Coaches Corner

July / August 2007

• What a Chore! Coaching Tweens to Get Chores Done

January / February 2007

• Young at Heart | Heart Health Practices for Children - Heart disease is not just for grandpa anymore. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), heart disease can originate in childhood. In a recently concluded study, the NIH discovered many of the conditions that lead to heart disease, including high blood pressure and hardening of the arteries, can begin as early as age five.

November 2006

• Gratitude More Than an Attitude - Gratitude is more than an attitude. Recent studies show that grateful people are happier, more resilient, and less depressed. They also have higher self-esteem and better relationships. These results prove that gratitude is more than polite manners and positive thinking. It is a way of life, and a wonderful legacy to leave our children.

September 2006

• Bit by Bit Building a Positive Family-Image with Scrapbooking - We are all aware of what a positive self-image can do for a person. It gives him the confidence to achieve more. It picks him up when he is down. It makes it possible for him to enjoy life to the fullest. The same holds true for families. Like individuals, every family has its ups and downs. Situations such as illness, separation, divorce, and parent-child power struggles can dent a positive family-image. One way to offset the effects of these situations is to involve the family in a group project.

August 2006

• Spare the Rod, Ten Reasons to Not Spank Your Child - Parents wear many hats. Among them are role model, doctor, and chauffeur. Often their most difficult role is that of disciplinarian. Disciplining children is complex. It requires patience and understanding. For centuries, spanking was the primary discipline tool. Unfortunately, it is ineffective and can be harmful. Countless studies have shown that spanking does little more than perpetuate aggression and violence. This is only one reason to not spank your child. Here are ten more.

July 2006

• Temper Temper, Dealing with Your Toddler's Tantrums - Temper tantrums are a part of growing up. As your child moves from babyhood to toddlerhood, she learns at an extraordinary pace. She is literally learning something new everyday. Unfortunately, her cognitive and physical skills are often times not in sync. This leads to frustration, which leads to temper tantrums.

June 2006

• Two Thumbs Up - In parenting circles, thumb sucking is a double edge sword. On one hand, it comforts your child. On the other, it may cause orthodontia problems. This ongoing debate boils down to one question: When should parents take issue with thumb sucking?

May 2006

• Teaching Your Child About Money

March / April 2006 Issue

• Coaching Parents in Storytelling