My mission is change some views: it’s time we start being parents to our kids, not trying to be their best friend ever. It’s time we start preparing them for the real world that awaits, not spending thousands of dollars on giving them the "bestis" six year old birthday party in the world. It’s time we model adult behavior for our kids, not try and act like fifteen year olds … [Read more...] about FEARLESS PARENTING: RAISING A CHILD TO FACE THE ADULT WORLD

While it's always great to get your kids the toys at the top of their wish lists, I've always look for gifts that allow my kids and I to share an experience together. Whether it’s games, activities or sports toys, I always enjoy that time where I can play with my kids and we'd both enjoy sharing the experience. Toys have changed through the years, but the way kids play hasn’t. … [Read more...] about Time to Play’s Best gifts for Kids 2011

Our little girl occasionally pitches a loud and vigorous fit. Once she gets to a full tantrum, there’s not much to be done about it except let it run its course. We can sometimes stop the tantrum while it’s still ramping up and, sometimes, it’s a simple question that helps to bring the tantrum under control. When she’s ramping up, I will lean in and quietly but very seriously … [Read more...] about Avoiding a 2 year old’s Tantrum

Easter is right around the corner, and you what that means: it’s time to visit the candy aisle for your kids. Gift-giving at Easter has become so popular, this is now the third largest purchasing holiday for children behind Christmas and Halloween. As a parent, I'm a believer of everything in moderation. Like me, many parents are concerned about the amount of candy and junk … [Read more...] about Sweet Easter Toys

My wife and I have tried very hard to work with our daughter regarding sharing. Somehow, though, despite our best efforts and our going out of our way to never use this word, her new favorite word has lately become, “MINE!” We truly don’t know where she learned the concept of mine or even the word, but she has grabbed hold of it and is refusing to let go. I have yet to … [Read more...] about The other four-letter word