The life of an adolescent is an interesting one. Their bodies and minds go through incredible growth and change. They will also be exposed to many influences and will start thinking about their future. However, teenagers are vulnerable to a variety of social issues such as addiction and depression. Sometimes the signs of these kinds of issues are not black and white and take … [Read more...] about How Parents Can Help Teens Struggling with Depression and Addiction
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How to Dress Your Kid in Spring
Perhaps spring is the best season of the year. Nature is waking up, the sun is shining and everyone’s heading out to spend some quality time in the sun. Clearly, children are the most enthusiastic of all when it comes to this matter and that’s great. The only problem is the uncertainty of the weather conditions that gives parents headaches. Is it going to rain? How strong is … [Read more...] about How to Dress Your Kid in Spring
What to do if Your Child Gets in an Accident
Modern parenting is fraught with challenges. You’re expected to be a super parent at all times. You need to hold down a job, manage a household, and take care of a child. If you’re a stay at home parent who doesn’t work outside of the home, your duties are even more child-centric. Yet even the most devoted care can’t always keep your child safe. Accidents happen. When your … [Read more...] about What to do if Your Child Gets in an Accident
The Best Apps for Teaching Kids Algebra at All Levels
I’m a middle school math teacher so I know first-hand what kids tend to struggle with when it comes to basic algebra for students. I’ve seen plenty of students get frustrated and want to give up, which is really tough to see as a teacher. I decided to do some research to see what supplemental exercises I could find or come up with to keep the kids improving in a way that’s both … [Read more...] about The Best Apps for Teaching Kids Algebra at All Levels
Who Should Be First: Dog or Baby?
Have you thought about getting a dog and just don’t know if it’s the right decision because of kids in the home? Or maybe you want to start a family but don't know if a dog should come first. In this article, we will look at and answer your questions when it comes to getting a dog with children in the mix. Before we look into the logistics of getting a dog, do dogs and … [Read more...] about Who Should Be First: Dog or Baby?