A Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Gina Kellner has shared some great advice about connecting with children. When children return back to school after a long break, it is normal to have a little anxiety until they get settled in. It is usually caused by thinking about the unknown factors relating to school. They may be going to a new school, have a new teacher, and they may have to make new frie... read more »

If you have young kids and are looking for a safe, fun, entry-level team sport in which they can participate, consider tee-ball. Tee ball is a competitive game that provides children as young as four years old the opportunity to learn to play by established rules and develop good sportsmanship. What is tee ball? Tee ball can be compared to entry-level softball or baseball for youngsters, usu... read more »

Whether on a plane or in a car, long trips can be a hassle for adults and children. Boredom, sleepiness and restlessness are not restricted to the young. How and what can be done to get from point A to point B with a minimum of discomfort? Planning is the answer. If flying, and depending on your children's state of mind, you might want to try to get a nonstop flight. Again, depending on y... read more »

I'm sure many of you have seen the infomercial where toddlers are reading index cards and even every day words off of signs and in books. I have no data on whether or not that works but if it does work there is another beneficial lesson kids who can read and talk should explore - learning a second language. Studies show multiple benefits of learning more than one language and as Americans... read more »

An old Quotation says 'Dog is the Man's Best Friend'. Indeed, the four-legged creature truly lives up to this quotation. The humans being able to think limitless, may do good or bad to their well wishers. But, the dogs on the other hand cannot think much like humans and know only to do good to their masters and well wishers. This itself is called "LOYALTY" in our language... read more »

i can see how having a kid around could potentally ruine your career choices but this isent a kid its a teenager. my mom got a divorce with my dad and years got married to my step dad that had to put up with me when i was only 2months old and my 3 brothers ages 1, 6 and 7 and my sister at age 9 (at the time my mo and step dad met) he was worried about the same things u are but instead he thought ... read more »

It is common to want to give your children the best. However, over-indulgence is creating a generation that misbehaves and thinks it is entitled to do so. How can you avoid overindulgence in children and many of its accompanying problems? • Help kids distinguish between needs and desires. Talk about the difference. Food is a necessity, Happy Meals are a luxury. Let your kids talk about th... read more »

I've noticed over the past few years that more and more, parents aren't spending the quality time they used to with their kids, that kids are spending more and more time 'wired,' and in general, health and relationships are failing. 'Parents' Magazine recently wrote an article about slowing down (called "slow parenting") - letting kids be kids and not fo... read more »

I have noticed lately that many parents want to be friends with thier childreen.You will hear parents say, my child is my best friend , however, this never works as children need limits and boundaries set by a loving parent, not a buddy to hang out with. Parenting versus pals : When you are your childs friend your focus becomes keeping things fun and not upsetting them. You tend to want to o... read more »

When Kids Want Pets As an expecting parent, you look forward to the pitter-patter of little feet in your home. As a kid, you want an animal. One that scratches up those newly finished wooden floors, drags in mud, and slobbers on your Italian leather couch. Most kids get to the point where they want a pet of their very own, and most don't realize all of the responsibility that comes along ... read more »