With the summer holidays quickly approaching, many parents and carers will be organising activities for their children to partake in during their time away from school. Dance is always a popular choice amongst both children and parents, and there are a wide range of styles available to choose from such as ballet, tap, jazz and urban. The classes available will vary depending on the area in which you live, so it is a good idea to ask other parents...more
If you are choosing a venue for a children's party, safety should be one of the primary concerns, besides price and facilities on offer. It is true that a kids' party in Vancouver, WA would technically be held in one of the safest cities in the world, but one should never dismiss security issues out of hand when children are involved. You might assume that parents can simply take responsibility for their own offspring, and this is a fair...more
Are you tired of playing games, wearing masks or trying to be someone other than yourself, because you have a child who is autistic? You would like freedom to be accepted for who your are, without the pressure to be someone you are not, for the fact, that you have a child who is different than other children. How can you dare to be different?It is difficult at times to comprehend that your child has the disorder of autism. You may have other children in your family who are considered to be born normal without any disorders. This can be a real challenge, to be able to relate this disorder to others.You must remember, that your child was made to be a unique individual that is a gift to you. Accept your child and your circumstances as different and stop being insecure about what other people think.Dare to be different, because your child is autistic takes courage and you must overcome your insecurities. One thing I have learned is, if I plan to be successful at anything, I would have to make choices of not being like everyone else who does not have an autistic child. Ask yourself if you are a person who pleases people, or are you someone who wants to please you and your...more
Since it says in Psalm 110:4 and Hebrews 5:6 that Christ is a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek, I think we had better get a good understanding about this amazing man, Melchizedek. Melchizedek first appears in Genesis 14:18-20 in which he verbally blessed Abraham and Abraham gave him a tenth of the spoils he obtained in battle....more
One aspect of having children is that you have to have birthday parties every year for them, till they are at least 12 years old. And if you have more than one child, then you have to plan as many more birthday parties as you have kids.Planning birthday parties is a handful and they have the power to drive you insane. So what should you do to keep...more
One of the most talked about topics regarding child behavior in recent years has centered upon "bullying" and the necessity to enact effectual child abuse discipline. This relates to child on child fighting that according to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry more than six million males and four million females are caught up in school fights beginning as early as preschool.Preventing Violence Begins at an Early AgeAggressive human behavior starts early in life where toddlers and pre-school children squabble about physical possession of anything, specifically favorite toys. Often this aggressive behavior is unintentionally rewarded when one child hits another to gain possession of a toy and the victim cries and backs off. This child gains satisfaction when obtaining the toy and believes aggressive action, is the answer toward getting their own way. If this type of behavior is not remedied at an infancy, the aggressor may continue to use aggression and violence to obtain everything the infant wants carrying this pattern through to their teens and adulthood.What Parents Can Do Disciplining ChildrenHere are several tips that can be put into action to help deter...more
Take an interest in what children have as interests, and try to understand their perspective, and you will get a better grip on how their thinking will shape their needs. This information will be instrumental in shaping social skills, communication...more
When you're a child, it seems all you ever want to do is grow up, when you reach adulthood all you ever want to do is be a child again, and an irony not lost on anyone. Think about when you were a child. Try to remember the personal effects that...more
"Saturday in the Park, I think it was the fourth of July." These opening words of a very popular song symbolizes what many people think of as a fun filled memorable summer day. It doesn't necessarily have to be the fourth of July, but that is the...more
It's a parent's worst nightmare. Their child goes off to play with a friend and doesn't get home in time for dinner. At first you might think that they just lost track of time. But after the hours pass, you have that feeling in your gut that...more
Cycling should be a family sport, however it can be challenging to head out on the bike with your children. Remember, you will be traveling away from your home and sometimes be in a dangerous environment when you are out on the road. However, with...more
Trying to parent a young child can seem like a never ending tirade of "Don't touch!" "Sit down!" or "Stop doing that!" Can you imagine what that must be like for a little kid? Your child is expressing their natural curiosity, perhaps by playing...more