5 Creative Ideas for Getting Kids Off the Couch and Active Straining to come up with ways to get your kid off the couch and out of the house? While it can be a chore with the temptation of higher-tech activities that devour their concentration and ambition, it's all about coming up with some activities that will capture their imagination. And with the huge imagination a child has, all you need is a big enough net.Get creative--here are 5...more
5 Reasons Why Your Child Should Play Tennis Playing tennis is one of the world's most popular sports hobbies. One of the best qualities about the game is that anyone can enjoy a day out on the courts. People don't have to be professional tennis players to reap the benefits of this fun sport. Getting young children to take an interest in tennis playing can benefit them in many positive ways. Children can get much needed exercise,...more
4 Vital Steps to Help your Teen Handle Divorce Many divorcing parents put all their attention on helping their younger children cope while assuming their teenager will understand and adapt. Unfortunately studies have shown that in many cases teens will deal with divorce in more self-destructive and dangerous ways than younger children. Don't be misled by their seeming independence and self-sufficiency. Often, behind that mask lie deep insecurity, anxiety, mistrust and fear.Typically teens fall into one of two areas of concern – internalizing and isolation or acting out and aggression. Some teens turn inward, hardly talk to you, lose interest in school, start exploring drug or alcohol use and demonstrate a detached, "whatever" type of attitude.Others start getting defensive, develop angry outbursts, curse and talk back. Pushing you away and "leave me alone" responses or physical reactions such as punching walls or throwing objects can create great tension and fear in the home.These children need and are craving more attention as well as structure and supervision in their lives. They see the chaos of the divorce as an excuse to express their frustration and...more
4 Useful Ways To Help A Bothered Teenager Some of the things you can do to positively help a troubled youth are to be watchful of the child's manners, check what help is found in the youth's school, try to find beneficial resources online, or consider enlisting your son or daughter in a boarding institution. Handling a troubled youth...more
Does Too Much Sugar Turn Children Into Violent Criminals? Parents: A strict warning--you'd better withhold that bowl of fruity pebbles from your child, because if you don't, they might grow up to be a violent criminal. Or at least, that's the nonsense that some out there would have you believe.A recent (2009) study from Cardiff...more
Children can astound audiences and associates by dressing as the pop star Hannah Montana. Hannah Montana costumes are great for Halloween events and for other enjoyment activities. Hannah Montana Halloween costume is an appealing costume suitable for any one. Hannah Montana Halloween costumes are readily available as Hannah Montana men costume, Hannah Montana Halloween females costumes and Hannah Montana boy or girl costumes. Specially, Hannah Montana Halloween costumes are terrific costume for teenagers, gals and boy or girl. It would seem that Hannah Montana Halloween Costumes attract most of the kids.Dressing like Hannah Montana for Halloween will surely will need some hard work. You can even make your own Hannah Montana Halloween Costume. Glitter and shine appears to be to be the highlight of Hannah Montana costumes. The top of Hannah Montana Costume is most likely to be rather glittery. A denim or leather cropped, suit jacket must be worn about the top rated. The bottom of Hannah Montana costume consists of black pants or miniskirt with black tights beneath. The Hannah Montana costumes contain wearing lots of Sequins and jewels on the clothing. The costume also incorporates...more
Please don't be slow in getting professional help. I've seen many hundreds of teenagers who have become different people from medication designed to correct a deficiency in their developing brain. Others are helped by regular counseling to deal...more
Author: Tom TessinOne of the hardest things to do when having a baby is coming up with a name. If you don't know how you're going to name your child, or you don't even know on where you can start, I wanted to show you how you can find the perfect...more
Whether you are buying toys for your own children or someone else's, you need to keep in mind certain things to ensure you get the appropriate toy.SafetySafety is the most important factor when looking at children's toys.At different ages there are...more
With all the news about childhood obesity it is not surprising that many parents become concerned about their childrens weight. However, with regular exercise and a healthy diet you will have no problem with your children remaining slim, energetic...more
When travelling with small children it is important to take their needs into account before you leave home. Plan your trip for road or plane and think about the best places to stay to suit all members of the family well in advance. Serviced...more
For teenagers it is easy to be overwhelmed by new approach and proposals of love while doing dating. However before losing heart it is better to consider the whole issue in the light of practicality. A teen-age girl should be conscious of her...more