OCTOBER 29TH, 2009
By ADMIN
Yes, yes, and yes! Let your date know you have kids on your first date. If your date can’t accept the fact that you have kids then this is a red flag that you should not go on a date with this person. Your kids are part of who you are, if your date has a problem with this then they have a problem with you.
Kenneth says to himself, I really like Sharon, and I know she is single and has no kids cause I overheard her tell her trainer Irene at the gym that she doesn’t. I really want to ask her out on a date, but I have four kids that I’m raising on my own and I don’t think she’ll like me when she finds out. I’m not sure what I should do.
Sharon says to herself, there’s this guy I met at the gym his name is Kenneth. I really like him, he always seems to know the right things to say and is so polite! I’d really like to go out with him. I just don’t think he’ll go out with me. I’m feeling guilty because I lied to my trainer Irene the other day and told her that I don’t have any kids. I actually have three children. I told Irene this out loud so Kenneth could hear what I said and maybe he might want to date me. I’m not sure what I should do now. I’d really like to go out with Kenneth. I just don’t know how I should tell him about my kids.
How do I go about telling my date about my kids? You can tell your date about your kids by using some of these tips:
1. Invite your date to pick you up for your date at your home and introduce them to your kids.
2. Consider making a meal for your date at your home and have your kids take part in the meal. This is the perfect opportunity for you to introduce you date to your kids.
3. During your date while making conversation, let your date know you have children. Also take the opportunity to find out if your date has children as well.
4. If you correspond with your date via telephone or email prior to seeing each other in person, let your date know you have kids.
You say, I told my date that I have kids and they don’t want to go on another date with me, what should I do? Do nothing, consider yourself lucky that you found out that your date does not like kids. You didn’t need to be with that person anyway. Good ritenance to them. Just move on! Date someone who will accept you and your kids, that’s more important.
The sooner you let your date know you have kids the sooner you can get past this issue if it becomes a problem. The whole idea of dating is to date someone you are compatible with and who will want you for who you are no matter if you have children!
OCTOBER 29TH, 2009
By ADMIN
Enjoy. Songs: Intro-With Arms Wide Open by creed 1st-Simple Man by Shinedown 2nd-Why Not by Hilary Duff
OCTOBER 29TH, 2009
By ADMIN
See Octomom Get Slapped By Her Son
OCTOBER 29TH, 2009
By ADMIN
I am compiling a list of REALLY great parenting websites and I need more websites.
If you know of a site please help me by leaving it here:
http://hubpages.com/hub/bestparentingwebsites
Please post your answer here AND on the site listed above and I will pick BEST.
Thank you!
Ashley Ryan
http://www.attachmentparentingblog.com
OCTOBER 29TH, 2009
By ADMIN
I am doing a report for school and I have looked on the internet and couldn’t come up with anything. Can someone tell me an issue affecting parents in our society?
OCTOBER 28TH, 2009
By ADMIN
A new version of the Nebraska Parenting Act signed into law in 2007 will create some additional requirements for parents undergoing a divorce starting in 2008. Beginning Jan. 1, parents who go through a divorce will be required to attend a basic-level parenting education class. The mandate is part of the new state law, LB554, which Gov. Dave Heineman signed during the summer.
The law emphasizes working toward the best interests of children, keeping children safe and recognizing the effects of domestic intimate partner abuse, child abuse or neglect. Most parts of the law go into effect in 2008, while some are delayed until 2010. While an earlier version of the Parenting Act allowed the courts to decide when a parenting class should be recommended, the court will now be required to refer parents to a state-approved course.
The change in the law is expected to have a significant impact on Hall County, where judges do not typically refer divorcing parents to the class, said Anne Buettner, a licensed mental health practitioner and marriage and family therapist who teaches the class for Hall and surrounding counties. The cost of the class is $40, which goes to the Central Mediation Center. Those who attend her class are primarily referrals from courts in other counties, Buettner said.
Hall County District Judge James Livingston was out of the office and unavailable for comment on the issue, while Hall County District Judge Teresa Luther declined to comment. One of the goals of the basic-level education class is to minimize the potentially negative impact of parental conflict on children, Buettner said. During the one-night, three-hour class, parents are given tools to help them adjust to their changing family situation and make decisions that are in the best interests of the child.
Course materials include information about the developmental stages of children, adjustments of children to parental separation, dispute resolution, domestic/intimate partner abuse and the legal process, among other topics. “It’s not trying to legislate relationships,” Buettner said. “This is all about the kids. “No doubt, it will make better adjustments for the children.”
Participation in the class may be delayed or waived by the court if “good cause” is shown. Parents who don’t attend the class, however, will not experience a delay in the entry of a final judgment on their case by more than six months and cannot be punished by incarceration, according to the law.
The court can also order parents to attend a second-level parenting education course if it determines evidence of child abuse or neglect, domestic intimate partner abuse or unresolved parental conflict. That course is not a requirement by law, however.
Children can be ordered to attend approved child-of-divorce education courses as well. Instructors and materials for the classes must be approved by the Nebraska Supreme Court for the class to satisfy the requirements of the law. Locally, the basic-level parenting classes will be offered in Grand Island, Kearney and McCook, while a Spanish-language course will be available in Lexington.
The second-level course will be available in Kearney as needed. Parents must also continue to submit parenting plans to the court, which generally includes an agreement between the two parties about parenting time and other arrangements. Those who can’t agree on a parenting plan may be ordered by the court to participate in parenting plan mediation.
