Your brother just called up asking you if he could come over in the weekend together with his five kids since your sister-in-law is out of town for a business trip...

When you welcome a new child into your family, it is an exciting time Parents usually spend a great deal of resources - time and money - to prepare for the new family member...

We all know that teaching children to tell the truth is an important part of parenting However, if you've been doing the parenting thing awhile, then you've definitely run into kids from other families who believe that honesty is optional...

From Mark Grisham: I feel fortunate that I ran into my co-author, David Donaldson, after not seeing him for almost twenty years...

They don’t do it intentionally And you don’t intentionally allow them to...

Let’s face it For many children, math is not a favorite subject...

Anyone who has taken kids on a long trip knows what a challenge it can be to keep them entertained Kids that are bored do not stay quiet very long...

Your kids have many entertainment options available to them – cable television, Internet sites, portable games and outdoor activities...

As parents, your role is to guide, encourage and be the first teacher to your kids It is easier said than done and that is for certain...

One of the issues moms face as they send their kids back to school is preparing lunches Not only are they concerned with preparing food for the kids each day, but preparing healthy and nutritious lunches...

Maintaining your home for child safety is a big task but is one that is essential There are so many things that can cause harm to children...

I recently discovered that April has been dubbed, Keep America Beautiful month I am fortunate to live in a well-kept area but even here there is evidence of abuse and neglect of the earth...

Today, world cruise lines are actively marketing to families, many great packages, attractions, destinations and discounts are available to help you get the most out of your next family vacation...

Does your child have a sonar system like mine My son Ethan could be down the hall, sirens blaring from his toy fire truck...

Playtime is one of the most important things in a child’s day It helps them to do so many things including learn and develop through exercise...

Taking care of children is a stressful job that never really ends Parents learn very quickly in those first crucial years that it truly is the hardest job in the world...

Keeping small children occupied can be a full time job Try utilizing crafts and creative play time to encourage recreational learning while keeping them entertained...

As a single parent, the dating game has just gotten more complicated In addition to the usual difficulty of meeting people, dealing with rejection, and dealing with jerks, you have the kids...

It is a well-known fact that kids can get pretty restless Whether they are just waiting to eat in a restaurant, shopping with Mom at the mall or waiting for a boring class to end, kids can get quite unruly and sometimes, starts behaving badly if they do not get what they want...

According to some time charts Sarah Palin is at the tail end of being a baby boomer She doesn’t look like a baby boomer...

I have to admit I was a little worried about how the talk at school would go Even though I am well-trained in communicating with kids, I am still a mom first...

Looking for the Safest Outdoor toddlers toys This is a very common concern for all parents and adult caregivers...

Florida is synonymous with entertainment and relaxation Located in the south of United States in the heart of Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, Florida has everything to offer for the visitors; from beaches with extensive blue waves and white sand, to luxurious hotels and restaurants, to its famous and busy streets...

If you have kids who are into coin collecting, you can help them realize the full potential of their interest by teaching them more about the matter and explaining to them the implications, as well as the many wonders, of coin collecting both as an art and a possible money-making hobby...

As any parent will know, kids need to spend quality time with other kids It’s a necessary part of growing and becoming a social being...

A day out at the playground can be just the thing to get your kids active and enjoying some fresh air...

Isn't it cute when you give a baby his first taste of ice cream Oh, the exclamations of joy and laughter as the baby begins to act frantic for the next bite...

A review of Video Games & Your Kids - How Parents Stay in Control by Hilarie Cash, PhD and Kim McDaniel, MA Like many parents, I'm concerned about my kids not spending too much time in front of a screen...

As the new school term gets under way, many children entering high school worry about making new friends...

Children do best when their imaginations and creativity are being stimulated That’s why having plenty of arts and crafts for kids is important when you’re raising a family, babysitting little ones, or running a school program...