Okaneko By shopping early, you not only have your choice of items in the stores, you also take away a lot of the stress of back to school shopping. Why Kids Can Organize Better Than Adults By : Jan Hayner A childs imagination is a wonderful thing. They are paying attention to things we say and do without anyone realizing it. One little girl proves that, she comes up with a way to get the organizers that she would like to have, using things we would normally throw away. Why Choose Natural Products for Your Baby and Toddler? By : Carrie Lauth There is nothing in the world you would not do for your new baby, you want to offer them the best you have to give. After breastfeeding, using only natural, non-toxic products around and on your baby is one of the first steps in protecting them. When Your Child Turns Eighteen By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how to help your child make the transition from teenager to young adult. When Parents Divorce, Children Can Feel the Pain By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how divorce affects children, and how you can avoid hurting children by putting them in the middle. When Is Snooping in Your Kids Email Okay? By : Audrey Okaneko Kids today have the opportunity to have not only email accounts, but also accounts to many socail networks. This article shares the authors thoughts on snooping through your children's email and asking your children for their user passwords. When Breastfeeding Gets Tough –How to Get the Help You Need By : Nursing Bras If you're feeling frustrated with breastfeeding, remind yourself of why you wanted to nurse your baby in the first place, then run – don’t walk – to find the help you need to continue to breastfeed. What is a Secret? By : Audrey Okaneko Teach your children the difference between a good secret and a bad secret. Water, Water … Everywhere By : Judy H. Wright What one word best sums up summer fun? Water. I bet your favorite memories as a child involved getting wet, running through sprinklers on a sweltering afternoon, water fights in the backyard, wading at the beach, playing on the slip & slide, and skipping rocks across the river. Your kids will relish the same experiences if they share them with you. Waiting Longer to Have a Baby? By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Many women today get caught up in the corporate world and wake up one morning, realizing they have been delaying motherhood. It is not unusual to see women over 40 having children. What are the risks to the mother when having a child late in life? What extra step does a mother over 40 needs to take to maintain a healthy pregnancy? Using Lists to Prepare for Back to School By : Jennifer Tankersley Children are not the only ones involved in preparing for back to school. It is not simply a matter of kissing your child on the first morning of school and sending him off with a smile and your best wishes. There is a good deal more involved, and keeping track of it all is vital to a successful start to the school year. Learning how to compose and utilize a few well-designed lists can be a way to make sense of the chaos that tends to accompany the beginning of the school year. Use Encouragement Not Criticism to Help Children Improve By : Judy H. Wright Our words are very powerful tools, especially with impressionable children. We need to pause and think before we give corrections and feedback on what our children are doing. Unschooling - Brilliant Educational Philosophy or Lazy Parenting? By : Carrie Lauth At the same time, I worried that by unschooling I was being a lazy parent. Is that true? First, I'll define what unschooling is. Tragedy and Kids - Talking to Kids about Difficult Topics By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. In the recent months and years we have been faced with extreme issues of tragedy: the attacks of 9/11, the tsunami in Asia, and the extreme floods in New Orleans. It is hard enough for us as adults to understand these tragedies; for children they can be extremely overwhelming. But children do not just look at large disasters like these as tragedies; sometimes, simple things in their lives are tragic to them, even if we as adults don't view them t Tough Love and the Strength to Do It By : Marcia Chumbley Tough love and the strength to do it can be hard. As a parent or grandparent raising teens today, it can be difficult to know when to hold on tightly and when to let go and allow them to make their own mistakes. Tough love has been a hot topic in the media lately – the idea of loving your children, but allowing them to make their mistakes and learn from them, without bailing them out or saving them from the consequences Totally New Moms: Sleepless and Lovin’ It By : Arlene Pellicane Discover how you can enjoy your new task of motherhood, even with all its demands and difficulties Top Tips on Choosing The Right Nursing Bra For You By : Nursing Bras Once you’ve made the decision to breastfeed you will need a couple of essentials that will aid you in the process. To be fair, it doesn't take a lot of stuff to nurse a baby. All you really need are your breasts! But there are a couple of things that make make the experience go more smoothly. One of these must haves is a good nursing bra. Choosing a well fitting, comfortable nursing bra can help you enjoy nursing more. Why? To