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Raising a confident child can be a challenge. While some children have no issues going for what they want, other kids are more reserved and struggle to be assertive. It’s important to note there is a big difference between being assertive and being aggressive. As a parent, you probably want…
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Kids are normally ravenous when they come off the bus and running through the door in the afternoon. Satisfying their appetites without serving junk and spoiling dinner can be a challenge. But you don’t have to get fancy or expensive when it comes to unique, tasty and healthful noshes.Sometimes the…
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While it’s true that you can’t do everything for your child, there’s no reason you can’t guide him down the right path, especially when it comes to making friends. Bonding with others can be a new experience for younger children. Of course, you can lead by example, but there are…
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If only children came with an “off” switch… Getting children to wind down can often be a daunting task. Many children are like the Energizer bunny — they keep going and going and going. Wouldn’t you like for your child to be able to embrace inner peace and gain a…
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Many kids suffer from low self-esteem, which can lead to depression and other feelings of worthlessness. A child’s self-esteem forms early in life, even when a child is a baby learning to roll over successfully. The pattern of trying, failing, trying again and ultimately succeeding builds a child’s self-esteem intrinsically….
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May is Pregnancy Awareness Month, and if you’re expecting or already have a child, then you’re definitely aware of what it’s like to be pregnant. But do you know what to expect when it’s time for your bundle of joy to arrive? You may think that there’s only one place…
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Whether you celebrate Hanukkah or not, there are some fun ways to incorporate the holiday into your family life. So why not try giving these games a spin? Of course, no Hanukkah holiday would be complete without a game of dreidel. In order to play, you’ll need a dreidel and…
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Peanuts, dairy, gluten, soy, eggs, sulfites…many foods contain potential allergenic products. And up to 8 percent of kids have life-threatening food allergies, and those limitations can become problematic as kids enter school or change schools. But parents and administrators can keep all kids safe and happy as they deal with…
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It’s summer, and the buck stops here for many teens. The break is the perfect opportunity for teens to get their feet wet in becoming gainfully employed. In addition to getting workplace experience, the income can also ease the burden on Mom and Dad’s purse. Although summer jobs were a…
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Going to church, temple or any other service with children can be a real religious experience, especially if your little one has a hard time staying in the spirit of things. No matter how much faith you have in your child, chances are he is going to get bored early…
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