Category Archives: A – Z Parenting Tips

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Amy Kramer | Leave a comment
Posted on October 2, 2012 by Amy Kramer | Leave a comment

Listening to Your Kids

Posted on October 1, 2012 by admin

I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant. – Robert McCloskey When your kids open up to you do you instantly … Continue reading →

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Video Tip: Say Two Yeses for Every No

Posted on September 28, 2012 by admin

Watch our new parenting tip to help manage toddler behavior.  Works well with teens, too!  

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Homework: What can be good about it

Posted on September 1, 2012 by admin

The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet. ~Aristotle Now that September is here, are you ready for the structure and the obligations that the school year brings? No matter whether you are excited or dreading it, … Continue reading →

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Summer Memories

Posted on August 1, 2012 by admin

  “In the short term, it would make me happy to go play outside. In the long term, it would make me happier to do well at school and become successful. But in the VERY long term, I know which … Continue reading →

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The Signals to Follow when dealing with Sibling Rivalry

Posted on July 1, 2012 by admin

No matter how calmly you try to referee, parenting will eventually produce bizarre behavior, and I’m not talking about the kids. Their behavior is always normal. Bill Cosby Sibling rivalry is normal but annoying. Many factors contribute to the agitation: … Continue reading →

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Thanks Dad!

Posted on June 1, 2012 by admin

“Hang tough.” ~ Timmy Donahue (my father) to me “Be yourself – don’t let anyone make you feel you can’t be yourself.” ~Glenn Gawinowicz (my husband) to my son A thank you card from the kids: Thanks, Dad, for taking … Continue reading →

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What would you like for Mothers Day?

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

Spend some time alone every day. Dalai Lama What do you want for Mother’s Day? Do you feel like flowers are beautiful but not necessary; that candy is delicious but will only show up on your hips next week; that … Continue reading →

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Finding Balance

Posted on April 1, 2012 by admin

“Lesson not just karate only, lesson for whole life: Whole life have a balance, everything be better. Understand?” ~Karate Kid, 1984 “You have to find balance;” that’s what everyone told me when I was a young parent complaining that I … Continue reading →

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