Parenting Advice, Tips and Resources

Parenting is a very serious and important responsibility of parents. For single mom this responsibility is more difficult, as they are the only parent around. They have to play the roles of educator, enforcer, caregiver, comforting parent. Read here advice on how to handle parenting issues. This section also provides information on parenting children with special needs, homeschooling, parenting resources for all ages, and much more.

When Kids Say Bad Words

Bad Words

Children will often latch on to certain bad words and use them sparingly. Some kids may yell them out in a fit of anger, while others may use them to impress peers, yet others could say them out since they feel it gets them attention. Whatever be the … Read More »

Talking About the Tooth Fairy and Other Realities

Santa

Children can get attached to things very quickly. They put in a lot of emotion into their stories and right from believing that their favorite super hero is real to imagining themselves with those powers, kids can do it all. While telling your kid … Read More »

On Vacation with a Sick Toddler

First aid kit

Family vacations are a lot of fun and help to create some fantastic memories. However those of us who have taken infants and toddlers on vacations know that it often happens that kids fall sick and the vacation plans are ruined. Since most of us plan … Read More »

Teaching Children the Concept of Money

Money

Money is a large part of our lives and it is important that our kids understand that it does not grow on trees. Since as parents we are mostly the providers for our kids and this means that the children do not really get to know the value of money. … Read More »

A Mother’s Gift

Happy Mother Day

It isn't in the way we dress or how we look. It isn't the car we drive or the things we have. It isn't the size of our home or the money in our bank account that defines a good parent, a mother. It is just you. It is the time you make for your … Read More »

Helping Children Exercise More

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Obesity is a very real problem afflicting our kids. The number of ailments that obesity brings along with it is well known. As mothers it is very important that we ensure that our kids are not getting obese, and take every step possible in this … Read More »

Tips to Ensure Your Child Is Safe From Abuse

Abuse

As parents we can never imagine anyone abusing our children. However, children are innocent and very easy to fool and this is reason why they can fall into trouble very easily. As much as we love our children's innocence, we need to teach them how to … Read More »

7 Easy Ways to Put Compassion Into Action

Compassion

Happy May! For my family, that means this is Compassion Month, the time every year when we focus on this incredibly powerful value. In this excerpt from my book, I define what compassion means to me: (My son) asked me what compassion actually is. … Read More »

Age Appropriate Entertainment Ideas for Kids Birthday Parties

Kids Birthday Parties

Right from thinking up of individual games to craft as well as team games, you could take your pick. Depending on the theme of the party as well as your child’s personal tastes, think up of games, which are not mundane and boring. Kids do love the … Read More »

Teaching Children Healthy Eating Habits

Healthy Eating Habits

Children usually have great metabolisms and the level of physical activity is also high in their lives. This is the reason why most kids can eat absolutely anything and get away with it. However, while these kids may be able to digest almost any type … Read More »

When There’s No “He” in She

No He in She

“Mommy, why won’t daddy answer my phone calls or call me back?” was my son’s question – at the age of six- after the umpteenth time of trying to get in touch with his dad.  How do you answer that question?  Honestly, is how I tried, “I … Read More »

Helping your Child Understand Religion

Christian church

Religion is all around us and even if you are an Atheist, you will find yourself explaining religion to your child sooner or later. Religion can be very confusing for a child since it does not follow a set pattern always. There are so many streams … Read More »

Fighting Bed Wetting

Bed Wetting

Initially infants are not able to control natures call and that is why we have a need or diapers. However, over time as kids grow up they get potty trained and we can kiss diapers good bye. Some kids will come out of diapers a bit early while others … Read More »

A Mom on a Mission

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A few years back, I was feeling particularly overwhelmed as a mother. I felt like every minute of my day was jam packed with responsibilities and obligations. You know what I mean – I had to meet an important deadline at work by 1PM yet somehow … Read More »

Payback

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You don't always see the results of how you raise your children until they are much older. Oh sure, you might see the child who is kind, shares well with others, has a good heart for the less fortunate, but the true person they will grow into emerges … Read More »

Dealing with a Stubborn Teen

Stubborn Teen

Teenagers can give most parents nightmares and an argumentative teen, who will not back down is not easy to handle, especially for a single mom. Arguments are no good and just like you do not like to hang out with people who argue with you all the … Read More »

Kids Birthday Parties – An Opportunity to Teach Table Manners

Table Manners

Even though birthday celebrations are usually pure fun, there is no harm in sneaking in a few educational tips as well. While you are planning your kid’s birthday cuisine remember that it is an ideal time to teach them about table manners. Though … Read More »

Keeping up with the Jones, JR’s

Keeping up with the Jones

“I love my new laptop.”  “Hit me on my cell.”  “You should download this song on your IPod.”  Does this sound like adults?  Yes it does; however, I’m mocking 8, 9, 10 and 11 year olds.  Yes, children that young have their own … Read More »

Overcome Kid’s Bedtime Issues

Bedtime

We sleep so that our body rests and recuperates and is ready for another day of activities. Lack of sleep can cause some serious ailments in a person and is the first indicator of poor health. While this sleep is very important in our adult life, it … Read More »

Helping your Child Deal with Grief

Deal with Grief

Losing someone close is not easy for anyone; however, it seems to affect children in the worst possible way. While as adults we are much more capable of finding our feet even after the tragedy, kids can feel completely lost, and fear can overtake … Read More »