If they have not reached an agreement by July 1, 2010, however, the court will be required to order mediation. The new law should help families cope with the effects of divorce, spread awareness about violence and abuse and ensure the best interests of children are served, Buettner said. After all, she said, “You can’t divorce your children.”
OCTOBER 28TH, 2009
By ADMIN
Do you struggle trying to get your children fueled with a healthy breakfast? If you’re like me, getting your kids dressed in a matching outfit, getting the homework together, and getting the kids out the door is a struggle, let alone making sure our children get in a nutritious breakfast.
If you’re looking for some fast, easy, and nutritious breakfast ideas, then I have some fantastic ideas for you! Read below for some delicious breakfasts I prepare for my own children. Not only are they fast, easy, and nutritious, but my kids say they taste great too!
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #1: Cereal
Yes, this is a given but how many of us parents give in to sugary cereal to appease our kids? Cut out the sugar and make sure your kid’s cereal includes whole grains and no sugar. My kids, in the beginning, weren’t too pleased about cutting out the sugar until I brought out the fresh blueberries and strawberries to adorn the tops of their cereal!
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #2: Eggs, Toast &Fruit
Another given but one that may take more time than some of us parent’s have in the morning! I like hard boiling some eggs ahead of time and having them ready to go in the refrigerator. But them into little sections, throw some whole grain toast into the toaster, cut up some fruit, and you’ll have a nutritious breakfast that will get your child through the day.
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #3: Yogurt with Granola
My kids LOVE this and it is just too easy to make! Pour some low-fat yogurt into a bowl and sprinkle it was some low-fat, low-sugar granola. Your child will think they’re eating dessert it is so tasty! This is a fabulous option that is so quick and easy.
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #4: Fruit Smoothie
This is a great breakfast if your kids need to take it to go. Simply throw some frozen or fresh fruits (like blueberries, peaches, strawberries, bananas, or any other fruit you enjoy), some juice (like orange juice), and vanilla yogurt into a blender and blend away. Pour your smoothie into a to-go cup and your child will be fueled with some nutritious nutrients!
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #5: French Toast
Dip some whole-grain bread into a little egg, some milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon and cook them in a skillet. Top the french toast with some fresh fruit, some low-fat yogurt, or sugar-free syrup for a great tasting and nutritious breakfast option. Kids really love french toast and will gobble this up!
A Healthy Kids Breakfast Tip #6: Muffins
This is easy! Once a week, I bake my own muffins and stick them in the freezer to give to my kids. On those busy mornings, I just pop one into the microwave and breakfast is done! Add a glass of milk and you have a filling and tasty breakfast. Make sure the muffins are whole wheat, low in sugar, and filled with ingredients that are healthy.
OCTOBER 28TH, 2009
By ADMIN
Some people say that if you cuddle too much you will spoil your baby, some say that swaddling the baby is bad for the muscles… So many advices we have all heard, what is the strangest one you ever heard?
OCTOBER 28TH, 2009
By ADMIN
“Raising up kids is no kidding” they say. Parenting is one of the biggest challenges which one faces. Are you having trouble parenting? Searching for good parenting tips or parenting advice books or articles? Don’t feel embarrassed or prejudiced in learning about better parenting. Parenting is an art similar to the job of an earthen pot maker, where your child is like wet soil, it is you who give them shape and mould them into individuals they are today. The more skillfully you do your job, better is the outcome. To get more idea read on.
First and the foremost parenting tip that you would ever get is “always practice what you preach” .you are the first ideal for your children, they watch you since birth and simply follow your ways. They would stop following and respecting you the moment they realize your preaching is just verbose and you don’t apply it practically yourself. For being your kid’s best teacher, first fasten up your belts. You need to apply lots of commonsense and practical attitude in dealing with their affairs. Praise your child more often for the good work they do, howsoever small it may be. In Today’s competitive world your child’s upbringing plays a major deciding factor for his/her survival and excelling in these testing times.
Remember how beautifully your parents raised you up. Parenting is something that comes instinctively that’s true, but with changing times and changing lifestyle it has become more challenging. Don’t you find yourself helpless at times with some problem related to your child? At times you have to be strict with them and give them tough punishments for their betterment, but things don’t turn out the way you expected. May be your ways and means to deal with them are not proper. Parent’s frustration makes an upward swing when children do not agree with you or understand your real motives; they start their own line of thinking and understanding things, all this resulting in clashes and affecting the atmosphere at home. In such hot moments it is more of parents’ responsibility to sit back and think coolly where things are going wrong. After all the person you are dealing is your own child. Wouldn’t you like to deal with him or her in the best possible manner?
Raising boys or Raising girls is not an easy task, both are equally responsible and complex jobs. The problem is you know what’s best for your child but you don’t know how to make your child understand the same. We can guide you through practical parenting workshops, give you parenting advice, tried and tested methods and parental tips to solve your problem. Simple solutions to what appear like a tough problem are what we provide.
We teach how to grow a healthy and conducive relation with your child. Regarding parenting coaching I can only say “you have full idea about what are the ingredients that make a perfect cookie; we simply help you bake it”.
If you are interested to know more about Parenting Advices, please search our site for more in-depth information and resources.
OCTOBER 28TH, 2009
By ADMIN
TRy to add examples in your answer. Im doing a psycoogy30 project.
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