As parents, we can chalk homework up to one of those "been there, done that" life experiences. But for our children, homework assignments can cause a lot of stress, especially if they're struggling to get it done night after night.There are many ways fathers and mothers can help their children manage their homework.Among the advice other parents who have experienced … [Read more...] about Advice for helping kids manage their homework
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Advice to avoid spanking
The debate on whether or not spanking your children is an effective means of discipline has been widely argued. Overall, experts say spanking may work in the short-term but won't change long-term behaviors and may end up causing other problems.According to Reuters, a new study on the subject has found that kids who are spanked are twice as likely to become aggressive than kids … [Read more...] about Advice to avoid spanking
Country singer Brad Paisley talks parenthood
Country music star Brad Paisley says his two sons have very different personalities - and he blames it on their birth order.The singer told People Magazine that younger son, Jasper, who's 1 year old, is "a better kid" than first son, William "Huck," was at the same age. Huck is now 3 years old."The second kid just kind of takes the table scraps and … [Read more...] about Country singer Brad Paisley talks parenthood
Tips to save money on kids clothing
If you're like many parents, you may notice that it's not just the trees, grass and flowers that seem to sprout up during the spring. Sometimes the chore of switching out the winter clothing for more lightweight items can cause fathers and mothers to realize just how much their kids have grown and that they no longer fit into any of their seasonally-appropriate clothes.While … [Read more...] about Tips to save money on kids clothing
Advice for helping kids brush their teeth
Learning how to brush their teeth is a skill that kids will use throughout their lives. However, many parents know that actually making it happen is often easier said than done as some children do not like it, don't want help doing it or simply refuse to brush all together."Children who have discovered they have some control in their lives and are resistive to their … [Read more...] about Advice for helping kids brush their teeth