Archive for the 'Parenting' Category

Why Is Sport Such A Great Outlet for Teenagers? Posted By : Donald Saunders

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Whether your teenagers are sports oriented or not it is important to encourage them to participate in sports at some level and we look at just why this is so important today.
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Money Management for Kids

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Is an allowance for kids sound teaching methods for money management? There are many ways to establish an allowance. You must pick what works for you and your child.
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Gearing Up for the Water Slide Season Posted By : Jay Sanders

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Summer is the time to take out the water slides and take the cover off the indoor pools. It is the season when everybody can run under the sun and then dive into the swimming pool if the heat gets a little too hard to bear.
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Peak Oil Parenting - Back to the Future Style

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Last week, I talked about how society looks at children and how that in turn creates the parenting methods in use. This week, I want to concentrate on peak oil and the upside of the coming transition. Too often, we dwell on the negative and although many of the changes may be difficult to contend […]

Happy Fathers Day

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

A special day for father. A day to pay him Tribute .
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Child Custody Plan - Committing to What’s Best For Your Child

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

The best way for child custody to work out for both parents and, of course, the children, is to agree on a child custody plan. In this plan both parents agree on how they want responsibilities to be divided among each other and how activities are to be scheduled. That way you can plan your […]

Show the Ones You Love Your Best

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Why do we, at times, treat strangers nicer than we treat our loved ones? We tend to find a comfort zone and can occasionally forget to make the extra effort to treat our loved ones as they deserve.
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Bullies Need Love Too

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Children’s personalities are shaped by emotional events created by their environment, just like ours are. There is a bullying key to changing a child’s bullying behaviour. Deep inside, bullies feel that interacting with others through bullying is far less painful than interacting with them as themselves.
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Homework Solutions

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Homework solutions to avoid the evening battle can be simple and actually fun. Also, try some printable worksheets to keep table-time learning fun.
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Help With Homework Posted By : Chris Lowrey

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Homework solutions to avoid the evening battle can be simple and actually fun. Also, try some printable worksheets to keep table-time learning fun.
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Appreciate The Ones You Love The Most Posted By : Chris Lowrey

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Why do we, at times, treat strangers nicer than we treat our loved ones? We tend to find a comfort zone and can occasionally forget to make the extra effort to treat our loved ones as they deserve.
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Technology - Helping Or Diminishing Children

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

There are many pros and cons of children having cell phones, video games, television, iPods, the internet and so on. After doing some research, I have found many suggestions to modern technology.
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Selecting a Safe School

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

How safe is your child’s school? Find out what to look for in a school and minimize violence or bullying against your child.
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Finding More Mom Time

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

What Mom hasn’t dreamed about having more time to herself? Moms are great at organizing their time each day to make sure that the household runs smoothly and the children’s needs are met; but they lack in the simple skill of setting time aside just for them.Without their own “Me”…
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Child’s Furniture Makes Them Sick

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Does your baby get restless, cranky, or have unexpected illness and allergies? It may not be your child’s fault, but may be caused by the furniture in their room. Modern furniture has many synthetic components, some of which could be toxic. Several government agencies are passing laws to reduce this threat. What can you do […]

Enjoy The Stars In The Night Sky With Your Children Posted By : Chris Lowrey

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

As parent and child begin their journey of the solar system, remember, it is suppose to be fun. There are so many stars in the sky that you might want to start simple and build your way. Astronomy for kids does not need to be confusing or intimidating. It can simply be […]

What Makes a Good Parent?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

In this article I will be writing about what I believe makes a good parent. I am the father of a seven year old boy and a step-father to a fourteen year old girl. I am the first to admit that I am far from a perfect parent, I have however learnt a great deal […]

How to Pick the Perfect Summer Camp For Your Kids

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Going off to Summer camp for the first time is a huge developmental milestone in your child’s life. This could be the first time in their young lives that they have ever been away from the safety of home and family. For parents it can also be an important and nerve wracking time. […]

What Are Nappy Cakes or Diaper Cakes and Why Are They so Popular?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

In recent years there has a been a strong trend to individualize baby gifts Whether the gift is for a baby shower or given to celebrate the birth of a newborn, the search is on to get something expressive that really conveys the uniqueness of a special new life entering the worldCouple that with the […]

5 Important Strategies to Teach Your Children

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

There are so many values parents want to pass on to their children. Here is a list of 5 that will assist them to see the joy the world has to offer.
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Empty Nest Conflict

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

I’ve always heard about the “Empty Nest Syndrome”, (when your kids leave home) but personally was looking forward to the freedom and renewal that would be mine once the kids were out on their own. Being divorced and having to support myself didn’t allow much time to think about being lonely , so as much […]

Children and Grief

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

I have three boys who were 11, 18 and 19 when their father died from cancer. They all reacted differently to this loss, and many times I felt at a loss myself in trying to determine the best way to help them through their grief.
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Piano Lessons For Children - the Best Age to Start

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Piano lessons can be a fantastic boost to a young persons development and esteem. How young, however, should parents start piano lessons for children?
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An Introduction to Peak Oil and It’s Effects on Parenting

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

I’m sure if you’re like me you’ve been feeling the pain at the pump recently and have noticed that the number of grocery bags you come out of the store with doesn’t quite match the amount of money that seems to have exited your purse. Whether it’s for food or simply to allow us to […]

How to pick the Right Summer Camp for your Child Posted By : Lemon Dingo

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Going off to Summer camp for the first time is a huge developmental milestone in your child’s life. This could be the first time in their young lives that they have ever been away from the safety of home and family. For parents it can also be an important and nerve wracking time. It means […]

Valuing Others: Reflections on an Incident in a Kindergarten Classroom Posted By : Nicole Beurkens, M.Ed.

