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Haynes Miller - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Haynes Miller teaches parents how to transform parenting stress into parenting joy in her 7 week parenting makeover, "Platinum Parenting."
Platinum Parenting, because children are our most precious resource.
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- Parenting Tips - How Chores Helps Kids Self-Esteem
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] My daughter was invited away for the weekend with her very good friend. As she was putting the clean dishes away and preparing to feed the animals (two dogs and one cat) she said (with pride) "I don't know what you and Daddy are going to without me this weekend - who's going to put the dishes away and feed the animals?" I was thrilled that my daughter not only has really taken ownership of her chores, but that she was concerned about how they would get accomplished while she was away.
- 3 Secret Acne Cures - Do Not Miss These Easy at Home Cures
[Health-and-Fitness:Acne] If you've been looking for a way to cure your acne you know that there are as many products, methods and theories as the pimples on your face. But did you know that there are 3 secret acne cures that you can start right away, at home, using some items you have around the house?
- The Crucial FAQs on 4 Common Ways to Treat Acne - Do Not Miss This at Any Cost
[Health-and-Fitness:Acne] If your acne is mild enough, you may want to try some methods of self-treatment before seeing a doctor or dermatologist. There are over the counter, non-prescription treatments that may work for you. Here are the FAQs on 4 common ways to treat acne that don't require a visit to the doctor or a prescription.
- Growing Roses - Types of Roses For Your Rose Garden
[Home-and-Family:Gardening] Now that you've made your plan you've gotten to the fun part - you get to decide what kind of roses you would like to grow. Read on to learn more about the different types of roses you can grow.
- Parenting Tips - Are You Doing All the Chores?
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] If you're doing all the chores in your household you're not doing your kids (or yourself) any favors. If you've ever felt that you don't understand why your kids don't appreciate everything you do for them, a recent episode of Supernanny and a conversation with my friend will enlighten you.
- Growing Roses - Planning Your Rose Garden
[Home-and-Family:Gardening] Spring is here and gardening is in full swing! Growing roses is a great way to enjoy the gardening process and grow something beautiful. With a little bit of planning, you'll be growing roses in no time!
- Parenting Tips - Time To Slow Down?
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Rising gas prices has us all thinking about ways to save. These tips will show you how to get more mileage out of your tank of gas and provide an opportunity to teach kids (and parents) about being economical and remind us all to slow down and enjoy the moment.
- Parenting Tips - Children And Chores - Unexpected Benefits
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] As you know, I am a big believer in children having regular chores to do within the family. I believe in it because it benefits the children to be part of a team and contribute, helps them build their self-confidence and gain a sense of responsibility. But even I was surprised by some unexpected benefits.
- Parenting Tips - Transition to Middle School
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Our children seem to always bee in transition from one developmental stage to the next. One of the most important, and difficult transitions they make is the one from elementary school to middle school.
- Parenting Tips - Emotional Intelligence and Parenting
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Recent studies have shown that a person's emotional intelligence quotient (EQ) is a better predictor of success in life than their IQ. Did you know that while IQ is pretty much set at birth, emotional intelligence skills can be learned?
- Parenting Tips - Goals Aren't Just For Parents
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] I'm sure like me, each year you choose the goals you want to achieve in the coming year. But did you know that humans are hard-wired to set and reach goals and it is extremely beneficial to your kids to to work toward goals? Helping your kids formulate goals and develop a plan to achieve them is a great way to stay connected and involved together!
- Parenting Tips - How Kids Benefit from Family Meals
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Did you know that kids are likely to eat better when the whole family dines together? Recent studies have shown that not only do children like to sit down at the dinner table and eat a meal with their parents, but they are more likely to eat a well-balanced, nutritious meal when they do. Between work schedules, after-school activities, errands, and everything else that needs to get done, getting the family all together in the same place at the same time isn't easy.
- Parenting Tips - Top Ten Brain Boosting Foods for Kids
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Good nutrition is part of good parenting, but did you know that there are some foods that actually boost brain power? Here is a list of foods that kids love to eat which are also good for them! Just don't tell them!
- Parenting Tips - Are Organic Fruits and Veggies Healthier for Kids?
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Did you know that there is a growing concern that fruits and vegetables grown with pesticides are dangerous? I did some research on this and found out that lab studies show pesticides can cause health problems. These problems range from birth defects to nerve damage, cancer, and other effects that might occur over a long period of time.
- Parenting Tips - How Do You Know If You're Getting it Right?
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Do you question your effectiveness as a parent? How do know if you're getting it right?
- Parenting Tips - Parenting Advice from Hillary Clinton
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] During my corporate work life when my daughter was still a baby I met Hillary Clinton when she was making her first bid to become the senator from New York. As I walked down the hall with her I told her that, like her, I was the mother of an only child, a girl. Then I asked her what advice she could give me about raising a little girl.
- Parenting Tips - The Dog Whisperer And The Supernanny
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] You'd expect to get some parenting tips watching the Supernanny, but I got some great tips from the Dog Whisperer, too. And interestingly enough, they were very similar!
- Parenting Tips - Children and Chores - The Right Way to Get Them Started
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] You know the benefits of having your kids do chores. You have some suggested age-appropriate chores. Do you need some tips on getting your kids started the right way?
- Parenting Tips - Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] In a previous article I talked about the benefits of household chores for children, including learning responsibility and gaining a sense of satisfaction from contributing to the family. I am often asked to suggest chores that may appropriate for different ages, so here are some age- appropriate chores for children.
- Parenting Tips - Should Your Kids Do Chores?
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] I'm often asked by parents if their kids should be doing chores. Did you know that doing chores actually helps kids learn responsibility? And that even Hollywood stars understand the benefits of doing chores for kids?
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