“’Twas the night before Christmas.” You’re probably familiar with this famous opening phrase of Clement C. Moore’s poem. Several lines later, the poet writes that the children were nestled in bed, “while visions of sugarplums danced in their heads.” Things haven’t changed much since this poem was written in 1882: Most children still look forward […]
Are grandparents as caregivers putting your baby at risk?
Grandparents as caregivers are a blessing. Whether they watch your kids regularly or occasionally, the personalized care kids receive from people who love them is a benefit that can’t be quantified. The problem many new parents run into is that grandparents tend to use the same practices they did raising their own children — many […]
Preventing obesity requires a family effort
A recent study suggests fathers can play an important role in preventing their children from becoming obese. Researchers found that when fathers increased their involvement in child care and playtime with their children ages 2 to 4, the kids had a lower risk of obesity. The association is significant because obese children are prone to […]
How to talk to your kids about stranger danger
When you’re out and about with your child, it’s not unusual for someone to notice your adorable child and want to engage her. The stranger may ask her questions, such as what her name is or how old she is. You want to teach her to be polite, but you also want to teach […]
These steps can help discourage materialism
Kids tend to have expensive tastes. From personal tech to fashion labels, you can spend a bundle satisfying your child’s wants. You can preach about the value of a dollar, but curbing materialistic tendencies often requires a more strategic approach. Douglas Straight, a licensed professional clinical counselor in the Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Psychology […]
Is your child obsessed with looks?
To help children have a healthy body image and discourage them from being too wrapped up in their looks, you have to plant the seeds at a young age. Body image begins to develop at a very young age and is influenced by parents, media and peers, according to a 2015 report by Common Sense […]
