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How to Stop Child Anger

Child Anger. Photo by, Michael La Martin

Parenting is challenging on its own. But add a child who gets angry any time you ask them to do something, and things can get frustrating and out of control fast. What we usually do, as parents, is to.... read more

Sep 24, 2014 6:56am

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Parenting

Domestic Violence: Getting Out of an Abusive Relationship

The recent video of Ray Rice hitting and knocking his then fiancé unconscious has reminded us all, hopefully, of the prevalence of domestic violence. We can't know everything about their rel.... read more

Sep 09, 2014 2:33pm

Posted in Abuse, Common Marriage Problems, Dating & Relationships, Domestic Violence

Love or Infatuation: How To Find a Good Marriage Partner

If you are involved in a romantic relationship with someone and are wondering if you should slow things down, go full speed ahead, or hit the escape button, you should plan on doing some heavy.... read more

Sep 08, 2014 8:49am

Posted in Common Marriage Problems, Dating & Relationships

Preparing Your Child for School, Part 3 – Kindergarten & Language and General Knowledge

Teaching Kids about Sex and Reproduction

Kindergartners participate in many activities that require them to use language and to solve problems. Children who can't or don't communicate easily may have problems in school. There are many.... read more

Sep 08, 2014 8:00am

Posted in Parenting, School

Step Families: What You Need to Know About Becoming a Blended Family

When we get married, we take a big chance. We hope we will be happy together. Unfortunately, marriage doesn't always work out. But that doesn't stop us from dreaming about the possibility of a.... read more

Sep 08, 2014 6:27am

Posted in Blended Family Problems, Common Marriage Problems, Step Families

Preparing Your Child for School, Part 2–Social & Emotional Development

Young children are often very excited about entering school. But when they do, they can face an environment that is different from what they are used to at home or even in preschool. In kindergarten.... read more

Sep 07, 2014 8:00am

Posted in Parenting, School

Preparing Your Child for School, Part 1–Physical Development

With the recent start of school, parents often start to notice differences in their children. Sometimes these changes are due to new environments and new, unfamiliar situations that school presents. O.... read more

Sep 06, 2014 8:00am

Posted in Parenting, School, Stress

How to Help A Child Deal with Rejection – Making and Keeping Friends

Dealing with rejectionâ€“how to help children make and keep friends

As a parent, it can be difficult to know what to say when your child cries, “I was the last one picked for the soccer team today,” especially when just two days ago, everyone wanted her on their jum.... read more

Sep 05, 2014 2:52pm

Posted in Friends, Parenting, School, Youth Sports

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