Children facing a chronic illness endure tests, procedures, exams, as well as interminable hours either in the hospital or a clinic. Providing them strategies that are simple to use, engaging, and most importantly fun to do supports children's growth and development while also handing them control in an environment that offers them little or none. Teaching children with a chronic illness guided imagery or relaxation techniques...more
Fashion always brings trends which encourage us to embellish our image. Teenagers are always aware of the fashion. They know what is cool, what better enhances your image. Sometimes they come up with trends that says a lot about their age, and other times they can inspire adults in choosing their outfits and accessories. Major companies with a long tradition adapt instantly to the teenagers needs because they can be excellent promoters of fashion...more
As parents we love our children and we want the best for them. Yet, what is our goal? As much as we love them its to get our kids out of the house. Yes, we need to launch them into the real world. In order to make this happen successfully we need to raise independent, self-sufficient human beings. Accomplishing this goal requires prent to always be thinking. What is the best route to take between helpless infancy and independent adulthood?Independence gradually grows as our children get older. We want to build skills like: making sound decisions, caring for one's own needs, taking action to meet goals, being responsible for one's own actions, and seeking out the information we need to guide choices.So lets be intentional as parents for this will never happen on its own. Children need a range of experiences, from simple to complex, in order to learn these skills. Let's take a quick look at each of these areas.Wise decisions begin with baby steps. We wouldn't dream of turning our young adults loose in a car with out training and supervised practice. So why would we not do the same in decision making. Small children need to be allowed to make decisions as soon as they are capable of...more
Wasp and hornet season heats up with the temperature; the aggressive insects get more active as the summer goes on. Unfortunately, this is also when kids spend the most time outdoors. You can take a few simple steps to protect your kids from the wasps and hornets that are part of the summer season.If you have a picnic or a...more
By Alan Harper, MA, LLPMany adults are surprised when told that children and adolescents can and do become clinically depressed. We often think only adults have the type and severity of life stressors that can result in depression. After all, we adults have to deal with careers, financial concerns, marital issues, parenting...more
Have you been thinking about adding a few additional swing set accessories to your wood play set? If you have children who are between the ages of 3 and 10, you should consider swings that are geared towards more than one child at a time. A basic one is nice, but 2 kids sharing a multi-child swing is always twice the fun! There are several styles available manufactured by the brand of Swing-N-Slide that are affordable and fun for kids. These encourage children (usually two of them) to work together as a team. Not only does this build teamwork, but it also develops socialization skills as well. The Swing-N-Slide company has several designs of swings that are made for two or more riders. Their wood swing set is designed with safety in mind and meets and/or exceeds American Society for testing and materials safety standards. For example, Swing-N-Slide offers a 2 For Fun Multi Glider, which is made from HDPE plastic and very durable. It comes in an awesome bright yellow and green combination. When two children are riding this toy, their combined body weight cannot exceed 150 pounds. Parents can easily install this glider swing by following the fully illustrated instructions. Another...more
As a parent I am constantly buying children's clothing. With 5 kids to outfit each year I have found that I can stretch my dollar by making each child change their clothes when they come home from school and put on something other than the uniforms...more
Omega for children has some powerful benefits. Through recent research, results show that omega for children can improve brain power, which can help children in all areas of their lives. It helps to improve concentration which is also...more
With regards to coats and winter outwear, nothing can beat the Rothschild Coat brand. They've been around since the early 1900s and have acquired the reputation of being the best coat-makers. To this day, the Rothschild coat will be the...more
Does your baby sleep peacefully through the night? Is your babys crib cosy enough? If you are wondering why your baby is not able to sleep through the night, then its time to check on your babys bedding. Cribs are where you babies will spend a lot...more
The holiday season is fast approaching and very well season Shopping for teen clothes. A lot of people spend good portion of their holiday shopping tips. Regardless of what they eventually say I have learned to tell something instantly that whether a...more
If it is your responsibility to take care of your family and your children, then you definitely need to give their health some serious consideration. In addition to making sure that you are working with an excellent pediatrician in your...more