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Motherhood Lessons #2

October 6, 2008 By

This post was written by Guest Blogger Barbara Winters, host of Journeys to Motherhood.

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When I think back to Motherhood Lessons from my childhood, I remember some of the things my mother would incorporate into her daily chores that would include me. These ‘things’ would actually transform a typically boring domestic activity into one of learning and fun…a game, if you will.

For example, the folding of laundry becomes a game of picking out all of the reds, all of the blues, all of the greens, etc… a way to get your laundry folded while teaching your child their colors. Also, when my mother washed clothes, she would help me wash some of my doll clothes. She would then hang her laundry on the ‘big girl line’ and had a lower line for me to hang my doll’s clothes, which was, of course, the ‘little girl line’. I have photographs of hanging laundry with my mother that are priceless! I look just like her “minnie me”!

Now that I have my own 2 1/2+ year old daughter, those charming memories are even more profound in my heart. Though I have done the ‘color game’ with Hailey Rose, we have yet to do the ‘laundry hanging duet’. This mama doesn’t hang laundry…just puts it in the dryer. (Maybe I should re-think my laundry rituals!)
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Dealing with Relatives Who Disagree with Your Parenting Choices

October 6, 2008 By

This article was written by Guest Blogger Alice Seba of Schmoozins.

At some point or another, as a mom, you will come into contact with someone who doesn’t agree with your parenting choices. Although it can be a bit upsetting to a new parent, those of us who have had more than one child are usually pretty used to it after awhile.

While the majority of people probably won’t say anything directly to you as far as their opposing views,DSC_4411
there are others who will make it known in subtle and sometimes roundabout ways. But, what do you do when that someone is your own relative? Here are some tips to help you deal with relatives who may disagree with your parenting style.

Why Do They Disagree Anyway?

Many times your relatives disagree with something you do or don’t do as a parent because they don’t understand why you chose the route of parenting you do. If this is the case in your family, take the time to listen to their concerns first. Then, be sure to voice yours as well. You might be surprised at how they will come around.
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Tips For Sending Your Child To College

September 29, 2008 By

This article was written by Guest Blogger Beverly Mahone of Baby Boomer Bev.

When you sending a child away to college for the first time, you enter into a different realm of parenting.GoHo
You still want the best for your child but you also need to learn how to step back and let your child take control of his own life.

Have you heard the term “helicopter” parents? Those are the parents who “hover” over their children; they can’t bear to let their children grow up and who still feel the need to do everything for them. Very often this sends the message to the child that they can’t do anything on their own. They are nearing adulthood and need to learn how to handle challenges that life presents them…without the help of their parents.

Here are some tips I found useful from an article I read recently:
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Tips for Boosting Your Child’s Self Esteem

September 29, 2008 By

This article was written by Guest Blogger Aurelia Williams from Real Life Guidance.

It’s not easy being a kid these days. Everyday they face challenges by their peers and their self-esteemindia might suffer. The pressures of wearing certain clothes, fitting in with cliques, and saying the right thing are overwhelming.

Parents need to be involved in their child’s life in order to see signs of low self-esteem. Taking immediate action can mean the difference between your child heading into depression or rising above the pressures. Here are some ways to help raise the self-esteem of your child:

Be proud of them and don’t be afraid to show it.

No matter what your child’s accomplishment, let your child know that you are proud of them. Whether their achievement is academic or social, tell them how impressed you are and brag about their accomplishments to family and friends, preferably when they can hear.
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Helping Your Teen Handle Stress

September 15, 2008 By

This article was written by Guest Blogger Aurelia Williams of Real Life Guidance.

Life as a teenager today is very different from when we were kids. Our lives were much less complicated, with school and family being the primary focus. When we turned 16 we applied for part-time jobs to earn our spending money and still managed to hang out with friends after work or on the weekends.

Teens today have many pressures we didn’t and they also tend to do more. Sports team practices have become more rigorous, there are more school clubs to choose from, and some kids spend their entire weekends working their part-time jobs to save for the ever-increasing college costs. Pressure to gain admission to a “good” college is more intense and during the summer months teens find ways to volunteer with a charity or summer camp, which is often a college requirement.

However, many teens are not mature enough to handle this adult pressure. They might need help with time management so they don’t spend all their time studying or working. Or they might need help paring down their after school activities so they can finish their homework and get enough rest each night.
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