Unique and Special Baby Boy GiftsIf you are invited to attend a christening ceremony of the choosing then you may need to pause yourself for some time to consider the Baby Boy Gifts you are able to give him. You may feel that choosing gifts for a baby girl might seem a great deal easier because you can find several what to give them but don't be discouraged. If you know what you are trying to find, you can easily discover the most suitable gift...more
Using Left Handed Scissors - Tips for Crafting With Your KidsWhen you're planning the next craft session, of course you want it to be the best time for yourself and family, and having all the necessary equipment ready will contribute to your success. But sure, sometimes it's tough getting everything just right. After you've made sure that everybody...more
The 10 Commandments of Parenthood!Parenting is one of the most important jobs you will ever have. These ten simple common sense guidelines will help you raise confident kids and resilient teenagers. They are the wisest commandments ever commended to parents:1. Thou shall be consistent. Do as you say you will. Children know where they stand when you are consistent. Follow through and mean what you say.2. Thou shall expect children to contribute (without being paid). Expect children to help at home but don't expect them to do so graciously all the time. Here is a question you need ask yourself from time to time: What do your children do that someone else relies on?3. Thou shall encourage regularly and consistently. Remember, encouragement and praise will get children a lot further than criticism and punishment. So, be your child's best encourager rather than his fiercest critic. Encouragement helps a child link his or her self-esteem to the process, rather than the results of what they do.4. Thou shall put responsibility where it belongs. Treat children and young people as you want them to be. If you want responsible, capable children then treat them as if they are responsible. The...more
Childrens Books & 10 Tips To Make Reading Fun!Learning to read can be a challenge for some children. It seems that everyone from a child's teacher to Mom and Dad and even Grandma is excitedly waiting for the child to learn to read. All the pressure...more
How To Improve Your Child's Self EsteemYour child's self-esteem is important, and you are the greatest person to help develop the self-esteem within your child. By simply being confident about your child's abilities and loving your child (which...more
Mysteriously, kids all across the country are staying away from their expensive backyard swing sets, and, in some cases, they have abandoned those swing sets altogether. The big question is "why"? Often, parents believe that the kids have grown too...more
When should I schedule my child's first visit to the dentist? When will my child be able to brush on his or her own? How can I tell if my child needs braces? As a parent, it isn't always easy judging the amount of dental care your child needs. But...more