http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/5632/how-to-teach-your-toddler-table-manners If there is one lesson you have probably learned as a parent, it is to expect the most embarrassing moments to occur at the most inappropriate times. Mealtime is certainly no exception — but take heart, manners can be taught at a young age. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/5632/how-to-teach-your-toddler-table-manners Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler SheKnows Parenting Editors Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966291/how-to-reason-with-a-preschooler Parents who have dealt with preschoolers before you can attest to the fact that reasoning with them is never easy. Still, you often need to find some common ground especially in the midst of a difficult situation. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966291/how-to-reason-with-a-preschooler Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Tiernan McKay Mon, 09 Jul 2012 02:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964639/why-parents-should-learn-with-their-preschoolers While you’ve been around for a while, your preschooler is just learning to discover the world. It can be a fascinating experience for both parties as your little scientist learns how things work and how they’ll work for the rest of their lives. Here’s why you should tag along with your preschoolers in the process, learning right alongside them. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964639/why-parents-should-learn-with-their-preschoolers Parenting Christina Caldwell Thu, 17 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959929/things-our-kids-preschool-teachers-want-us-to-know Do you ever wonder if there are things that your child’s preschool teacher wishes she could say to you? Well, there are many things they’d like to share and we found one preschool teacher who was willing to tell us exactly what she wishes she could say. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959929/things-our-kids-preschool-teachers-want-us-to-know Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Nichole Beaudry Wed, 11 May 2011 08:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/822911/how-to-prep-your-child-for-bridal-party-duties Every couple wants a memorable wedding, but sometimes the inclusion of miniature brides, flower girls or ring bearers of a certain age can spell disaster. Here’s how to prepare kids for their wedding party duties. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/822911/how-to-prep-your-child-for-bridal-party-duties Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Wed, 06 Apr 2011 18:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/825317/preschooler-sleep-problems-solved Your preschooler was sleeping through the night...until suddenly they weren't. Or maybe yours can't seem to tire enough to go to sleep. We've asked three experts to help us decipher some big preschooler sleep problems. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/825317/preschooler-sleep-problems-solved Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Sarah W. Caron Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:27:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818128/Manners-for-pre-school-children Your children first learn manners at home. From your instruction and example, children establish a basic understanding of how they should interact with people and behave in a variety of situations. Here are some basic manners for preschoolers you can help your little ones learn. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818128/Manners-for-pre-school-children Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Mary Fetzer Tue, 11 May 2010 11:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815008/younger-kids-and-friendships-1 Though it might be nice, we are not born knowing how to be good friends. Like just about everything else, it's something we learn. In the context of friendships, from a very early age, we learn about sharing and give and take, and fun and joy and sadness, and everything in between. As parents we need to take an active role in coaching our children through early friendships to learn those lessons. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815008/younger-kids-and-friendships-1 Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Jen Klein Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:18:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/811212/7-tips-to-stop-temper-tantrums-in-public When a toddler throws a tantrum at home, you can remove him to another room, walk away, or simply ignore the whole thing. But when you're out and about -- and under the watchful gaze of other not-quite-helpful parents -- it's a lot harder to figure out what to do. We've got some tried and true suggestions. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/811212/7-tips-to-stop-temper-tantrums-in-public Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Abbi Perets Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:48:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806885/holiday-decorating-with-preschoolers Sleigh bells ring, are you listenin'? It might be hard to believe that Thanksgiving has passed already, but we are indeed well into the holiday season. It's time to break out the decorations and make our homes festive and bright. Here's how to do that and incorporate your preschoolers. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806885/holiday-decorating-with-preschoolers Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Sarah W. Caron Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806536/the-importance-of-teaching-your-kids-selfreliance We know that you want to do everything you can for your little ones. You want to give them whatever they want, whenever they want it, and cushion their every fall. But we assure you that if you continue playing lifeguard/bodyguard/tutor/entertainer/personal slave, you'll be denying your child one of the most important things in life: self-reliance. Joanne Kimes, author of "The Stay-At-Home Martyr” explains why you should let kids learn some life lessons on their own. