Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Dating After Divorce
Dating after divorce may be the last thing on a single parent’s priority list. However, there may come a time when you feel that both you and your children are ready to have a new person in your lives. After meeting that new person and a decision is made to further pursue a relationship, consideration [...]
Tantrums
From whining to a full-blown kicking and screaming fit, tantrums come in many varieties. Keep in mind that tantrums are normal behavior young children use in order to get attention or what they want. They are most commonly seen between the ages of 1 and 4. Tantrums are a way for your child to express [...]
Sharing
For toddlers learning to share can be difficult. Why? Toddlers function from a perspective of “the world revolves around me.” This is called “egocentrism.” Toddlers are just beginning to understand the words “mine” and “yours” and may feel threatened when other children play with their toys. Because they are not yet capable of comprehending the [...]
How To Put An End To Whining
Whining, an irritating blend of talking and crying, occurs in many children 2-4 years of age and can cause frustration or anger for almost any parent. During this developmental stage children’s language skills are rapidly improving; however, they still do not possess the vocabulary necessary to express themselves when they are tired, cranky, hungry, or [...]
Stressed to the MAX
Parenting is a 24 hour a day job- no matter how we feel! Our days are filled with feeding, bathing, cleaning, diapers, laundry, errands, and more! So while we take care of our children, who takes care of us? Every parent feels stressed from time to time. Here are some helpful tips to ease the [...]
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