A Boy Learns to Use All of His Strength
“I am working so hard to clear this stump. I am getting nowhere,” a son exhorts. “My son, why don’t you use all of your strength,” his father questions.
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Mommy is a Rock Star: Fashion by Madonna and Lola
How cool would it be to have your own fashion line with a child or parent? How much better would that be if your mother was Madonna? Check out the Material Girl clothing line.
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Don Lemon ‘Debrief’ for Parents and Children
Five steps to the Don Lemon debrief to help parents and children stay connected.
Read More…April 15th, Tax Returns, and a Beautiful Boy
As Americans focus on filing their taxes on April 15th, a mother reflects on a family journey and a gift so much greater than a tax refund.
Read More…Leveling with Toddlers Communicates, “You Matter”
Positive, affirming interactions with toddlers and children in a natural “leveling position” promote safety, connection, and reinforce enduring messages that they are valued and loved.
Read More…The Unexpected Legacy of an American Tiger Mother
The unexpected legacy of an American Tiger Mom is not that Chinese parenting is better. Amy Chua’s memoir of her struggle to protect time-honored traditions while adapting to life in America captures challenges that are as old as America itself.
Read More…When a Child Kills, Public Blames the Parents
When children kill or hurt others, the public is quick to blame the parents. As parents, we can’t wait for another stabbing, shooting or other tragic event before reaching out to connect, embrace and better understand the children we raise.
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