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Are You a Bad Mom When You Allow Your Kids to Struggle?

November 13, 2009
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Isn’t our goal as parents to help develop problem solving skills in our children?  I think as busy moms, we often forget and take the easy road and solve problems for our kids.  By repeating this habit of giving answers to our children instead of allowing them the opportunity to figure something out on their [...]

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The Homework Battle Goes On…..Or Does It???

October 22, 2009
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It is the time of year when that dreaded word “HOMEWORK” becomes a daily battle with parents – or does it? Depending on the age of your children it can cause a lot of problems, drama and opportunities for your child to engage you in power struggles. Truthfully, a lot of how your [...]

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