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  • Highlights of Current Research (2008) On Shyness In Children  By : Arthor Pens
    Three types of personality characteristics were followed in children from age 4 to 23 in relation to shyness and aggressiveness...
  • Build Hobbies With Your Child  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Hobbies benefit children in many ways. It gives a child an opportunity to express themselves, and it allows them to discover themselves and build self-esteem. They are also great educational tools. A child interested in rock collecting learns about geology and science, and a child in writing stories learns about sentence structure and proper grammar. Hobbies teach children to set and achieve goals, solve
  • Gifts for the Dad to Be  By : Mark Dally
    The giving of gifts has always been the best way we humans spread our love and affection to those people we care about. A unique gift idea is a parenting DVD which will certainly build the confidence of any man expecting a newborn baby.
  • What To Consider When Picking A Name For Your Baby  By : Simone Butler
    Picking a name for your child is a decision with long-lasting consequences. What should you be thinking about to make sure you make the right choice?
  • Teach Your Kids To Stop Thumbsucking  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Thumb sucking is a concern many parents have. Toddlers suck their thumbs because it's comforting and calming. It's probably something they did before they were born and revert back to it when they are nervous, agitated, scared or ill. They may also use it to lull themselves back to sleep in the middle of the night.
  • A Look At Harsh Discipline  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Recent studies suggest that low-income parents tend to endorse much harsher discipline, partially because they hold stronger beliefs about the value of spanking and experience higher levels of stress. However, parents who work in high-stress jobs or are stay-at-home parents who are feeling frustrated or isolated are also at risk. It's imperative that parents recognize their tendency to punish a child too
  • Enforcing Rules At Home  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Some parents may worry that setting strict rules may distance them from their children. But this simply isn't the case. Though they may gripe and complain and get upset when you become the enforcer, they realize deep down that this shows you care. These parameters you set forth and enforce make your child feel loved, safe, and secure. It's never easy developing and introducing rules. Parents may tend to
  • Be Involve With Your Childs' Activities  By : Jerald Shapiro
    It's probably no secret that children who have involved parents are more happy, healthy, and well-adjusted and excel at their educational and extracurricular pursuits. It can increase their cognitive development, keeps them motivated, strengthens the parent-child relationship, and has a direct positive influence on their overall academic achievement. In turn, it can also help parents achieve a positive
  • Follow Through With Your Discipline  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Let's face it. There are just some days when it would just seem easier to let your child have his way than feeling like you're fighting a losing battle when trying to discipline them. They beg, plead, cry, barter and scream - anything to get out of doing the time for their crime. However, don't lose your strength and your will during this time. It's times like these when consistent disciplinary action is
  • Playing Is Part Of Development  By : Jerald Shapiro
    We've all heard the term, "Oh, that's child's play." It implies something is easy, frivolous and unimportant in the overall scheme of things. But to a child, child's play is essential to their mental, social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Teach Your Kids To Feel Important  By : Jerald Shapiro
    It's imperative for a child's healthy development to feel important and worthy. Healthy self-esteem is a child's armor against the challenges of the world. Kids who feel good about themselves seem to have an easier time handling conflicts and resisting negative pressures. They tend to smile more readily and enjoy life. These kids are realistic and generally optimistic. It's also been shown that children who
  • Monkey See Monkey Do  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Children learn to imitate at a very young age. It's how they learn to behave, care for themselves, develop new skills, and communicate with others. From their earliest moments they watch you closely and pattern their own behavior and beliefs after yours. Your examples become permanent images, which will shape their attitudes and actions for the rest of their life.
  • Dealing With Anger  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Anger can be a paralyzing and debilitating condition. But it can be a terrifying and degrading experience for your child if you're taking your anger out on them. Physical and verbal abuse of a child can have lasting and lethal implications, so it's crucial that as a parent, you do whatever necessary to get your anger in check.
