Your school’s occupational therapist can assist your child with their independence by helping them with such things as sitting, writing, eating snacks, and cutting with scissors.
Preparing for a new baby can keep expectant parents oh so busy. When these parents are also preparing to sell their current home and move to a new one, things can get downright overwhelming. Each process is considered among life’s biggest events and transitions. So, it’s important for these parents to do everything they can …
No doubt, this whole undertaking is made even more challenging when you are a busy parent who also has to juggle childcare and household responsibilities.
Traveling with the family can be rewarding. Unfortunately, it can also be expensive, not to mention stressful. But there are practical ways you can save money and still ensure your family vacation becomes one for the scrapbook. Travel During the Off-Season Most families tend to travel in the summer or during school breaks. Depending on …
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.” ” …
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 …