Water Safety - Part 2
Having a Pool at Home Having a pool, pond, spa, or hot tub on your property is a tremendous responsibility when it comes to safety issues. Hot tubs may feel great to adults, but kids can become dangerously...
Having a Pool at Home Having a pool, pond, spa, or hot tub on your property is a tremendous responsibility when it comes to safety issues. Hot tubs may feel great to adults, but kids can become dangerously...
Talking About the News To calm children"s fears about the news, parents should be prepared to deliver what psychologists call ‘calm, unequivocal, but limited information.’ This means...
Although news gleaned from television, radio, or the Internet often is a positive educational experience for kids, problems can arise when the images presented are violent or the stories touch on disturbing...
Ages 9 to 12 Kids in this age group — just as with all ages — can be disciplined with natural consequences. As they mature and request more independence and responsibility, teaching them...
Ages 3 to 5 As your child grows and begins to understand the connection between actions and consequences, make sure you start communicating the rules of your family's home. Explain to kids what...
How do you keep a 1-year-old from heading toward the DVD player? What should you do when your preschooler throws a fit? How can you get a teenager to respect your authority? Whatever the age of your...
How can a parent help to foster healthy self-esteem in a child? These tips can make a big difference: • Watch what you say. Kids are very sensitive to parents' words. Remember to praise your...