Parenting

With endless options for extracurricular activities geared towards children, it is very difficult to choose the right one for your child. By observing your child, exploring the options carefully and keeping the priorities of your family in…

Nanny or daycare? The question of where to leave that precious bundle confronts all parents who return to work. Though you may be blessed with nearby relatives eager to care for your baby, most working parents must find outside care.…

Getting your child out of Pull-Ups is a big step. You may be excited to get beyond the point of changing your child, but she might not be. In order to help your child transition to wearing underwear, she needs to be ready and motivated.…

Many teenagers struggle with trust and responsibility and need help to develop these disciplines. Adolescents also struggle with trust among one another, which may hinder teamwork. Understanding how a lack of trust hinders relationships…

Not only are fetuses busy kicking and jerking in the womb but they change their position entirely, especially before 36 weeks of pregnancy, when the uterus is still roomy. Position doesn't become important until labor, when the baby's…

Intelligence, both emotional and rational, plays a role in adolescent achievement. Self-confidence is more important than intelligence, however, because adolescents who lack self-confidence tend to underachieve or drop out of school, have…

Self-confident children are better equipped to adjust to difficult situations in a constructive way. Dealing with issues such as peer pressure is easier when kids feel capable of making wise decisions. Take a proactive stance to ensure…

Building a child's self-esteem and self-confidence is a priority for most parents, but sometimes it’s tough to think of ways to help kids feel proud of themselves. Here are dozen steps toward a more confident child. 8 Steps to…

Despite the gains made in women’s equality legally, low self-esteem keeps some women from taking advantage of those opportunities. Low self-esteem comes early; by the time they reach their early teens, some girls begin to lose confidence.…

Losing weight after delivering a baby is a goal for many new moms. If you're breastfeeding your infant, however, caution must be taken when starting to shed excess pounds. You need to eat plenty of the right kinds of food to produce…