My Teen Wants To Know How Sex Was And Is For Me! What Do I Say?

We know we should talk about sex with our kids, but what do we talk about? And what are the limits of what we say? And why talk about it at all?

The Babysitting Incident

My daughter is a responsible 12 year old who is in perpetual need of cash to support her Abercrombie and Hollister shopping habit. She needed a job, and quickly before she had to wear the same outfit twice in one month.

Horror Happened Right Before Her Eyes

Boatng and water safety are important factors in the education of children. You may not take them near the water often, but they are going to go themselves and water safety savvy is important. This true to life story illustrates this point.

The Power of Father-Child Relationships Depicted in African American Literature

An article about the importance of using bibliotherapy as a way of healing the readers. This is also an article for men and women. African American literature and the depiction of father-child relationships.

Speaking Powerful Words Softly

How come words can make me experience a million and one emotions but I sometimes fail to use them well to those whom I love the most? This article is how a little thought and a whiteboard in my daughter's bedroom can change your family life.

Successful Parenting - 6 Secrets To Transform Your Children Into Achievers

Want to transform your children into Achievers? Then here are the 6 secrets...

Would You Like a Little Squeeze With That Whine?

Sometimes it's when kids are at their worst that we need to be at our best. Whining is one of the most annoying behaviors parents have to put up with. So what do you do when your child is in a whiny mood and nothing helps?

What Your Child Needs to Succeed in School - Sleep!

Parents, tell me what is the #1 step that you can take to assure your child is prepared for his studies each day? What is the #1 step that will help your child succeed where his or her classmates will fail?

Parenting a Teenager - The Top 3 Mistakes a Parent Can Make

Do you think parenting a teenager is exciting...or explosive? Discover three common parenting mistakes that can produce frustration instead of harmony in your home.

Disciplining Children By Example

Parenting is one of hardest challenges that you will ever face in life. A large component of that is disciplining children. There doesn't seem to be any right way to discipline children and there are a variety of theories available on the topic. However, it's always good to start with a few good pointers to get your children headed in the right direction.

Learn The Steps To Gaining Cooperation

Learn how to effectively gain cooperation in your household or classroom.

Long Term Effects Of Punishment

Punishment may work if all you are interested in is stopping the behavior in the moment. Beware of the long range results of punishment: Resentment, Rebellion, Revenge or Retreat.

What Our Children Need to Grow

Parenting is not an easy thing. We hope to be the best mom and dad we can be, and we strive for it. As our children grow and become more independent, our role changes and their needs change. Find out how you can nurture your child as they grow so that they can become the best they can be.

Choosing a Plush Toy for a Toddler

Choosing toys for children is not easy. Learn about plush toys that all children like.