It seems like bullying has gotten more common and more vicious in recent years.Cell phones, texting and social networking have given bullies new vehicles to use in their mental and emotional humiliation and harassment.Old fashioned, in-person bullying is also thriving, many times causing targets both physical and mental wounds.But children may not only be subjected to bullies … [Read more...] about Curbing bullying at home
Archives for November 2010
Sad side issue from America’s wars: Children’s Mental Health Visits up
It really seems America has forgotten about our wars in the Middle East, except as a frequent political ploy as politicians on both sides always take out time to "salute the troops." Forgotten almost completely, too, is the human cost to the men and women abroad, but families torn up State-side and years or kids going without a mom or dad in the house. Not surprisingly, there … [Read more...] about Sad side issue from America’s wars: Children’s Mental Health Visits up
Parenting advice to help your child sleep better
As adults, and especially as parents, an occasional sleepless night is expected. Whether our kids keep us up or we're busy with work or domestic commitments, a night with less than the optimal amount of sleep often leaves us feeling groggy and grumpy.Kids may also encounter these sleepless nights. The difference, however, is that lack of sleep can affect children in … [Read more...] about Parenting advice to help your child sleep better
How much will having a baby cost?
While any father will tell you that the love they feel for their children is priceless, couples who are thinking about becoming pregnant or who are already expecting a child may want to consider their finances before their little one arrives.Estimates on the average cost of having a baby range between $8,000 and $10,000.One-time expenses like baby furniture, car seats, … [Read more...] about How much will having a baby cost?
Football announcer skips son’s birth to finish commenting on game
Earning the enmity of moms everywhere. I can't imagine this really earned many "man points," but maybe things really are different in England. TV football pundit John Barnes stunned viewers yesterday by announcing his wife had given birth - but stayed for the final whistle. The ex-Liverpool and England ace announced live to fans that his wife had given birth during the … [Read more...] about Football announcer skips son’s birth to finish commenting on game