Practical Parenting Solutions by Dr. Polly Dunn
Getting ready for a baby is perhaps one of the most exciting events in the life of a family. For the first born child, all of the attention is naturally on the parents-to-be and the baby. But when that first born child has to get ready for the arrival of a new sibling, moms and dads often wonder how to help them adjust to their growing family. Try these tips to help your older child get ready ... read more
It’s that time of year again. Time to jump right into the excitement and wonder of the holiday season. We decorate. We shop. We worship. We travel. We gather. We eat. We celebrate. We stress. Wait a minute, did I just say stress? I certainly did! In addition to increased feelings of happiness, love, and connection, the holidays also bring about a significant rise in our stress level. ... read more
At the start of November I embarked upon an adventure to become more thankful for all the good in my life. To slow down and count my blessings instead of skipping right over this month of Thanksgiving as the retail industry would have me do. I took some time each day to post what I was grateful for on Facebook and Twitter, and I asked all of you to join me in the Be Thankful Challenge. More ... read more
Today is November 1, 2011. I like the short version better. 11/1/11. How cool is that? With the exception of 1/1/11, the only date cooler this year will be 11/11/11, but that's still ten days away. We'll have to wait it out to see what that day brings. November means that Halloween is over and Christmas is right around the corner. Right? That's what the retail industry wants us to ... read more
Not only is Halloween a night full of tricks and treats, but it’s also a great time to encourage social skills development in our kids. Some kids are naturals when it comes to interacting with others, but others need our help and guidance in getting them off to the right start. Preschoolers and kids with Autism, Asperger’s Disorder, and other Developmental Disabilities are especially prone to ... read more
