Note: For the purpose of this article I am talking about half black biracial children with curly hair. Biracial children’s hair can also range in texture even among siblings, just as with any other children. I am lucky in that although I am white, my hair is very thick, coarse and curly so I have …
Raising kids requires a lot of work, especially when it comes to teaching them right from wrong. Although there are many different things you do throughout the day to teach morals to your kids, one way you can do this is to use a consequence and privilege behaviour system. This allows you to punish …
Working from home with a baby might sound like it’s an easy thing to do, but is it? Babies are demanding and have their own schedule, so working from home with a baby can be a bit of a challenge. Here are some tips for working at home with a baby. Keep It Light …
One of the most satisfying rewards of being a parent is building a relationship with your child that will last a lifetime. If you want to make your relationship with your child stronger than ever, then here are some habits you’ll need to work on. Strengthening your relationship with your child will make being …
Are you having trouble with kids who backtalk? It can be frustrating when your child talks back to you. No matter how old they are, it’s important that you handle backtalk right away so that your children learn that backtalk is inappropriate. Here are a few ways you can handle backtalk from your kids. …
© Gabriel Blaj | Dollar Photo Club If you have a toddler, you know how hyper than can get. It’s amazing to see those little bodies just bursting with energy, especially when you feel like you’re a few hours short on sleep. Although it’s healthy for toddlers to have a lot of energy, there …
If you’ve taken your kids to the beach, you know how nerve-wracking it can be for you. Not only are you constantly keeping an eye on your children, you’re also busy making sure that your kids stay cool and safe. These beach safety tips for kids will help you keep your kids safe and …
One of the most frustrating behaviour problems I’ve faced recently with my 3 year old is her constantly getting out of bed at both naptime and bedtime. She suddenly realised she could get out of bed whenever she wanted, and so she started to do it. Not only is going up and down the …
Last night as I was putting my 3 year old, Keira, to bed, she asked to give me hugs and kisses. As I bent down to receive her tight little squeeze she grabbed my hair and started to pet it, almost in awe. She then proceeded to say to me, “Mommy, your hair is …
I’m a pretty creative person and I always have been. As a child I loved to play with fabric scraps and create my own dolls, I loved to draw pictures, and I was always finding rocks or pieces of wood that looked like something else. I often made characters out of wooden spools, beads, …
It is sometimes easy to underestimate the abilities of our children, especially when they are toddlers. It is easy to just to everything for them. I get that. Letting them do stuff themselves is definitely the hard way but it is not the best way to raise responsible and independent people. Getting your …
Hiring a babysitter for your children can be a long process, but once you find a babysitter you can trust, you’ll be able to rest easy with your choice. If you’re thinking about hiring a teen as your babysitter, then there are a few safety considerations you’ll need to take. Does this teen …
If you think back to your childhood, you can probably remember how boring chores can be. You might even think that the chores you do now are boring as well! Unfortunately, these chores need to be done regardless of how you feel about them, which is why it’s important that you try to …
As a parent, you learn to dread those trips to the grocery store. First you have to bundle up the kids, make the drive to the store, and then find a way to get everything on your shopping list while keeping your children in line. A trip to the grocery store is especially hard …
Taking a family vacation? If you plan to travel with your toddler, you’ll need to do a lot of planning in order to have a successful trip. Although it can be a little difficult at times, it is possible! These tips will help you survive traveling with toddlers. Take Breaks If you’re …
One of the best parts of parenting is having the opportunity to watch your child learn and grow. You get to celebrate such milestones as their first tooth, first word, and first steps. As your child gets older, you get to experience their wonderful imaginations as they pretend that they’re battling dragons or sailing …
It can be hard to know what to do when your toddler starts to bite and hit. Unfortunately, this aggressive behavior is a phase that many toddlers go through. Some toddlers grow out of this stage quicker than others, and there are things you can do as a parent to help your toddler stop …
If you have young children, you know that raising toddlers can definitely be a challenge. You’re responsible for teaching these little people the right way to behave and respond to situations. The character that you teach your children at this stage in life will continue to follow them as they grow older, making …
You have most likely heard the term “terrible twos” when referring to toddlers. This description is fitting for all toddlers, but it is especially true if you have a strong-willed toddler. Having a strong-willed toddler isn’t a bad thing since you know that you’re raising a child who won’t be afraid to lead …
As a parent, you want to do right by your children. You want to raise strong and independent kids who become strong and independent adults. In order to make this a reality, you’ll need to build up your child’s self-esteem. The way your children feel about their abilities will greatly affect how they face risks …
As a parent, you work hard to prepare you kids for life. You might have enrolled them in preschool so that they’d be ready for Kindergarten. You help them practice the sport they want to play and give them lessons on their favourite instrument. Although there’s nothing wrong with doing these things, are you …