For many parents, even the thought of holiday shopping is enough to make their blood pressure quickly rise. In addition to the financial pressures that come along with purchasing gifts for what seems to be a growing number of people each year, parents often feel pressure to buy bigger and better gifts and to be sure that those gifts don’t leave their children with the slightest hint of disappointment come Christmas morn.
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Archive for the Category ◊ The Coaches Corner ◊
• Monday, December 06th, 2010
Category: Holidays, Monthly columns, Parenting, Children & Family, The Coaches Corner
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• Monday, December 06th, 2010
At one point or another, every child wonders where they came from, and that desire goes far deeper than wondering how they came into being biologically. Most children have an innate desire to connect to those who came before them and to understand how their family became who they are today. During the holiday season, families are presented with several practical opportunities to teach their children about their family’s heritage.
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• Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Summer vacation brings a welcome break to the hustle and bustle of the school year. For some parents, however, the mere thought of an extended break from the routine and structure that the school year offers is enough to make them feel like they need a one-way ticket to a vacation island of their own.
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• Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
We all know that money cannot buy happiness. Learning how to manage money, however, is important to ensuring a sense of security and self-worth. No matter whether your child wants to be a stockbroker or a school teacher, learning how to manage money gives them the key to financial success. A success that comes from knowing she has the skills and the knowledge necessary to take care of herself.
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• Thursday, March 18th, 2010
The bonding period for you and your baby begins long before birth. As your baby grows and develops within you, the special relationship between you and your child is already beginning to form. This special relationship, full of intense emotion, a deep sense of connection and a strong attachment is what drives a mother to feed her baby in the middle of the night or comfort her when she’s crying. This same bond waters the roots of trust and open communication with your baby and teaches him or her that she is loved, valued and respected.
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• Sunday, February 14th, 2010
Do you have one final summer vacation fling planned for the family? Your trip to paradise doesn’t have to take a detour just because you’re traveling with kids in tow. In fact, family vacations can be stress free and loads of fun, provided you’re willing to make an investment in your trip long before you ever leave home.
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• Sunday, February 07th, 2010
While saying “I love you” expresses how you feel to your child, when you’re able to clearly communicate your love in a tangible way that your child understands, there’s no chance your child will miss the message. Considering your child’s interactive style when showing expressions of love helps assure that your child, without a doubt, feels love, cared for and connected.
Many parents, especially those of multiples, recognize that each child has his or her way of learning about the world. During the toddler years, for example, a parent may recognize that one child has more success learning a new skill when he tackles it on his own, while another has more success when modeling the activity after mom or dad.
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