Raising a Child
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- A Child Who Loves to LearnA child who loves to learn is taught learning is fun. Never make them feel it is a form of punishment or torture.
- On the Cost of Raising a Child, Spending Choices, and Boutique Clothes for Young ChildrenThis parenting advice column discusses how much it will cost for a couple to raise a child. We also address the question of whether young children should wear boutique branded clothing.
Gay Parenting Support Via the "Raise a Child" CampaignWhen Elton John baby news hit the airwaves, it quickly became clear that gay parenting issues were of more concern than fatherhood at a later age. The Pop Luck Club offers some insight for those grappling with gay parenting.
It Really Does Take a Village to Raise a ChildThe village you have chosen to raise your child may include extended family, friends, neighbors, a family doctor, childcare providers, and parenting groups. It really doesn't matter what your village looks like, as long as your child is happy & safe.
What is the Cost of Raising a Child in America?Maternal bliss and fatherly pride aside, have you ever sat down to calculate the cost of raising a child from diaper to college farewell? While there are variables in child rearing, these are cold, hard cash figures: $205,960 to $475,680. Say what?- The Cost of Raising a Child in 2009: $222,360.00It costs about $222,360.00 to raise a child from birth to the age of 18 if the child was born in 2009.
- The Importance of the Village when Raising a ChildChildren do what they see not what we tell them. Surround them with a supportive village to guide their development.
- What No One Tells You About Raising a Child with ADDI raised a child with ADD and there were so many things that I wish someone had warned me about. I learned the hard way and wanted to share a few things that had a great impact on our family life.
Interview with Literacy Expert Diane W. FrankensteinDiane W. Frankenstein is a literacy expert who recently wrote a book detailing the best books for kids and adults to share.
It Takes a Village to Raise a ChildA look back on how people use to raise their children opposed to now. The village is missing and hurting the development of my generation and the ones to follow.- How to Raise a Child in PublicBehavioral issues in children start at home. Whatever you instill in your child has to be carried out consistently, in all aspects, especially in the public eye where the world is a bit different.
- Raising a Child with Special NeedsWhich is the easier way to raise a special needs child, by being in a nuclear family or single family?
- A Light Hearted Look at Parenthood and It's Major ChangesParenthood is one of the biggest changes most people will ever encounter. Within my first month as a parent I learned two major things. 1.) Children are the most precious beings in the world. 2.) I can understand why some mammals eat their young.
- How to Work from Home While Raising a ChildThis article reviews several key elements in being able to work from home while raising a little one.
- Raising a Child with Learning DisabilitiesThe educational systems are more sensitive to children with learning disabilities, but parents need to know how to help their kids as well.
- Giving Incentives to Your ChildOne thing that parents find very helpful is giving incentives to their child. This idea is sometimes criticized by people as an artificial way to get your kids to do what you want. So, let's take a look at this practice.
- You're Doing it WrongThis article will help with laying some ground rules on how to deal with a naughty child.
Undecided as to Who Should Get Your Presidential Vote? Read This and Consider Me, LorriAnneLorriAnne's Political Platform. Write in's are still legal in the USA.
Need Help Raising Your Child? There's a Psychologist for That!Abraham Maslow developed into a young adult during the Great Depression of the 1930s. It's no wonder that he became interested in what a person really needed to live contentedly.
How to Raise a Child in Today's SocietyI think any parent of a young child can attest to the fact that kids do NOT come with instruction books. And honestly, that is just too darn bad because kids are not just feeding. burping, bodily functions, cooing and crying.- A Look at the Concept: It Takes a Village to Raise a ChildThis article considers just how a child is raised in our complex society.
- Evaluation of the Proverb: It Takes a Village to Raise a ChildHow the "village" mentality of raising children has affected our society.
- What it Really Takes to Raise a Child with Down SyndromeIt is very sad to get the news that your child will have to live out their lives as a handicapped child.
How to Successfully Parent an ADD ChildI have a daughter with Inattentive ADD. Did you notice that I did not say ADHD? There is a difference; a large one if you are the parent.- Tips for Parenting: How to Raise a Child with High Self-EsteemIt's not easy growing up as a kid in the world today, self-confidence is very important. As a parent you can help your child develop a high sense of self esteem.
- Parents: It Takes a Village to Raise a Child, but Doesn't Charity Begin at Home?Two of the most meaningful quotations that has always stayed with me is the African proverb, "It takes a village to raise a child" and the reference penned by Roman playwright Terence Andria, which states "Charity begins at home".
- Does Your Sexual Orientation Matter When Raising Your Child?I feel sick to my stomach at the insinuation a teenager is incapable of properly raising a child. many "parents" lack the common sense to raise a child. By common sense I mean, they let their children run wild without guidance and discipline.
- Parenting: Getting More InvolvedThere are a few things to keep in mind when raising a child and these few pointers have helped in the efficient development of many children.
- Raising a Child as a ReaderThis article is about raising your child as an avid reader.
- Raising a Child AloneSo, be patient. Let them call you what they want, don't push them into calling you Mom or Dad. Please upon your return to your child's life keep in mind they will have questions for you. Be honest in your answering them
Using Gentle Discipline with Your ChildRaising a child can be one of the most difficult tasks anyone can do. One of the best ways to help your child grow is creating a "No Free Zone" in your home and allowing your child to explore and learn unhindered.- Raising a Child in an at Risk WorldSex, bad language, violence and drugs surround today's children on a daily basis. These negative influences rear their ugly heads on television, movies, the Internet, peers and, sadly, even within the family unit.
Raising a Child with Reactive Attachment DisorderAnger is a familiar emotion to a neglected child and anger feels powerful, while sadness feels weak. Basically, anger is the weapon of choice because it is the first emotion learned and the hardest one to control.- Parenting and Foster Care, to Raise a ChildParenting and Foster Care have the same goal for the socialization of the child based on teaching moral development using your conscience choices. When providing Foster Care, you are raising children as if they were your own.
- Questions and Answers About Raising a Child in a Multi-Relgious FamilySome commonly asked questions and my own answers on common concerns from those raising kids in a two (or more) religion household.
- How to Raise a Child ProdigyI was acing the SAT by age 11. Here's how my parents did it.
- Raise Your Children Right in the Modern EraAs a teacher, I think its important to look at how we raise our kids. Everyone has a book on it, but no one seems to be doing it right.
- 5 Things Expecting Parents Need to Know About the Financial Cost of Raising ChildrenThe cost of raising a child has risen dramatically even as wages remained flat or increased slightly over the past decade. Thus, some serious planning is needed in order to avoid a family financial crisis.
- 10 Ways to Keep Your Child’s Brain HealthyParents are busy, and so are their kids! What are the most important things we should strive to do or to teach our children? This article explains 10 things that are important to your child's well-being.
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