Archive for 'Tag Archives: 'parenting books''
Punishment
Why corporal punishment isn’t the answer to getting kids to behave. Punishment At one time spanking and hitting children was very common, and was thought to go along with good parenting. But over time, it became [...]
Instructing Kids
Why limit setting is so much easier when kids know the rules. Instructing Kids Letting our children know what we expect of them and telling them how to do what we want, is one of the [...]
Time Out
Does it backfire when you give your kids Time Out? Time Out A short Time Out can be an effective consequence when young children misbehave It gives them an opportunity to think about what they have [...]
The Benefits of Boredom
Why do nothing time is good for kids. The Benefits of Boredom When your children lament that they’re bored, do you feel it’s your duty to fill their time with one activity or another? If so, [...]
Child Led Quality Time
The benefits of letting kids take the lead with fun, family fun activities. Child Led Quality Time When it comes to spending one-on-one quality time with our children, or planning fun family activities, parents often take [...]
Summer Activities
How to keep summer fun and kid’s active without breaking the bank. Summer Activities The last thing most parents want to see, is their child vegging out on the couch all summer watching TV or playing [...]
Breastfeeding & Immunity
Why you’ll want to opt for mother’s milk when feeding baby. Breastfeeding & Immunity There’s no doubt that one of the best ways of helping your baby get a good start in life is with breastfeeding. [...]
Mentors
The important influence others can have on our children’s lives. Mentors It takes a lot of effort to raise kids well. On top of providing clothIng, food and shelter, we need to guide and teach our [...]
Need for Extended Family
A look at the changing role of the extended family. Need for Extended Family Who do you turn to for advice or a little help for raising your kids? If you’re like most of us, it’s [...]
Role of Peers
Hanging with the crowd. What our kids gain from their peer group, next on The Parent Report. Role of Peers Often when we think about peer groups , negative things like peer pressure come to mind. [...]
