Robert Paul BRACKINS v. STATE of MarylandCourt of Special Appeals of MarylandAugust 31, 1990 August 31, 1990, FiledDefendant, Robert Paul Brackins is married to the mother of the then twelve-year-old victim. On the date of the alleged offense, Brackins was at home with the child. The mother was at work. Mrs. Brackins testified that Mr. Brackins lived at the same residence as the victim, and that Mr. Brackins was responsible for the...more
Phonics is a word you are probably familiar with if you are the parent of a child who is beginning to read. In this article you will discover what to do to provide reading help for kids so they can learn to read with phonics.Phonics, whats that? Its the system that teaches the relationship between words, letters and sounds, which is at the same time complex and simple. Its the relationship between words as spoken and writing. What we are talking...more
This is why picking out a child safety seat that fits correctly is of the utmost importance. Unlike adults, a toddler has a very fragile body and their muscles are not completely developed and as a result don't have much control of certain body movements.That is why there are laws about having a safety seat for children and ensuring it is fitted well. When you purchase a car seat it will come with a manual instructing you on how best to install your seat.However, here are a few objective guidelines that should let you make the best decision about your car seat.1) If you're getting a car seat for your child, make sure it is the right size for their growth. Children outgrow clothes quickly, so a car seat is no different. Ensure that the child safety seat is the right size in relation to your child. Find a car seat that is a good fit which helps to keep your child's body pressed firmly against the back of the car seat, should an accident occur. It is this fit that is important as it will ensure that your child does not move back and forth.2) Don't just settle for a bargain - safety must come first. Expect to pay anywhere from between 30 to 200 pounds for your seat. Don't choose seats...more
In the first portion of this series I talked about the danger of living in a co-dependant relationship with your teenager who is using drugs. In this part of the series I want to talk a little about what that relationship looks like and how it plays out in the family when you have a teenager who is using drugs.Some may not even know...more
CHARLES A. MASLIN, III v. STATE OF MARYLANDCOURT OF SPECIAL APPEALS OF MARYLANDJanuary 27, 1999, FiledJames Waters testified that between 1980 and 1984 or 1985, appellant, Charles A. Maslin, III, subjected him to a continuous pattern of sexual abuse. When Waters was nine years old, the first incident of sexual abuse took place in 1980...more
One of the best ways to introduce outdoor camping to your kids is to plan a backyard camping in your own home. They will surely be so excited about the whole thing. Instead of pushing them to experience camping in parks or campsites far away from home, let them have their first taste of this kind of outdoor activity right in your own backyard. They would not be spooked by the idea of camping because they are in a familiar place. You can start by bringing out your outdoor camping tents and let them help you put it up.Next, you can even make a pretend campfire by using Coleman camping equipment. They have this easy to use RoadTrip™ Pack-Away Portable Fireplace and Grill that can serve as an outdoor fireplace and a grill at the same time. It is also a great way to introduce making s'mores while telling them funny stories. It is also the perfect time to introduce night sounds to them especially the hooting of the owls. They may not hear them but discussing it with them during this backyard camping will somehow allay some of their fears. If you can make them understand that they are natural sounds, they will be somehow forewarned about it and will not freak out when the...more
Camping should always be fun for the kids. You need to ensure that they would not regard it as a bore or as a chore. The thought of sleeping outdoors in camping tents would surely make them enthusiastic about this activity, and you need...more
Children facing a chronic illness endure tests, procedures, exams, as well as interminable hours either in the hospital or a clinic. Providing them strategies that are simple to use, engaging, and most importantly fun to do supports...more
Fashion always brings trends which encourage us to embellish our image. Teenagers are always aware of the fashion. They know what is cool, what better enhances your image. Sometimes they come up with trends that says a lot about their age, and other...more
As parents we love our children and we want the best for them. Yet, what is our goal? As much as we love them its to get our kids out of the house. Yes, we need to launch them into the real world. In order to make this happen successfully we need to...more
Wasp and hornet season heats up with the temperature; the aggressive insects get more active as the summer goes on. Unfortunately, this is also when kids spend the most time outdoors. You can take a few simple steps to protect your...more
By Alan Harper, MA, LLPMany adults are surprised when told that children and adolescents can and do become clinically depressed. We often think only adults have the type and severity of life stressors that can result in depression....more