Baking is definitely one good way to bond with your children.They'll have fun stirring the yummy mixtures in your bowl (and putting their finger on it too so they can lick the leftover batter). Admittedly, letting your children loose inside your kitchen with you could create a huge mess, but what's a little clutter and spill compared to a great experience that you will share with them? Not to mention if you end up baking delicious...more
With the nights drawing in and the days getting so much colder it's harder than ever to find things to occupy the children this half term. But don't despair and resort to watching Cbeebies all day! We have lots of ideas on what to do with your children that you'll all love, and which won't cost you the earth either.October is the month we all enjoy being scared! Halloween is almost upon us and all kids, even little ones,...more
Before you can teach your children discipline, you must learn WHY your child does what she does. Whether good or bad behavior, recognizing the underlying cause will tell you exactly what you should do to either encourage or prevent the behavior, allowing you to teach your children discipline proactively.When parents set out to teach their children discipline, they often overlook two factors that cause behaviors they are trying to stop.The first factor is children's natural fear of abandonment. Children may act out to get attention, love, or distract from something they see as potentially dangerous. A child may become aggressive, bossy or non-compliant (attempting to fill the role of "parent," in a way) if he doesn't feel that his parent is taking a strong enough role in guiding, protecting and providing clear boundaries for him. You may group causes such as hunger, exhaustion or an inability to deal with confusing emotions under this factor as well. If the child's basic physical and emotional needs are not being met, the child will naturally force itself into the parent's awareness via whining, fits and other disruptive behaviors. Trying to teach your children...more
How can a parent possibly find peace of mind when their teenager is out with friends for the evening, and there are so many scary options that teens have to choose from? The secret is in remembering that their child is deeply programmed to make life-giving choices, that they were born that way, and they manifest fun, and safety, very easily!Take a...more
Divorce is never easy. Seeing a relationship unravel before your own eyes can take its toll both emotionally and spiritually. But, it is probably hardest for the child. Many a time the child takes the blame for the failed relationship on himself. It is at a time like this that he needs your support and assurances. No matter how bad the time is, you...more
Divorce is a messy business. A relationship is like an organism, growing and requiring constant care. And divorce pretty much kills it. Possessions are divided between partners. But since a child cant be divided, so one parent takes him while the other contributes through paychecks. And for calculating ones liability, a system has been devised. Internet offers a lot of such free softwares that are called child support calculators. They give a rough idea as to calculate the liability towards the child, monetarily speaking.In the United States, different states have different child support calculators for liability and they are freely available. This gives a rough base idea. Rest is always case dependent. But the two legal systems - US and Indian - are not same even though the core content may be similar.In USA the entire income is well documented and shown in tax returns which is not always true in India more particularly in joint business families; as also in case of persons having several sources of income including cash incomes. There are Supreme Court judgments as also text books which provide complete guidance about the other partners liability.In majority of the cases, in...more
When the world is crumbling and your toddler is about to erupt into a full blown episode, one of our best weapons as a parent in the battle against toddler tantrums is the 'DISTRACTION'. When screaming, shouting and toy...more
Children are quite picky when it comes to gifts, they will get angry for a long time with you if you choose the wrong gift. Even with children's watches, which are great gifts for all kids, still need to be chosen carefully if you...more
Before we start with the common yet tested toddlers discipline techniques to help new parents out, let's first establish that there is no one size fits all strategy to making your little ones behave. Each child is unique and psychologists have...more
Baby strollers are the rage all around the world, on account of the great convenience and flexibility that they afford parents. Parents can be a harried lot, bogged down by the many responsibilities of home and office, not to mention taking care of...more
Decorating kids’ rooms with various accessories is a lot of fun and excitement for most parents. Decorative options such as colorful kids area rugs add brightness to a child’s room and make the room look wonderful. Great Addition to...more
Music has always been very important to me. I can't remember a time when it wasn't one of my passions, and although I have never been particularly gifted at singing or playing an instrument, I still have a hope to pass on my love to my...more