April 27th, 2009 by admin
Excerpt
The following is an excerpt from the book Spilled Milk: Breastfeeding Adventures and Advice from Less-Than-Perfect Moms
by Andy Steiner
Published by Rodale; September 2005; $12.95US/$17.95CAN; 1-59486-040-8
Copyright © 2005 Andy Steiner
To wean or not to wean? That is the question
This could either feel like a beacon of light on the horizon or a sad reality of life: At some point, every mother stops breastfeeding. Some start thinking about stopping not long after they’ve begun. Others find that nursing becomes such an important and rewarding part of their lives that they feel like they could go on forever. Usually a mother (or, regrettably, another outside adult force) leads the charge to stop nursing, but sometimes it’s the kid who makes the final decision to quit. Read the rest of this entry »
July 3rd, 2008 by admin
Partnership for a Drug-Free America Launches Digital Effort to Help Parents Grasp Teen Behavior and Connect with their Kids
New Study Shows Parents Need the Most Help Talking
About Drugs and Alcohol as Kids Enter Teen Years
NEW YORK, NY,– For every parent of a teenager who has ever wondered “who is this kid?” a new web destination, launched today by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America, aims to make answering the question a little bit easier. Designed to help parents navigate the confusing, often frustrating teen years, “A Parent’s Guide to the Teen Brain” translates recent scientific findings that shed light on how brain development shapes teens’ behavior and personalities into easy-to-understand tips and tools for parents. Read the rest of this entry »
June 21st, 2008 by admin
BEYOND TIME-OUT
From Chaos to Calm
By Beth A. Grosshans, Ph.D. with Janet H. Burton, L.C.S.W.
Challenging the past 30 years of parenting advice, BEYOND TIME-OUT: From Chaos to Calm (Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. / June 3, 2008 / $19.95 / ISBN 978-1-4027-5297-1) by Beth A. Grosshans, Ph.D. with Janet Burton, L.C.S.W., sheds light on what is driving the current epidemic of unruly children and unhappy families, offering a highly effective, five-step action plan to reliably manage the protests so common in young children. Read the rest of this entry »
January 29th, 2008 by admin
The Top Five Parenting Blunders of 2007
By Thomas Haller and Chick Moorman
Just a few weeks ago we were saying goodbye to 2007, ringing in the New Year and declaring our New Year’s resolutions. But hold on. Before we get too far into 2008, let’s take a look back at some of the hottest parenting news of the past year.
In this article we revisit the top five public parenting blunders of 2007. Our goal is not to bash or ridicule these news-making parents for the mistakes they made. Admittedly, all parents make mistakes, including us. Instead, we encourage you to join us in learning from the decisions these parents made and use what we learn to create a better world for all our children. Read the rest of this entry »
August 8th, 2007 by admin
Children & Cats
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.
Cats can be a wonderful addition to households with children. I have seen cats become the most loved and cherished friend of many children. If you have children and are trying to decide whether or not to add a cat to your family, or if you already have a cat and are bringing a new child into the a family, then this article may be of help. There are several important considerations concerning choosing the right cat at the right time. The article will also explore why cats are sometimes better pets than dogs for small children as well as health concerns for children and cats living in the same household. Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2007 by admin
Welcome to Super Parents Talk. Here I hope to provide advice, tips, resources and my experiences as a parent in the hopes that it may help a parent in need as well as provide a place for parents to come together. I have 3 sons ages 19, 17 and 2. So some-days for me, it seems like I have been parenting forever. At this point in my life I am finding myself having to re-learn many things in regards to parenting. It can make for quite an interesting day dealing with toddler issues and teenage dilemmas.
Being a parent is not an easy job and there are no instruction manuals or sure fire parenting techniques that work for all parents. There are many obstacles and bumps along the parenting road. Believe me when I say I think I have hit all of them so far. I found myself many times in need of advice and support. Which is why I made it my mission to try and help those in the same parenting boat as me. Help them find the support and tools they need to be the best parent they can be.
Now I am no mother of the year that is for sure. I have definitely had my parenting blunders. But really who is a perfect parent? But I am a Super Parent. What is a Super Parent then if it’s not a perfect parent or wonder woman? A Super Parent to me is not perfect by any means but a parent who strives everyday to be the best parent they can be. A Super Parent is one who faces the obstacles head on determined to prevail but realizes they can’t win without help sometimes. They are the parent who realizes they are the key to their child’s future and takes their role as a parent seriously. I could go on and on about what my definition of a Super Parent is. We all have it in us to be Super Parent’s. Please do take advantage of the helpful information here and don’t hesitate to share your wisdom, thoughts and experiences here as well.
Sincerely,
Tammy
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