Congratulations, you’re a new parent! At this point, you are probably worrying about the practical matters surrounding how you are supposed to take care of a baby, but you should also be thinking long-term. As soon as the child is born (or even before), there are a few steps you need to take to ensure …
When kids head back to school each year, it’s an exciting time with new school supplies, new clothes and new beginnings. Some kids and teenagers, though, feel more anxiety than excitement at the thought of a new school year. Here are a few suggestions to help them face the year with more confidence and kick …
What is Authoritative Parenting? A parent with an authoritative style is demanding, but also responsive. Demanding: Parents have high yet reasonable expectations and set rules to guide their children’s decision making. Responsive: Parents have a high degree of warmth and nurturing where children’s thoughts, opinions and feelings are taken into consideration. Being responsive is the …
What is an Uninvolved Parent? Uninvolved Parenting, also known as neglectful parenting, is neither demanding nor responsive. Not Demanding: Parents have little to no expectations for their children’s behavior. Not Responsive: Parents are neglectful of their children’s needs. Some examples of uninvolved parenting include: “You’re on your own” mindset Parents expect children to raise themselves …
What is an Authoritarian Parent? Two things define authoritarian parenting: high demands and low responsiveness. High Demands: Parents have expectations that children follow directions with no explanations, lots of restrictions and harsh punishments. Low Responsiveness: Parents don’t consider child’s circumstances or feelings. Authoritarian parents are often stern, strict, cold, and aloof to their child’s emotional …
Do you find yourself saying or thinking any of these things: “I’m worried that if I discipline my child, she will be upset with me and that will ruin our relationship.” “He doesn’t eat all his food during meal time, which results in my whole day trying to get him to eat his food.” ” …
It’s important to recognize your parenting style. With that recognition comes the ability to make adjustments to your parenting, so that your children will grow up to be happy responsible adults.
It can be a lot of fun to dress children up for formal family occasions. Once they’re dressed they can look so cute and handsome in their clothes. These formal occasions can range from christenings to weddings. Having our children looking their best can really add to the mood of special occasions. For a christening, …
Recently I wrote about how being healthy and fit makes you better parent. In my experience I find this to be true and that’s one of my motivations to be healthy and fit. Last November I decided to register for an ultramarathon. The particular race (Squaw Peak 50) that I signed up for I have …
My wife and I are now the parents of two – a toddler and an infant. Our new addition arrived at the beginning of February. My brother-in-law commented that having two means playing one-on-one defense with the kids. Once you have three it is zone defense from there on out. Since we can play one-on-one …