Parenting

What if a yard sale could be much more than an opportunity to find new homes for unwanted toys

In simple text and nearly childlike expressions, Pooh and Milne distill the raising of children in to easy, manageable tasks. Following are some tips based on the wisdom of a pudgy, hungry bear. 

Part 2 of 2 of videos discovering 3D ultrasounds.

As parents, we want our children to feel confident and have a sense of self-worth

Let’s face it, sometimes fathers feel a bit left out

Reiki is an energy healing practice that’s a complementary and supportive holistic therapy

It was a typical day for teacher and foster mother, Lo Davis. The elementary school teacher said goodbye to her class at the sound of the bell, tided up her classroom, and reviewed her lesson plan for the next day,

Get the kids involved with helping out around the house

Most parents admit they want their kids to be empathetic and thankful. Not only are these virtues cornerstones of EQ (Emotional Intelligence) but they are critical for conflict resolution, effective communication and overall leadership.

A think-tank study reveals the secret: tough love is made of three ingredients – confident parents, warmth, and consistent discipline. But how do you mix these three ingredients in the right way? Start by understanding warmth, using co

Children need a certain level of discipline. But what is the best method of teaching them right from wrong? Depending on your child's age, there are some strategies you can employ.

There can be nothing more aggravating than a defiant child. However, when a child is seeking to gain power or control over a situation, arguing with him usually only escalates the tension. This also often leads to things being said

There is almost nothing more annoying to a parent than listening to your own kids bicker and fight. It often seems to start over almost nothing and then can quickly escalate into a screaming match. At best, it disturbs the

A new mother may find that sleep is the thing she most desires after her child is born. However, the mother of multiples may be looking for something entirely different: lots of information and help. Multiples bring many things to

Treating your child to something special can cause some parents to feel guilty. Kinder spokesperson and child development expert Dr. Anthony Volk recommends these five tips to using treats most effectively

With the current social climate, keeping young people safe is a major topic of conversation.  Dr. Nick DeFilippis, professor of Clinical Psychology at Argosy University in Atlanta suggests parents can help keep their children safe this

When your child has a negative attitude or behaviour toward school, try these strategies to help them through their frustrations.

Question: I’ve heard you speak several times and one of the reasons I really like your style is that I find you so practical. I find as a single mother with three teens I just don’t have much time to

While parental involvement is key to a child’s success in school, at what point does a participating parent become a smother mother (or father)?