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Stress Free Mornings
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. In my family, mornings used to be really stressful, with everyone running around like chickens with their heads off as we rushed to get ready and out the door. Things have changed. Through trial and error, and conversations with other parents,...
Stomp Out Bullying
By Kimberly Blaker Twelve-year-old Mallory Grossman of Rockaway Township, New Jersey, was a quiet girl, but popular among her close circle of friends. She was a good student and an athlete. She was also the victim of malicious bullying by a group of girls who...
Parents Ask – Sports Nutrition
Q: I know that nutrition is an important key to succeeding in sports. What are good pre-game and post-game snacks for kids? Also, is water enough for hydration or are sports drinks more effective? If your child is between three and six years old and just getting...
Sport Parents
By Denise Yearian Children who participate in sports programs have the opportunity to maximize their potential physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. But it doesn’t just happen. Although good coaching and league administration are important, nothing can...
Kicking Off Kindergarten
By Christa Melnyk Hines For many parents, kindergarten signals an important transition from the all-consuming baby and toddler years. Suddenly, your "baby" is expected to make more choices on her own, stay focused over a longer period of time, learn new skills and...
