children

Children: Our most valuable natural resource.

Watch Out For Those First Two Years
A lot of people have told me I should write a book about my life. They’ve been saying this since long before I even realized I had the stuff of books happening to me and the literary bent to convey these happenings in somewhat entertaining format. Many have said this to me. Indeed, even I have said this (to myself) far from the madding, somewhat maddening crowd. However, all these people so confident I can write a book, who believe I’m honor-bound and obligated to dedicate myself to its creation and completion, aren’t me.
By Marie McGrath5 years ago in Families
Baby Sleep Miracle, Good for you
Co-sleeping is the practice where the child sleeps in bed with his parents. Not surprisingly, it is one of the most hotly debated and controversial topics related to pediatric sleep. Let’s see why.
By Gift Card5 years ago in Families
A Cat Named Squeaks
"Mommy…. Daddy….Where are you?" I called out. I’m scared, hungry, and lonely and I don't like this feeling. I don’t like this at all. Normally when I wake up, my mommy and daddy are there. But today, something feels off. I can’t put my paw on it, but I just know something isn’t right.
By AGirlFromSF5 years ago in Families
A Letter To My Daughter, M; Parental Alienation Is The Worst Part Of Breaking Up. Top Story - August 2021.
Dear M, I have so much I want to say to you, that I need to say to you, really. I don’t even know if you’ll read this but, if you do, I think it’s best I start here:
By Aaron Corey5 years ago in Families
7 Lessons We Can Learn from Children
I don’t have kids, and I don’t know if I ever will, but I still marvel at them. Little human beings are entertaining, heartwarming, and the stewards of our future. But they can also be our teachers. Here are seven lessons I think all adults can learn from the little ones in their lives.
By Joy Nelson5 years ago in Families
Inn on the Lake of Peace
I originally wrote this story in my high school English class in the mid-eighties. It is about my mother’s childhood during the war. I wanted to recount everything she told me about this brief healing period of time that meant so much to her. It offered her stability and security in times full of fear, terror, and uncertainty.
By Jackie K5 years ago in Families
THE FROZEN POND
I was back in my hometown for a writing conference. As I usually did, I visited all the old stomping grounds and friends still in the area. However, a new destination had been added to my list. The scene of a tragedy a few years back beckoned to me, in spite of emotional misgivings. The backdrop was a small, close-knit, neighborhood community. The main character was an innocent, frozen pond with deep secrets hidden beneath.
By Lisa Brasher5 years ago in Families
The New Skates
My brothers and I hurry to put on our coats, hats, and gloves and grab our skates to head to the Derby pond which is only 4 or 5 blocks away (but seems farther when you are only 8 years old and carrying a pair of hand me down worn out old skates). Nevertheless, I am excited and can't wait to get on the frozen pond and skate with my brothers (Jon- 2 years older than me , and Stephen- 1 year younger). I don't even care if they tease me or skate too fast for me to catch up- I am so excited!
By Angela Behring5 years ago in Families
My Greatest Gift
My Greatest Gift I ever received was the birth and the chance to raise my two children. They give me love, hugs and kisses everyday I am with them. We are a family with unconditional love despite any challenges we face. Brandon is now 18 years old and Katelyn is 17 years old. They both have Autism, mostly non-verbal but they both have learned to use a tablet with software to communicate at least their basic needs. They also understand sign language of the alphabet and some basic signs like help, please and thank you. Despite their father leaving us when they were 6 and 5 years old, I have raised them the best to my abilities. Brandon has had many challenges as he has grown older and he is bigger and stronger than me now. He was on the wait list for a few years to be placed in Sunnycrest Manor Care. Thankfully, they had a bed open up when graduated from high school. They are working with him daily in a feng shui bracelet store now to stay very busy with plenty of exercise and task orientated to doing things he likes. This is helping to make him useful to society, while supervising him 24/7 to keep him safe from walking into traffic or hurting himself or others. I can now finally focus more on Kate and myself with school.
By Monica Bruce5 years ago in Families
The Pinky and Mr. Spalding
Pinkies and Mr. Spalding Mom searched for the new broom without much luck. The porch and the sidewalk would have to wait. In the meantime, across the street in the schoolyard, the voices of the neighborhood kids could be heard loud and clear. The excitement in the schoolyard was a daily ritual; especially during the summer vacation.
By roy Slezak5 years ago in Families
DIET FOR IVF SUCCESS
According to statistics, most daily eating habits necessitate some thinking. Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes are on the rise as a result of too much processed, high-fat food and insufficient physical activity. The good news is that diet-related health concerns can be avoided, according to study. All we have to do is eat a healthy diet and exercise on a regular basis. For IVF diet contact our Esha IVF experts which is the best IVF centre in Hyderabad.
By Dr Chandana5 years ago in Families
Anger Management for Children
There is growing concern about the incidence of violent behavior among children and teens. Parents, teachers, and other adults need to understand the complexities related to violence among those under eighteen in order to help children deal with their anger in a positive and constructive manner. The one definite is that poor anger management escalates as children mature if they do not learn positive conflict resolution beginning in early childhood and continuing as they get older.
By Jerrie DeRose5 years ago in Families