Originally posted at http://familyshare.com/7-things-you-should-never-tell-your-child   It is always important to watch your tongue, especially when speaking to your kids. Your words stick to them like glue and are not easily erased. Watch what you say and avoid uttering the following seven things to your child. Michele Coronetti Every parent hopes for the best for their children. Although, … Continue reading 7 things you should never tell your child

Originally posted at http://www.mercatornet.com/demography/view/15105 The birth of our second son is drawing ever nearer (there have been many half scares in the last week, but don’t worry the bags are packed and the route to the hospital is ingrained upon my memory so I can do it in the middle of the night when part … Continue reading The Third Child: Why Bother?

Originally posted at http://www.ahaparenting.com/_blog/Parenting_Blog/post/helping-children-develop-social-and-emotional-intelligence-skills/ 5 Ways You Can Teach Emotional Intelligence & Social Skills Every Day “When they were fighting over ownership of something I would say ‘Jacob, say... ‘Excuse me Sarah, when you're finished may I have a turn please?’’ and then wait for him to repeat my words. And then I would turn to … Continue reading 5 Ways You Can Teach Emotional Intelligence & Social Skills Every Day

by Tamara Rajakariar (originally posted at http://www.mercatornet.com/family_edge/view/13753) It cannot be denied that technology has become like a compact pocket-sized babysitter, as much as we know in the back of our heads that kids really should be more active or getting some fresh air, rather than playing Angry Birds. Well, best to obey your conscience - … Continue reading Don’t hand the kid the phone