Reading with their children is often a great pleasure for parents, who enjoy the time to bond with their little ones. It is also invaluable for toddlers as they develop language skills and learn more about their environment. While there is an endless supply of reading material designed to rear young children, a few stand out as classics that will help engage them mentally and emotionally.
How much TV/screen time do your kids get? How much is too much? Should TV and screen time be considered the same thing? On average how much TV are kids actually watching? How does watching TV and other electronics affect children? We'll dive into these questions and offer tips to help manage your children's screen/TV time.
If you haven't heard already, or if you've forgotten, this weekend is fall back time. That's right, it's time for the clocks to go back – and more importantly for parents, we can get an extra hour of sleep (hopefully) on Saturday night. So, don't forget to turn your clocks back by one hour before you hit the hay, or you'll get Sunday off to a rocky start for you and the kids. The following outlines some great ways to plan for the fall back time change.
Dads are NOT Babysitters — They are Parents!
Dads Are NOT Babysitters. They are parents, just like mothers. But for some reason, society has a distorted view of a dad's role as a parent. People tend to think of dad as more of a glorified babysitter than an actual parent. This is a stereotype that shows we still have a long way to go to rid society of traditional parenting and gender roles.
The time-out— a common technique used by parents and caregivers to calm their children when they are acting up or not listening. If you have kids, you've probably used this technique on multiple occasions. For some parents, it works like a charm; and for others, it doesn't work at all. In this article, we'll take a look at disciplinary time-outs. Are they effective? Are you doing them right? Should you be using them at all?
When is the Right Time to Introduce Children to Team Sports?
Team sports can be great for children of all ages (provided they are old enough to participate safely). Not only do team sports teach physical skills but they can also introduce your child to teamwork, sportsmanship, time management, healthy competition and more. But, how do you know when the right time is? What sport your child will excel and enjoy most? What level of play is most appropriate? Here are some guidelines to consider when making these decisions.