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806536/the-importance-of-teaching-your-kids-selfreliance Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Joanne Kimes Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:24:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806471/moms-of-young-kids-deal-with-economic-fears There is no escaping the bad news about the economy. With the Dow Jones plunging again and again, there is little that can be done to hide from this fearful reality if you are an adult. But what about children who are preschool aged or younger? How do you shield them from scary economic times? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/806471/moms-of-young-kids-deal-with-economic-fears Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Sarah W. Caron Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:43:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6142/how-to-gracefully-handle-your-childs-embarrassing-remarks Simon is a precocious 5-year-old who has lots on his mind and uses every opportunity to let others know what he thinks. Everyone loves Simon -- he is cute, cheerful and lovable. Yet, some feel sorry for the boy's mother, as she is often put in an uncomfortable position due to her son's innocent and completely unintentional indiscretions. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6142/how-to-gracefully-handle-your-childs-embarrassing-remarks Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Melissa Leonard Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/3339/get-your-kids-organized-and-save-your-sanity-cleaning-up-toys-and-more It may be hard to relate saving money with organization, but the two terms really go hand in hand. If you are able to organize right down to the smallest detail, then not only will you save yourself countless panic headaches, but you will have more time on your hands -- allowing yourself to be more productive and get more accomplished. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/3339/get-your-kids-organized-and-save-your-sanity-cleaning-up-toys-and-more Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Gregory Thomas Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/804557/how-not-to-raise-a-brat You know the deal. You're on line in the supermarket and ugh, the screaming, the bickering, the kicking . When you see a little Johnny or Jane acting out, face it, it irks you. No worries, it gets under our skin, too. But what happens when the bratty behavior is YOUR little precious one? *Gasp*! After taking a deep breath to face the situation head-on there are ways to keep them in check so they're the ones getting a lollipop in the bank. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/804557/how-not-to-raise-a-brat Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Vicki Salemi Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/803137/bedtime-battles-a-matter-of-endurance Sunshine's bedtime routine has taken a dive recently. It's making me a little crazy. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/803137/bedtime-battles-a-matter-of-endurance Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Jen Klein Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/802957/taking-your-childs-imaginary-friends-by-the-hand With the wild imagination that children have, it's common for your child's world to suddenly double - or triple - with imaginary playmates. From pretend buddies to invisible pets, preschoolers play with, confide in and blame things on these make-believe pals. These fantasy friends can be cute at times, but if your child's growing imagination has you climbing the walls, it may be hard to decide whether you should call a ghost buster or go with the flow. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/802957/taking-your-childs-imaginary-friends-by-the-hand Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Michelle Maffei Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:33:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/7025/simple-mommy-secrets-to-stop-your-little-biter Do you have a biter on your hands? Biting is among the most bothersome and embarrassing kid behaviors. I remember the horror the first time I saw one of child in our playgroup I quickly learned that biting is usually temporary, and much more common than I had thought. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/7025/simple-mommy-secrets-to-stop-your-little-biter Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Michele Borba, EdD Fri, 04 Jan 2008 10:23:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/3002/raising-patriotic-kids-teaching-selfdiscipline-with-love-and-logic No democracy can survive without a self-disciplined population. Preserving our democratic way of life requires that we teach our youngsters the true meaning of patriotism: "There is no freedom without responsibility." http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/3002/raising-patriotic-kids-teaching-selfdiscipline-with-love-and-logic Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Teen Behavior Charles Fay Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:20:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6381/fears-of-a-clown There are certain words spoken by a child that can send a shiver of panic through every parental nerve ending. I've discovered that the words causing the greatest consternation were not "Don't worry, the tattoos can always be removed with a laser" or "Can you believe putting in six eyebrow rings barely hurt?" http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6381/fears-of-a-clown Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Bob Schwartz