Your Parenting Matters

I recently read an article in the Orange County register newspaper about suggestions to become a better parent. One of the issues was how to help your child with their feelings. I especially liked the comment, that much time is spent on children’s academic life but not so much on their emotional life. A book, [...]

Use this holiday season to teach your children about generosity and the spirit of giving. Last year I took my 4 year old grandson to the mall. Before we left, I spoke to him in kid appropriate language that some children don’t receive any presents for Christmas and that we can help. Together we headed [...]

If you are feeling ‘done’ at the end of the day or that parenting is a huge burden, it is time for some self-indulgence. Many parents, particularly the one who stays home with the children, give up the things that make them feel good. Things like going to the gym, getting a manicure, eating right [...]