It is becoming increasingly difficult to provide children with healthy foods, especially for those school aged children. Providing nutrition at school has not become a hot topic and schools' are beginning to change menus, and provide more eating options for children. School's … [Read more...] about Nutrition at School
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Home Remedies for Drug Addiction
There is little that can be more heartbreaking for a parent than having a child addicted to drugs and or alcohol. The recurring cycle of hope and despair, from promises to do better and disappointment when the almost inevitable continuation of the addictive cycle resumes; it is … [Read more...] about Home Remedies for Drug Addiction
Getting To School On Time
Seeing a big yellow school bus instantly reminds me of Chelsey and Katie’s experiences catching a ride; frantic searches for things to cram in their backpack and teeth half brushed after a leisurely breakfast. It was not always an easy issue for me and my fellow Parents Anonymous … [Read more...] about Getting To School On Time
Homework Approach For Parents
“My children were such fun – until homework entered the picture.” ~ Anonymous Parent Homework is necessary to reinforce what kids learn during the day, according to educators, but it can drive a wedge between parents and children at times. What can be done to change … [Read more...] about Homework Approach For Parents
My First Parents Anonymous Meeting
I was losing it with my daughter and needed help; my plea was answered by many other parents. Chelsey and Katie were pretty good kids but after we moved to Long Branch, New Jersey, homework became a nightmare for Chelsey and me. The school had not received the transfer … [Read more...] about My First Parents Anonymous Meeting
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to