  • Looking For Baby Shower Party?  By : JohnJames
    A lot of the gifts given to a child at birth are also to appreciate the parents. They are to show the parents of the child that they are loved and respected. Most of the gifts are to bring joy and relief to the parents. They won't have to spend money buying what has already been given to the child as a gift. Never fail to show any parents that you love how much you love them and their new born baby by giving them wonderful baby gifts.
  • Building Self Esteem For Your Child  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Your child's self esteem is their mental foundation. A self-assured child is confident, secure, happy, well-adjusted and successful. They can solve problems that come their way, and it thrives under a loving parent's nurturing care. What are some good ways to built self esteem in your child?
  • Being Consistent With Your Kids  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Consistency is key to successfully teaching your child right from wrong when disciplining them. It keeps small misdeeds and bad behaviors from later becoming bigger misdeeds and worse behaviors. You have to stand firm and mean it when you say, "Turn off the television now"or "no dessert after dinner because you didn't touch your dinner." Consistency teaches your child there are defined consequences for
  • Build A Connect With Your Child  By : Jerald Shapiro
    We all want to connect and be involved with our child. Children of involved parents generally feel more confident, assured and have a higher level of self esteem. They excel in school and do well in extracurricular activities and with their hobbies. But is there such a thing as too much involvement? It's imperative when you're becoming involved with your school-aged child's activities and academics
  • Have A Clear Expectation Of Your Child  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Sometimes it can be very challenging to communicate anything with your child. Setting clear expectations regarding what's acceptable behavior and what isn't imperative to successfully teaching your child right from wrong. If the parameters are muddled or the child learns that in one situation the rules hold true yet in another situation the same rule does not, it makes for confusion and frustration on both
  • Create Chores So Your Child Can Grow  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Chores can help develop a sense of responsibility and self worth in your child. It should be understood by all family members they are expected and necessary to a household running successfully and efficiently. They can help create a sense of unity and family and is a great place for your child to learn about teamwork. Parents should take special care to handle the delegation of chores to children so
  • Keep Tract Of Your Childs' Chores  By : Jerald Shapiro
    It can be very frustrating to ask your child over and over again to complete their chores without them ever getting done. If this describes your house to a tee, consider designing a chore chart. Chores might include taking out the garbage, doing the dishes, cleaning their room, yard work or putting laundry in the laundry room. Each chore has to be done just once or twice a week. Anything more is
  • Be Proud Of Your Child's Uniqueness  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Just like a snowflake or a fingerprint, every child is unique in their own special way. Every child has a unique way of feeling, thinking, and interacting with others. Some children are shy, while others are outgoing; some are active, while others are calm; some are fretful, while others are easy-going. As a loving and nurturing parent, it's your job to encourage them to embrace their uniqueness and
  • Different Ways To Build Your Childs' Self Esteem  By : Jerald Shapiro
    It's often been said that children learn what they live. So if you're looking for a place to start helping your child build positive self esteem and self value, then you should show them your positive sense of self and strong self esteem. Be positive when you speak about yourself and highlight your strengths. This will teach your child that it's okay to be proud of their talents, skills and abilities. Your
  • When your child cries what should you do?  By : JuliaArticleSub
    Crying is a physiological process in the life of a normal baby. All to communicate with others.Sine they can not express their feelings in words crying is the only way for communication. If an uncomfortable feeling she just cry.Normally babies cry in situations like hunger, wetting also heat or cold, tight cloaths, pain ect. Some children need the presence of someone else will cry simply.Crying without any cause in some normal babies.
  • Is Daycare The Right Option For Your Child?  By : Simone Butler
    Childcare can be a problem when both parents are working, whether full or part time. Daycare is a popular option, but is it the best choice for your child?
