Image via Wikipedia Perhaps more than ever before, mothers are faced with the difficult problem of materialism. Today's world has created a 'must have' environment, with many children not understanding the true cost of the things they want. With new versions of their cell phone, MP3 player, and gaming systems coming out ever six months, and peers who seem to have it all, some of today's children are downright demanding of their parents and the material items they want. As parents, we must learn to tread this line delicately and make healthy decisions for our children and our … [Read more...]
Having a Relationship AND Children
July 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia In today's world, more and more parents are single. With the divorce rate on the rise, it is not uncommon for a parent to find themselves in the interesting position of trying to date and develop relationships while being a parent. This can be a very trying time for parents and children alike. Handling the process with honesty and respect will make sure that everyone handles it as well as possible. First, remember that your children, no matter what their age, are not stupid. They likely realize that you have a need to form adult relationships. Be honest with your … [Read more...]
Proud Traditions For Blended Families
July 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia In a large way, traditions are what define us. Often, these traditions are handed down from generation to generation and become a part of family life. From Easter egg hunts to Christmas decorations, every family has its own traditions. For those who have entered into the difficult world of the step-family, creating new traditions for the new family is an excellent way to begin the process of blending together. The question becomes how to develop new traditions that will have meaning. It is important to recognize that new traditions does not mean getting rid of old … [Read more...]
Proecting Children From Dangerous Websites
June 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image by Steve Rhode via Flickr Recently there has been a lot of news coverage about children setting up their own Facebook accounts without getting permission from their parents. We all know that there are dangers online that could harm our children. Whether its deranged pornographic images or online stalkers, parents need to know how they can protect children from dangers that lurk on the Internet. Only Have One Computer in the House Many children convince their parents to give them all kinds of electronics, including smart phones and computers, well before they are old … [Read more...]
Giving Your Teen an Allowance
May 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Many parents choose to give allowance money to their children, sometimes as payment for doing chores. This can help teach the value of money, and how to budget and save for a special item or event. It is one of the first steps that children can take toward becoming financially independent. One financial expert and author wrote a book detailing the pros and cons of providing an allowance to children. Learning good financial habits is necessary for these children to understand how to spend money. This will also provide limits, which provides boundaries. Some teenagers are given money whenever … [Read more...]
Prepare Your Child to Stay Away from Comfort of Home
May 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image by Herschelle O. via Flickr Preparing your child to stay away from home is an important (and tough) task considering higher studies are generally pursued in bigger towns and cities. Making a child self-sufficient is something that might be difficult to instill in the beginning, but something your son or daughter will thank you with undying gratitude as they learn about life. If a child has been brought up well, it reflects in every tiny behavior of his/her. In some cases, your child might need to stay with a relative. If he has been taught to help around the house, the child is … [Read more...]
Leading Through Example as a Parent
March 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Leading Through Example as a Parent As a parent, you are going to want to be aware of the fact that children like to soak up what their parents say and do. Children are going to make a regular habit of saying the things that you say and doing the things that you do because they want to model their behavior on yours, and this is how they do a lot of their learning while they are young. When you understand that your children are modeling their behaviors and their actions based on yours, you can use this to your advantage by doing a lot of leading through example. What leading through example … [Read more...]
3 lies parents are told when considering divorce
February 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Couples believe that being with the one they love will bring great joy but when things go badly it can be earth shattering. Well meaning friends, family members and even therapists often try to relieve the burden on the couple by making divorce seem like a viable, logical and even healthy alternative. Without knowing it many parents buy into at least 3 lies about divorce. Children are resilient: They will get over it. While children are a lot stronger than we give them credit for, there are many adults who are still lamenting their parents divorce or even blaming themselves … [Read more...]