Parenting Advice

Articles, Tips & Resources on parenting discipline models, family problems, parents issues

For parenting advice, browse parenting planet with parenting articles and tips on discipline models, family problems, romance for parents,etc. Even though as parents we are not re-inventing the wheel, at times the networking and assistance of fellow parents or informed articles can give us an edge in what can sometimes be a huge challenge. New research and new products arise and fellow parents find new ways of facing the enormous task of raising little humans.

"The keys to patience are acceptance and faith. Accept things as they are, and look realistically at the world around you. Have faith in yourself and in the direction you have chosen."

Ralph Marston

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Raising Healthy Kids

Article - Diet, Lifestyle and Healthy Families

Bullying - Article + link + forum : So what does the word "bullying" mean to you or to your child? If you search for a definition of bullying you would probably find many versions, here is a site that has everything about it -including research plus strategies for parents.

Violent Media Effects on kids- Article & links - A discussion on how much exposure to graphic violence in games and on TV is acceptable for our kids healthy mental development. (plus links to research).

Visit - Kid Ship with more articles and tips, plus links on kids recipes, diet and behaviour, activities for kids,etc.etc.

Videos - Emergency tips see a selection of brief videos demonstrating Basic Life Support

Romance for Parents

Parenting Articles and Tips
Member tips & stories on keeping the home fires burning

Having kids is probably one of the single most influential forces in the transformation of a relationship. For some couples it can almost verge toward the straw that breaks the camels back and yet for others it creates a glue that cements their previous bond as a couple.
E-books
(including 3 highly recommended books by Michael Webb (celebrated Author and speaker on Relationships, Oprah guest, etc)
e-book: 1000 Questions for Couples" An estimated 83% of divorces would not take place if couples asked each other the right questions"
300 Creative Dates! Find the ones that will work and adapt them to your particular style and situation and let this book inspire you to create your own exciting dates!
100 sex games for long term couples

'Save My Marriage Today' Amy Waterman. The 6 Most Common Reasons for Divorce ... And How to Stop Them Happening to You! The top six predictors of a long-lasting marriage.

Parenting Models, Discipline, Anger Management

Child Adoption Matters
This well-researched site provides you with invaluable information and resources to help you in your journey towards adopting the child of your dreams.It includes types of adoption, agencies, lawyers, gay adoption, stepchild adoption, fostering, parenting tips and much more. A must for potential parents who wish to pursue the adoption option.

Links for government and other parental support resources

Article and book on Breaking the cycle of an Affair by Dr.Robert Huizenga, LMFT, CSW

Free tips and a book on Fixing a sexless relationship