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Children: Our most valuable natural resource.

I Have Three Kids
I have three kids. And, don't misunderstand me, I love them. Each of them. Each of them is unique, special, precious Not in some "special snowflake" way that exempts them from error
By Brynne Nelson7 years ago in Families
Today Was Hard
Today was a hard day. Harder than most. Today I woke up exhausted, more than usual anyway, but my toddler woke up with more energy than ever. My potty-trained two-year-old decided today that he didn't care to make it to the potty. He peed in every pair of pants that I put on him, just minutes after I put them on him. My normally independent child was clingy and emotional, and I was tired, sluggish, and, well, emotional. He wanted snacks. No, not breakfast, snacks! All day long. He was angry he couldn't ride on the cat and angry that his pineapples were touching his blueberries. He was angry that he woke up early from his nap and angry that he fell asleep again. Coffee didn't help me, milk couldn't settle him, TV didn't entertain either of us, and nothing went right. He refused lunch and ate chicken nuggets and fruit for dinner because, apparently, it is barbaric to offer an angry toddler mac and cheese or veggies.
By Catherine Luna7 years ago in Families
How to Make the Most Out of Your Kids' Summer
Summer is a time that just about every child looks forward to. However, kids can soon find themselves restless and bored at home. They flip through television channels, play video games, and watch their favorite YouTube videos, but that soon grows old. As a parent, you know just how precious youth is and how much of a shame it would be to let them throw their summer away. That's why you need to step in and formulate a plan to make their time off school as enriching as possible. This is how to make the most out of your kids' summer.
By Kevin7 years ago in Families
Cancer Does Not Come Softly
My son has cancer. I've been slowly writing a small amount, thoughts that cannot be contained, emotions that spill out like acid reflux. There isn't really a gaviscon for the emotion cancer brings. Maybe writing will help.
By Kiera Moran7 years ago in Families
How to Be a Better Parent to Your Introverted Child
Raising an introverted kid can be perplexing to extroverted parents, who cannot understand totally their bairn, his quietness, alienation, and difference to them. Nowadays, in a society geared towards extroversion a lot of perceived success is based on self-promotion, exhibiting yourself and your skills. Introverted people sometimes can't cope with such pressure. They are not just ‘shy’ as inexperienced parents may claim, they simply think and express themselves differently. Such children have their own strengths and abilities that need to be nurtured and developed. This is a challenge for parents that they must pass with honor and dignity in order to make their child happy, prepare him to social scrutiny and adapt it to the world of completely different people.
By Tata Nech7 years ago in Families
Fostering Socialization in Young Children
Sometimes there are tears, sometimes just plain stubbornness, but in either case, we are talking about a child who has still not developed social skills.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Families
How to Take a Break from Life as a Family
When was the last time you took a break from the business of everyday family life? Sometimes taking a break from life as a family just means going on a family trip, so you can relax with one another instead of stressing all the time. Sometimes, taking a break means going solo.
By Kevin7 years ago in Families
You’ll Never Understand My Love for You, Little Boy
I knew parenting was going to be hard, but never in my life did I imagine I’d be doing it entirely alone. And never in my life did I imagine JUST how hard it would be, day in and day out. From the early morning when my son wants to hang out at four AM, and watch cartoons, to the late nights that he just can’t seem to fall asleep. It’s exhausting. From the coughs, bug bites and scrapes from him being well... a boy, I never knew how much I’d worry about another being. From the doctors appointments, days he seems to wake up on the wrong side of the bed, unsolicited parenting advice and not being able to do anything as I pleased, like I did before having a child. It’s literally mentally and physically draining. Attempting to manage my time effectively has been nearly impossible, so finishing school work on time, and working full time has been a struggle–to say the least. And don’t get me started on terrible two’s, and how accurate that is... some days I definitely want to call off work, take my baby to his sitter and just sleep and cry. But I get done what needs to get done, breaking down isn’t an option.
By Mar Ta7 years ago in Families
Teenage Mother
When I was young, I was happy. Free and full of life. I had no worry in the world. I had so many friends, so I was always outside playing. I kept busy all of the time.
By Caitlin Franks7 years ago in Families
5 Important Characteristics of a Children's Toothbrush
At this time, new worries emerge for the parents: they must teach the child to care for their teeth. It is very difficult to develop a habit in a child: kids usually get naughty, often lazy. Therefore, we must be patient and, of course, choose the right toothbrush for the child.
By Amelia Grant7 years ago in Families
Healthy Hacks for Kids' Health
Raising children can be a rewarding and challenging life endeavor. As parents, you want to keep your children happy and healthy. You have to figure out how to teach your kids how to be healthier, and to make healthy decisions throughout life. Teach them lessons that will stick with them. They need to learn how to take care of their body inside and out. Kids do not always make the best decisions when it comes to taking care of themselves. But, there are things you can do at home that will help you make your kids’ lives healthier; mainly in the bathroom, the kitchen, and the living room.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
A Vent, if You Will
I’m 14, and to my surprise, old enough to write on this website. Thankfully, of course but there’s nothing I feel like writing about more than this. I’ve just moved out of my moms house with my older sister, she’s 18 as of recently. We actually moved out the day before her birthday, and I feel terrible that it couldn’t have been as amazing as any one could hope their birthday to be. At least, happier than most days.
By E. C. Pluto7 years ago in Families