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12/04/2010
IconDuring the holidays, many parents get their children to behave by saying "you better be good or Santa won't bring you toys!" Since it usually works, it's tempting to use this trick. More >>

Tags: commitment, Family/Relationships - Children, Holidays, Marriage, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Parenting
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11/29/2010
IconSharing the fabulous flavors of the Holidays with your new baby is an experience that you'll cherish. Socializing is part of the fun too, so reserve a seat (high chair) at or near the dining room table for baby to join in the celebration.  More >>

Tags: Baby, Family/Relationships - Children, Holiday, Holidays, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Parenting
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11/15/2010
IconA few Teen Commandments about what we should provide for our kids: "Take me shopping." "Thou shall give me what I want." "Thou shalt spoil me rotten." "Thou shalt leave everything to your kids when you die." "Thou shalt shower thy youth in riches." These are the same teens who wisely ask parents to set rules and enforce them, provide discipline, hold them accountable, and be role models. However, when these same kids start thinking about money, different things come out of their mouths. Suddenly they sound like shallow, petulant brats. More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Children, Family/Relationships - Family, Family/Relationships - Teens, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Parenting, Relationships, Relatives, Teens
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11/08/2010
IconGeotags make it very easy for friends, relatives, bosses, spouses, parents, enemies, law enforcement, stalkers and thieves to know exactly where you are... More >>

Tags: Character, Courage, Conscience, Character-Courage-Conscience, Morals, Ethics, Values, Personal Responsibility, Planned Parenthood, Social Issues, Values
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10/23/2010
IconThe National Safety Council has put together some holiday tips to keep children safety this Halloween... More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Character, Courage, Conscience, Character-Courage-Conscience, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Children, Family/Relationships - Family, Family/Relationships - Teens, Morals, Ethics, Values, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Parenting, Personal Responsibility, Relatives, Safety Tips, Stay-at-Home Mom, Teens, Tips, Values
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10/18/2010
IconWhen I was a coach for an extra-curricular activity, trying to plan practices, I was surprised how many children had commitments almost every day of the week!  More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Children, Family/Relationships - Family, Family/Relationships - Teens, Parenting, Relationships, Relatives, Teens
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10/11/2010
Icon"My homework is done!" Imagine hearing the words above, before having to ask the question. Wouldn't it be wonderful to know that the homework was complete and your child was ahead? More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Eat Less-Move More, Education, Exercise, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Children, Family/Relationships - Teens, Health, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Parenting, Personal Responsibility, Teens
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10/01/2010
IconIt is true the expertise of the school faculty is to help provide your child with an education. It is also your job to support that end. One of the biggest challenges is many parents do not feel skilled at educating their kids, and many times the techniques or ways their kids are being taught can be difficult for parents to understand at teach at home... More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Character, Courage, Conscience, Character-Courage-Conscience, Education, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Children, Family/Relationships - Family, Family/Relationships - Teens, Morals, Ethics, Values, Parenting, Personal Responsibility, Relatives, School, Social Issues, Teaching, Teens, Values
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09/25/2010
IconA time-out is something one takes or is given when one needs a break from their surroundings. A time-out is what we need when we're sad and want to be alone... More >>

Tags: Character, Courage, Conscience, Character-Courage-Conscience, Health, Morals, Ethics, Values, Personal Responsibility, Values
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09/16/2010
IconWhen asked what makes them happy at school, kids most often answer: friends! Children have better attitudes about education and learning when they have friends at school... More >>

Tags: Adult Child-Parent, Character, Courage, Conscience, Character-Courage-Conscience, Education, Family/Relationships - Adult Child/Parent, Family/Relationships - Family, Family/Relationships - Teens, Friends, Friendships, Motherhood, Motherhood-Fatherhood, Personal Responsibility, Relatives, School, Teaching, Teens, Values
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