Author: Becky Danielson, M.Ed.Does the thought of traveling with your children fill you with joyful anticipation or overwhelming dread? Vacation time with kids can be a bit of both! With spring break looming and travel plans for summer vacations underway, now is the time to start planning.Really,…
By Rebecca DouglasLove is in the air and Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Here are some easy ideas to have a festive Valentine's Day with your little loved one.LOVE NOTES: A love note in the lunch box from mommy or daddy is much appreciated anytime but around Valentine's Day…
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for families to gather, celebrating the gift we have in our relationships with one another and the blessings we have been given. Growing an attitude of gratitude in children is a foundational piece of parenting. Recognizing both the large and small gifts in life and…
Although we would all love to sit down as a family and eat healthy meals together more often, it's sometimes hard to co-ordinate everyone's schedule. You have to get the kids to soccer practice, music lessons and/or part-time jobs while working long hours.Believe it or not, it is possible for busy…
Whether your "official" summer is now or next week, surviving can be a real challenge for many families. The transition from bedtimes and study time to sleeping late and all-day munching can be overwhelming for even the most prepared parent. The trick is to avoiding day-after-day of the same old…
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Does your child pester you about doing work around the house to earn a few extra bucks? Even toddlers get a little kick in their step when you toss them a few coins. Around the age of thirteen, teens have an urge to earn money for themselves, especially if you do not supply them with an allowance.
It's that time of year! Who am I kidding? They beg and plead for toys year round… but Christmas especially!
