February 2009 Archives
7:27 AM Wed, Feb 25, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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The recent news about the alleged attack on Rihana by boyfriend Chris Brown has shed new light into the topic of Teen Violence. Parents should be aware of certain warning signs:
- Being withdrawn from family
- Stopped seeing friends
- Spends all of her time with her boyfriend
- Starts having problems in school
- Says she's afraid to break up
- Receives constant text messages or phone calls from boy...
7:31 AM Tue, Feb 10, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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Let's face it - Valentine's Day can be a depressing if you don't have a sweetheart. But for many single parents the idea of getting into the dating scene can be tough when you've got kids to consider.
So dating and relationship coach, Lea Friese-Haben came to the set with some practical advice for single parents contemplating about giving love another try.
Q: There are some pro's and con's when it comes to dating a...
7:22 AM Mon, Feb 09, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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I love hearing about people's love stories -the whole "how did you two meet" is a great conversation to have with couples over dinner. I think it's a little odd that few people actually meet in the proverbial bar - it is more often, shall we say, providential than that.
One of the best stories I have heard has to be Dee Fort and her husband Evan. Although they met in high school, they had two matchmakers who reconnected them after te...
7:56 AM Wed, Feb 04, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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We hear a lot of negative things about how technology is corrupting our youth. But it is important to note that technology can also bridge a gap to children with learning differences.
Today, I had some folks on the show that showcased a method for teaching kids that is making a big impact. If you or your school is interested in learning more about the KidSmart program, see the information below:
Websites:
KidSmart Earl...
7:13 AM Tue, Feb 03, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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We try to teach our kids the value of "Good Sportsmanship". But when grown-ups act like animals, the lessons get lost. Because when the pushing turns to shoving and the adrenaline is flowing, it's tough not to yell at the ref, or rack up the score, or pummel a player after he's down. We see these failures at little league, at a high school girls' basketball game, and even during the Super Bowl.
But on one night in November, the e...
7:20 AM Mon, Feb 02, 2009 | Permalink
Paige
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If it were up to my eight-year-old, he would happily spend an entire day rotating between video games and TV watching. He would choose screen time over family time, baseball time, meal time and practically any other time including bathroom time. Once, he was hopping around so much, I insisted he take a break on behalf of mother nature. "But Mom, I can hold it just until I get the new high score!"
According to the American Ac...