  • Be Patience While Teaching Your Kids  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Children are inquisitive by nature. When they are younger, it's usually because they want to better understand something. When they are older, it's because they want to better understand why you think something is important and why they should also feel the same way. Regardless of their age, it's imperative that when setting forth the rules and expectations in your home, your child understands there is
  • Have Patience And Listen To Your Kids  By : Jerald Shapiro
    Communicating with our children can be a difficult task at times. We feel like they're not listening to us; they feel like we're not listening to them. Good listening and communications skills are essential to successful parenting. Your child's feelings, views and opinions have worth, and you should make sure you take the time to sit down and listen openly and discuss them honestly.
  • Everything You Need To Know About Babywearing With Baby Slings  By :
    Babywearing frees up both hands to help you get on with your day while still keeping your baby close. This article was written in collaboration with Karen Levi, the inventor of the My Baby Nest.
  • Seven Parenting Tips for Single Moms  By : Rana Williamson
    As a single mother, it is normal to find every day a challenge, a struggle to balance the roles of an earning for and nurturing a child. Though there are days which are more trying than others, with a little organization and planning you would be able to handle just fine. Here are a few tips that would help you along in your task.
  • Poker tips v1.0 - Games & Entertainment::Casino & Gambling Software  By : Michael Sigouin
    Easy to use links to poker tips. Shows the finer points of poker.
  • Buying a Twin Stroller Soon? Tips for You!  By : kirby
    What makes people buy certain things like twin strollers? What motivates them to choose a particular brand over others? Do they do research on strollers before they buy or would they rather rely on the opinions and testimonials of other parents who have purchased twin strollers in the past?
  • Modern Television Shows for Kids  By : Rokai Kolam
    Television is a kid’s best friend. Outside seeing the vivid colors and the various TV productions that are made by most kids TV networks
  • Coloring Pages as an Educational Tool  By : Isaiah Find
    Besides being a great entertainment, a coloring page can help in motivating children to understand and explore concepts that they would otherwise be uninterested in, such as anatomy, physiology, technology and values.
  • How To Find An Appropriate Nanny  By : Kristan Shildmyer
    Finding an appropriate nanny for your child is a tough job. And it’s best if you have a choice of 2 nannies to enable comparisons and determine which would be more suitable…
  • Cannabis / Marijuana Information - What Every Parent Should Know  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    General Cannabis / Marijuana information for parents and concerned family members. How is it used and what are the dangers. Learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse
  • Cocaine Information - Signs, Symptoms and Facts  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    Cocaine information - useful facts, statistics and information on cocaine. How it is used, the dangers, symptoms of abuse and how you can recognise them. This is essential reading for parents worried about their teenagers!
  • Watch for the Signs of Child Bullying  By : Bertil Hjert
    Here are some warning signs to make you aware of the fact that your child is getting bullied. Think of providing assistance to your child immediately if he behaves as described here.
  • Effective Measures to Prevent Cyber Bullying  By : Bertil Hjert
    Cyber bullying has become very common these days. In case your child has suffered from this, you must take it seriously. It is important to discourage your child from responding to cyber bullying. Here are some important steps to protect your child.
  • Tips for Social Skills with ADD  By : Bertil Hjert
    Attention Deficit Disorder or ADD is a condition that’s characterized by behavioral & learning disorders. These are usually diagnosed in children. Sometimes, the disorder lingers on till adulthood. It is very important to improve social skills if you want to treat the disease effectively. Read more about this here.
  • Tips to Manage ADD and ADHD  By : Bertil Hjert
    ADD is an acronym for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is a condition where the patient is not able to maintain attention for a good period of time. Other symptoms include impulsive behavior and motor restlessness. ADD is a serious disorder. It results in depression, relationship inattentiveness, and behavioral problems. Read here about some steps to cope with this disorder.
  • Autism - Special Diet for Autism  By : Bertil Hjert
    According to experts autism can be linked with different types of food allergies & sensitivities. Experts provide adept treatment for autism via prescribing special diet to the child. Here you can read more about this.
  • Autism - Possible Treatments Available for Autism  By : Bertil Hjert
    There is a plethora of autism treatments available, and every child has different needs. Here are some of the common treatments prescribed by the professionals for autism.
