Ah, the ex-in-laws — tricky creatures they are. No longer confined by marital ties and respect. Armed with knowledge of you, as well as possibly negative and hurt feelings and defensive behaviors, they do not have to spare your feelings if they so choose. Though you are out of the marriage, when there are children involved, your...
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, exploring things and taking risks. Taking risks provide the teenagers the opportunity to put their skills and abilities to test in order to discover who they are. However, some risks such as drinking, driving, using drugs and or having unprotected sex can be really harmful and have a long-lasting...
There are several myths associated with pregnancy and childbirth. It is important for all of us (especially for pregnant women and those women desirous of having a baby) to know the facts and not believe the myths associated with pregnancy and childbirth, as myths can cause problems during pregnancy and childbirth. Here some common myths about...
As a pregnant woman you are trying your best to do whatever you can to bring up a healthy and fit child, who will grow up to become a successful person in their life. It is not easy, quitting cigarettes, avoiding alcohol, and even limiting tea and coffee if you are an expecting mother. But even...
When we were a child, we had been taught good habits and handed out punishment when our bad habits were exposed. We learnt the value of good habits and worked hard to mix them into our system. Over the years, with busy life and way too many things to process throughout the day, even the most...
Many parents often wonder whether or not to let their children wear contact lenses. This typically happens when children show preference for contact lenses over traditional eye glasses. Kids usually have very compelling arguments for why they should start wearing contact lenses, which only adds to their parent’s dilemma. Many parents ask: at what age should...
Being a father is a wonderful thing. It also means that things change. No more lazy days of bachelorhood. No more slacking off, or calling it a day when there’s still work to be done. It’s often hard work, as most parents, moms and dads can attest. This is probably why many fathers often seek to...
More and more children are being diagnosed with ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This basically means that a child has difficulties concentrating and focusing; their attentions span is very limited when compared to other, normal children. Raising a child with ADHD can be quite difficult. Children with this affliction do tend to get angrier more...
