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Parenting
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Written by Mom of 2
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Friday, 09 March 2007 |
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I read the following from an article about raising children recently:
“You spend the first two years of their life teaching them to walk and talk. Then you spend the next 16 telling them to sit down and shut up”
I found it entertaining, yet there are some truth in it.
The children must be wondering what went wrong with the parents.. I used to think like that when I was a child; I could not understand why my parents do not allow me to go out with my friends at night, why I should not stay overnight at friend’s house, why I must come back by 10pm if I ever goes to any birthday party.
Now that I am a mother of 2, I truly understand it. There are lots of concerns/worries that only parents will understand. There is no way for a child to understand your concerns no matter how many times you tried to explain to them. The only time they understand it is when they are parents themselves. Just like me.
Thanks to my parents who say no to many of my requests back then.
Thanks to my parents who still love me despite my misbehaviors.
Thanks to my parents who accept me as who I am.
Thanks to my parents who never give up on me.
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Quickie on attachment parenting |
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Parenting
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Friday, 09 March 2007 |
I quote an article written by John Johnston of The Enquirer on the eight ideals of attachment parenting. Attachment parenting (AP) is based on the work of British psychoanalyst John Bowlby and others, this parenting style encourages responsiveness to the infant or baby's emotional needs. AP creates a strong emotional bond between baby and parents helps the child develop secure, peaceful and enduring relationships.
AP promotes breastfeeding, co-sleeping, positive discipline, nighttime parenting.
Here the eight ideals of attachment parenting:
- Feed with love and respect.
- Respond with sensitivity. “Remember that crying is your infant’s way of telling you he or she is distressed.”
- Feed with love and respect.
- Practice nurturing touch. “Helps satisfy the baby’s need for closeness, touch and affection.”
- Nighttime parenting. “It is important to be responsive to a baby’s nighttime needs.”
- Provide consistent loving care. “Avoid ‘caregiver roulette.’”
- Practice positive discipline. “Non-violent methods of discipline and loving guidance promote the development of self-control and empathy toward others.”
- Strive for balance in personal and family life. “Can be achieved by taking care of yourself through exercise, quiet time and healthy eating.”
For more information on AP, visit Attachment Parenting International. You can decide if AP parenting style is for you. |
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A Tribute on International Women's Day |
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Parenting
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Written by Administrator
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Thursday, 08 March 2007 |
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We, staff at PW would like to pay tribute to all the women in the world on International Women's Day, which falls on March 8th every year, for your contribution. Not forgetting all the mothers who help nurture and shape the world. Kudos... |
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Organic Food For Kids: Is It Worth It? |
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Health and Fitness
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Written by Chris Young
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Wednesday, 07 March 2007 |
Many parents I come across have somehow bought organic food for their kids. But for the rest of us, we exclude that option.
Is it necessary to go organic? All the way? Does it really help?
I always have these doubts. I always question the validity of having our child consuming organic food.
For those who are considering whether you should spend extra money going all organic, this article may help you. It's from Parents.com:
When Organic Food Is Worth It
What about you? What do you think? Do you find organic food worth your money? Maybe you can tell me more.
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Parenting
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Written by Alexis
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Tuesday, 06 March 2007 |
I have met some friends who only attend to their children on weekends. During weekday, the children are with babysitters. When I probed further, "It's tiring when you are home from work and I don't have the energy to take care of my child."
I am a working mom myself but I don't want to do that. I feel guilty if I don't take my children back from my nanny's house after work. The other reason is I want to foster a closer bond with my kids. I don't want to end up my babysitter is closer to my children than me. Who wants that anyway?
With modern technology that makes our lives easier, parents nowadays still can't beat the last generation parents - who could raise 4-5 children - without any help single handedly. No doubt, they were full time parents but don't forget they had more children than us.
Oftentimes, I wonder whether it is the work that makes them become "weekend parents". Or it's a lame excuse for them to skip the responsibility of being a full time parent? |
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Trying to Conceive and Pregnancy
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Monday, 05 March 2007 |
This is a good idea. And coincidentally it happened to us some years back. My wife and I planned for a trip to Europe and only discovered later that my wife was pregnant right before the trip. We were so worried that our trip wound not materialized. But luckily, the gynae said it was fine for us to travel on our babymoon...
Here's something I found:
For 10 tips on PRE-BABY GETAWAY and where to go, read this. |
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The Costs to Raise a Family? |
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Money Matters
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Written by Administrator
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Friday, 02 March 2007 |
Want to have a peek at how other families earn, spend and save? Today's Parent has a wonderful article on this. They interviewed three families - one in a village, one in a mid-size city and another in a booming urban center.
How Much Does it Cost to Raise a Family?
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Parenting
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Friday, 02 March 2007 |
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It's bad... I know BUT I couldn't help it. Every time my daughter doesn't listen to me or she misbehaves, I always lose my temper. Sometimes to the extent that I slap her. I know I am mean and not a model father. I regretted each time I did it, after the event. And I told myself to get my emotions under check next time. Of course, this is easier said than done. Sometimes I ask myself this, "For her bad temper, did she get it from me? Like father like daughter?" |
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Parenting
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Written by RosalindB
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Wednesday, 28 February 2007 |
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My youngest son is now starting to learn to walk - at least for 2-3 steps - without support. Looking at my son grows is the proudest moment for me as a mother. Look at the perseverance and determination they have! Children will just never give up no matter how many times they fall. I feel even more proud when I see the look of "satisfaction" on my son's face when he completes his walking routine and end in my arms. |
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Parenting
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Written by Abel Cheng
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Tuesday, 27 February 2007 |
My preschool daughter has now learned to make requests.
"Daddy, I want this. Daddy I want that..."
Of course, like every other NICE dad, I am willing to give whatever she wants. And if possible, I want to give the best. But I always have this awkward feeling that I shouldn't do this as my daughter will be spoiled. And here's the problem: how do I say no to her?
I can't bear to see her expression after I say no. She looks so disappointing and sad every time I rejected her request. Worse still, she threw tantrum at me. But one thing for sure, I can't give her everything she wants.
Maybe you can share your experience with me how to best handle this. Will you? |
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Parenting
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Written by Chris Young
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Thursday, 15 February 2007 |
Unlucky you call it. My babysitter was on leave for two days and I have to sit in for her to take care of my two children. I thought it would be easy but things didn't turn out the way I wanted.
To make matters worse, my daughter was not feeling well as she had cough and cold. On the second day, she vomited TWICE! Who did the cleaning job? I did.
The only peaceful time was when they were taking afternoon nap. Then I was able to take a breather. Otherwise, my stamina couldn't keep up with the two little monsters.
Despite all that, I think these two days were satisfying to me as I got closer to them and I was having fun playing with them. As I read somewhere, just enjoy the time together while our children still need us. |
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