  • Turn your garden into an outdoor play environment with fun-filled outdoor toys  By : Daniel Collins
    As the summer approaches, it's time to turn our simple gardens into outdoor play environments, in order to foster child development with exercise, fun outdoor toys and lots of fresh air.
  • A minute with Keren Levi: Babywearing - Baby Wrap  By :
    An inside look at the world of babywearing with baby slings wraps and carriers with Keren Levi, founder of My Baby Nest™.
  • Dealing With The Stress Of Being A Parent  By : Simone Butler
    Parenting can be a stressful experience at times, and you might not have the chance to indulge in traditional stress-busting activities because you need to look after your children. There are, however, plenty of ways you can reduce your stress levels with activities that actively involve your kids.
  • How NOT to Detect a Child Molester  By : Jerry McMullin MA
    Although parents know the dangers of child abuse and want to protect their children, child molesters are hard to detect. If asked to characterize a child molester, parents might miss the mark in a variety of categories. To access victims more easily, many molesters know the importance of appearances and have the skills needed to look normal to parents and other child care givers.
  • Stop Bullying and Save Your Child  By : Bertil Hjert
    Most people tend to ignore bullying as they think that it happens to all. You don’t have to accept that. You can do a lot to stop bullying. Here are some important and effective steps that you can take in order to stop bullying in its tracks.
  • Stop the Cyber Bullies from Troubling Your Child  By : Bertil Hjert
    Cyber bullying is a term used for harassment, embarrassment, humiliation or threatening faced by a child via the World Wide Web. One needs to take preventive steps to stop cyberbullying and saving children from getting victimized. Here are some measures you can use once the cyber bullying has started.
  • How to Prevent and Stop Bullying Before it is Too Late  By : Bertil Hjert
    Victims of bullying are unable to find out way to stop becoming subjects to this vice. This is the reason that most adults are finding out ways to prevent bullying. Experts feel that bullying must be handled carefully & quickly. Here you can read more about some expert tips.
  • Autism Symptoms - Look for the Warning Signs of Autism  By : Bertil Hjert
    Autism is a type of bio neurological disorder that tends to affect the ability of a person to interact socially & communicate in an effective manner. There are several symptoms that would suggest you a child with Autism. The symptoms vary from one individual to the other. However, there is a common connection between the core symptoms in the areas you can read about here.
  • How to Live with Autism – Some Measures to Cope Up with Autism  By : Bertil Hjert
    Living with Autism can involve a lot of stress for the individual as well as the family members. There is no cure for this disorder. The treatment provided varies from one person to another. One requires to practice a lot of patience and consistency in order to live with autism and enjoy life. Here are some important steps to follow when living with Autism.
  • Grounds for Autism Development - Why and How to Cure  By : Bertil Hjert
    You need to understand the fact that autism has no cure. However, there are a lot of treatments available to make people live with autism an easier task. Autism can be treated with the following therapies described here.
  • Parental control software – know what your child is doing  By : Kassia Macy
    The internet is the hottest thing that appeals to children of all ages. Teens are especially interested in what the internet has to offer, but your youngest are no exception. Even though the internet is also called the informational highway, it is also the place where your children can get in trouble.
  • 10 Tips for Road Travel with Babies  By : Kim Johnson
    Babies have many needs, and unfortunately the only way they express it is either by smiles or tears. For many of you who like to take long road trips with the baby, tears are the last thing you want. Given below are some tips to plan your travel more efficiently and make your road trip fun and hassle free.
  • 8 Must Haves for the New Mom and the New Born  By : Kim Hart
    Pregnancy is probably one of the most beautiful times in a woman's life. Gathering essential care products for both mom and baby bring a sense of comfort and ease to the stress of being a new mother.
  • Baby Names  By : Elisha
    Baby names for mothers, by a mother.
