Published December 2012: Mom.Me How to Choose Sports That Fit Your Child's Personality Factors to consider before signing up your athlete Article Excerpt: From baseball and basketball to bowling and fishing, recreational sports beckon with the promise of positive experiences for your child. Choosing the best sport to fit your child’s personality is not quite so obvious. Avoid forcing your favorite sports, said Nancy B. Irwin, a Los-Angeles based therapist with an emphasis in sports psychology. Instead, let her choose. “Expose her to a variety of sports activities (on TV and in real life), showing her which ones you like and see if they identify,” said Irwin. Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott Share
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Cold Season Prevention Pointers
Published December 2012: Mom.Me Cold Season Prevention Pointers Don't let a sneeze or sniffle get you down Article Excerpt: A sneeze or sniffle here and there may seem harmless at first, but as the cold season approaches, your family could be more susceptible to viruses that can cause colds. To help keep your family healthy, try these prevention pointers and navigate the season with greater confidence. Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott Share
How to Raise Responsible Kids
Published December 2012: Mom.Me How to Raise Responsible Kids Want a model citizen? Start teaching self-sufficiency now Article Excerpt: As parents, you want your children to develop into model, responsible citizens. Teaching responsibility requires visualizing the end goal, says Marina Williams, a Massachusetts-based counselor. "It's easy to get wrapped up with the day-to-day goal of simply getting through the day, but if you want your children to grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults, you need to parent with that [end] goal in mind." Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott Share
Double-Time: Housework and Family Time
Published December 2012: Mom.Me Double-Time: Knock Out Housework and Family Time All At Once These activities will help you complete chores and enjoy your family Article Excerpt: For a household to run smoothly, it takes teamwork. Yes, it's a (very) safe bet that your kids moan and groan when chores are announced, but there are ways to get them energized about that next load of laundry or cleaning project without prompting a tantrum or battle. “Depending on the age of the child, there are a multitude of things you can do to integrate relationship-building time with household responsibilities,” says Maria Marinakis, parenting expert and creator of 10minuteparenting.com. Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott
10 Tips to Not Overeat
Holiday get-togethers, with their spread of scrumptious goodies, are like a license to let go, the signal to abandon your hard work and discipline for just a few days or weeks. But don’t let the joy of the season leave you sitting around the table in a food coma. Instead, practice mindful eating and use simple tricks to ensure you don’t blow your healthy lifestyle.
Family Fun on a Rainy Day
Family Fun On a Rainy Day Article Excerpt: As refreshing and calming as a rainy day may seem, a day inside can put a serious crimp in many families' plans. Don’t let a few raindrops halt the fun, though. Be inventive and create family fun day designed just for rainy days. With a few tips and ideas to get your family engaged, you’ll be wishing for more raindrops in the future.
10-Mood Boosting Foods
Published December 2012: eHow Food 10 Mood-Boosting Foods Article Excerpt: The saying “you are what you eat” may have some merit when it comes to your mood. “Many people fail to realize that a majority of the chemicals that regulate our moods actually come from the nutrients in the food we eat,” said Rania Batayneh, a San Francisco-based nutritionist. If your mood is not want you'd like it to be, stock up on foods that will give you a much-needed boost.
Growing Vegetarians
Published December 2012: Mom.Me Growing Vegetarians: Making Sure Your Kids Get the Proper Nutrients No meat? No problem. Tips to help your little one stay healthy Article Excerpt: As more families opt for a meatless lifestyle, providing a well-balanced diet for kids -- from toddlers to teens -- becomes a priority. It doesn't have to be a challenge, though. "With vegetarian diets, it's relatively easy to supply all the nutrients a growing child needs since these diets contain foods from all five food groups," says Elizabeth Somer, dietitian and author of "Eat Your Way to Happiness." All it takes is some creative and careful planning for your child to get the proper nutrients as a growing vegetarian. Read the Rest of the Story Here
8 Signs of Depression in Your Teen
Published December 2012: Mom.Me 8 Signs of Depression in Your Teen Learn how to recognize the signals that your adolescent needs help Article Excerpt: Adolescence is a difficult and critical stage in human development. But when your teen exhibits signs beyond typical behavior, it may be time for concern. "Often, teens become depressed when there is no permission within their family to directly express powerful feelings," says Dr. Fran Walfish, psychotherapist and author of "The Self-Aware Parent." Recognizing the signs and opening the lines of communication can help your teen cope. Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott Share
Tips on Raising an Only Child
Published December 2012: Mom.Me Tips on Raising an Only Child Debunk the myths and make parenting an 'only' more rewarding Article Excerpt: Raising an only child is rewarding, as well as challenging, for the entire family. "Perhaps the greatest fear parents of only children have is that they'll raise entitled, spoiled and selfish children," says Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, New York-based psychotherapist. Instead of fretting over the challenges, embrace this unique parenting opportunity. "The most important thing a parent can give a child is the felt experience of being unconditionally loved," says Hokemeyer. Read the Rest of the Story Here – Shannon Philpott
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