In this world there are few things that can compare to the love of a child. Children can be the cause of a lot of stress in life and often can cause a lot of heartache, but they can also cause more joy than is possible with anything else.Not all people are able to have children of their own. Due to a variety of medical reasons, some women are unable to bare children and some men have medical conditions that prevent them from being able to...more
Of all the early stages of our development our teen years are some of the most critical and most often neglected nutritionally. While correct infant, child and teen nutrition are all essential for balanced and healthy development, teenage nutrition is probably the most difficult to control as a parent and is often made more difficult by the additional emotional issues faced by most teens. The teenage years are also particularly demanding physically with frequent growth spurts and increased physical activity placing unique and sometimes extreme demands on the teen's body. It is also an extremely sensitive and difficult time emotionally during which many teens experience intense peer and environmental pressure that only exacerbates the natural emotional upheavals that characterise the teenage years.This pressure is often the root cause of not only bad eating habits but serious and even life threatening eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia. It is therefore essential that parents monitor their teens eating habits closely and intervene in a supportive and no confrontational manner if the bus starts to leave the road. One of the most effective ways of doing this is to...more
Avoiding Children Abduction – What you and your kids need to knowWith common sense, a keen eye and communication with your kids, you can keep them safe from being abducted. If you would like to learn more, check out these 20 Golden Rules to Avoid Children Abduction at InfoZooms.com.more
Case Management: A Case of Anger in TeensDr. Gary Oliver and Norm Wright discuss the emotions of hurt, frustration, and fear as the variables that, if left unchecked, contribute most significantly to damaging anger.1 A brief review of Jarods recent history revealed how each of those variables of hurt, frustration, and fear of more future pains had...more
Microscopes for kids tend to be simpler and sturdier than those used in high end labs. If you want to make sure your kids have a chance to really experience science, youll need to keep a few things in mind as you look for a microscope that is appropriate for children. Size. Kids cant handle really heavy microscopes, so look for one that they can easily set up and put away on their own. There are several that are designed just for this purpose.Durability. Whenever you look at something as delicate as microscopes for kids, you need to make sure you are getting the sturdiest one out there. Everything should be designed to stay together. Metal is a good bet, but make sure that you are getting soemthign that isnt going to fall apart shortly after you buy it. Price. While microscopes for kids can be quite cheap, you dont want to get the lowest end one either. You want something that they can actually use and that will work, so its usually best to pay a little more. However, at the same time, its not really worth putting loads of cash into something that your children may not be careful with. Consider your options carefully. Usability. The best microscopes for kids are battery powered...more
Don't Forget The Kids When Wedding Day Comes RoundWith all the hustle and bustle of the wedding preparations, it's hard to step back and breathe, let alone develop a sense of humor about the event. Sure, it's a joyous occasion....more
Chiropractic Care Helps Children With ADHDThe chiropractic examination and x-rays demonstrated noticeable spinal distortion such as a reversal from the regular neck curve indicative of subluxations. Chiropractic attention was begun plus the...more
Diverse Children's Books Are A HitLee & Low Books has so much to offer people at any age. The fact that they focus mainly on young children is great because it's important to learn early on about diversity. As of 2010, this minority...more
The Impact Renting Has on Childrenhttp://www.newtowncdc.org/pdf/social_consequences_study.pdfhttp://www.jchs.harvard.edu/publications/homeownership/liho01-14.pdfmore
Adult Children, Aging Parents: When Caregiving Roles are ReversedPlan a time after breakfast or before dinner when the entire family gathers to pray for one another. Choose whether to be caught in the middle or active within the center. Thinking of...more
Finding the Right Personal Tutor for Your ChildLastly, the right personal tutor will be not only supportive and optimistic, but truthful and realistic as well. When asked about your child's grade potential, he or she should not be immediately...more