Why shouldn't you shout loudly to your child?
In the past 50 years, there have been fewer and fewer ways to discipline children with spanking. But yelling? Almost everyone will be embarrassed by the children from time to time, even those who know that it is useless. Howling is probably the least sensible behavior of today's parents.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and 8 Other Celebrity Dads on How Fatherhood Has Changed Them
Celebrity dads Chris Hemsworth, Tom Brady, Brad Pitt, Ryan Reynolds and more reveal how parenthood has changed them — just in time for Father's Day.
4 Easter Games to Play Outdoors
Beyond the traditional Easter egg hunt, there are other fun outdoor games to consider. Most Easter games use basic supplies, making them simple and inexpensive to coordinate.
12 Places New Moms Can Find Support for Healthy Living
When you have a new baby, there are plenty of things to do: change diapers, manage a feeding schedule, take care of the rest of your family and take care of yourself (just to name a few).
Home Remedies for a Dry Cough in Kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages the use of over-the-counter cough medications, including expectorants and cough suppressants, for children under the age of 6. Medications carry a risk of serious side effects in this age group and may not be effective for young children.
The Impact of a Noncustodial Parent Moving Out of State
A noncustodial parent is a parent who is not the primary caregiver of a child. Noncustodial parents do not have sole custody or control over the care of their children, but they are still legally obligated to pay financial support.
Father's Rights With a Newborn Baby
In the United States, state laws involving custody do not automatically favor the mother over the father, but courts apply the best interests doctrine to determine what is in the best interests of the child.
How to Help Children When Their Grandmother Has Died
Loss of a grandparent is often one of the first experiences children have with death of a family member. Some may already be familiar with the concept due to loss of a pet, while others may be totally unprepared when their grandmother dies.
The Difference Between Discipline and Child Abuse
Parents can and should discipline their children. It is a parent's job to teach their children about expectations, rules, morals and values. Children need to be given consistent discipline to be taught right from wrong, to be kept safe and to learn what they can and cannot do. "
The Effects of Bad Parenting on Children
Parents tend to underestimate the influence that they have on their children, according to a 2007 study that the Joseph Rowntree Foundation conducted. In 2011, the UK’s Department for Education found that children who are exposed to bad parenting are two times more likely to misbehave.
How to Make Shots for Preteens Hurt Less
Even your older preteen can dread shots just as much as a toddler or preschooler. No matter how old your child gets, shots still hurt. If your preteen has an upcoming appointment to receive immunizations or another type of shot, you can help ease his fears as well as lessen the pain associated with the needle prick.
How to Control Emotions in Pre Teen Girls
Your preteen daughter is a raging mess of hormones, which means she might be overly sensitive, dramatic and moody.