There are really only two major positive parenting tips I will offer you here. There are dozens more that could help you, for sure. The reasons for just giving you these two for now are these:If you're struggling as bad as I was, there's only so much you can do at once. Start with these, and, after you have them mastered, go on to more (the links provided will take you to where you can get them).The second positive parenting...more
Life and career 19491972: Early yearsSpringsteen was born in Long Branch, New Jersey, and spent his childhood and high school years in Freehold Borough. He lived off South Street in Freehold Borough and attended Freehold Borough High School. His father, Douglas Frederick Springsteen, was of Dutch and Irish ancestry and worked, among other vocations, as a bus driver; his surname is Dutch for stepping stone. His mother, Adele Ann (ne...more
As a parent, preparing for college may be one of the most challenging phases in both you and your child's lives. This is the part where you will have to make several sacrifices – financial or otherwise— and you will also make a lot of changes in your current lifestyle. Add to that the fact that college is a new world for your child to be in. This is that particular time that will test your patience and perseverance as a parent. This is why, as early as today, you have to make certain preparations so that it will be easy for you to adjust once the time to send your kids off to college arrives.Getting ready for college doesn't just mean that you have to prepare for the financial aspect. Although it is one of the most important and necessary things to, there are also aspects of child preparation that are often neglected by parents.For example, you have to know first the goals and dreams of your child. As a parent, you do not just choose what you want your child to do with their life. Learn about what your child wants to become, what type of career they would like, etc. When you have an idea of their hopes and dreams, you are better equipped to help them achieve...more
Your wedding day is finally here! You've been looking forward to this day right from the time you were a kid, and your big moment has finally come. Your wedding is that one day that will live on in your memories forever and ever. What really makes this day great is that you will be sharing your happiness with all of those that are close to you....more
Since your children were young, your goal was to teach them to become independent and be ready for eventual separation from you. However, you never thought that it would be you who will not be ready for the situation. Now that your child is off to college, you are really feeling the empty nest in your home. Suddenly, you feel isolated...more
If your child is very young you may need to explain what death is. This is never easy but try to be as honest as possible. Most importantly, allow and encourage your child to ask questions. When you are grieving it can be difficult to hear some of the questions they will have, particularly as many are likely to be insensitive and naive. However, it is vital that you take these questions seriously. Often you will find that you have to suitable answer to difficult questions such as 'why did my dad die?' Do not worry if your answer has to be 'I do not know', just be truthful.Why did my sister die?There will be time when you do not have an answer, often you will have wondered the same thing. In this situation, it can be best to ask the child why do you think?' This provides the child with an opportunity to confide in you their concerns and fears; ideally the answer will also help you to put an end to these fears. Young children are the centre of their own world, at an early age they comprehend only what is immediately in front of them. The game peek-a-boo goes some way to illustrating this. Because of this a child will often believe that they are the cause of the death, you will need...more
Probably the Boston city is celebrated for lots of reasons including educational institutions and universities, resourceful film making, relaxing coffee shops and some historic occurrences. But the buzzing city offers a great time to the children and...more
Make Money For Making SurveysOnline surveys have recently grown in popularity dramatically. This is partially due to some sites which are available to teens as young as thirteen. Online surveys have become a viable way for young people...more
The clothing brands specifically created for children really have got it right. Many have created the right brand name, a catchy name that children will remember. They have brightly coloured branding and maybe a quirky logo. Tags on the clothes are...more
Teaching budgeting for kids is a vital tool that you can teach to your children. To teach children budget techniques is to first define what kids budgeting is. This is a calculation and measurement of expected income and expense for a given period...more
When one looks at the books that are focused on the little ones contain pictures that bring the story to life. Children's book illustrators have a very difficult job in that they must be able to interpret the writings of another in such a way that...more
I'm sure we all look at Victoria Beckham's Hermes Birkin collection with absolute envy but $10,000 simply doesn't fit in most of our budgets. This is especially true with teenagers who love to be ahead of the style trends but can't...more