Perhaps the most effective way to determine the value of an idea is to determine the negative effects that occur when that concept is missing.
Let’s examine the power of human touch regarding children and the accompanying effects that can result from insufficient physical contact.
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We Are More Than Beautiful
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Teaching Children to Organize Their Possessions: Five Tips for Parents
If you’d look under the children’s beds or in the playrooms of most houses, you might think there is no way to get your kids organized. ...
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My good friend Sarah recently repeated this conversation to us, and we laughed until we could laugh no longer.
"Hi, how are you?" the ...
Dear Ellen,
Sometimes I get so mad at my kids! Yesterday, we were getting ready for a family reunion that our family will be hosting next week. My thirteen-year-old daughter suggested that we create place cards and matching centerpieces for the ...
Perhaps the most effective way to determine the value of an idea is to determine the negative effects that occur when that concept is missing.
Let's examine the power of human touch regarding children and ...
Perhaps it all began in the latter half of the 20th century when a new trend in parenting spread amongst those who were fairly new in their “careers” as parents. Establishing one’s role as a parental figure in the early stages of ...
Should Parents Snoop on Their Kids?
By: Mona R. Spiegel, Ph.D.
The Question
Our primary job as parents is to keep our children safe. Are we permitted to ...
So, you've spent an enjoyable afternoon on a pleasant trip with your son or daughter who is going through a challenging period. (See www.raisingsmallsouls.com/tough-times for more information about creating a pleasant outing during a stressful time.)
What else can ...
Lately I've been getting more requests for advice geared towards teenagers.
This article is most applicable to teens, yet can be tailored to any age child.
What do you do when really tough challenges arise with your ...