In my post on eating dinner together as a family, I admit that sometimes I cut corners by ordering pizza for dinner. During an interview with the group Thriving Schools, I also mentioned surviving the work-kid juggle by ordering pizza at times. I was asked about the wisdom of these admissions.
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As a parent, you can help talk with your child about bullying. By having daily, open talks with your child of any age, they may be more likely to come to you with concerns if they witness bullying or are directly involved in it. Ask open-ended questions about their day, friends, school, and feelings. Encourage your kids to stand up for their friends and report to a teacher or adult if they see someone involved in bullying.
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Many parents are worried their children have too much screen time. What’s a parent to do? Here are 10 tips to try
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Frustrated parents, worried about back-to-back illnesses, often wonder when they should be concerned about their child’s constant coughing.
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It can be so hard to know when a child is well enough for school or - too sick to go! While your decision must involve a healthy dose of common sense, here are some basic guidelines to help you.
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When one of my sons is focusing hard he chews on something – often his T-shirt collar or his earbuds. Another cracks his knuckles. These habits drive me nuts!
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When winter is feeling endless and it seems like the rain and snow will never stop most of us dream of summer days. Long, relaxed summer days seem like a charm!
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Even young children will hear about major news events – often from other children. It’s best if they get this information from you.
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