Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence Written by Tiffany Raiford

Parenting & Child Development: From Infancy to Adolescence

Parenting success relies on understanding developmental benchmarks, managing maternal health during and after pregnancy, and implementing effective behavioral strategies for toddlers and teenagers.

Effect of Antibiotics on Toddlers' Behavior

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tiffany Raiford

While antibiotics can be a lifesaver when your toddler is sick, cranky and lethargic, they can be just as dangerous as they are helpful.

Teenage boy doing homework at kitchen table

Making Teen Boys Do Their Homework

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tiffany Raiford

You were a teen once, which is why you know firsthand that it may not be fun for your teenage son to do his homework, but as soon as he’s done he’ll have all weekend to focus on the fun stuff. You are intelligent enough to see it that way now, but your teenage son may not see it that way just yet.

How to Control Emotions in Pre Teen Girls

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tiffany Raiford

Your preteen daughter is a raging mess of hormones, which means she might be overly sensitive, dramatic and moody.

How to Talk to a Teenage Daughter About a Bad Boyfriend

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tiffany Raiford

The bad boy persona is one that teen girls -- and women -- are presented with on TV, in movies and in books, according to Boston-based psychiatrist Susan Carey. These bad boys often are dangerous and inappropriate, but they turn out to be sweet guys by the end.