Children

Has bedtime become a battle? Does your child turn a simple bedtime routine into a full hour production? Its amazing how youngsters can not just poke about when asked to get ready for bed, but how...

When Mom was in the hospital having my youngest sister, Grandma came and cooked supper and made us spinach. It was Halloween, and Dad said we weren’t going trick-or-treating until we ate the...

If you’re on a long trip and have to put up with a backseat driver or annoying person, take a minute and read through these helpful tips in order to handle the situation the proper way.

Early childhood development (ages 2 through 6) is dependent on many variables. Genetics, nutrition, psychology, social interactions, environment and physical experiences all affect development....

Walking, running, jumping or throwing a ball are all gross motor skills, tasks that require people to use large groups of muscles. Disabilities or injuries can hamper the development of gross...

Car accidents are deadly because of the natural forces of gravity and inertia. When an object is moving, it will continue to move unless acted on by an outside force. In a car crash, the car stops...

Kindergartners are full of energy and require a healthy diet to build strong bones, fight diseases and maintain that energy. It is not necessary to track calories, but make sure their calories...

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the leading cause of death for young children as well as adolescents is motor vehicle crashes. While accidents, by their...

Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder that causes people to have problems with their writing. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, children often develop this...

A swing set made out of treated wood can give your children hours of enjoyment for years to come. It is important to make sure that the swing set is as safe as possible so that no one gets injured...

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and the American Dental Association (ADA) both recommend that parents schedule their child's first dental appointment after the emergence of the first baby...

As children grow older, mothers have to change how to discipline them. They get more talkative and insistent. When your 7-year-old acts up because he's not getting what he wants, what would you...

My son is six years old and he is beginning to understand what a budget is and how to make choices that will benefit him next week. Let me show you just how to help your child learn to budget.

We don't want our children to say bad words, but how do we stop them, when they hear it from school, T.V, and almost every where we go, even to the store. In this article I will share with you...

The current young generation is inundated with technology that allows for escapism in the most severe ways. As a youngster of this era, I know how easy it is to lose yourself to this massive wave...

The art of storytelling has been valued throughout the centuries as a way to pass on traditions and family history. Whether you know it or not, inside of you there is a whole book of stories just...

Having mealtime troubles that might be solved with a top-rated children’s picture book? Every child deals with the food on their plate that just won’t go away. From brussel sprouts to yams, liver...

Can't stop the itch? Maybe it is more than just dry scalp. Maybe it's the dreaded lice. Then, you look and see that your 1 1/2 year old is scratching too. So you go to the store to get the...

Jealousy is an emotional response to the loss of a meaningful relationship. Children and adults both feel jealousy, but differ in the cause, experience and reactions to the threatened bond that...

Placing a child in the care of others for a portion of their day has many obvious and subtle effects on their development. Choosing a quality care provider and environment is critical in avoiding...

Kids love the ocean, and a day at the beach is a great way to enjoy some family fun. But the beach also has many dangers that can put your children in harm's way. When you consider the risks of...

Girls who have dollhouses use creative play to pass the time. Doll house dress up games encourage creativity, play acting and learning while playing. Doll house dress up games are often played by...

Parenting is rewarding, but it has its fair share of frustrations. One of the toughest problems to deal with as a parent is defiant behavior. Some defiance is expected, but there are cases where...

A parent instinctively wants the best for her child. When a child struggles with weight, the parent struggles as well. But what is the best way to help her without causing harm?

Need a plan that will provide simple and consistent expectations for children's behavior in the home or in the classroom? This article will give you a step by step plan that will bring amazing...

If you have young children, you need to know if an offender lives nearby. Children love to play outside. They certainly need fresh air and exercise everyday. Can you trust your neighbors? Are your...

We all know children are everywhere and get into everything. Here is how to babyproof your home easily and quickly.

Chronic stomach pain in children is localized pain that lasts two weeks or more. A child's complete history and a physical examination are necessary to pinpoint the problem and plot a course of...

Early or precocious puberty is when boys or girls develop secondary sex characteristics before the common age range. It is 10 times more likely to occur in girls than in boys.

Camps for children with ADHD offer the opportunity for youth and teens with similar abilities to interact and learn social skills through organized activities. Camps are offered at multiple times...

Parenting can be a tough job, especially parenting a child who is violent or even has violent tendencies. Depending on the situation, therapy may be needed for children in order to control the...

We all love money, but we all know keeping the money is hard to do. Read this and maybe you will find a few ways to save a little money without giving up that morning soda, or the candy bar you...

You have volunteered to watch a few neighborhood kids. Sounds easy enough, but what now? How do you keep kids from getting bored and starting trouble. This can be tricky but here are a few...

Being a parent is difficult enough without the added worry whether or not your child is going to be safe at school. Here are a few tips to help keep your child safe at school.

There are a number of physical characteristics that can lead to bedwetting. Some children have a small bladder that needs to emptied more frequently. In these situations, the kids' bladders just...

The goal for a successful talent show is to entertain the parents with short pieces performed by their children. Kids in grades 1-5 want to feel safe onstage, so picking numbers that aren't too...

Bicycling is an aerobic outdoor activity that can be fun for the whole family to do together. Riding a bike encourages children to test their independence and practice agility, balance and...

Preschoolers learn through doing. Because preschoolers have a short attention span and are always hungry, there's nothing like playing with food to keep them interested. Gear activities involving...

Nancy Eisenberg developed her theory of moral development as a rebuttal to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development. She believed children are able to use all of the stages of moral...

Raising an angry or explosive child can be incredibly stressful for the entire family, but it is particularly difficult for the angry child himself. Rage and the sense of being out of control can...

The stages of childhood development are important for parents to become familiar with. Doing so will help them understand if their child is developing normally. Though ages at which stages and...

Outdoor games give preschoolers a chance to build large motor skills through physical exercise. Young children also learn how to interact with others, follow directions and appreciate nature while...

Ask most parents, and they can share a story about a picky eater in the family. Maybe your child only eats a certain color. Maybe he has developed a singular focus on macaroni and cheese. Fear...

First, understand that banks cannot enter into any sort of legal agreements with minors in most jurisdictions. Therefore, if a child or the parents of a child want an account for that youngster,...

No matter what the circumstance or the ailment, caring and planning for a special needs child is never an easy thing. In addition to the emotional stress that is present, the financial pressures...

Children with Down Syndrome tend to be visual learners. Generally, they learn best through visual repetition. You can teach a child with down syndrome reading by creating flash cards that allow...

Halloween is just around the corner and as a parent, I hate the thought of my children eating to much junk that will either cause a belly ache or rot their teeth. If you're looking for another...

Ok, so we all know that family vacations usually seem more like work than they are fun. The kids fight in the car the whole way there. Everyone gets tired and cranky. The hotel room is cramped,...

As a family counselor for 25 years, I was delighted to read John Cloud’s article, "Kids Who Get Spanked May Have Lower IQs" on Time.com. As a professional therapist and parent educator, I have...

Responsibility = Choice + Consequence When you have given your child a choice, and he or she doesn't make a good one, you must enforce the consequences. If you remain firm and calm, placing your...