Parenting Articles

Family » Parenting | By Michael Hehn @ Thursday, 20th November 2008

GIFT or Gamete Intra-Fallopian Transfer to give it the correct medical term, is one of the oldest types of fertility treatment available. Just like In Vitro Fertilization, the eggs and sperm, or Gametes, are gathered for later use. Healthy sperm and eggs are split then mixed together and placed in one of the fallopian tubes. Fertilization happens inside the body, [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Michael Hehn @ Thursday, 20th November 2008

A combination of fertility drugs and surgical procedures are frequently used to begin treatment either ahead of or during In Vitro Fertilization. The drugs can help a woman begin ovulating if they are erratic or if they aren\'t ovulating, and function in a similar manner to the body\'s hormone\'s when they are released. The precise phrase for this is Ovulation Induction [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Jim Brown @ Wednesday, 19th November 2008

It is never an easy task to deal with a child having his periodic tantrums. Personally, I find it exhausting and testing my patience. But raising kids is never a smooth sailing task because one way or another every parent on earth has to go through dealing with their child\'s temper. To make it a little more understandable, every growing [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Jim Brown @ Tuesday, 18th November 2008

There are just some things that are not being taught at school which you as a parent would have to do yourself. These are good characters not being incorporated into academic syllabus. While the school is present to teach the children facts and information, you are present to fill in the gaps. Of course, you can never teach all good [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Jeremy Ranson @ Sunday, 16th November 2008

Parenting can be hard enough without a solid parenting plan to help guide you through some of the potential pitfalls. Without a solid plan, your parenting skills may be put to the test more than you wish they would be and you may wind up making some awkward decisions that could greatly affect your family. With a comprehensive plan for [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Art Gib @ Saturday, 15th November 2008

Pronounced as \"may tie\", the Mei Tai is a style of baby carrier that is very popular today. The reason is because it is very comfortable for both you and your child. The Mei Tai is either a square or rectangular piece of fabric that is folded in a specific way to help you carry your baby. This particular style of [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time for the whole family and can be challenging for parents of toddlers. Young children who are expecting a new sibling can experience anxiety, jealousy, and other negative feelings which are very common. There are many things you can do to prepare your toddler for a new baby. If your toddler is [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

Parents of toddlers often wonder how to raise honest and respectful children. Teaching toddlers honesty and respect starts at home with parent child interactions. If you want your child to grow up respecting others and being honest you will have to provide a strong foundation of positive behavior. If you are worried that your toddler will not grow up with [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

Parents of toddlers face many challenges, and these challenges evolve as their children get older. Children learn and grow very quickly in their first years building the foundation for learning in the future. Four year olds have very different needs than toddlers as they embark on a journey of learning. Every child is different, but there are some common traits that [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

Training toddlers to use the potty can be one of the most challenging tasks for parents of toddlers. There are many books, resources, and products designed for potty training but it can still be challenging for many children and their parents, While potty training is a rite of passage for young children it should not be a harrowing experience. Because [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

The birth of a child is an exciting time for parents to be, as well as for grand parents. Most grand parents are a welcome addition to the family although some can be overly excited by the prospect of grandchildren. Many parents resent the time and energy their parents want to spend with their children or feel that the grandparents [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

Parents of toddlers witness their children go from unsteady pre-walkers to confident children. Children grow tremendously from one year to the next and the foundation for lifelong learning is laid early during this time of growth. Five year olds have very Different needs than toddlers as they begin to master the skills they have learned and understand more complex ideas. There [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Terry Stanfield @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

Watching a child grow from a tiny newborn into a curious toddler is an amazing experience, and teaching toddlers the many skills they need to learn is a rewarding job. By the time a child becomes a toddler they are ready to explore the world around them and are beginning to grasp basic verbal, physical, and social skills. Three year [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Dominic Donaldson @ Saturday, 1st November 2008

There is more to playing than just having fun. It has been shown that through play, children learn important social skills and behaviours that stay with them into adulthood. Interacting with peers and using the brain for creative play allows children to stamp their identity and understand their existence in a greater context. Life lessons in cause [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Greg Writer @ Friday, 31st October 2008

As thousands of students are looking forward to the launch of their next school year - new school supplies, readying that new outfit or new uniform shirt, or just getting together with friends to embark on yet another scholastic roller coaster. There are many others, however, who look upon the beginning of school with trepidation. They are the new kids, [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Shaun Parker @ Friday, 31st October 2008

When it comes to buying baby clothes, there really is as wide a choice as there is for adults. Gone are the days when baby clothes consisted of a few rompers, bibs and home knitted cardigans. Nowadays you can choose anything from the traditional to jeans and boots for newborns. Of course, it is the same with babies as with older [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Art Gib @ Friday, 31st October 2008

Over the shoulder baby carriers and slings create a safe haven for infants and a convenient way to get around for caregivers. And today\'s brands are giving them a stylish edge for parents wanting to flaunt their attachment based childrearing techniques. Baby wearing is just that, the ability to carry a child using a sling or other garment made [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Art Gib @ Friday, 31st October 2008

In eastern cultures baby wearing has become a natural part of life. Not only does a sling or other baby carrier offer support and comfort but Asian inspired carriers have a simple learning curve that brings eastern wisdom into the western world. The time honored tradition of baby wearing evolved in Asian cultures as a way for parents to perform [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Art Gib @ Thursday, 30th October 2008

The Over the Shoulder Baby Holder is one of the oldest known designs of baby slings, originating in 1987 on the market of baby products. This 21 year old carrier still stands out from many of today\'s popular slings, as it positions an infant in the best chiropractic design intended for the baby\'s postural form. Almost all carriers are designed [more...]

Family » Parenting | By Everette Jamison @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008

Too Poor for McDonald. What\'s a Single Mom to do? Life sure has changed, since the days of living in the big house, driving the new BMW and designer clothes. That was pre-divorce. There was a time when popping into the fast food drive-in of my choice was an almost daily routine... to my son\'s absolute glee. It may not have [more...]