Spank or Not To Spank By : Nicole Calhoun We know our son is better because of it…and your child will be, too! So, develop your “love session” with your kids, today. Both society and your kids will thank you 20 years from now! Tips to Try and Help Your Picky Eater By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how to help make meal time less stressful when you have a picky eater. Tips on Getting Your House Ready for the Home Study By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. When you adopt a child a home study is required. The purpose of the home study is to evaluate the environment the child will be living in. This is all part of the adoption process. Of course you will want to make as good of an impression as possible so that when the adoption professional visits, your home study will go through smoothly. Tips For Preparing Your Only Child to Become a Sibling By : Carrie Lauth Having your second child is an exciting time, however it can also be stressful for your first child, who suddenly goes from being your one and only child, to a big brother or sister. Whether your only child is 2 or 10 there will be an adjustment period for him or her. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do as parents to help prepare them for their new role. Here are just a few ideas: Time to Daydream and Use Imagination By : Judy H. Wright Everyone needs silence and privacy at times. Many parents have their children in so many structured programs to "enrich" their lives that there is no times to just think and be. We should never become full time recreation directors for our children. Time Out for Adults By : Judy H. Wright Does time out work for children? Yes, but only when it is age appropriate (one minute for each year of age) and then followed by a discussion at eye level of why the action was unacceptable. Three Easy Children's Fitness Tips By : Amber Bishop Studies show that that obesity in children is growing at an alarming rate. It can be a real struggle getting a young child interested in exercising and then sticking with it, if it has not been a normal part of their daily routine. This article offers tips on how to make exercise an every day affair. Think Healthy When Trying to Adopt! By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Good nutritious food and a healthy diet can keep you going during the ups and downs of adoption. The process of adoption can be stressful and you need to be in top shape to perform and respond well. Often women who have experienced infertility have hormonal problems (I speak from experience here) and if we don't eat properly we can get cranky to say the least. The Pediatrician's Role in Adoption By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. When considering adoption, parents should always consult a pediatrician. Pediatricians with knowledge of the special needs of older children or international adoptions can be a wealth of information regarding issues that may arise with your adoptive child. They can provide vital information before the adoption, help with the decision making while in the process of adoption, and assist with on-going issues after the adoption. The Internet Offers Adoption Resources for African Americans Hoping to Adopt By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. With infertility struggles on the rise, more hopeful parents are turning to the internet for help in building their families through adoption. African American couples and women who are facing infertility are logging on to their computer to find resources to help them adopt. The Importance of Toddler Routines By : Rachel Paxton Tips for helping your toddler ease into a daily routine. The Heart of a Humble Parent By : Rachel Paxton Tips for being honest with your kids about your own failings. The Father’s Impact By : Nicole Calhoun No matter what hat the father may be wearing, the impact a father can have in the household has staggering implications. Fathers are critical to the development of their sons and daughters and can influence their children in profound ways. The Adoption Process Is a True Walk of Faith By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Adoption is a step of faith. In our journey from childhood to adolescence to adulthood we encounter difficulties that reshape us every day. As we face each obstacle, we begin to truly understand God's love for us. Most people considering becoming adoptive parents face challenges during the adoption process that can only be overcome through a strong belief in their faith in God. Teens and Discipline By : Audrey Okaneko As a parent you have many options when it comes to disciplining your teen. Read what one mom feels are appropriate choices for teen discipline. Teens and Bulletin Boards By : Audrey Okaneko This article offers several ideas on using bulltein boards to help your teen decorate their room. Teen Fashion - A form of expression? Or just plain old rebellion. By : Pam Sargant I’m busy working on a new image when I hear my 13-year-old daughter talking on the phone. She’s very excited because she’s going to a dance and she’s discussing fashion and makeup with her girlfriend. I sigh and go back to work. This is the part of growing up that I, as a parent, find the hardest. She finally comes downstairs and out of the corner of my eye I get a glimpse of what she’s