I recently gathered my kids and watched "Storyland Yoga" by Playful Planet. It's a DVD showcasing yoga moves geared towards kids by incorporating animation and storytelling along with live action of kids doing the yoga moves themselves All I can say is that this DVD was an … [Read more...] about Storyland Yoga
Do Thumb-Sucking and Pacifiers Ruin Kids’ Teeth?
Since both of my boys sucked their thumbs, I've been aware of the effects of thumb-sucking and pacifier use on the development of children's teeth. When we first started taking our children to a dentist, the staff reinforced the importance of my boys transitioning out of this … [Read more...] about Do Thumb-Sucking and Pacifiers Ruin Kids’ Teeth?
Managing Family Care
Taking care of your family is an immense responsibility. When that responsibility involves providing care for both children, and elderly parents, it becomes infinitely more challenging. The unique demands placed on caregivers in these situations often begin to wear on their … [Read more...] about Managing Family Care
Internet Safety for Children
Do you know what your child is doing on the Internet? How can you insure your Child's Safety while surfing the net? How do I get my child off the computer at bedtime? If these aren't questions you are asking yourself then maybe you should be.You may be asking yourself right … [Read more...] about Internet Safety for Children
How to Encourage Creativity in Children
Many artists relish the act of making art because it is reminiscent of the creative freedom they had as children, when they were unburdened by artistic "rules" or the opinions of others. Children are naturally creative, eager to explore the world around them and express what … [Read more...] about How to Encourage Creativity in Children
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to