Betsy Brown Braun, Lisa Belkin, and Dr. Cara Natterson weigh on The Food Battle. Betsy has some insight on what works, while Lisa gives parents some tips on what doesn't work. Pediatrician Dr. Natterson gives some basic nutrition info for parents dealing with The Food Battle.
Giving birth is one of the most challenging physical events in a woman's life and it's never too early to start to get in shape. Join our Parents Ask fitness experts Robert Reames, Holly Perkins and Ron Matthews for information and great exercises to get you started now!
New York Times blogger Lisa Belkin (Motherlode), therapist Betsy Brown Braun (author of Just Tell Me What to Say: Sensible Tips and Scripts for Perplexed Parents), and Eli Davidson (author of Funky to Fabulous) discuss the problem of children having too many extracurricular activities and not having enough downtime to just play, day dream and just be a kid.
Even if your kids are still in diapers, it's never to early to teach them the value of contributing to the daily operations of the house-- that is--Chores! But as they get older, your child will probably not volunteer to help mommy or daddy out. In fact, they'll most likely expect some sort of compensation or an increase in their allowance. But as parents we need to know: should chores and allowance go hand in hand? Parents Ask experts Bonnie Zucker, Foster Cline, and Joanne Stern give us their ...
Psychiatrist Dr. Foster Cline (co-author of Parenting With Love & Logic), Dr. Ann Corwin (The Parenting Doctor and creator of DVD series The Child Connection: Simple Parenting Solutions), and Dr. Bonnie Zucker (author of Anxiety-Free Kids) discuss the reasons some new mothers who plan to go back to work when their maternity leave ends have doubts about resuming their jobs and whether kids with working moms suffer in the long run.
Jamie, mother of 13-month-old twins Charlotte and Olivia, is getting worried about Charlotte's sudden reluctance to fruits and vegetables, and to the high chair. Lynne Kenney, author of The Family Coach Method, offers some tips that might help Jamie, including suggesting that it might be time to graduate the girls to the "big girl" table.
Separation anxiety is a very normal emotional development for young children, especially babies. Often times, moms who are returning to work after a few months (or in some cases, years) see that their baby is having a hard time with the new separation. But according to Parents Ask expert Dr. Ann Corwin, just because you're not there, doesn't mean you can't stay connected. Here are some helpful hints on ways you can easy your baby's separation anxiety and stay connected.
Dr. Ann Corwin shares the secrets to keeping your daughter from becoming a mean girl. Helpful tips are given to teach young girls emotional education and how to deal with feelings or envy in a healthy way.
Dr. Foster Cline explains why young children should not be given money to do chores, and gives tips on how to set positive examples when it comes to young children helping out around the house.
Elizabeth Pantley helps parents who have a clingy baby. Expert advice is given to help baby feel more comfortable out of mommy’s arms.
Dr. Cara Natterson shares expert advice on how many sweets a child should be allowed and offers tips to effectively limit their sweets.
What do you do when you sign your child up for an activity or sport and midway through the season, they desperately want to quit? Parents Ask expert Betsy Brown Braun offers tips on ways parents can teach their children the importance of keeping a commitment. Read on!
Erin O'Brien explains why you may have the "baby blues", how long it usually lasts and what you can do to help get rid of it and get your body and hormones back in sync.
Elizabeth Ward gives expert insight into drinking alcohol during the time you're breastfeeding. The affects it has on your baby, and the precautions to take if you do drink when breastfeeding.
If your baby is ready for solids, don't freak out. There are as many benefits to store bought foods as homemade foods. Today, Elizabeth Ward shares her tips on what kinds of store bought foods to look for and shares ideas on how to easily prepare homemade foods.
Tori Kropp explains the pros and cons of having a homebirth. Helpful facts are given to consider when deciding between delivering your child in a hospital or at home
Elizabeth Ward gives expert advice on foods to avoid during your pregnancy.
Tori Kropp gives helpful morning sickness cures. How to prevent, avoid and deal with morning sickness.
Ann Douglas goes through the old wives tales of how to tell what the sex of your baby will be. How these tales came to be and can they really predict whether you will have a boy or girl?
Ann Douglas gives advice on what you should know before you try to conceive again after a miscarriage. How to eliminate risks of another miscarriage and the questions to ask yourself before trying to make sure you’re ready.
Tori Kropp gives advice on weight gain and pregnancy. How much weight gain is ideal and how to gauge your food intake.
Ann Douglas explains the hazards of smoking and the benefits of a smoke-free pregnancy.
Was choosing a baby name the hardest part of being pregnant? Ann Douglas gives helpful tips on choosing the name of your baby -- how to pass name tests, what you should keep in mind, and what to avoid completely when naming your child. Check it out!
Everything is going great. In order. Calm. Perfect. Then, SMACK. BOOM. ARGGH. Your child flips out and a full blown temper tantrum errupts. Sometimes it's because you're enforcing a rule, or taking something away, other times it's literally out of thin air. What you say and how you handle it though, is the key to stopping these melt downs in their tracks.
Kim Blando is at the end of her rope with her 2.5 year old daugher Sue, who is queen of stalling at bedtime. Jill Spivack of Sleepy Planet gives Kim a workable game plan to get Sue to stay in bed. As with most things toddler-related, consistency is key.
Amy Kaplan seeks advice from Ann Douglas, author of The Mother of All Baby Books, on weaning her daughter Gabi. When it comes to weaning, slow is the way to go!
Why is it so impossible to get your young child to brush their teeth without losing your mind?! Today, Parents Ask Managing Editor Jennifer Brandt shares her toothbrushing battle with her toddler who refuses to let Jennifer come near him during the process. Parents Ask expert and pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson offers some great advice, including some suggested toothbrushing games that might even make toothbrushing fun!
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Sure, cheeseburgers and nachos sound more appealing than grilled chicken. But let's face it, junk food is not necessarily the best choice during pregnancy. Today, Parents Ask contributor Tori Kropp, RN, author of "The Joy of Pregnancy," gives expert advice on the best diet to incorporate while pregnant and foods that will make your body feel its best and keep you and your baby healthy.
Robert Mackenzie, Bonnie Zucker and Robert Reames help parents get their kids away from T and video games, to get out and enjoy the summer. Experts give tips on the type of play to encourage and address childhood obesity.