  • First activity, how to keep eye on the baby  By : Angeline Minster
    You want to buy a baby bouncer but have many questions like why do I need a baby bouncer, what to draw my attention at or is it safe for my baby? Sure, you are absolutely right. If you want to get more information regarding baby bouncers and take some piece of advice from an expert in this sphere, follow the article below.
  • Types and Uses of Baby Slings  By : Constantine Balbozar
    Baby slings come in a variety of colours, they are made using a variety of materials and accommodate for a variety of uses. This article outlines the basic types of baby slings and their uses
  • How to Keep Busy for Days in a Casino Without Gambling  By : Lindsy Jackson
    If you are going to a casino for a vacation but you are not such a big gambler there are many different ways to keep yourself occupied?
  • Get the latest news on parenting in this modern day and age  By : ginocarpio
    MumCentre is a online resource for mothers. Find useful information on pregnancy, baby, birth, breastfeeding, nursing rooms, child care, kindergartens
  • Your Child and Home Drug Tests  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    Home drug tests can be a lifeline to parents who feel their child or teenager may be taking drugs but who are frightened initially to seek help. The internet now provides parents with a means of obtaining information and advice about drug use anonymously, and this anonymity can be preserved a stage further by using home drug testing to ascertain whether or not their child requires professional help.
  • What Should You Pay Your Babysitter  By : Arthor Pens
    Being that your babysitter will be taking care of your young loved ones, you want to be careful and put a lot of thought into making a decision of which babysitter is best for you.
  • Enjoy Marketing your Small Business  By : Susan Smith
    Have you already chalked out a fantastic plan to start of a new small business? You surely have your budget and products/services ready for the customer to see. But how on earth, will the customer know about your existence, if you don’t market yourself? Marketing is an integral part of business and requires time, effort and money. If you think you can put in time and effort but cannot afford the expenses involved, try out the following marketing ideas.
  • Get Rid of Working Mom’s Guilt  By : Susan Smith
    Focus on what is possible for you and your family because you work instead of things that you feel you’re missing out on. Do your kids have good healthcare coverage because of your work?
  • 7 Tips to Help Busy Parents Juggle Work and Family  By : Susan Smith
    As a busy parent you know how overwhelming things can get as you try to juggle work and family responsibilities (not to mention finding some time for yourself). We wish we could offer you a few extra hours in a day, but instead we’ve gathered some great tips to help you get through your busy days.
  • Great Tips about a Sling for Baby  By :
    The following article lists the benefits of babywearing.
  • Expert advice regarding baby bouncers  By : Angela Minister
    You want to buy a baby bouncer but have many questions like why do I need a baby bouncer, what to draw my attention at or is it safe for my baby? Sure, you are absolutely right. If you want to get more information regarding baby bouncers and take some piece of advice from an expert in this sphere, follow the article below.
  • Random Drug Testing in our Schools  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    Drug use amongst young people is an increasing trend, yet the public perception of the suitability / effectiveness of random drugs testing at school is relatively uncertain. This article contains statistics and the results of several important studies.
  • Recent Drug Abuse Statistics  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    Recently, the results of the Scottish Crime and Victimisation Survey (SCVS) 2006 were released, along with the Scottish Schools Adolescent Lifestyle and Substance Use Survey (SALSUS) 2006, giving an insight into the prevalence of drug abuse in Scotland in all age groups. Of course, these statistics are very similar to the rest of the UK and give us valuable statistical information on the current level of drug use in both children and adults.
  • My Child Steals  By : Arthor Pens
    There are many reasons why children may take things that do not belong to them. Parents need to become more concerned when they see a repeated pattern of stealing.
  • Learning to Read with Phonics  By : Herman Reeder
    Teaching children to read accurately and fluently seems like such a straightforward and simple task but the reality is that many children suffer from some form of learning disability and really require a little more then what is offered in most schools.