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

A teacher in Florida asked her students to judge an autistic classmate. The news has mostly focused on the autistic child, but what about the class? What we teach our children about others, affects how they value themselves.
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The 4 Agreements of Teaching Kids Financial Abundance

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Some parents want to pass along positive, abundance-centered money beliefs to their children. Recently, more and more parents are becoming aware that their negative money beliefs and baggage have resulted in their lives being filled with financial problems. Maybe you have learned this from spiritual teachings that are in alignment with abundance, law of attraction […]

Goal Setting

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

We all need a little help setting goals. These tips are fun for the entire family and will establish a pattern for setting goal and achieving them!
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We Chocolate Lovers Can Now Say “i Told You So.”

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

There are many of us that are truly loyal to our chocolate and yet don’t know its origin much less the honest health benefits (not just the ones we make up). If we are going to defend our blessed chocolate, we should at least know the history of chocolate and why it makes our […]

Valuing Others - Reflections on an Incident in a Kindergarten Classroom

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

teacher in Florida asked her students to judge an autistic classmate. The news has mostly focused on the autistic child, but what about the class? What we teach our children about others, affects how they value themselves.
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Single Parenting Problems - Mothers As Single Parents In USA

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Single mothers face a lot of problems while bringing up children in USA. Financial problems being the most important as ex-husband may not pay the court order money for child support. These mothers may not be able to do a full time job as a result they may not be…
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Baby Names Inspired by Hit Songs

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Hit songs can take a name out of obscurity and into the lime light. Many names because extremely popular soon after being used in hits by popular. After all, a name that is worth writing songs about is sure to have a great appeal to many.
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Family Dinner Ideas Posted By : Chris Lowrey

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Plan a night filled with family fun games with this uniuqe family dinner idea. This is perfect for a family party that can be repeated on a regular basis and enjoyed by the entire family.
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Minnesota Nurse Chooses To Stay At Home And Work Posted By : Brandi

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Do you desire to stay at home with your kids, but have been a nurse for so long that you don’t think you can do anything else? Are you tired of the nursing shortage and working holidays, weekend and night shifts? There are many options for nurses to work from home. Your […]

Build Self Esteem While Teaching Your Child to Self-Advocate

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

All parents want their children to respect authority, but what do we do when our children are unjustly accused? Building self esteem is very important and goes hand-in-hand with teaching our children to self-advocate.
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Allowance For Kids? Posted By : Chris Lowrey

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Is an allowance for kids sound teaching methods for money management? There are many ways to establish an allowance. You must pick what works for you and your child.
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Homework Help

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Homework solutions to avoid the evening battle can be simple and actually fun. Also, try some printable worksheets to keep table-time learning fun.
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Why They Take Things Out on You

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Ever sit down or have a talk and your family member either doesn’t listen or is very defensive? Here’s why…
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Online Options For Your Tutoring Needs

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Hire someone privately or go to a learning center? What about multiple subjects? Who will be home when the tutor is here? Who will drive the kids to the learning center? There are a few innovative companies out there that are answering these questions and more thanks to the internet and […]

Hollywood and Soap Operas Inspire Great Baby Names

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

American pop culture has spilled across borders and continents, and being more American for many means carrying a bit of the royal status. In addition, television and movies have become an increasing influence on everyday life. Take the UK for example.
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Child Toy Safety

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Child toy safety tips for parents. Avoiding common toy dangers.
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The Joy of Reading

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Family time is precious with busy families. Make reading with your child a priority. Show them the true joy a book can bring. But, you have to start young.
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Enjoy the Stars in the Night Sky With Your Children

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

As parent and child begin their journey of the solar system, remember, it is suppose to be fun. There are so many stars in the sky that you might want to start simple and build your way. Astronomy for kids does not need to be confusing or intimidating. It can simply be […]

Coming Home From School, Best Part of the Day?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

I wrote this article for all parents, guardians and grandparents. This is just a small article about children coming home from school, about conversations, about learning, about attitudes, and about communications. Hope you enjoy this article for all moms, grandparents, dads, and other relatives and guardians of children.
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Managing Child Behavior Problems - 7 Dont’s in Behavior of Children

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Are you having problems managing child behavior problems? This isn’t easy using positive discipline helps a lot. Use these 7 don’ts to learn what not to do and implement the opposite.
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Treat the Ones You Love Lovingly

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Why do we, at times, treat strangers nicer than we treat our loved ones? We tend to find a comfort zone and can occasionally forget to make the extra effort to treat our loved ones as they deserve.
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Be Careful What You Wish For, You Just Might Get It!

