Child rearing is an extremely difficult job, and many of us learn how to be dads and mums by observing our very own parents and thinking about how they handled different problems. However, there are those who have had bad fathers and mothers or did not have anyone to serve as a solid example. If you didn't have good parents when you were a child, you definitely don't want to utilise their parenting approach. But what if you do not have an inkling...more
Child rearing is certainly a challenging role for anyone, and if you're having a difficult time taking care of your boys and girls, it'll be extremely beneficial for you to use various handy parenting solutions. This article tackles different parenting solutions and the ways they can help you deal with your child-rearing concerns.To have a household that's working efficiently, you will have to have the ability to make your boys and girls behave...more
As a mother concerned about how the climate of our planet is changing, sometimes it's hard to decide just what to tell my kids about it. There's a lot to explain, and it changes as kids grow older. I don't want to scare them, but I don't want them casually wasting things either.What do you tell children about climate change?Younger ChildrenWhen children are really young, I don't think explaining climate change as such is effective. What is effective is to teach them to not waste food or other items. They can start to learn about recycling.Young children are usually great about repurposing things you might otherwise throw into the trash. So many things can be parts of various art projects. Sometimes it's hard to balance keeping things for future projects with keeping clutter out of your home. Once kids get the idea, they'll often try to keep just about everything you'll let them.Kids in Elementary SchoolElementary school is a good time to start getting a bit more into the details of why you want your children to recycle and not waste. You can discuss what littering and pollution in general do to the environment, and how your lifestyle can help.Be aware of what's being taught at this...more
If you are looking for a great vacation for the family, Washington DC is a great area with plenty of activities for all ages. Especially if you have little ones, there are many places and festivities to keep them entertained while you learn and explore the nation's capital. Here are some of the great places in the DC area that have special programs...more
Bringing up children is an extraordinary part of human life, and those who've had the chance to become mothers and fathers would understand how it feels. While mothers and fathers love their girls and boys unconditionally, they'll also deal with a lot of parenting challenges. There will be circumstances where dads and moms will need the support as...more
Today, childhood obesity is considered a serious and widespread struggle faced by many children around the world. In fact, childhood obesity has become an epidemic that has tripled or quadrupled in the last 40 to 50 years affecting almost 1 in 5 children. Children who are overweight are at a higher risk of suffering from hypertension, gastrointestinal problems, heart diseases and type II diabetes. Of course, on top of these health issues, obese children may further suffer from the emotional distress. Simply being labeled as fat, obese children can easily suffer from low self-esteem and depression.When it comes to childhood obesity, parents in particular are required to take full responsibility for controlling their child's weight and must not settle with the idea that their child will later outgrow this. A great misconception among parents is that an obese child is healthier the more robust they are. This is typical amongst parents who are in denial regarding their child's weight management issues. Usually, these parents only admit that problem does exist once their child's health issues surface.There are many factors that contribute to childhood obesity, from dietary...more
Changing child behavior affects all children, whatever their age may be. Therefore, it is extremely important for parents to be consistent when it comes to discipline. If parents do not adhere to the rules and consequences they create...more
If you are looking for the big brands of model building, you can't go past Revell model kits.You don't have to be a kid to enjoy model making with Revell, they make kits for ages 8-80!Revell have worked hard and long to gain a world...more
Once the painful decision to divorce has been made, your thoughts naturally turn to the welfare of your child, and by extension, yourself. Your spouse may be more than willing to attend to the financial support of the child or children, but that...more
Well, its back to school time again and many parents will be buying new backpacks for their children. It is extremely important that parents shop smart for a backpack for their child. Unfortunately, childrens backpacks are getting heavy with all the...more
Tennis camps are a popular activity that can be found across the country and around the world as well. While they exist primarily to teach tennis skills and encourage kids who aspire to become great players - or even future legends - they offer far...more
An extremely relevant question that many first time parents may be asking is - What can be classified as normal behavior for a child?The problem that is evident though, is normal behavior in children is usually determined by the child's...more