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overpressurized children
luna's blog, Feb 17, 2011 3:45 PM
Some of the parents remain always worried about how much their children  are learning? But one point must be made clear to them is that; feed the child,let them have fun to learn; let them relis...
Under-parenting - Are you guilty of it?
Parentree-editors' blog, Feb 28, 2010 11:13 PM
As parents, we often hear about over-parenting - parents who are trying to control and manage every little aspect of their children's life. But there is also such a thing as under-parenting? Yes...
Teaching your child to accept "No"
Parentree-editors' blog, Jan 31, 2010 10:31 PM
Many parents say their children do not listen to them. Often this is because their children do not accept when parents say “No”. How do we get children to accept “No” from ...
Chore ideas for young children - Increases independence and self-confidence
Parentree-editors' blog, Jan 3, 2010 11:23 PM
Here are some common household chores that you can ask your young children to do. Letting children do these chores helps them gain confidence and also increases their ability to act independently when...
"You are always shouting at me" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do about them
Parentree-editors' blog, Nov 16, 2009 10:56 AM
You raise your voice or say something in a stern tone and you hear from your child - "You are always shouting at me". What you are tempted to do or say An overwhelming feeling comes ...
"It's not fair" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do about them
Parentree-editors' blog, Oct 26, 2009 12:44 PM
Your son has been asked to do something or has been denied a request. His response "It's not fair". Typical example: You are about to go to meet your college friends and your son wants...
"It's my choice. I can do what I want" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do about the...
Parentree-editors' blog, Oct 12, 2009 10:22 AM
Your daughter asks you for something and you say that she cannot have it. Her response "It's my choice. I can do what I want" Typical example: "I want to eat my kheer before I eat...
My toddler (1 to 2 year child) does not listen to me. What do I do?
Parentree-editors' blog, Jul 6, 2009 8:24 AM
Indian parents often say "my child does not listen to me". This remark is heard irrespective of the age of the child and particularly when the child ignores the parent who is saying "No...
5 simple rules for teaching your child discipline
Parentree-editors' blog, Jun 22, 2009 8:59 AM
Discipline is at the very top of Indian parents wishlist for their children. The definition of discipline varies widely, but everyone wants it. In general, there are some common facets of discipline t...
Fostering inner discipline in children
Parentree-editors' blog, Mar 19, 2009 10:37 AM
Often our approach to discipline in India, involves a carrot and stick approach. We reward good behaviour and punish bad behaviour.  There are advantages and disadvantages to this approach. One o...
Involve 'em in chores - good for them and good for you!
Parentree-editors' blog, Jan 15, 2009 11:14 AM
It is a great idea to involve your children in household chores right from the beginning.  Of course, they are children and the main “work” of young children is play. Also, sometimes ...
Make kids problem-solvers, early!
Parentree-editors' blog, Dec 23, 2008 1:46 PM
As parents, it is our responsibility to help children develop the skills to solve problems.  With this skill, they can weigh every situation, assess the possibilities, balance the pros and cons a...
Timeouts
Parentree-editors' blog, Dec 22, 2008 10:56 AM
Children need a whole lot of love, to blossom. But it is also our responsibility as parents to help them learn acceptable behaviour. Parents should always try to use positive parenting methods like lo...
Second graders using the "f" word
mango_mama's blog, Nov 3, 2008 1:46 PM
Talk of our gang-of-moms waiting outside school. We were impressed with how the teacher handled this situation and the mom too.  I thought I got pointers for how to deal with scary hairy situatio...
Saying YES when we mean NO
Parentree-editors' blog, Oct 16, 2008 11:10 AM
Often, as parents, we are faced with situations where a difference of opinion is about to arise between young children and us. When necessary, a firm NO, can and should be the appropriate response. ...
Screaming kids and temper tantrums
Parentree-editors' blog, Aug 15, 2008 7:24 AM
Who amongst us has not dealt with screaming kids & temper tantrums? The question we all have is how to deal with them. Here are some tips. Stay calm  Easier said than done!! Most of us seem...
     
 

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