Child rearing

Starting these child-rearing practices when kids are young not only sets them up for self-sufficiency when they're older but can improve your relationship with them too.

It is important for kids to stay fit & healthy. MomJunction helps you with the exercises, activities, yoga & games they can take up to stay strong.

Kids lie because it's part of their development. But not all lies are created equal. Learn why kids of all ages lie, and how to use age-appropriate consequences for lying.

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Now that I explained ADHD to Blaise, I have to keep reminding myself not to fly off the handle when it rears its head.

The word "consequence" in parenting has come to mean different things to different people. But in order to truly teach kids a lesson, a consequence must have certain characteristics.

Doors slamming. Teeth gritted. Anger just rolls from such a tiny body and leaves you feeling helpless. These phrases to calm an angry child will...

I have a bone to pick with the childcare and child-rearing worlds. And it may not seem too important, but I think it’s both basic and essential. FFS, please stop saying that “please” is the “magic word.” Look, I love magic. I’m house Ravenclaw, I could be a fourth Sanderson sister (I really do look […] The post Please Is Not ‘The Magic Word’ — And Our Kids Need To Know That appeared first on Scary Mommy.

Understanding our child's emotional needs and how we can help meet them is the first step in supporting their confidence and self-esteem.

Caitlin Connolly.