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Change Your Mind Today to be a Better Parent Tomorrow

September 14, 2022 by Christian Lemon

Show them grace, love, and how to be reasonable human beings. Teach them compromise isn’t a failure. Change your mind for your kids’ sake.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice Tagged With: behavior, competitive children, learning, life lessons, rules, tips

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‘Coach Dad’ Learns Valuable Lesson By Letting Son Play

May 16, 2022 by Jamar Hudson

Being the coach of your son’s team is a dream of many a dad. It can be a nightmare without the proper expectations.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice, relationships, sports Tagged With: coaching, expectations, life lessons, soccer, sons, youth sports

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‘No Means No’ Even At Life’s Most Ticklish Time

February 23, 2022 by Christian Lemon

An innocent tickle fight leads a dad to impart big lessons to his kids about consent respect, boundaries and no means no.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice, relationships Tagged With: bullying, daughters, harassment, life lessons, manners, Teaching

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Truth About Santa Lies With Best Parental Intentions

December 15, 2021 by Christopher Mannino

Should we tell our kids the truth about Santa or keep the Santa Claus myth and magic alive as long as possible? Parents are conflicted.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice Tagged With: Christmas, holidays, life lessons, lying, tooth fairy, trust

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Greatest Gift Kids Will Cherish: Your Words, Photos, Memories

December 13, 2021 by Terrass Misher

Capturing memories and wisdom in an email account for your kids will offer them the greatest surprise gift when they open it in the future.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice Tagged With: gifts, life lessons, memories, tips

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Best to Remove Bad Habits (and Wisdom Teeth) Early

July 14, 2021 by Vincent O'Keefe

It’s wise for families to remove bad habits that become functionless (or even counterproductive) over time.

Filed Under: health, National, parenting advice Tagged With: habits, life lessons, teething, tips

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