wearing, which then gets my full attention. “You are NOT leaving this house looking like that!” I find myself Teaching Your Teens About Drugs By : Audrey Okaneko Teaching our children about drugs and drug abuse is not an easy topic. Teens need to know that there are many ways to cause permanent damage and overdose, including over the counter medications and perscription pills. Teaching Your Child to Approach Dogs Safely By : Denise Willms "Mommy! Mommy! Look at the cute puppy!" Whenever I hear those words, and the screams of excitement that follow, I quickly steer my dog across the street. It's not because I wouldn't love for your child to meet my dog, I just can't guarantee that it's safe. Here are some tips to help your child meet strange dogs in a manner that's safe for everyone involved. Teaching Toddlers to do Household Chores By : Rachel Paxton Even toddlers can help out with housework by following these easy tips. Teaching Teens the Value of Money By : Rachel Paxton It isn't easy raising teens in today's materialistic society. The older they get, the more expensive the things they want or think they need. If they don't learn how to manage their money at a young age, they won't be able to make it in the real world. Teaching Kids the Value of Money By : Rachel Paxton Tips for teaching a child how to manage their own money. Teach Children Good Work Habits By : Judy H. Wright When the family realizes that by working together there will be extra time to spend having fun, they will be more willing to leave old habits behind in favor of the new. Talking to Your Kids About the Tough Subjects By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how to talk to your kids about those tough subjects they start talking about with friends. Talking Ethics with Your Children By : Audrey Okaneko Children are faced with ethical decisions all through their lives. As parents it's one of our jobs to discuss ethics with our children and give them a base to help them make these decisions when they arise. This article offers some suggestions on discussing ethics with your children. Summer Skin Care Protection for Kids By : Amber Bishop As a mom of three little ones, sun protection is an important theme in our home. Especially during the brutally hot days of summer when there is little relief from potentially hazardous rays. Let's talk first about what sun protection is. Struggling With The Post Pregnancy Weight? By : Iva Malese Combined with a healthy diet, this is one of the most effective methods for weight loss after pregnancy but it is important to remember that everyone is different and how much is lost will depend on the individual. Step-by-Step Advice on How to Build a Successful Adoption Plan By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Whatever adoption you decide to pursue, be sure that you have done your homework. You will find you have fewer surprises when you know what to expect: the risks in some adoptions, time frames, and the cost variance in each adoption. With planning, you will be on your way to a smoother adoption and hopefully enjoyable journey. Step Parent Success-7 Easy Steps By : Judy H. Wright Being a step parent does not mean being stepped on or walked over like a doormat. It also does not have to be hard, frustrating and disruptive to daily life. Parenting is a challenge, even when you have known the children from birth. Blending families, past experiences, expectations, parenting styles and stages of growth can have an impact on relationships. It is easy to love someone else's children, not always easy to raise them. Starting a Teen Book Study Group By : Rachel Paxton If you're looking for a way to connect with your teenage daughter, consider starting a girl's book study group with your daughter and her friends. Spending Time With Your Teenage Daughter By : Audrey Okaneko Discover many ways that you and your teenage daughter can share quality time together. Sow, Save, Spend By : Nicole Calhoun Teaching your children about the 3 S's of money is very important. Simple Ways to Create Chores for Kids By : Betsy Canevari Are you ready to start chores for your kids, but aren't sure how to get started? Follow these simple steps to get off to a good start. Show You Love Children in Non Verbal Ways By : Judy H. Wright It is not enough for parents, step parents and extended family to feel a deep glow of love for the children in your circle of influence. You must convey that feeling into a message that is heard, felt and integrated by the child. Children need to be told both verbally and non-verbally how much they are valued for just being them. Show Love for a Child in 5 More Simple Ways By : Judy H. Wright So often we do what is called unconscious parenting, just getting through the day. It is not that we don't love our family; it is just that the love sometimes gets lost in the translation through poor communications or unskillful methods. Should Children Receive An Allowance? By : Audrey Okaneko Whether children should receive an allowance is quite controversial. Many believe that paying children for chores offers a wrong message. Many believe that allowance teaches children responsibility and money management. This article offers one parents view on allowance. Seven Craft Ideas For Teens By : Audrey Okaneko Teens love to be creative. View these 7 craft ideas that teens