It’s been mentioned before on this blog that when it comes to parenting, it would be a futile exercise to try and establish an explicitly defined right and wrong way of parenting. As the decades wore on and turned into centuries however, a general set of parenting techniques have come to be somewhat standardised and accepted as being normal. Generally, there is a mainstream way of parenting which is made of emergent conventions which would largely be accepted in most societal spheres. For instance the traditional family structure would...
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Making the transition from nappies to potties can be a long and frustrating process for both you and your child. It’s not something that can be mastered overnight and no doubt there will be a few accidents and tears along the way. As a parent, it’s your responsibility to teach your child how to use a potty while also making it a positive experience. But before you start teaching your child how and when they need to go, you need to prepare them for all it entails. It can be a confusing time and they may even be frightened by the concept....
Anything written in regards to parenting can tend to be a little controversial. Every parent was raised with a different background, some more religious than others, some liberal, some conservative, some indifferent to anything going on in the world, and none of those upbringings are particularly better than the other. ...
These days with all of the technology it can sometimes be a bit more difficult to entertain the kids in your home, so you need to do what you can to save money on those electronics and the things that go along with them, like games and movies. All of these things can add up quickly, with Blu Ray movies costing twenty dollars and more, and games costing even more than that. ...
As a parent, it can be a challenge to know which activities or groups to involve your kids with. From sports and music to dance and cooking, there’s a lot that we can give our attention and the attention of our children to. However, there is one thing that will benefit your children not only today, but for the rest of their lives—art. ...
Flickr.com The latest statistics published in 2012 indicate that 42% of marriages in the United Kingdom will end in divorce. That’s a pretty damning figure, isn’t it? It’s also indicative of how much grief can be caused when children are involved. Divorce is an upsetting time for everyone involved, but the more you can minimise the effects on your child, the better. While you need to take time to mourn the loss of your marriage, it’s important to have your children’s interests in the forefront of your thinking....
As any divorced parent will know, while there are plenty of benefits of co-parenting, it’s rarely easy. Working with your ex, to ensure that you both have the opportunity to be in your kid’s lives is important. However, it can also be incredibly difficult. Putting aside your own problems to successfully share custody of your children can seem impossible. However, while co-parenting can be stressful, it doesn’t have to be that way. Believe it or not, you can develop an amicable relationship with your ex, for the sake of your kids. By...
It doesn’t matter if you are planning for a night away or a full blown family vacation. Travelling anywhere with your baby requires thorough planning. It can throw some daunting challenges at you. But with some simple organisation and planning beforehand, these can be avoided. Here are some essential tips on how to make any journey with your baby stress-free. One thing we all like to feel when travelling is comfortable. Babies are no exception. Making your baby comfortable and relaxed should be a top priority. Any sign of stress...
Do you remember your first big themed party as a child? Dressing up to look the part, greeting all your friends at the door kitted out in their costumes? Checking out the goody bags, the themed cake, and the piñata that was designed specifically for your party? In some cases it can be a real shame that these sorts of parties are only widely accepted when you are throwing them for children, when in reality the urge to have themed parties can continue well into your 20s and 30s and sometimes even 40s, 50s and 60s! ...
