Giving teens an allowance can help them learn how to manage money. But what do you do when your teen keeps running for you for cash anyway? "I'll just advance next week!" they say, or "I'll pay you from my next babysitting job." … [Read more...] about When teens keep borrowing money
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6 tips for successful playdates
Playdates are fun, with the proper planning and precaution. Toddlers are still learning social skills, and their natural sense of territory (and poor handle on their emotions) can mean plenty of tantrums. Here are some secrets to keeping playdates fun. Teach sharing More than telling your toddler how to do something, show him. If your little ones observe you … [Read more...] about 6 tips for successful playdates
How to deal with playdate tantrums
Playdates can help toddlers develop social skills (and give moms a chance to meet and actually have adult conversation). But between happily playing with building blocks and sharing cookies, there will be the inevitable tantrum. How can moms deal with these meltdowns? … [Read more...] about How to deal with playdate tantrums
What parents can do to prevent bullying
There's a bully in every school, but how can we protect our child from being one of his victims? It is their right to feel safe and protected. How can you work with the school to create a bully-free environment? Ask about school policies Concerned parents can band together and approach the school administration to ask for their policies regarding respect and tolerance. … [Read more...] about What parents can do to prevent bullying
Decode contradicting toddler behavior
We wish toddlers came with a manual, especially when their behavior is so contradictory. That's because toddlers are struggling with conflicting feelings and they don't know how to say what they want—or even know what they want! Here's how moms can help. … [Read more...] about Decode contradicting toddler behavior