A friend of mine emailed me a video about a female engineer, Debbie Sterling, who was raising money for her new company. Frustrated that the engineering industry was so male-dominated, she created a construction toy for little girls with the purpose of exposing them to the world of engineering. The video was so heartwarming and inspiring; I immediately wanted the toy for my … [Read more...] about GoldieBlox: A New Approach To Engineering For Girls
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Why Parents Should Ground Bounce Houses
Can someone please tell me when kids' birthday parties became mandatory reason for parents to have a carnival in their backyard? I'm not talking about celebrity parents (who are often privy to posh, sponsored events for media purposes)... I'm talking about average, every-day parents who don't seem to remember that birthday parties used to exist - and actually be fun - with just … [Read more...] about Why Parents Should Ground Bounce Houses
Toddler Conduct Disorder
Toddler conduct disorder is an umbrella term used to describe a spectrum of behaviors. Before attaching it to your toddler's behavior, however, you should distinguish between normal developmental behaviors, such as short tantrums or responding with "no" to your requests, and deeper, more harmful misbehavior that show the warning signs of a conduct … [Read more...] about Toddler Conduct Disorder
Teenage Conduct Disorder
All teenagers will act up or misbehave at some point or another. Rebellion and testing boundaries can be a normal part of maturing and reaching adulthood. In some cases though, rebellion and disruptive behavior can signal a problem that stretches beyond the usual teenage antics. Up to 16 percent of all teenagers have conduct disorder, a type of mental illness, according to … [Read more...] about Teenage Conduct Disorder
Typical Behavior of a Child
Raising a child can seem like a nearly impossible task at times. Children experience a wide range of moods and behaviors that can frustrate parents. Many unattractive behaviors are simply a normal part of a healthy childhood, while others may signify a problem. Knowing how to deal with unattractive behaviors, as well as knowing when to seek professional help, can help your … [Read more...] about Typical Behavior of a Child