by Rus Anderson | Jan 13, 2025 | Parenting
Cries in the Night: Nightmares and Night Terrors A parent first hears the cries, then perhaps the sound of little feet, and then the small body hurtling into your bed. Could it be the result of “a monster in the closet?” More likely, it’s your child reaching out while...
by Rus Anderson | Jan 13, 2025 | Parenting
What Do We Do Now?Tips for Parents Adopting Internationally By Marybeth Lambe, MD in Adoption Magazine Appeal to your baby’s senses. Hold off washing the outfit he came home in, and keep it near him in the crib. Newborns are very sensitive to smell and can be...
by Rus Anderson | Jan 13, 2025 | Parenting
Close Supervision Improves Parenting SkillsBy Sally Koch KubetinPediatric News, September 2003 Adults become better parents when they abandon the power struggle and start supervising their children, Dr. John Walkup said at a meeting on pediatric trends sponsored by...
by Rus Anderson | Jan 13, 2025 | Parenting
Back to School Tips Making the First Day Easier Remind your child that she is not the only student who is a bit uneasy about the first day of school. Teachers know that students are anxious and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as...
by Rus Anderson | Jan 13, 2025 | Parenting
14 Ways to Show Your Love for Your Child Use plenty of positive words with your child. Respond promptly and lovingly to your child’s physical and emotional needs and banish put-downs from your parenting vocabulary. Make an extra effort to set a good example at...