  • Why is it Necessary for Teens to Learn Computer Skills?  By : jjunvilla
    The teens want computer skills in order to become competitive in their upcoming careers and to give them ease in their day-to-day activities. Computers become indispensable tools to the teenagers.
  • What the Teens Should Consider in Choosing their Career  By : jjunvilla
    One way to understand the teens is their choice of career. In pursuing the right career, the teens want the right information, advice and guidance. This is a very important factor because choosing a wrong career would result to a waste of so much time, effort, money and would surely frustrate the teenagers.
  • Latest Drug Abuse Statistics in Young People  By : Christopher Evans - Drug-Aware.com
    This November, there have been several new UK studies released which indicate a frightening trend in the abuse of drugs and alcohol, which affects young people and their safety.
  • Statistics on Children Hit by Cars  By : Steve Mallard
    If facts and figures are your forte, then automobiles can certainly satisfy your interest. “Gentlemen, start your drum roll!” The fastest car in the world is the Ultima GTR. The 720 GTR zooms from 0 to 60 mph in a mind-boggling 2.6 seconds! Meanwhile, the world’s highest limousine (from ground to roof) measures 10 feet and 11 inches! (about 3.33 meters) What was the most expensive American car ever sold? That was a 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake, which was sold in January of 2007 for a whopping $5.5 million! However a sobering statistic that should be reduced to zero is the number of children who are injured or killed by cars every year. By slowing down traffic, we can improve street safety for kids.
  • The Benefits of Natural Parenting  By : Aja Cornelius
    Many people see natural parenting the way God has intended humans to bring up their children, i.e. as guided by your gut feelings. Millions of children are raised this way all over the world, and they are being raised very successfully. There are ...
  • Finding That Just Right Apartment  By : Jack Vallis
    For many people, hunting for a good home means looking for the right apartment. With the wide variety of apartments available these days, anyone can eventually find someplace to call home no matter what the budget and lifestyle.
  • Recommended vaccines for children  By : bdd7707
    We all know that in order to prevent serious illnesses from affecting our children we must take them to the doctor at predetermined periods for vaccination. Parents need to know when it is the most indicated moment for such a shot and against which disease is their child protected. In this article parents can find [...]
  • Your Baby And Teething  By : Simone Butler
    Teething can be a testing time for both baby and parent. This article provides information on what's involved, and gives some tips on how to make it more comfortable for your child.
  • Choosing the Right Bottle  By : bdd7707
    It is no secret these days that breastfeeding is best. This information comes at new mothers from every direction. Obstetricians, pediatricians, and parenting magazines all agree that breastfeeding is the way to go. So why are there so many different bottles on the shelves these days? Because not all mother’s are able to breastfeed and [...]
  • Winning an Athletic Scholarship; Everything you need to know.  By : Daniel Z. Kane
    Are you a high school athlete interested in intercollegiate athletics? If so, here are a few things you should know.
  • How to Deal with Your Child Being Kicked Out of School  By : Dr. Noel Swanson
    Once again the British press is full of discussion about children misbehaving in school. And once again the main solution seems to be "exclude the troublemakers from the classroom".
  • Your Child and TV  By : Dr. Noel Swanson.
    Most parents complain that their children watch too much television. In this age and time television is a fact of life. One doesn’t come across families that don't have one, or that never watch one. While there is nothing wrong with television per se one has to be selective when it comes to watching television and how much of it you can allow your children. Television is educational, informative, and uplifting. At the same time, a lot of what is shown on TV is nothing but drivel. It is nowhere near uplifting or educational, and shows certain behavior that is quite unacceptable and undesirable in most social circles. But, children are too small to discern the difference and make intelligent choices.
  • Your Best Friend Just Might Be A Bedwetting Alarm  By : Theresa Cahill and Jeff G
    For any parent who has ever entered a child's room in the morning to find the mattress, bedclothes, and child sopping wet, you know how frustrating the topic of bedwetting can be. For most young children, this happens in isolated, rare instances; however, for some, chronic bedwetting is a real problem. Thankfully, the use of a bedwetting alarm can ensure that accidents become a thing of the past.
