Relationships

The Heat is On: Summer Camps 2012

Posted May 9, 2012 - 11:00 by Rhonda Franz

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Education, Learning Tools, Culture, Relationships, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Some summer camp registrations are still open and the options are endless. Find a great summer camp for your child, and be sure to let us know about summer camps in your area!

7 Lessons Your Child Won’t Get in School

Posted April 28, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Chores, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, Shopping, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Relationships, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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There are certain skills that must be learned in a real life setting. The best teacher for your child is you. Teach your child about everything from finances to compassion to ensure she grows into an amazing adult.

Join Our Tweetchat Today, Thursday, 4/26 For a Chance To Win an Amazon Gift Card

Posted April 26, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, News & Commentary, Tips, Discipline, Social Skills, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Relationships, K-8, High School, Parent-Teacher

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Check out this week's article on the Bully movie, and join our #pschat discussion about it today on Twitter. You could be the one to win the Amazon gift card this week!

Book Review: Bringing Up Bebe

Posted March 23, 2012 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

News & Commentary, Social Skills, Etiquette, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Work Balance, Culture, Relationships, Wellness

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Druckerman's book Bringing up Bebe: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting is brilliant, funny, and makes all of us just a little uncomfortably defensive.

How to Access Fresh, Local Produce

Posted March 20, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Education, Shopping, Health, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Nutrition, Culture, Relationships, Extra Curricular

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You don't have to visit the grocery or health food store to get fresh and organic produce. Accessing farmers markets, using community gardens and co-ops, or even starting a garden in your own backyard are all great options for eating healthier, supporting the local community, and spending less money.

Online Videos Help Special Needs Families Connect

Posted March 14, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Home Life, Health, Social Skills, New Parents, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders

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The internet is proving to be a remarkable source for parents of children for special needs. Online support groups and personal blogs are helping connect families from around the world. And now, through videos, families are getting to know each other and help each other on a more personal level than ever before.

What to Say to Parents of Children with Special Needs

Posted March 5, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Health, Social Skills, New Parents, Etiquette, Culture, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders

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When learning about a child's diagnosis or meeting a child with a special need for the first time, we often struggle to find the right words. Parents of children with special needs are willing to talk and wanting to be friends. It's easier than you think to show your support and forge a friendship.

Book Review: The Secret Power of Middle Children

Posted March 4, 2012 - 01:00 by Katrina Simeck

News & Commentary, Discipline, Conflict Resolution, Relationships

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Middleborns hold a precarious position in birth order. Want to know what makes them tick?

What Not to Say to Parents of a Child With Special Needs

Posted February 27, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Health, Social Skills, Etiquette, Culture, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders

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It's hard to know what to say when you learn of a child's diagnosis. But saying the wrong thing could damage the relationship you have with the child's parents, or prevent a friendship from starting. Avoid saying these 7 common sentences that hurt parents of children with special needs.

14 Stuck-in-the-House Ideas From a 5-Year-Old

Posted February 25, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

Tips, Home Life, Education, Social Skills, Entertainment, Relationships, Pre School

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It doesn't actually have to be a snow day for you to enjoy most of the these fun, stuck-in-the-house ideas for young children.

How to Not Raise a Spoiled Brat

Posted February 24, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Chores, Tips, Discipline, Home Life, Social Skills, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Relationships

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Saying "no" to our children can be tough, but sometimes it is for the best. Teaching our children the right values that allows them to grow into successful adults starts with knowing when to say no.

The Benefits of Equally Shared Parenting

Posted February 23, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Chores, Tips, Home Life, Finances, Social Skills, Entertainment, No Children Zone, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Culture, Work Balance, Relationships, Wellness

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Parents often face the difficult question of whether to work or stay at home. Equally shared parent allows for both. Moms and dads can work together to let go of guilt, reduce anxiety, and keep their kids home.

5 Ways to Get Children Excited About Art

Posted February 19, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Education, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Relationships, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Art is important for your child's development and there are plenty of ways to get her excited about it. Contests, museums, and playtime are all great opportunities to introduce art. Start now to help your child build stronger academic skills, confidence, and appreciation of the arts.

Best Children’s Books to Teach Kids About Inclusion

Posted February 12, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Education, Health, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Culture, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders, Extra Curricular

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Books are a great way to teach language and vocabulary to your children and to bond with them as well. But reading books is also a good way to encourage your child to grow into a considerate and caring adult. These top books featuring children with disabilities are a fun place to start.

5 Apps for Autism

Posted February 5, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Education, Health, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Pre School, Relationships, K-8, High School, Diseases & Disorders, Extra Curricular

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Your iPhone isn't just a toy — it can be a gateway for your child with autism to develop her skills. Take advantage of the new apps being developed to help children and adults with ASD.

Lack of Mother-Toddler Bond Can Lead to Teen Obesity

Posted January 21, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Safety, News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Health, Social Skills, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Nutrition, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders

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A new study shows that when a mother and child don't bond well, the child is more likely to become obese. Ensure that you are your children have a strong relationship while building up their emotional health.

11 Ways to a Cozier Home

Posted January 9, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Home Life, Health, Social Skills, Entertainment, No Children Zone, Nutrition, Culture, Relationships, Wellness

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Just because you have children doesn't mean your home has to be a clutter-filled, uncomfortable ball of chaos. You can turn your house into your own cozy corner of the world and make it a place where children and guests feel right at home.

REVIEW: Momma Baby Mama: Story of a Knocked Up Lesbian

Posted December 21, 2011 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

News & Commentary, Planning, Family Planning, Conceiving, Pregnancy, Birth, New Parents, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Relationships

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Ever wonder what life is like for lesbian parents trying to conceive and plan for their families? It's not that different from what straight moms have done for centuries. And it's very different too.

5 Tips for Creative Gift Giving

Posted December 9, 2011 - 12:00 by Rhonda Franz

Tips, Home Life, New Parents, Etiquette, Culture, Relationships

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For the most well-received gifts, it's truly the thought that counts. Think outside the box to give a gift that is loved and appreciated.

Kids of Opposite Gender Can Share a Room

Posted November 25, 2011 - 01:00 by Maggie Wells

News & Commentary, Home Life, Health, New Parents, Culture, Relationships

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The other day on CafeMom, a mom asked whether or not it was illegal for siblings to share a bedroom. Huh? What surprised me even more was the number of moms chiming in about whether it was 'okay' or not for both same-sex siblings and opposite-sex siblings to share a bedroom! Sounds like a non-issue to me (and most of Asia and Latin America too).