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Raising healthy, happy kids is a balancing act. We want them to feel special and important but we don’t want them to think they are the only one special in the world. Children need a balance of self-worth while valuing others. Parenting advice on teaching involvement and compassion.
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Step-parent… a Really Tough Job

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

To discover the strengths of a blended family requires commitment and patience. When accomplished, the treasure of a loving family is well worth the journey. Co-parenting is crucial though and quite different than anything you would have expected.
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Nutritional Supplements? Yes or No?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Do kids need vitamins? Or, is the food we feed them enough? Whether to give your kids a multi vitamin for their growth and development is dependant upon their healthy eating habits, age and gender.
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Beat Those Gas Prices by Trimming Back on Other Areas of Your Budget

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

With gas prices going up nearly every single day, almost everyone is beginning to feel the pinch. Although looking for the lowest gas price before filling up is our best solution to saving incrementally, we will ultimately need to buy a fuel efficient vehicle and/or come up with creative ways to trim back on other […]

Giving Up Cable Television

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

How to save money and keep your family close– cut out cable.
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Moments Together: Engaging our Children in Everyday Life

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Letting technology distract you? Follow these tips and try not to miss out on the little moments with your children.
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How to Please Your Picky Eater

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

We all are aware of the fact that, healthy and varied diet is important for the proper growth of a child. But what if your child is a picky eater? Mothers of such children often find it difficult to make their children taste something new and different. But now you need not have to […]

How Can You Tell If Your Child is an Indigo Child?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Learn how to unravel the mystery of this new generation, now dubbed the Indigo Child. Parents can discover what this term actually means, and unlock the secret for effective communication and motivation of the indigo child.
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My Husband: the Super Champ of Dads

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Why my husband the toddler tamer is my hero
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Although We Grow Up, Sometimes our Feelings Don’t

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Even as we all grow up, we still find ourselves acting immature and making childlike decisions, especially when arguing. Sometimes we need to learn to forgive ourself and others for petty mistakes.
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4 Tips To Get Your Teenager To Open Up To You Posted By : Donald Saunders

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Teenagers’ lives are often a closed book to their parents which makes protecting them and giving them the support that they need to grow and develop is not easy. There are however ways get them to open the book for you if you know how to go about it.
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How to Get Kids to Read! The Secret to Getting Kids to Enjoy Reading!

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Find out the two simple secrets of getting kids to enjoy reading and in no time your kids will be reading more and reading more fluently! Reading like all learning follows interest and motivation. Simply put, people will learn things that are interesting and pleasurable for them.
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Father: F is for Fun a is for Awesome T is for Talented H is for Handy E is for R is for Remarkable

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Creative ways to celebrate Father’s Day.
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Casual Games versus Edutainment Games Posted By : Vladimir Chen

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Playing games is something everyone enjoys. Weve been playing all kinds of games since we are small children. We play when we feel bored or we have nothing worth while to do. We have games that appeal to all kinds of people and we have what we call edutainment its education and entertainment join as […]

Do You Need a Spy Nanny Cam?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Finding a babysitter or nanny that is actually good with children can be a great relief. Honesty, dependability, caring, and kindness towards your children are the traits of utmost priority when looking for the perfect nanny. However, not all families are lucky enough to find such great care for their kids.
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Casual Games Versus Edutainment Games

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Playing games is something everyone enjoys. We’ve been playing all kinds of games since we aresmall children. We play when we feel bored or we have nothing worth while to do. We have games that appeal to all kinds of people and we have what we call edutainment its education and entertainment join as one.
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Five Ways to Raise a Green Baby

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Going “green” doesn’t have to be complicated. When you have a baby, it seems like there is already so much to do, but just five simple steps can help make raising a green baby easy.
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Is Your Child Too Sick for School?

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

How do you know when your child is too sick for school? Here are some easy tips that will help you judge their level of sickness. And, if they are faking, here are some tips to stop that from happening.
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Moments Together: Engaging Our Children in Everyday Life Posted By : Nicole Beurkens, M.Ed.

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Letting technology distract you? Follow these tips and try not to miss out on the little moments with your children.
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What to Do About Child Ear Infections and Other Common Childhood Ailments

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Beginning chiropractic care during childhood has many advantages. Three of them include treating bedwetting, colic, and ear infections.
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Thankful Jar

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Is your family making too many negative comments? Do you want to help them find the positive? Try this great family activity. Ignore the negative and reward the positive! This is simple to do and fun for the entire family.
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Have Fun Together as a Family

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

Family fun and games make precious memories. Plan a family fun night. Tired of frustrating car rides? Car time can actually be a lot of fun. There are so many wonderful games to play with your kids that will you enjoy too. And, they don’t have to cost a single […]

Child Custody and Child Support

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

With over 50% of families torn apart by divorce, the question of child support and child custody is major issues in many families.
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Step-Parent - A Really Tough Job

Posted June 9, 2008 by Ms Charmiila

To discover the strengths of a blended family requires commitment and patience. When accomplished, the treasure of a loving family is well worth the journey. Co-parenting is crucial though and quite different than anything you would have expected.
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