Parents: Rejected Father
Be aware that barriers between you and your partner are likely to spring from the fact that, as one psychologist put it, “although men and women become parents at the same time, they don’t become parents in the same way.” There are many [...]
Helping a Child Who Lies
Because children lie for different reasons, every child must be treated individually. There are, however, a number of do’s and don’ts that apply to all children.
Act calmly- the child may genuinely be confusing reality and fantasy
Try [...]
Babies Vision: Vision Problems
If your child has vision problems, make sure he has professional attention and regular checkups.
A child who is farsighted or has astigmatism may need to wear glasses for only two or three years before his eyesight develops normally. Farsighted [...]
Learning Through Play
Your baby learns through play, and to develop fully she needs all her senses in use: sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste. To provide the necessary stimulation, her toys and games should be full of variety so that they will appeal to all [...]
Sharing Toys
The concept of sharing is particularly difficult for your baby to grasp. It is unrealistic to expect your baby to give a toy to another baby if he is still playing with it. It is equally unfair to expect your baby to understand that he cannot [...]
Mother: Time For Yourself
You are your child’s universe, so it’s best for him if you’re not irritable, grumpy, and bored. While you must make every effort to meet your baby’s needs, you must also look after your own needs.
Schedule at least half an hour each [...]
Child Play: Adventurous Play
If your child is encouraged to be adventurous, he will be willing to push himself to the limit and develop his full potential. A child of three or four has a very clear sense of self and his abilities and is discovering the limits of [...]