Your teeth play a very important part in your personal and professional life. It enables you to give that winning smile to land a job or clinch a deal. Your teeth also help you chew food better so that it will be digested much faster. This is why it is extremely vital to take care of the teeth at early stage in life. While adults may have their teeth looked into by any dentist, your childs teeth need to be checked by a pediatric dentist. If you...more
With all the news about childhood obesity it is not surprising that many parents become concerned about their childrens weight. However, with regular exercise and a healthy diet you will have no problem with your children remaining slim, energetic and healthy.There has been recent research that has revealed that exercise helps to lower childrens risk of certain diseases. As well as having physical benefits, regular exercise can also help to...more
Many parents believe that child punishment is the only effective type of method for changing the behavior of their children. However, many experts disagree with this notion, and promote other discipline techniques instead. They argue that these alternative methods are more effective in getting your child's attention, or changing his or her behavior.What exactly is child punishment? There are two main types. Positive punishment is the use of an adverse stimulus, in order to reduce a behavior. That may include hitting or giving your child extra jobs around the house to carry out. On the other hand "negative punishment" involves taking away an enjoyable stimulus, to stop a particular behavior. Examples of this type of punishment removing your child's privileges, such as TV viewing or recess.The problem with punishment is that it can actually worsen your child's behavior, which is a situation you obviously want to avoid. In fact, many of the most common punishment methods used today are actually counterproductive, and could negatively influence the confidence of your children. Here are some practical ways to change your son's or daughter's behavior, without using punishment:1. Put...more
With the summer holidays quickly approaching, many parents and carers will be organising activities for their children to partake in during their time away from school. Dance is always a popular choice amongst both children and parents, and there are a wide range of styles available to choose from such as ballet, tap, jazz and urban. The classes...more
If you are choosing a venue for a children's party, safety should be one of the primary concerns, besides price and facilities on offer. It is true that a kids' party in Vancouver, WA would technically be held in one of the safest cities in the world, but one should never dismiss security issues out of hand when children are involved. You might...more
Are you tired of playing games, wearing masks or trying to be someone other than yourself, because you have a child who is autistic? You would like freedom to be accepted for who your are, without the pressure to be someone you are not, for the fact, that you have a child who is different than other children. How can you dare to be different?It is difficult at times to comprehend that your child has the disorder of autism. You may have other children in your family who are considered to be born normal without any disorders. This can be a real challenge, to be able to relate this disorder to others.You must remember, that your child was made to be a unique individual that is a gift to you. Accept your child and your circumstances as different and stop being insecure about what other people think.Dare to be different, because your child is autistic takes courage and you must overcome your insecurities. One thing I have learned is, if I plan to be successful at anything, I would have to make choices of not being like everyone else who does not have an autistic child. Ask yourself if you are a person who pleases people, or are you someone who wants to please you and your...more
Since it says in Psalm 110:4 and Hebrews 5:6 that Christ is a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek, I think we had better get a good understanding about this amazing man, Melchizedek. Melchizedek first appears in Genesis 14:18-20 in...more
One aspect of having children is that you have to have birthday parties every year for them, till they are at least 12 years old. And if you have more than one child, then you have to plan as many more birthday parties as you have kids.Planning...more
One of the most talked about topics regarding child behavior in recent years has centered upon "bullying" and the necessity to enact effectual child abuse discipline. This relates to child on child fighting that according to the American Academy of...more
Take an interest in what children have as interests, and try to understand their perspective, and you will get a better grip on how their thinking will shape their needs. This information will be instrumental in shaping social skills, communication...more
When you're a child, it seems all you ever want to do is grow up, when you reach adulthood all you ever want to do is be a child again, and an irony not lost on anyone. Think about when you were a child. Try to remember the personal effects that...more
"Saturday in the Park, I think it was the fourth of July." These opening words of a very popular song symbolizes what many people think of as a fun filled memorable summer day. It doesn't necessarily have to be the fourth of July, but that is the...more