Tag: social skills
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The Truth About “Lawn Mower” Parenting: A Candid Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter, Lily, ambled towards me, her head hung low and tears glistening in her eyes, I sensed something was amiss. Typically my vibrant 11-year-old, she seemed weighed down after a rough day at school. It was the start of a new year, and, as always, her shyness had resurfaced. This…
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6 Friends Your Tween Daughter Likely Already Has
Get Pregnant Fast When your daughter was just a little one, her closest companion might have been your best friend’s child, playing dress-up and creating memories. Fast-forward a few years, and now she’s navigating a more intricate social landscape. Here’s a rundown of the types of friends she probably has in her life today. (Names…
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My Son’s Imaginary Friend is a Real-Life Headache
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 My 5-year-old has an imaginary companion named Zayla—think of Alice but with a Z. I can’t quite figure out where he got that name; to my knowledge, there’s no Zayla in any popular kids’ shows. After some thorough questioning, I found out that Zayla is older than…
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You Don’t Have to Buy What Kids Are Selling, But Kindness is Essential
Get Pregnant Fast Last fall, my son stood under the warm October sun, proudly wearing his Boy Scouts uniform, beside a table brimming with assorted popcorn varieties his troop was selling. This is a traditional fundraiser designed to generate funds for their various activities and camping gear. Upon arriving at the convenience store where the…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 47 Insights on Playdates and Social Skills
Get Pregnant Fast It’s that time again! Your little one is starting to transform into a social butterfly, noticing other kids and showing an interest in interacting with them. However, there’s a catch: at this age, they are still learning the ropes of social interaction, including vital skills like sharing. This often results in squabbles…
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Why Being an Only Child—and Raising One—Can Be a Great Choice
Get Pregnant Fast Being an only child is an intriguing experience, and by intriguing, I mean it’s downright fantastic. As I navigate my journey as an only child and now raise my own, I’ve had a wealth of thoughts, discussions, and emotions on the topic. Growing up, I often encountered sympathetic glances and pitying remarks…
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Can We All Just Chill About Preschool, Please?
Get Pregnant Fast A while back, during a casual pizza outing with my family, we unexpectedly bumped into my children’s preschool teacher. We exchanged warm hugs and excited chatter, and she noted how much my kids had grown. As we caught up, I felt a wave of emotion wash over me when it was time…
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13 Manners Gen-Xers Understand That Their Kids Might Not
Expressing Gratitude for Professional Help In the past, it was common practice to pen letters of introduction or facilitate personal meetings to connect contacts. Back in the late ’90s, even emails retained a sense of formality, resembling letters more than today’s quick messages. Nowadays, the fast-paced digital world often leads to a lack of acknowledgment…
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6 Reasons Why Having a Big Family is Amazing
Get Pregnant Fast When people find out I have six children, their reactions are often priceless. Sure, there are moments when I question my choices, fret over the world they’ll inherit, or ponder the environmental impact of a large family. However, most of the time, I revel in the joy of having six kids. Here…
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Teaching Your One-Year-Old Good Manners
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to raising kids, we all dream of nurturing little ones who are polite, respectful, and well-mannered. But once you enter the world of toddlers, that vision often collides with reality. Teaching manners to our young children can be a challenging yet essential task. Starting early is key. It’s much…