When Tattling Is Good
Many children fear the label of "fink," "rat," "squealer," or "blabbermouth." But there are many things children should feel free and comfortable to tell a trusted adult.
Development
Mischievous … and Misbehaving at School
My son, a first-grader, is a saint at home, but he behaves terribly at school. I get an e-mail from his teacher almost every day about his constant talking, making funny noises and getting out of his seat.
To Pee or Not to Pee
The basics of potty training a toddler. Sometime around the 4,000th diaper change parents start thinking about when they can start potty training their child.
How to Make Your Child's Birthday Special When it Falls in the Middle of the Week
Honoring your child's birthday as a family.
Putting an End to Helicopter Parenting
Why teens need to learn for themselves. Not so long ago, life was simpler and children were sent out to play until the street lights came on.
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Quick question: Do your kids act differently at school than they do at home?
Stress and Scars
Cutting is a painful and growing habit among today’s teen population. Learn more about why teens are cutting and how to help.
Dealing With Stealing
While many a parent is mortified when her child steals, it is not out of the range of what some young children do.
5 Habits Every Mom Should Break
As moms, we tend to put a lot on our plates. In fact, it's one of the reasons we often feel overwhelmed.
Nurturing Teen EQ
The EQs of teens across the country are increasing as they learn self-awareness techniques and decision-making tools in EQ workshops.
Kid Collections
From rocks and seashells to Fathead tradeables and Silly Banz. Collections are an exciting exercise in creating a world all of one's own and offer some important life lessons.
Engaging Young Minds
Discovery Place helps kids 'think it up.' With schools cutting budgets across the Charlotte region, parents are taking a more active role in their children's education.
The Virtual Playground
Are online fantasy worlds too enticing for your child? Webkinz. Whyville. Club Penguin. Poptropica. These virtual worlds, and many others like them, create simulated environments for kids to interact with other online kid users or to create imaginative worlds of their own online.
If the Shoe Fits
Function beats fashion when baby starts walking. We've all seen cute microsized Nikes for babies with anything but microsized prices and have been tempted to buy them. Save your money!
Helping Your Child With Anger
Your son is playing outside with friends when you call him to come in to get cleaned up for bed. He stomps into the house, slamming the door to show you just how unhappy he is.
Should You Let Your Child Win?
I recently played Wii Sports with my 4-year-old daughter for the first time. Well, it was my first time; she had played several times before.
Children With Special Needs Flourish At Camp
There's something almost hard-wired about human beings: When we repeatedly see the extraordinary, it becomes ordinary.
Social Networking & Respecting Privacy
A generation ago, parents were asked, Do you know where your kids are? Today, the question is, Do you know who your kids are chatting with?
The Move to a Big Bed
Whether 18 months or 3 years old, the move to a big bed may take some adjustment for all involved.
Summer Sand Play
Sand play tickles the senses and also promotes physical development. Sand is a material that allows children to explore their creativity and imaginations.
Having the Sex Talk With Your Teen Daughter
You taught your daughter to ride a bike, tie her shoes and wrap a present. Now it’s time to step up to the plate and teach her about sex.
Fine Motor Skills Play
From picking up a Cheerio on a highchair tray to using a spoon, fine-motor skill exploration is underway.
Raising Positive Kids
In the great debate of nature vs. nurture, here’s one question to ponder: Are your actions encouraging your child to grow into a positive person?
Teens & Community Service
Let’s face it … teens are egocentric. It’s all about them, their friends and their weekend plans. Getting teens to think beyond their own immediate needs can be more difficult than cracking a nut with a plastic fork.
