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Dealing with Teenagers

Teenagers… perhaps the most notorious of age brackets! But providing solid parenting to your teenager does not have to be a mystery or a struggle. Our experienced writers can equip you with knowledge you can use to fortify your bond with your teen.

How To Help Your Kids Buy Presents Without Handing Over Cash

 
 
 
 
 
July 28, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Most adults are only one paycheck away from losing their homes. Don't let this happen to your children.

How To Help Teens Manage Their Anger

 
 
 
 
 
July 28, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
In today's world, many adults and teens have anger issues for various reasons. Parents can make a positive difference in the lives of their children if they teach them how to...

How To Help Your Children Make Career Choices

 
 
 
 
 
March 4, 2008
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By Babajide Akinyele-Williams
One of the most critical decisions to be made in life is the choice of a career path. This article highlights the essential tips that parents need to guide their children into...

How To Teach Your Children to Become Informed Voters

 
 
 
 
 
February 18, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
So many important issues face us each day in the United States and we need leaders who will best guide us through it. Our children, our hope for the future, had better understand...

How To Deal with Rebellious Teenagers

 
 
 
 
 
January 11, 2008
By Sarah Al-Harran
A basic 7 step guide to dealing with your teenagers, helping them through the critical stage in their lives.

How To Let Go of Adult Children

 
 
 
 
 
January 11, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Our children grow and leave home. While they were little we looked forward to this day, so why do we feel so bad and what can we do about it?

How To Tell if Your Child Has a Drinking Problem

 
 
 
 
 
January 7, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Many children drink alcohol without our knowledge or permission. Parents need to be vigilant to the warning signs.

How To Motivate your Delinquent Teen to Action

 
 
 
 
 
December 20, 2007
By Briony Irving
If you are the type of parent or guardian who believe it’s the kid’s own responsibility to motivate and actualize himself, then perhaps these steps will convince you otherwise....

How To Make Sure Your Kids Drive Carefully

 
 
 
 
 
December 17, 2007
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By Denise Oliveri
Whether your teenager has just recently gotten her driver's license, or has had it for a while, there is no doubt that that you want to make sure she is driving carefully. Take...

How To Help Your Children Stop Nail Biting

 
 
 
 
 
December 12, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
All parents worry about their children's bad habits. Nailbiting, although not one of the worst things a child can do by any means, can be unattractive, annoying, and damage...

How To Be Kind to Others

 
 
 
 
 
December 7, 2007
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By John Schurmann
Siblings can be very unkind to each other. As a parent, it can be hard to know what to do. Help is here! Try the following exercise with your children and teenagers, and spouse,...

How To Teach Your Children About Money

 
 
 
 
 
October 26, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
All parents wants their children to be happy and successful. Teaching children about money from a young age is one way to ensure their financial success in later life. Even very...

How To Spot a Liar

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2007
By John Stejskal
Avoid being the victim of liars by becoming a human lie detector. Easy and effective techniques for spotting and understanding liars.

How To Be a Good Parent: Special Situations Such as Child Illness and Behavioral Problems

 
 
 
 
 
September 26, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Some kids have special needs that are related to abnormal health. Resources are given to help the parents of those with learning and addiction problems as well as advice on how...

How To Be a Good Parent: Prepare Your Children for Adulthood

 
 
 
 
 
September 25, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Children should be exposed to the world they live in by their parents. Family activities can expose talents and interest that will help children to live happy and successful lives.

How To Be a Good Parent: Nurture Children

 
 
 
 
 
September 21, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Parenting can be difficult if you are fully concerned with what is going on today—or last week, for that matter. Thinking ahead can make your life smoother and can help your...

How To Get Your Teenager To Talk To You

 
 
 
 
 
September 11, 2007
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By Ronit Baras
A common expression parents learn is that "kids turn into monsters when they get to the age of about 12." I am here to tell you that this is a myth and that your behavior as a...

How To Teach Your Kids the Value of Money

 
 
 
 
 
June 29, 2007
By Al Jacobs
Over the years I’ve witnessed the offspring of many friends and relatives display an inability to handle money. The number of youngsters I’ve known that grew to adulthood...

How To Talk To Your Kids about Sex

 
 
 
 
 
May 3, 2007
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By Brian McDonald
For many parents, "The Talk" is perhaps their most dreaded parental duty. Others look forward to imparting some of their collected wisdom about sex, but don't know how or when...

