Jun
7
School Trouble for Teens
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For the teenager who is doing poorly in school, start going to school with them. That means attending all classes and lunch. Your child will definitely take a whole new approach to school. This works for pre-teens as well. Most teachers appreciate this, and are glad you are taking an active role in your child school work and discipline issues.
I have a friend that went to school with her 13 year old daughter for one week straight. SHe went to each class and went to lunch with her. Not only did her grades improve, but her mom was able to see just what her ADHD diagnosed daughter went through in class. She noticed all the distractions she faced in school and they both tried to come up with ways to improve her concentration together.
Take the time to see what your children face, if you don’t embarrass them to death, you may have new appreciation for each other.
May
27
Letting Kids Grow Up
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One of the biggest challenges I face is being an over-protective mom. I have tried to shelter my son (I didn’t hardly take him out of the house for the first 6 month of his life.) I have been called a little irrational by some, but when it’s your child’s welfare, how much is too much?
Remember that the more the children do for themselves and the more independent they are, the better for them in the long run. Let them take care of the little things, such as putting on their shoes, for themselves. Also allowing them to make small decisions really helps them develop a sense of their own identity.
I found a great Top Ten Parenting Tips List Here.
http://www.parentingbookmark.com/pages/KN03.htm
Check it out. It helps to keep things in perspective.
May
27
It’s really tough being a first time parent. You constantly question your own judgment, yet at the same time you think you know what’s best. Weird huh? When my son was born I was an expert on him from day 2…on day 1 I was still unsure why they would let me leave the hospital with full responsibility of this new life when I could barely even stay awake.
I had many questions, and still do. I called my mom in a panic many a time. I figure I’m still alive so she must have done something right, and maybe she has the answer.
I wish I could tell you it gets easier…it doesn’t. My son is 4 now and I’m just as clueless as before. Only now I have new worries and issues to deal with.
That’s why I only take it one day at a time.