The subject of death and dying can be a very challenging topic for a parent to help a child understand. When a family pet dies, this is usually the first time a child has experienced death. Infants and children up to age three will probably not understand what the death of a pet means, but, can easily pick up the unease, stress, and emotions other family members are feeling.How a child sees others nearby handle a pet's death will have long term...more
For many people, a pet is considered to be an important member of the family. Losing a pet can, therefore, cause a substantial amount of grieving in a household. When there are children involved, special consideration should be made as this is often a child's initial exposure with death. In helping your child cope with pet loss, it is important to realize that everyone (including the parents) is going to be emotionally affected. You will need to...more
The most acne affected population is teenagers. Almost every teen in the world will experience at least one breakout of acne during their adolescence. The condition of acne depends on the individual and can range from mild to severe acne in which teens experience blackheads, whiteheads, and sometimes cystic acne. Also common among teens is body or back acne that can affect the back, chest, and shoulders. Luckily there are a number of teenage acne treatments developed specifically for teen acne due to hormonal changes. Causes of Teenage AcneTeenagers experience a period of puberty in which their bodies undergo a great change in hormone levels. Unstable hormones can create effects such as growth spurts, body hair, moodiness, as well as highly active glands. The sebaceous glands are one of these active glands and are responsible for producing sebum, an oily secretion that moisturizes skin and hair. These glands get bigger and produce more sebum during adolescent hormone imbalance. Higher levels of sebum and heightened activity in the glands create risks for the development of acne.Acne starts within these sebum glands when damage is done to healthy living cells. This damage is...more
When I first became a parent, I remember very clearly my mother advising me to "choose my battles carefully". It was her belief, and soon became mine, that when raising children, you must not put yourself in a position of "dictator". "Growing up shouldn't be a battlefield" my mother would say.Her words were always in the back of my mind as I was...more
Eliminating those additional pounds and areas of fat can be hard, but the slimming down process can be made far easier with the right systems.To burn stomach fat and get the tummy you've always wanted, you want to switch your diet. Eliminate alcohol, soda, and other drinks that are high in sugar and calorie content. Only one margarita contains more...more
Having a pleasant relationship with your ex may not seem possible. However, if you have kids together, your attitude towards their other parent could make or break their childhood. Here are some things to consider:1. The child didn't have anything to do with your divorce. He doesn't understand why you can't or won't live together. He would like to know both of you, and wants to feel free to love each parent.It doesn't matter what you tell your kids. You can say that the divorce isn't their fault. You can say that your problems aren't with them, but are just with each other. However, if you can't treat their other parent with respect, your words will not ring true to your child.2. You both should have incentive to work together. Imagine that you and your ex are surgeons who have to perform a delicate operation.If you don't cooperate, the patient will die. The patient knows you aren't destined to be the best of friends, but she is dependent on you to pull her through her difficult illness or injury.Your child is like the patient. She has to work through her childhood knowing that the two people she is most dependent on can't stand each other. If one calls for a scalpel,...more
It seems that for a very long time, to spank a child was equal to disciplining a child. The reason the parents who spank their children do so is that they want to show them that it hurts when they hit or they want to make them calm down, or they...more
Sinus infections in young children are just as common as sinus infections in adults. Unfortunately, very young children may not be able to express the discomfort that they are feeling clearly enough for their parents to understand. This means that...more
Make a Difference in Your Child's Maths SkillsPrimary school children are struggling with basic Maths and without vital Math skills your child will find it difficult to progress to more the more advanced Maths they will be learning in secondary...more
This article has important insights for you if you're shopping for children's watches. When you're considering buying kids' watch, a huge factor is their age. To a range of age groups, watches usually are designed as well as marketed in a unique way....more