Child Development Institute - Parenting & Family Issues

Parents Guide on Sleep for Babies

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:40:03 UT

Everything parents need to know about how to cope with the sleeping habits of a baby. Learn about their "routine", how to gradually help them develop a healthy sleep schedule. Discover some massage techniques to help them fall asleep. Safety issues regarding babies and sleep are covered. Bedding and other physical considerations are also covered. Written to help "everyone" get a good nights sleep.

Tags: baby safety, baby sleep

News/Research Articles on Parenting & Family Issues

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 19:27:45 UT

News and research related to parenting and family issues.

Helping Your Child with Socialization

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

For one reason or another, some children do not develop social skills as easily as others. They may earnestly seek peer relationships and then, having endured rebuffs, if not downright cruelty, retreat to the safety of home, family, and their own company.

There is probably nothing so painful for a parent as the rejection of his child. Parents need to take he long view of social problems and to map out a plan to solve them quite as carefully and thoughtfully as they would consider academic or health problems. There are guidelines which. if followed, will help these children if the parent is willing to take time and initiative.

Guidelines For Parent/Child Communication

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Good communication is an important parenting skill. This page provides useful information and techniques for parents on how to communicate effectively with their children. Parenting can be more enjoyable when positive parent-child relationship is established. Whether you are parenting a toddler or a teenager, good communication is the key to building self-esteem as well a mutual respect.

Organizing Your Home for Success

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Tips for parents on how to organize the home environment to promote a healthy family lifestyle.

Helping Your Child Develop Self-Esteem

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Self-esteem is a major key to success in life. The development of a positive self-concept or healthy self-esteem is extremely important to the happiness and success of children and teenagers. This page will share the basics for helping kids and teens to improve their self-esteem.

What to do When You Don’t Like Your Teens Friends

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Parenting a teen can be tough, especially when they start bringing new friends home. With all the different friends your child is bound to make, it’s pretty likely you’re going to dislike at least one of them. Here’s what to do to keep this small issue from becoming a big problem.

Raising Successful Teens

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

The Oppositional, Defiant Teen: How James Lehman tackles the toughest behavior disorder (Excerpted from Transform Your Problem Child)

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Handling Sibling Rivalry

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

25 Things Every Mother Should Know: How you mother your baby does make a difference

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Stress Management For Parents

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Tips for Getting Your Teen to Open up

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Helping your Teen Develop Self Pride and a Good Body Image

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT

Coping with Teen Bullying

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:43:39 UT