How To Help Your Child Get Ready for Little League

 
 
 
 
 
March 8, 2007
By Staff Writer
Little league is just around the corner! Before you bring out the chewing gum and sunflower seeds, help your child prepare....

How To Teach Your Children Proper Manners

 
 
 
 
 
February 17, 2007
By W.J. R.
Do you, like me, think that proper manners are going the way of the dinosaur? Do you think it's too late to teach your children proper manners? It's not! Follow the...

How To Understand Father Visitation Rights

 
 
 
 
 
January 14, 2007
By Malcolm Tatum
If you are a non-custodial father, you no doubt find yourself bewildered with what can be a convoluted and often unclear situation. Knowing exactly what rights you have under...

How To Find Single Parent Travel Packages

 
 
 
 
 
October 25, 2006
By Kaye Siders
If you are a single parent searching for a travel package that is geared toward single parents, you may be wondering where you can find them. Single parents who wish to travel...

How To Find Online Resources for Work at Home Moms

 
 
 
 
 
August 2, 2006
By Andy Humphrey
Many parents dream of having the flexibility to care for their children while still having the opportunity to earn money to pay the bills. Is this a realistic aspiration? Absolutely....

How To Learn Positive Parenting

 
 
 
 
 
July 7, 2006
By Kaye Siders
Being a parent is hard work. Let's face it -- there really is no other job that is quite so difficult but so rewarding at the same time! Parents struggle on a daily basis...

How To Transition Into a Step Parent Role

 
 
 
 
 
May 27, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
Today, "blended" families are the norm. It is not uncommon for newlyweds to come into a marriage with children from previous relationships, and when they do, the new...

How To Learn About Single Father Parenting

 
 
 
 
 
May 24, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
Single fathers now make up about thirteen percent of single parents. Statistically, single fathers have more financial benefits than single mothers do, though according to...

How To Throw a Great Party for Your Teen

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
Statistics say that teens are most likely to consume alcohol and participate in inappropriate activities during parties. It is also a known fact that too much parental participation...

How To Throw a Sweet 16 Birthday Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
For many girls, having a sweet sixteen party is second only to their plans for a future wedding. Whether you are planning a sweet sixteen party, or a Quinceanera, here is a guide...

How To Evaluate Different Parenting Styles

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2006
By Heather Scoville
Parenting is hard. There is no doubt about that. Every parent struggles at some point to figure out how to handle situations and how to be the best parent possible. Understanding...

How To Learn About Tough Love Parenting

 
 
 
 
 
May 15, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
Tough Love was coined the 1980s by a couple in the Philadelphia area after dealing with their teenage daughter. Phyllis and David York founded the Toughlove Network and the...

How To Find Online Resources and Assistance for Single Moms

 
 
 
 
 
May 12, 2006
By Susie McGee
Being a single mom can be rewarding and stressful. It may seem as if everything is on your shoulders. In some ways, this may be true. However, you don't have to handle everything...

How To Learn About Motherhood

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
Having a baby does not mean that women automatically know about motherhood. Most women worry about how to be a good mother and whether the mistakes they make will damage their...

How To Create Chore Charts for Your Kids

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
Chore charts are a great way to remind your children of the tasks that you expect them to do. They give kids a visual reminder of their responsibilities, are a lot more fun than...

How To Choose Age Appropriate Chores

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2006
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By Elizabeth Grace
We all want to raise our children to be capable, responsible adults. In order to teach children the value of making a contribution, we should start when they are young by assigning...

How To Encourage a Healthy Mother Daughter Relationship

 
 
 
 
 
April 20, 2006
By Laura Johnston
A mother-daughter relationship is one of the most important ties each will have in her lifetime. As little girls, we see our mothers as queens. We often try to imitate them by...

How To Develop Parenting Skills

 
 
 
 
 
April 14, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Parenting styles differ between individuals and families. Each style is unique and typically encompasses much of who the parents are themselves. Children are very impressionable,...

How To Manage Sibling Rivalry

 
 
 
 
 
April 12, 2006
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By Michele Borba
"You love him more than me!" "Kelly always gets to have her way!" Those are the cries of a common and age-old household ailment called "sibling rivalry."...

How To Discipline Children with Challenging Behavior

 
 
 
 
 
April 6, 2006
One of the most difficult jobs you may face as a parent is disciplining your children, especially when they exhibit particularly challenging behavior. And when your children are...
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