Tag: kids
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Harvard Researchers Reveal: Parents of “Successful” Children Do These 5 Things
Harvard professor reveals the secrets to success in parenting. In the parenting journey, the ultimate goal often centers around raising children who are successful in their endeavors. But it also means rearing well-rounded, happy, and resilient. It’s a quest that brings many challenges and joys. Harvard professor Ronald Ferguson has put a lot of time…
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10 Benefits of Being an Only Child
Here’s why only kids are often viewed as highly successful. Growing up as an only child often conjures images of loneliness or spoilt behavior, but the reality is far more nuanced and positive. Being an only child can be a profoundly enriching experience, shaping individuals in unique and advantageous ways. This article aims to shed…
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Therapists Reveal Why Parents Fear Setting Boundaries
Here’s why boundary setting is good for kids. Imagine a world where every road was devoid of signs and signals. Chaos would reign, with drivers unsure when to stop, go, or yield. This analogy mirrors the landscape of a home without boundaries. Just as traffic signs guide and protect, boundaries in parenting serve a similar,…
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Teenager Donates 15,000 Books to Sick Children
When Emily Bhatnagar’s father was diagnosed with stage 4 thyroid cancer, she channeled her grief into establishing a book drive for sick children. Since childhood, Emily found comfort in reading books, as they provided an outlet and escape from reality. As a shy, introverted child, Emily struggled to make friends and turned to books to…
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Science Explains Why Families With 4 (or More) Kids Are Happiest
Have you always admired large families and dreamed of having your own someday? If so, you should feel optimistic about the future since research shows big families are the happiest. Living with so many children isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, but the positives may outweigh the negatives. When deciding how many kids to have, some…
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8 Reasons Teens Still Need Hugs (even if they won’t ask)
It’s easy giving your kids hugs and spending time cuddling when you have a toddler. At that age, kids want to show affection, and they love to embrace you. As time goes on, they’ll ask for hugs less often, with teenagers rarely (if ever) asking. Once you have a teenager at home, offering parental affection…