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Mar

29

Parenting Corner – Going back to work

Q:  My kids are both in school so I’m thinking about going back to work.  I have been out of the workforce for 7 years and without an advanced degree I fear I can’t find a job.  Do you have any advice?

A:  Great question! First, congratulations on your decision …

Mar

22

Parenting Corner – Coping with fears of school shootings

Q:  With the rise in recent school shootings, I’m not sure how to respond when my kids ask questions like why do kids shoot other kids? How do they get those guns? Why are the videos of the school after the shooting online?  It’s all senseless to me; what do …

Mar

15

Parenting Corner – Paying for extracurricular activities

Q. My kids are constantly asking me for lunch money, money for field trips and extracurricular activities.   I don’t feel I can say no; I want them to be able to participate with their friends.  At the same time this is getting expensive, do you have any advice?

A. Great …

Mar

8

Parenting Corner – Underage drinking

Q:  My freshman high school student wants to go to a party where there will be alcohol; do I let him go knowing there will be underage drinking? 

A:  Great question! Many students would not tell their parents there will be alcohol at a party, so it’s important to recognize …

Mar

1

Parenting Corner – I’m tired of being the bad guy

Q:  I am the sole disciplinarian in the house. As the mom it’s not easy for me but I feel the lessons I’m instilling are important for the kids.  At the same time I’m tired (physically and emotionally) of always being the bad guy, what can I do? 

A: Great …

Feb

22

Parenting Corner – My ex’s new girlfriend

Q:  My ex-husband’s new girlfriend, who I have not met, is taking my daughter out shopping for the day.  My daughter is excited but I’m totally uncomfortable with the situation, what can I do?  

A: Great question!  It’s important to first explore your discomfort.  What specifically are you uncomfortable with?  …

Feb

15

Parenting Corner – Picky eater

Q:  My son is really picky eater; once allergies were ruled out I told him I wasn’t willing to make special meals because he doesn’t like what I’m cooking. However, he refuses to eat so I end up making him something different 5 to 7 nights a week.  What do …

Feb

8

Parenting Corner – When to give a child a phone

Q:  My 3rd grader wants a phone and I notice most of his friends have one but I think he’s too young.  What is the best age for a kid to get a smart phone?

A.  Great question! There are many differing opinions on this topic. Like most areas of …

Feb

1

Parenting Corner – My newborn is always hungry

Q:  I’m not producing enough breast milk to keep my newborn son satisfied.  I understand and believe in the importance of breastfeeding but I’m frustrated and he’s always crying, what should I do?

A: Great question! You are not alone, this is a challenge many new moms face.  What is …

Jan

25

Parenting Corner – Social media and my kids

Q:  I don’t like to post photos of my children on social media but I feel pressured by family and friends to share because everyone else does. I’m considering it but I’m still on the fence, do you have any advice?

A:  Great question! Like lemmings jumping to a mass …