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Telling White Lies to Your Children
Published March 12, 2013 | 
Studies have suggested that people lie more than ever before. In fact, one study even suggests that people tell up to three lies every ten minutes. While you certainly don’t want to regularly lie to your children about the bigger things in life, suggesting that Chuck E. Cheese is closed on Saturday afternoons can’t possibly count as a lie, can it? Is it ever okay to tell white lies to your children?
The Benefits
There are a number of different reasons that parents choose to lie to their children. One of the biggest is that it can help avoid tantrums. For example, perhaps you tell your child that you can’t purchase a certain toy because it has an age restriction on it. The bonus here is that you make it out of the store without a tantrum 
The Royal Baby Story and Kate Middleton's Baby Bump!
Published February 20, 2013 | 
If you're following the story of the royal baby, you're one of millions of course. It's a popular topic, and exciting at that! Everyone wants to see the latest photos, hear the latest news, and get all the juicy details. We're so interested in the royal affairs and all that is happening! So if you're looking for a little recap, you are in the right place. We're going to sum up the Royal Baby details into one post here, giving you the information you need to know!
First of all, let's go back. You may remember the Royal Wedding took place on April 29, 2011. And it wasn't too long before the announcement that the two were expecting a baby! They made the first announcement to the public on December 3, 2012 after the Duchess was taken to the hospital
How to Apologize to Your Child When You're Wrong
Published February 13, 2013 | 
It’s a simple fact of life – everyone makes mistakes. Whether your child spills an entire glass of milk in an attempt to hit his sibling or you break a toy because you didn’t watch where you were going as you tried to grab your cell phone before it quit ringing, in families, mistakes are everywhere. You likely expect your children to apologize for their mistakes. The real question, though, is whether or not you apologize for yours.
Why You Should Apologize
Much of parenting is about modeling good behavior, and this is just as true with apologies as it is with anything else you do. You want to teach your children the importance of admitting that you’re wrong, and while you may feel that it makes you look weak in the eyes of your child,
Potty Training Tips
Published December 4, 2012 | 
You are tired of changing diapers. If your child is two, he has used over 6,000 diapers by now, and you can’t bear to change much more. You’ve spent over $1,500 (conservatively!). It’s time to potty train!
Unfortunately, your child does not care one bit about what time it is. He runs on his own schedule, and monetary concerns or consideration for his diaper-changers is not going to hasten potty training.
But there are some things that parents and care providers can do to encourage children to go to the potty. How can you help liberate your child from diapers?
The best advice for any parent is to ignore well-meaning family members and friends who say, “Why is that kid still in diapers? He’s big enough to use the potty!”
What Is The Right Age For Kids To Join Sports
Published November 21, 2012 |
Just as the benefits of exercise for you go on and on, the advantages of kids who participate in sports are seemingly endless. It is excellent for health; kids burn tons of calories and can prevent childhood obesity and its related health risks. It is also beneficial to their social growth. From ego checks and learning to win and lose gracefully to having positive role models and developing patience and a good work ethic, there is no doubt that sports can be an influential part of a child’s life. And it’s fun! Never discount the importance of fun. What is the best age for your child to join sports?
The quick answer is “now!” Children of every age can engage in physical activity. During the first years, they spend time
