January 25th, 2010 by admin

by Annye Rothenberg, Ph.D., Child/Parent Psychologist
As parents, we want our children to be accustomed to healthy eating from the earliest possible age so good nutrition will be a lifelong habit.

Young children are ready to begin to learn about nutrition (“healthy food” vs. “treat food”) and about food plans (why meals need to include each food group). These nutrition lessons will need to be repeated many times, in more detail, as your children get older and want to understand more about why. Read the rest of this entry »

January 5th, 2010 by admin

Whose Bed Is It Anyway? Tips on Cosleeping (Bedsharing) and Room Sharing
By Kim West, LCSW-C,
Author of The Sleep Lady®’s Good Night, Sleep Tight: Gentle Proven Solutions to Help Your Child Sleep Well and Wake Up Happy

Here are some things to think about as you figure out the right and comfortable sleep-enhancing arrangement for both you and your child. Read the rest of this entry »

August 10th, 2009 by admin

By Caroline Taggart,
Author of I Used to Know That: Stuff You Forgot From School

Back to school can be stressful for kids and parents alike, so here are Ten Helpful Hints for busy moms (and dads). The aim is to make the whole thing a bit more fun and perhaps teach the kids something at the same time. Some of this program needs to run through the vacation, so set a good example — don’t leave everything till the night before school starts! Read the rest of this entry »

July 1st, 2008 by admin

By Lisa C. Greene and Foster W. Cline MD

I knew I was in trouble. She ripped the oxygen sensor off her finger and refused to put it back on.

Recovering from surgery isn’t easy for anyone but it’s especially challenging when the patient is only seven. My daughter was grumpy and uncooperative. That was understandable but not helping the situation. Coming out of surgery, she needed to be monitored; the medical sensors weren’t optional.  Kasey was not responding well to the doses of loving kindness and patience shown by those around her. There was nothing anyone could do to satisfy her. She was simply cranky. Read the rest of this entry »

June 16th, 2008 by admin

PTA is offering a LIVE webcast for parents and families about addressing every day issues to enhance childrens health, safety and educational success. The LIVE webcast event will take place on June 17th at 2PM EST.

Featuring PTA National President Jan Harp Domene, and a very special guest, viewers will have the opportunity to ask questions via email and have them answered during the live webcast. From quick parenting tips to ideas on parent involvement, this LIVE webcast will be a one stop shop for parents and families looking for answers on these topics and more! The live webcast will take place just days before the 112th Annual PTA National Convention & Exhibition, June 20-23, in San Diego. The webcast offers parents who can’t attend the convention an opportunity to reap the benefits of asking the experts. You may register to view this live webcast at PTA Live Webcast