Current research shows that some of the most commonly used and seemingly positive phrases we use with kids are actually quite destructive. Despite our good intentions, these statements teach children to stop trusting their internal guidance system, to become deceptive, to do as little as possible, and to give up when things get hard. This … Continue reading 10 Things to Stop Saying to your Kids (and What to Say Instead)
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The Power of Talking to Your Baby: A nice read
By TINA ROSENBERG By the time a poor child is 1 year old, she has most likely already fallen behind middle-class children in her ability to talk, understand and learn. The gap between poor children and wealthier ones widens each year, and by high school it has become a chasm. American attempts to close this gap in … Continue reading The Power of Talking to Your Baby: A nice read
Demanding na anak, at iba pa.
Minsan hindi ko alam kung maiinis ako or matutuwa sa anak ko...natutuwa ako dahil marami na syang alam, kaso lang kadalasan, kalokohan ang alam... Demanding Yup, Ria is such a demanding toddler..and bossy...well, i guess that's mainly from Dann..Ria got that tactic when Dann is implying he is the authority. At kadalasan, sakin ginagawa ni … Continue reading Demanding na anak, at iba pa.
I don’t want my child to excel
Most parents would want their kids to excel, and others even do everything just for their kids to get awards, certificates, medals, etc. But me, I don't want that. There are just so many thoughts that ran inside my head while we were on our way home. As usual, as a backrider, I don't have … Continue reading I don’t want my child to excel
OMG Ria, I’m so happy
Oh my God, I'm so happy...Ria is a normal kid..hehe.. Her pedia told us a month after her 1st birthday that she has to identify at least 3 parts of her face on or before 2 years old. That month, she can already identify her nose. So last month, we started to test her again. … Continue reading OMG Ria, I’m so happy
101: Money and Responsible Parenting
The thought started while I was on my way home (and had nothing to do since we started to ride our motorcycle again). The thought that popped was about the value of money. I realized that it is not true that you'll know the value of money once you start earning money. The time you'll … Continue reading 101: Money and Responsible Parenting
Summer Program
Last Saturday, we had our breakfast at McDonald's. There were three Kiddie Crews assisting the customers. One kid was assisting her mom and the mom went "do you know where the sugar is?" then she answered "of course, I work here". I just thought that she was a little mature for thinking that she's not … Continue reading Summer Program
Vaccine = headache (?)
The advantage of today's medical field is that there are a lot of vaccines available for specific illnesses. During my time, I have not received several vaccines (or did I receive any?). I can't remember. Anyway, being a parent (and the one who budgets our money), every check-up means gastos. Imagine, since her birth, she … Continue reading Vaccine = headache (?)
wanting the best education for my child
I remember one time, while Dann and I were on our way home, nasa terminal kami sa Megamall, a guy and a girl were in front of us. They were talking: Girl: so anong ginagawa mo ngayon? Boy: chill chill lang. Girl: alam ba ng parents mo?. Boy: I guess, lumalabas ako ng hindi naka-uniform … Continue reading wanting the best education for my child
How to Raise a Kid who Loves to Learn
by Monika Susan Fabia Help your kids to enjoy learning with these tips, plus how to know if you’re being too pushy. originally posted at http://www.smartparenting.com.ph/kids/preschooler/how-to-raise-a-kid-who-loves-to-learn My parents will agree that being able to motivate your kids so they would excel in school is certainly something to be proud of. After all, an early start can … Continue reading How to Raise a Kid who Loves to Learn
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