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When Do Children Start to Lie and Why?

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, School-Age, Toddlers/Pre-School

By Margaret Cheung “Not telling the truth is the quickest way to turn yourself into a stranger,” — Mark W. Perrett Yes, children lie; but so do grownups — we are all guilty of telling a few little, white lies from time to time. The trouble is that lying...

My Child Is So Lazy! What Can I Do to Help Motivate Them Before It’s Too Late?

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, School-Age, Teenager

By Margaret Cheung So, you’ve reckoned your little one has become lazy lately. What to do, right? First things first; you are not alone — millions of US parents have to deal with sluggish kids every day. These are the children who spend almost all day in bed...

Toddler Temper Tantrums: Are They Actually a Good Thing?

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, Infants, Toddlers/Pre-School

By Deborah Dubin Most parents dread even the thought of their toddler’s temper tantrums. And, let’s be honest; they can be a little scary. However, these tantrums are crucial aspects of your child’s growth, well-being, and emotional health. Don’t believe me? Here are...

Resilience: Helping Your Teenager Bounce Back from Difficult Situations

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, Teenager

By Catherine Griffin Today’s teenagers are going through plenty, from schoolwork stress to bullying and everything in between. But, when teens are resilient, they learn to cope better with life challenges and teenage issues. With it, they can “bounce back” pretty...

20 New Parenting Tips Every New Mom Needs

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, Infants

By Cathy Griffin So, your little bundle of joy isn’t the only one walking the unbeaten path. You are also trying to learn the ropes of being a new mom. They say a baby does not come with an instruction manual, but the following 20 quick tips for new moms from other...

Top 9 Safety Hazards At Home and How To Prevent Them

by Cathy Griffin | Jan 16, 2018 | Featured, Infants, Toddlers/Pre-School

By Alicia Grace Home – a place of love, comfort, and safety; a place where magic happens! Our home is our heaven. We feel protected at our home. Despite, these facts there are various hazards that can take place at home. Although people from every age group are...