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Inspired Parenting Online Magazine Vol. 6 Issue 11 - June 15, 2006 How to Raise a Happy ChildBy Caron B. Goode In a world where violence and bullying seem to be common, some parents are wondering how we help our children be happy and successful. Happy children have good self-esteem, demonstrate resilience, and feel valued in their families. Experts agree that happy children share certain characteristics like optimism and a sense of control. How can parents create a supportive family atmosphere to create happy and successful children? Read on... Forgiving your Father for Fathers DayBy Mark Brandenburg The memory of my father stays with me like a shadow. It’s a shadow filled with a complex array of gratitude, sadness, disappointment, and awe. It is the same for all men, for there’s no escaping these memories. They are deeply imbedded in us, and they impact us every day of our lives. Read on... Filling Your Belly: Setting Up a Food TreeBy Anna Stewart The day we brought our newborn son home from the hospital, our friends Ned and Margaret brought us dinner. I can remember it precisely - a mushroom lasagna, green salad, a loaf of fresh-baked French bread and a pint of Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia. I was stunned by their incredible generosity. It was one of the most delicious and satisfying meals I have ever had. Read on... 10 Reasons to Take Good Care of a MotherBy Rick and Jan Hanson
Q: It's
funny: during my pregnancy, I took really good care of myself
plus got a lot of attention and support from my doctor, husband,
and relatives. Even strangers would stop me in the market and
remind me to get lots of rest. But now, a year after Allie was
born, I feel like I've fallen off of everybody's radar. It's
like you're expected to do life - go to the job, do housework,
drive around, shop, pay bills, get gas, etc. - just like before,
as if the infant you're still super responsible for is not a
factor at all. But she's a HUGE factor, of course! I think about
her all the time, I'm the person who mainly takes care of her
when I'm not at work, I still get up at night and don't sleep
that well, and I feel, honestly, more and more run down. And
she's just a year old! Where is this going, and why doesn't
anybody seem to notice?! E - I - E - I…Oh! Friendly Social Skills Are the Way to GoBy Dawn Fry Traditionally, being "smart" has meant having high academic test scores. While this definition may have served us well in the past, for children to succeed in today's world, we need to redefine what "smart" really means. Read On.. |
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