  • The Most Common Parenting Mistake Of All  By : Andrea Flint
    It seems there are all kinds of rules to follow to make a success of parenting, but there's one mistake which is more common than any other: not trusting in your own ability to do the job. Find out why we're all perfectly qualified to make great parents.
  • Consistency is a Virtue that Pays Rich Dividends  By : Dr. Noel Swanson.
    If parents want to achieve success in child discipline, they must inculcate the virtue of consistency. It is the most important thing especially for parents that have issues regarding child discipline. It is true that it is not easy to remain consistent all the time. After all, you are human beings with normal human failings. And, children can be absolutely exasperating at times. So, you can only aim at achieving consistency, but it is worth making all the effort because it has good effect on your children and you can teach them the basic norms of good behavior with good results.
  • Consistency: The Key to Eliminating Child Behavior Problems  By : Dr. Noel Swanson.
    If parents want to achieve success in child discipline, they must inculcate the virtue of consistency. It is the most important thing especially for parents that have issues regarding child discipline. It is true that it is not easy to remain consistent all the time. After all, you are human beings with normal human failings. And, children can be absolutely exasperating at times. So, you can only aim at achieving consistency, but it is worth making all the effort because it has good effect on your children and you can teach them the basic norms of good behavior with good results.
  • Consistency: The Key to Eliminating Child Behavior Problems  By : Dr. Noel Swanson.
    If parents want to achieve success in child discipline, they must inculcate the virtue of consistency. It is the most important thing especially for parents that have issues regarding child discipline. It is true that it is not easy to remain consistent all the time. After all, you are human beings with normal human failings. And, children can be absolutely exasperating at times. So, you can only aim at achieving consistency, but it is worth making all the effort because it has good effect on your children and you can teach them the basic norms of good behavior with good results.
  • A Guide for Being the "Ultimate" Parent  By : Dr. Noel Swanson
    We all are familiar with bad parents, those that are critical of their children, intolerant, and self-absorbed. But how can you be a good parent? What do you need to do to give your children the very best start to life that you possibly can?
  • Have Reasonable Expectations from Your Children  By : Dr. Noel Swanson..
    Expectations are important in life as they form the foundation of our conduct and behavior. Parents have expectations that form a vague picture of what their children should grow up to be. These expectations are formed unconsciously from our own wants and desires.
  • Rewards versus Punishment  By : Dr. Noel Swanson..
    The rule of the thumb is that rewards work better than punishments in establishing child discipline. Parents need to lay more stress on positive reinforcement rather than punishment for bad behavior. Many people view discipline as a punishment system but that is not necessarily so. Indeed, you can eliminate punishment altogether if you reward good behavior. Children, no matter how big they are, always seek parental approval. Punishment, on the other hand, makes them defiant, stubborn and obstinate.
  • Teenagers - Surviving those child behavioral problem years.  By : Dr. Noel Swanson..
    Parents look forward to their child reaching the teenage years with much excitement and many expectations. While children become more independent as teenagers physically, but emotionally and psychologically they need more attention. This is the stage when the adolescent feels confused about various things. The first thing that confuses them is that they are not children any more and not adults yet. For parents this stage is joyful as well as a situation that brings with it new and interesting child discipline challenges.
  • Working together – An Important Parenting Skill  By : Dr. Noel Swanson..
    There is nothing more important to be said in parenting advice than working together in raising your children and establishing child discipline. It also needs to be said that it goes for all children of a relationship. Even if they belong to a previous relationship, the two people who make up their parents need to work together to form their children's discipline plan.
  • Help! My Child Refuses to Attend School!  By : Dr. Noel Swanson..
    "I need help! My 9 year old daughter has started resisting school. She misses several days every week, complaining of tummy or head aches. When I try to talk to her she screams and cries. She acts as if she's terrified to go."

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