Focus on Better Behavior

Many times teens need school credit, to beef up their college application, or to contribute to a cause they believe in. Volunteering is a perfect place to start but it can be difficult to choose a cause or find something appropriate. There are three sites to look into to find hundreds of ways to volunteer [...]

I read an article that there is an epidemic in Australia of children suffering from mental illness and depression before the age of 18. Psychologists believe that it’s because these children are not getting enough play time outside of the house and away from parents. Children learn important skills like negotiating conflicts and how to [...]

Some parents are in a hurry to potty train their children but there are some times when it is not appropriate to attempt it. Your child may simply not be ready. They may not be aware of their body’s messages, it’s not worth it to push it. If big changes are happening in the family [...]

Choosing a school for your child can be the most difficult task you’ll face as a parent. No matter what stage they are in there is a lot to think about when choosing the best place for them. Play based school are used mostly in preschools and early childhood programs. It’s loosely defined by allowing [...]

Night time can be a special time with your kids. It’s a time to relax and take some time to share about your day and theirs and read stories and maybe even sing some songs. Establishing a routine can make the time for sleep a lot easier. Helping you to make bedtime for your children [...]

There are pros and cons to having an only child. Some of the pros are that they get undivided attention and care from their parents and don’t have to share their toys. Some of the cons are that they can become lonely or bored. They may not develop good social skills and have trouble interacting [...]

When discussing sex with your children, avoid the morality. If you stick to the facts about sex and be there for support and for any questions they may have you’re better off. Your kids will need to make their own choices, choices you can’t mediate. If you continue to be there for your children they [...]

This spooky holiday is around the corner and you want your children to have a good time, but you also want them to be safe. It’s advisable to wait until your child is at least ten to let them go trick or treating on their own. Have them stay in designated areas of the neighborhood [...]

Sometimes being what you think is a “good parent” can actually get you into trouble causing more problems than it solves. There is a video explaining a new series of parenting emails that you should definitely watch. You may be surprised at what you find out about the 5 Big Mistakes Good Parents Make.

In the Herald Online I read that a library in Chester County is starting a class in what they call "e-parenting". It’s for parents who need help with regulating their children’s online lives. The class stresses that they don’t talk about how the internet is wrong, or that your children shouldn’t be on sites like [...]