enjoy. Say Good Night and Mean It By : Nicole Calhoun When it’s time to get your kids to bed, do you find it is always a chore or a battle of wills? Rules for Respect-Boundaries of Behavior By : Judy H. Wright Do your kids think you have too many rules? Do they push the limits and boundaries of respect? Perhaps you have had similar conversations that started like these in order to teach respect for others. Role Models for Your Teen By : Rachel Paxton Tips for choosing role models for your teenagers. Remember Where It All Began - National Birthmother's Day May 12th! By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. The landmark day you became parents…. It's pretty clear that the day of your adoption was not like any other day. It's the day you became a mother, your husband became a father and your parents became grandparents. Your life is forever changed and no other event will ever encompass all you have gone through to get to this day. Remember Where Adoption Begins! By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. The landmark day you became parents- it's pretty clear that the day of your adoption is not like any other day. It's the day you became a mother, your husband became a father, and your parents became grandparents. Your life is forever changed and no other event will ever compare to all you have gone through to get to this day. Relax... You're Breastfeeding! By : Cerise Nichol You're a new mother. There are great moments -- baby's sweet smile and first cooing happy sounds. Then there are the tough moments - feedings at 3 am (and 4 am, and 5 am…), the first cold, and teething. But when you're breastfeeding you've got less to worry about! And less worries make life easier. Reap What You Sow By : Tammy Embrich We've all heard that saying..."Reap What You Sow." It's very popular simply because the concept if it derives from the Bible. "What You Do Comes Back To You" is an excellent paraphrase. The Golden Rule also comes to mind..."Treat Others As You Would Like To Be Treated." Raising an Independent Teen By : Audrey Okaneko This article offers a few way we can help teenagers prepare for adulthood. Raising a Self-Sufficient Teen By : Rachel Paxton Tips for teaching a teen to be responsible. Raising a Resilient, Bounce Back Kid By : Judy H. Wright How does your child handle disappointment? What happens if they don't win the game, election or friend? Do they want to quit the team when they're not picked to play? Quality Time with Your Teen By : Rachel Paxton Easy, creative ways to spend time with your teenager. Putting Children To Bed at Night By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how to help your child wind down before bedtime to make bedtime more pleasant and less of a struggle. Protect Your Child With A Password By : Audrey Okaneko The same way you protect your email account and your bank account, you should now consider protecting your child with a password. Prison and Parent-Child Relationships: Options for You By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. When a parent goes to prison, it can affect a child forever. In many situations, children are left home in a stressful environment or sent to foster homes. What can a family do if a parent is sent to prison? It is a difficult thing to have your family split apart in any situation, but the challenges of prison and family life are very unique. What do you do if you are the only parent and you are about to be sentenced. Preventing Breastfeeding Problems Before They Start By : Nursing Bras Breastfeeding is effortless for some mothers and babies, but for others, there are challenges. Even some women who have successfully breastfed before may have a new baby who has difficulties. It takes two to nurse, after all. Thankfully, there are several things that moms can do to prevent problems before they occur. Here are a few recommendations. Preparing Velcro Children for Separation By : Ruth Willms Do you have a Velcro child? We’re OK with Velcro on these items but we don’t want to encourage Velcro children. Velcro children are the kind that stick to you like a burr when you try to drop them off at playschool or any other place. Learn how to prepare your Velcro child for separation. Preparing to Go Back to School By : Audrey Okaneko This article offers several suggestions for both mom and child to prepare to go back to school. Praying with Your Toddler By : Rachel Paxton Tips for introducing prayer to your toddler. Praying with Your Teen By : Rachel Paxton Tips for sharing a special time of prayer with your teen. Positive Correction Changes Behavior By : Judy H. Wright Parents need to convey though words and gestures that we appreciate our children's efforts and improvement, not just their accomplishments. We need to make a point of noticing what they do right, not just what they do wrong. Nobody Likes Me! The Left Out Child By : Judy H. Wright Do you worry that your child doesn't seem to make friends easily? Does he give a message of despair and closed body language to others? Does he refuse to make eye contact or smile when he meets others? Is he shy or simply self contained? No More Naps! By : Rachel Paxton Tips for helping toddlers give up their afternoon nap. New Motherhood Challenges - What Noone Tells You - And How To Cope By : Nursing Bras Often, we're quite unprepared for the experience