May 8, 2013
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On a recent spring day, I pulled out my bicycle for the first ride of the season. I rode frequently before my kids were born and I’ve been easing back into it now that they’re getting older. But while the … Continue reading
March 7, 2013
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Most parents have tried chore charts as a means to wrangle cooperation from their kids. I bet, at some point, you may have assembled all those little wooden magnets with cute icons representing chores that you hope your kids will … Continue reading
January 28, 2013
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Getting our kids to do their chores or other necessary tasks and behavior is a constant battle in our house. We’ve tried incentives (really good ones), threats, and the “do this before that” approach. It all takes energy and planning … Continue reading
March 25, 2011
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“Mom,” Son says, eating his ham, egg and cheese at the counter before school. “Did Daddy tell you the secret?” “What secret, honey?” I’m at the sink, running water over strawberries, lopping off their green tops and … Continue reading
January 3, 2010
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Early in the New Year I’ve now started to add parenting goals to my list of personal goals. Top of the list this year is following through on a consistent strategy to help my kids stop whining. Or rather, to … Continue reading
November 30, 2009
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For awhile now, I’ve been thinking about how to raise kids in a culture where music, TV, movies, toys, books and…mommy are offered on demand. How do you help your children learn patience, portion control and restraint when they … Continue reading
May 1, 2009
by heather
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