Posts Tagged 'children'
Apr
26
Parenting Corner – My son is lazy
Q: My son is lazy. Although he gets good grades he doesn’t apply himself. He participates in sports and activities but only when pushed by me and my husband. How do I get him to be more of a go-getter?
A. Great question! Often we parent based on our behavioral …
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Apr
19
Parenting Corner – Having the “sex” talk
Q. My kids are in middle school and my husband and I have been avoiding the “sex talk” but we know it’s time. Any advice on how to approach this topic with three totally different kids?
A. Great question! You are right, it is time for the talk; after all …
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Apr
17
The gift of DISC
Understanding your child’s behavioral style can help you deepen your relationship by giving that child what they need to feel loved, rather than what you think they need.
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Apr
12
Parenting Corner – My daughter got caught cheating
Q: My daughter got caught cheating on her history test and was sent to the dean. She’s a generally good kid, so I don’t understand why she would do this. To make matters worse, I volunteer at the school so this is extremely embarrassing; what do I do?
A: Great …
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Apr
5
The Loss of Curiosity
This week’s post doesn’t answer a question but instead looks at a subconscious trend observed about curiosity. I would love to know what you think; please post your comments below.
Children are born naturally curious, always asking, “what’s this,” “what’s that,” “how does this work,” “why,” and “what happens when…” …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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