of new motherhood. While having children is a blessing, the postpartum period is one of adjustment. Our expectations are often quite different from the reality. Many women experience some or many of the following challenges: My Teen Hates Our Youth Group By : Rachel Paxton Thoughts on helping your teenagers find a youth group that is right for them. My Husband: The Super Champ of Dads By : Arlene Pellicane Why my husband the toddler tamer is my hero Mrs. Jekyll and Mommy Hyde By : Jennifer Tankersley I was driving to a park on a gorgeous day with my toddler in the back. I could not resist the urge to call my husband, who was at work, to let him know how much I appreciated his sacrifice to our family so that I had the freedom to stay at home with our children. Regrettably, all too often, there is another kind of day: a day when I seem to wake up screaming and continue to be loud, irritable, impatient, and unsympathetic with my three cherubic little angels. Movement Essential For Your Baby's Optimal Health By : Carrie Lauth Children of all ages need to move, movement is especially important in the early stages of development. Starting in utero, the movements of the baby are not just random movements but serve a purpose. They are called infant reflexes and may be described as written codes in all humans. Mom and Dad, You Are Called To Teach Your Kids Scripture By : Beverly Dixon As a parent God has commissioned us to teach our children His word. God has made a promise to us if we keep this commandment, in Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. Minimizing Temper Tantrums: Giving Your Toddler Choices By : Rachel Paxton How to minimize your toddler's temper tantrums by offering him or her choices. Making God Real to Your Children By : Ruth Willms Here are some ways you can make God real to your children. Making a Connection With Your Teen By : Audrey Okaneko Making a connection with your teen is important to the relationship. Get this authors ideas on how to make that connection. Make Friends and Be Well Liked - 10 Ways to Encourage Friendships By : Judy H. Wright Parents, teachers and other caring adults: Here are 10 secrets to assisting your child to be more likeable. Teach and model them on a daily basis and you will find your social circle enlarging. Limiting Screen Time For Kids – Why? By : Carrie Lauth Have you ever read the statistics on how much time modern children spend in front of the television and other screens? The figures are a little disconcerting for most parents. Are you concerned about your kids watching too much? Letting Your Tween Wear Makeup By : Audrey Okaneko Many mothers face the question about whether or not to allow their tween daughter to wear makeup. This article shares the story of one mom and her decision to allow her daughter to wear the makeup. Kids In The Kitchen By : Audrey Okaneko This article offers 10 no cook recipes for kids to make and eat. Keeping Your Credit Safe While You Adopt By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Security is on everyone's minds these days, and with good reason. If you're careful and take a few steps to prevent problems in advance, you shouldn't have anything to worry about in your adoption journey. Here is a the little-known fact that might help you. Keeping Up With The Jones Family By : Audrey Okaneko What do you do when your child says "but so and so's mom said yes?" This article offers 3 tips for answering this phrase when your kids use it. How to Interview an Adoption Professional By : Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. Regardless of the type of professional you are hiring, there are some essential questions to ask before committing to anyone. Most of these questions apply to both the hiring of attorneys, qualified adoption facilitators, social workers and private agencies. How to Help Your Child with Their Homework By : Nicole Calhoun Does all the homework your child’s teacher sends home make you wonder just what they’re at school doing all day? How to Help the Child Who Does Not Like to Read By : Audrey Okaneko Learn how to help the child who does not like reading through the many creative suggestions offered in this article. How to Get Things Done When You're Breastfeeding Baby By : Nursing Bras However, one of the so-called disadvantages of breastfeeding is the perception that mothers are tied to their babies or to the nursing chair all the time. Unless you're good with a breast pump, you can't just drop your baby off with the sitter when you need to run an errand or take time for yourself. What if she gets hungry while you're away? And how can you explain to a babysitter why it's so important not to give a bottle of formula while you're gone? How to Choose a Preschool By : Audrey Okaneko This article offers suggestions on questions to ask when considering a preschool and also discusses many criteria to give consideration to. How To Breastfeed For A Year By : Nursing Bras As research about the benefits of breastfeeding continues to mount, more moms than ever are choosing to breastfeed their new babies. The World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends at least one year of nursing. Here are a few of the most important things a mom can do if she wants to breastfeed to that one year mark - and beyond.
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