Families by Design Articles
END OF THE SCHOOLYEAR BLUES
Written by: Dr. Cindy Bunin Nurik
Once again, the summer is almost upon us, and it is time for school to end. Whether your child is in preschool, or elementary school, there will be a transition that your child will experience that may cause some issues. Young children have mixed emotions about the summer break and may exhibit some unusual behaviors.
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Why Letting your Child Fail Could be a Life Lesson in Success
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
No parent likes to see his or her child fail. Some of the most gut-wrenching times in parenting are from helplessly watching a child misspell a word during a spelling bee, missing the cut for select soccer, or not being chosen for the coveted role in a performance. A "sense of failure" can also occur in the very young as well, in the sense of not being picked by a friend to sit together at lunch, not getting to be the line leader, or just not "quite fitting in."
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Is My Tween Being Bullied?
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
Learn what to do if your child is being bullied.
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Fears in Children
Written by: Dr. Cindy Bunin Nurik
Fears are a normal part of childhood development. How many of you can remember your childhood fears? And how many of you still have them. Certain fears emerge at certain ages.
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Help! My Children are Fighting
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
As parents, we have a unique opportunity to teach our children how to handle conflict in a way that will affect them for the rest of their life...
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New Years Resolutions for Parents
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
Ten resolutions every parent needs to commit to for a better 2010.
Happy New Year!
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Set Your Child up for Success in 2010!
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
To set your children up for success, you have to parent with an end goal in mind. This is an assumption, but most parents hope to raise responsible children who become responsible adults and lead successful lives. In order to help you reach this goal, I’ve created an acronym to help you remember the five steps to setting your child up for success – P.R.I.D.E.!
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Temper Tantrums
Written by: Dr. Cindy Bunin Nurik
There you are in the middle of the store, and your toddler starts to have a full-blown temper tantrum. People are staring, making faces, the sweat is pouring down your face, and you are frozen in time.
As you are trying to think clearly while the ear shattering, screams pierce the air your first instinct is to run away. You know you can’t do that, but you would love to!
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All I Want for Christmas is... Everything!
Written by: Dr. Cindy Bunin Nurik
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, or Kwanzaa, your child may well be focused on only one thing—the gifts he or she wants to receive. For many of us, it's a financial struggle to give children the gifts they long for, and most of the time we have to jump through hoops to even find them. Often, many of those toys are quickly forgotten as our child moves onto the next “must have.” And even if money is not an issue, we’d all like the gift-giving process to be more meaningful for our children.
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Use Love Instead of Fear
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
The single most important thing you can do for your children is to give them love instead of fear. Think for a moment: how many things did you or didn’t you do because you were afraid? What would you be doing differently in your life right now if you weren’t afraid?
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Lessons You Want Your Children to Learn
Written by: Dr. Cindy Bunin Nurik
Sometimes we are in such a hurry to get a situation under control that we forget the long-term lessons we want our children to learn. It is important to parent with this end in mind.
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How to Help a Sibling of a Special Needs Child
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
Finding out you have a child who has special needs can be a difficult situation to handle. It is important to remember that it is not just about how the parents adjust to this situation, but how siblings cope with this aspect of their family life. Younger children may have difficulty expressing how they are feeling about this situation, so here are some common emotions felt by siblings of special needs children.
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Fun, Free, and Inexpensive South Florida Community Events
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
A list of just a few of the fun, free events there are in our South Florida Communities.
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Raising Responsible Children
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
In order to become productive and happy adults, children need to learn how to take responsibility for their actions and follow through on commitments. The home is one of the best places for teaching responsibility and preparing children for the future.
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Developing a Healthy Relationship with Food
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
Did you know that food has become one of the most powerful addictions in America today?
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8 GREAT WAYS TO KEEP YOUR CHILD SAFE:
TIPS FOR BIKE SAFETY
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
Summer is in full swing and most likely your children are spending the majority of their time playing outside. Bike riding is one activity that most children love, but before you say it is ok for them to ride, make sure
you’ve checked this list to ensure your child is safe.
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THE DO’S AND THE DONT’S
WHEN YOUR CHILD HAS AN EATING DISORDER
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
Because eating disorders are so secretive and manipulative and often occur among perfectionists, many parents are surprised to find out that their child’s behavior meets this diagnosis.
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How and When to Talk to Your Children About SEX
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
We want our children to have healthy and rewarding lives. And we know that teaching them about sex is a very important part of life. There are many factors that affect how and when and if we talk to our kids about this
topic.
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VIDEO GAMES: Hobby or Harmful?
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
In the past 30 years, video games have had a large impact on how people, particularly children, spend their leisure time. The explosion of its popularity in the past decade has left people questioning not only the content of the games, but how much time their children are spending playing.
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My Child Has Been Diagnosed…NOW WHAT?
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
Finally obtaining a conclusive diagnosis as to what your child has been struggling with may feel like the last step in a long search for answers, but in actuality the diagnosis is the first of many steps you should take. The particular path your life will follow from this point forward is dependent upon the specific diagnosis; however most parents and families can follow these general guidelines in order to prepare themselves most effectively.
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Summer Vacationing with Kids: Tips for a Smooth Ride
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
The school year is coming to a close and you may be thinking about solidifying a trip for you and your children to embark on during the summer. Not only can this be an opportunity to spend time enjoying fun and exciting adventures with your family, but it can also be a time to connect with your children on a level that often gets pushed aside by the daily grind that occurs during the school year.
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Love is NOT Abuse
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
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Almost three months ago, the world was visibly reminded that teen abusive relationships are of serious concern, when a broken and bruised popular musical artist, Rihanna, was shown in pictures following a violent argument with boyfriend and singing sensation Chris Brown.
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Should your teen be allowed to drink alcohol at home?
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
Many parents say that the question of whether teenagers should be allowed to drink alcohol at home is a controversial one. It has become commonplace to hear things like “I would rather have my teen drinking at home, than somewhere else where they can’t be supervised.” But let us get back to basics here and acknowledge that teenage drinking is both illegal and dangerous.
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Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Families by Design
One of the most important things parents can provide for their children is a positive self-esteem. Unlike basic nutrition, clothing, and shelter, self-esteem is intangible and obtaining it requires parents to dedicate sustained effort throughout many years. Building a positive self-esteem can be a long process; however it is an extremely vital and priceless aspect of childhood development.
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Teaching Your Child How To Handle Their Emotions
Written by: Amanda Elias, M.A., Child Development Specialist, Families by Design
Emotions are an important part of creating a healthy family unit. Many adults can easily express what and how they are feeling at any given moment; however this is not the same for many children. Just like throwing a ball, some children are naturals and some need to be taught. Teaching your child to identify and express their feelings is a vital step in developing the ability to effectively deal with life’s situations.
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10 Steps to Effective Parenting
Written by: Dr. Laurie Emery, Families by Design
It is important to discipline in a way that teaches responsibility by
motivating our children internally, to build their self-esteem and help them feel loved. If our children are disciplined in this way, they will not need to turn to gangs, drugs, or sex to feel powerful or to belong.
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A Vision for Today's Family
Written by: Dr. Stephanie May, Families by Design
December 5th, 2008
Dr. May shares an insightful vision for today's modern family.
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