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What to do when Hayley is bored.
Hi, Some of you have made it clear you want to know more about my impending grandparent role. Besides these regular newsletters I do blog and I will be talking about my experience and will be keen to read your … Continue reading
Becoming Grandma
Hi, It’s summer, a time to relax a bit and also become a bit introspective so I am going to take the time today to tell you a personal story. “We need to accept the fact that we are not … Continue reading
But What Does Parenting Today Actually Stand For?
Hello, “I know that you are a parenting expert, but what is your focus?” It’s a good question, after all there are many people today talking about parenting. Some are professionally qualified and some have a point of view but … Continue reading
What is the Focus for Parenting Today?
Hello, “I know that you are a parenting expert, but what is your focus?” It’s a good question, after all there are many people today talking about parenting. Some are professionally qualified and some have a point of view but … Continue reading
Do Some Students Ever Deserve a Zero?
Do Some Students Ever Deserve a Zero? According to physics teacher, Lynden Dorval, the answer is yes. When students do not turn in assignments, their mark should be a zero. Articles in this weekend’s newspapers say that Dorval did not … Continue reading
Great@Home — Great@Work
Problems at home trump problems at work every time. Family friendly workplaces are supporting the parents in their workplace and discovering that this support has great benefits not only for the employees at home but also at work. My program, … Continue reading
What to consider when choosing a summer camp
Hi, While you are planning summer activities, take a good look at sending your kids to camp. Once you begin to do your research you are bound to find just the right camp for you and your child. You will … Continue reading
Guidelines for offering kids choices
Hi, The beauty of parenting workshops is that the practical, useful and down-to-earth information stays with parents. I have often heard from parents months and years after a workshop. They will let me know how the workshop shaped their parenting … Continue reading
Why You Need to Learn About Meningitis
Hello, Today, Tuesday April 24 is World Meningitis Day. I am putting out this special edition of the newsletter because it is important that you know about this disease. Please take the time to read this article I have for … Continue reading
You Can’t Make Me! How to Handle Power Struggles
Hi, Power struggles with kids are exhausting and discouraging. We hate them and want to avoid them. And we can. When we learn how to handle them and when we have a clear and respectful discipline plan in place, your … Continue reading
