There’s no such thing as a perfect parent, but there are ways we can help guide our kids and potentially head off long-term negative consequences for them. Most of the time, parents are faring far better than they think they are. As a family consultant, here are the questions I pose to them, to help…
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5 Ways Moms Can Balance Work and Family
We live in the 21st century, where every parent needs to work to earn a decent livelihood for running the family as well as the household. But as per common social belief, mothers have more responsibility than the fathers, because they are expected to take care of the household, care for the kids, and be…
Continue readingWhy I’m Considering Having My Smart Kid Repeat Kindergarten
My kindergarten-aged daughter is smart as a whip. I don’t say that because I’m her mother, and I don’t take credit for it either. I say it because it’s true and always has been. She was young when she started talking and was highly verbal by her second birthday. She blew away the pediatrician, cashiers…
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Homework time can inspire groans from kids and parents. As a parent, you know it’s important to ensure your child is progressing academically, but you also understand that it can be stressful, and—let’s face it—a bit boring. Have you ever wished, “If only studying were more fun, my child would love it”? The good news?…
Continue readingHow to Use Your Child’s Learning Style in His Favor
It’s no secret that children learn in a variety of ways. While life doesn’t always accommodate your child’s particular learning style, you can help him by educating yourself. By identifying where your child excels and incorporating appropriate activities into his study time, you can help him achieve academic success early on.The 411 on Learning StylesLearning…
Continue reading3 Habits You Can Adopt to Help Your Kids Study Smarter
We have a far greater impact on our children than we may initially realize—it usually becomes apparent the first time they’re playing and use our vocal inflection or catch phrase. But when we realize our power, we can use it to positively influence our children’s academic experiences by adopting a few simple habits:1. Nail down…
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