Parenting Blog & Articles

With new social media applications launched every day, it’s often difficult for parents to stay informed and monitor which are the safest and which are …

Three pivotal events mark the development of a toddler: the first word, the first step, and potty training. Generally, a child doesn’t need too much …

What is it about a zip line that makes people laugh as soon as they launch themselves on a fast and furious ride on what …

The earsplitting screams of a baby can irritate the sweetest soul. It can also aggravate postpartum depression and compromise the health of the mother. Since …

There are all kinds of ways to celebrate Independence Day. An excellent way to spend quality time bonding with your kids is to make decorations …

      Being a parent always comes with a certain amount of anxiety. Today, the news is full of horrific tales of school shootings …

On June 18th, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially added Video Game Addiction to its publication, The International Classification of Diseases (ICD). While the United …

          Summer vacation is a concept that gets significant attention in the United States. People argue whether it’s long enough or …

Children who learn to swim by the age of five gain significant developmental advantages compared with kids who don’t start the activity at a young …

Before you prepare your first cup of coffee each morning, do you already feel exhausted and overwhelmed? These are just two signs of parental burnout. …

Open communication results in each family member feeling loved and respected. It also makes it easier to handle conflicts when they arise. The basics of …

Three months ago, I lost my mother to cancer. Her death was very sudden and unexpected because no one, including my mother herself, knew she …

Connectedness is the mutual emotional bond between parents and children that lasts over time. Connectedness creates a sense of belonging and feeling safe and secure. …

Since 1991, the psychological well-being of teenagers (self-esteem, life satisfaction, and happiness) along with the amount of time teens spent in various activities has been …

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Cincinnati Children’s Research Foundation looked at differences in brain activity comparing the times children spent on screens …

I was told this recently by a parent wanting an evaluation for her child’s difficult behavior and problems staying focused.  We are seeing more toddler’s …

Few parenting challenges are quite as terrifying as handling a teenager. Sure, potty training may seem like an endless battle at the time, but it …

Other animals don’t have to do household chores, but in nature, purposeful play is typical. When a kitten pounces on a ball of wool, it’s …

For a parent, there are few worse experiences than losing sight of a young child in a public place, such as a mall or a …

Developing a secure attachment with your child can help them in many ways. Children with a strong bond with a parent/guardian are more likely to …

Children have their own innate interests and parents should always encourage them. But subjects like astronomy needs an introduction, as its presence in our day …

Often the things children see and hear on the news or on websites that cover the news may be confusing and alarming. Even if you …

You may or may not advocate handwritten thank-you notes in your home; no doubt, you have your reasons either way. Some folks believe the practice …

In the age of video games, cell phones, and computers, it isn’t hard for teenagers to find something to do on a rainy day. But …

One of the biggest challenges modern parents face is instilling respect in their children. This isn’t an issue in which you can just tell your child, …

Remember last winter, with its record-setting snow? And the 82 snow days your kids had? Well, this winter is predicted to be even snowier, so …

By Susie Yakowicz Is family night becoming a bore for your teen and young adult children? Finding ways to keep older kids entertained at home …

Each Christmas brings a new crop of “must have” toys and games.  If your child has one of those on his/her list, check out reviews …

The holidays are exciting, what with all the cookies, lights and too-cute specials on TV, but pause for a moment to consider how all that …

Parents intuitively know that food can impact their child’s behavior and mood. We know that sweets, for example, can cause bouts of hyperactivity. But mood-altering …

Are your kids wide awake when they should be sleeping? This typical scenario causes misery the following day when everyone’s overtired. If you want your …

It’s impossible to ignore the fact that the coming generations will be growing up with more and more technology. It’s everywhere and impossible to hide …

Talking to your teen is often challenging in the first place, and bringing up a touchy subject such as depression makes it even more difficult. …

It’s not always easy to stay close to your partner and kids while working full-time. Many people find themselves feeling like they have to choose …

The Internet has become a part of everyday life, and it’s hard for the younger generation to imagine a day without it. As well as …

Setting firm boundaries with your relatives is hard. Whether you love them too much to say no or loathe how quickly they get under your …