By: Carolina Pichardo Although city kids are surrounded by tons of activities and a lot of hustle and bustle, traditions seem to be lost in the movement of it all. When I think of all the creative work that goes into trying to show my daughter some tradition and holiday goodness -- I get tired. From waking up early to leave a trail of boxes from our apartment

By: Carolina Pichardo They're with your kids for a good portion of the day, making sure they're reading, writing and learning. Although it's not the most coveted job in the U.S., it's one of the most influential and inspiring. Just think about your favorite teacher? For that alone, we should be grateful for the great educators that make it their profession to instruct our children. Take a moment to

By: Carolyn Mctighe Aside from the obvious, boys and girls are pretty much the same. Some people, though, swear that boys are easier to handle, while others claim that girls are really the best of the bunch. For the most part, boys and girls are all the same. Regardless of gender, they're all looking for love, acceptance and patience. However, how they go about getting these three

By: Carolyn Mctighe Back in the ‘60s, the Smothers Brothers made the idea of parental favoritism a running gag in their comedy routine, but for many parents this is a real and serious concern. Though no one wants to admit they have favored one child over another, there are times when almost every parent has done so. Favoritism is a part of every family and impacts children

By: Shelia West We've all heard the old saying, "Spare the rod and spoil the child." But is that true? Isn't punishment of any kind enough to deter children from repeating offenses? And the answer is: Yes. Most children will react to any form of punishment. Whether it is time out, a loss of television or favorite toy, or a spanking, most children do learn not to

By: Serena Norr (Seriously Soupy) For the most part, kids are picky eaters. No matter how much you try or how finely you chop those veggies; kids have a way of spotting out the green and pushing it aside in disgust or in the form of a fit. As a mom to a two-and-half year old, I've tried to present veggies as they are, then we

By: Carolina Pichardo Photo © 2005 Anissa Thompson It’s the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder among children. However, it is also the condition with the least straightforward method of evaluation and diagnosis. That means that there are no definite tests or procedures that can identify attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and the risks of getting it wrong are usually high. So what's a parent to do? Currently, most families depend on

By: Heather Vale Goss Your child may be growing up, but if he or she still cries frequently, it’s normal to be concerned. The good news is, at different ages and circumstances, there are things you can do to dry the tears, restore stability and encourage emotional growth. Young Toddlers Toddlers up to 2 years old want to be independent and are proud of their accomplishments, but often