Nursing While Working Away from Home
as seen in Brooklyn Parent Magazine and on NY Parenting.com I’m a new Mom who has returned to work. I’m also nursing which means I have to pump. Returning to work has been difficult for
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Tween Asks for “Mom Time”
Yvette was in 7th grade and an independent 12 year old daughter of a single mom, Marianne, who worked full time. They had been through a lot together over the years and had flourished. Yvette
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A Few Ideas for Parents Who Want to be Less Angry at Their Child
1. (the most difficult but most useful idea) Identify and try to resolve any underlying issues that affect parent and/or child and contribute to frayed nerves. 2. Remember to listen to some favorite piece of
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The Value of Family Meetings
Family meetings can help sort through many issues at home. Here is one format that has often worked well. 1. One person runs the meeting, usually mom or dad. 2. The youngest person speaks first,
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Once a Week Family Night
A weekly family night is a scheduled opportunity for everyone at home to take a break from their individual routines. Regularly having time to play a group game, watch a movie or enjoy a night
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Help, My 10 Year Old Won’t Sleep Alone
as seen in Brooklyn Family Magazine and on NYParenting.com Dear Sharon, Our 10 year old is having trouble going to sleep alone in his room. What should we do? He comes into our bed a
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Asking for Help
When a parent asks friends, relatives or sitters for help it is good for everyone.
Remember to Take Care of Yourself This Summer
Most parents schedule activities for their children in summer. Great! A fun summer for your child will also be good for you, but don’t forget to plan a few things for yourself as well. Enjoy
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Handling Worrisome Statements from Children
A dad I was talking to, Ian, often walked Tia, the younger of his 2 daughters, to school and put her to bed at night. As he often worked long hours he was happy to
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