School-Age
This Summer Involve the Kids in Housewo
Hi, “Are you going to be doing a workshop that is open to the public?” “Do you have a new book coming out?” “Will you speak at our convention, professional development event, parent conference?” You have asked and the response … Continue reading
How To Find a Qualified Parenting Educator
Hi, Today, parenting information is everywhere and it can be a challenge for parents, for workplace wellness directors and for meeting planners for determine who would be a qualified, credible speaker for their event. There are two things that you … Continue reading
Would Banning Spanking Lead to Criminalizing Parents?
Hi, I have two very different concepts for your consideration today. Most of us agree that hitting children just isn’t necessary, effective or even civil. But while we may want to formalize the end of physical punishment of children, many … Continue reading
What Do You Want For Our Children in 2013?
It’s almost the New Year and time to think about 2013. It is always the time that I look at all our children and hope and wish for a better world for them. And now that I am a grandma … Continue reading
Helping Kids Learn about Giving, not just Receiving
Hi, Many parents in my groups and workshops express concern about the ‘gimmes’ that their kids seem to develop around this time of year. Christmas is, as they say, for children but should it be all about what they get. … Continue reading
Why does Facebook allow bullying at all?
In a recent article in the Vancouver Province, Jeff Melland asks some extremely pertinent questions. No-one could say that Facebook supports bullying, in fact, as the article points out “The terms-of-service agreement users sign when they join up prohibits such … Continue reading
How Great@Home–Great@Work Can Benefit My Workplace
“We have a range of resources for the parents in our workplace. Why should we choose Great@Home–Great@Work?” Good question. Family friendly workplaces already understand that supporting parents in the workplace is a good business decision. Because problems at home always … Continue reading
Siblings Sharing A Bedroom
Hello, What is the difference between a blog and an e-zine? There are a variety of opinions. In my case my blog is a comment on my life or a breaking story or simply something that is bugging or exciting … Continue reading
Getting Ready for Back to School
Hi, You can’t miss the fact that it’s almost time to go back to school. The sales flyers and posters are everywhere. But shopping is only part of the preparation. There are some things we can do to ease the end … Continue reading
Effective Parents Make Effective Employees
Effective Parents make Effective Employees For most parents, September marks the beginning of the New Year. School is back in session and the routine for the rest of the year is in place. Even parents of babies and preschoolers treat … Continue reading
