Learning to read is a significant and exciting time in a child's life. Not only is it a major milestone, but it also signifies a furthering in their ability to interact with the world. After all, a great deal of the information people are likely to come into contact...
Patience is a skill we all fail to master sometimes, even as grown adults. As parents, our patience is tested all the time by our darling offspring, and at times it can be difficult to remember why we should value teaching patience and to know how to effectively...
Writing is crucial life skill, but it isn’t always easy to get your child to practice. If getting your child to write is proving a battle, some of these tips might help you. 1) Make Writing Fun Your child might be reluctant to write because they think writing is...
While many were glad to see 2020 fading in the rearview mirror, so far 2021 hasn’t offered us the chance to move on from COVID and its accompanying challenges. Due to surging cases this winter many schools have closed, putting the pressure on parents to build engaging...
Change is never easy and for children, moving to a new school environment is stressful and can cause upset regarding grades or behavior. The recent rise in home learning due to the ongoing pandemic has tested millions of children - and their caretakers - worldwide,...
Parenting is a tough job. Yet most parents will tell you it’s the most important and rewarding thing they’ve ever done. The love of a parent compares to no other kind of love or feeling on the planet. But when your sweet babies turn into toddlers, some parents start...
Building a strong relationship with your child is an essential part of parenting. Children who feel bonded with their parents feel safe and secure. It helps them build a strong foundation for future growth and trust. The positive effects of well-attached children...
Parenting woes can’t simply be wished away, nor resolved by merely reading a few blogs and articles. The American SPCC realized the need for a science-based, readily available platform to refer to, and partnered with the Human Improvement Project to release the Happy...
*Article originally published on Aha! Parenting December is here, and your child is probably getting excited, no matter what holiday you celebrate. But with coronavirus cases on the rise across the U.S. and throughout the world, most of us will need to alter our...
As difficult as a divorce can be for a married couple, it can be just as upsetting and confusing for a child. Parents tend to want what is best for their children and are apprehensive about the effects a potentially long, drawn out court battle can have on the family....
If you’re a new or expecting parent and you don’t know much about safe sleep, you’re not alone. The importance of practicing safe sleep is woefully absent from our society’s cultural awareness. Yet, SIDS is the leading cause of death among babies between 1 month and 1...
Besides feeling emotional about the failure of your marriage, you probably have a lot on your mind, such as the division of marital property, whether the judge will award support and if so, how much, and how you will cope with being a single parent. This article, from...