September 2010
1 post
What is Quality Time?
Recently I went on a trip with my two children and my husband. What a blast! Yes, two small children and vacation is not easy because you would probably need another vacation when you get home, but what memories and special time we shared. Did you know that young children crave for attention and time to play with you.
I am positive you have heard many times, it is not the time you spent with...
June 2010
2 posts
How to Study for Mathematics
I have taught and tutored children of all ages for Mathematics and I have learned that not many really understand how to study for Math.
I have had students that simply review the process of a topic or just read the practice problems. There is only one way to really study for Math and that is to actually do the Math.
These are my suggestions:
First, make sure the child is following through...
The Importance of Academic Responsibilities
First is first. As parents, we need to define what our demands are. Some parents assume that doing good in school is excelling academically related to grades. I tend to tell parents to make sure their child completes his/her homework, cares about the outcome and is organized with school work.
The abilities we need to succeed rely more on the skills than an actual number. Saying this, I am not...
May 2010
2 posts
Study habits
Many parents come to my office for advice on how to help their children with homework, responsibilities and completing tasks. Here are some simple tips that have helped me with children of different ages.
Children need routine, a schedule and a place to work. Why do some parents have so much difficulty with their children and school work and others do not? Definitely our children are...
Why my child bites.
Working as a school psychologist one of the most controversial topics between parents and a preschool that I have experienced has been biting. Yes, biting. Parents whose child is bitten tend to get angry, frustrated and intolerant with the situation. Parents of the child that is biting may be confused and ashamed sometimes also frustrated; believe me I have been there as a mom. This has...
April 2010
8 posts
My child is being too difficult.
Parenting has its wonders, but sometimes it is so hard to follow through challenging moments. Have you ever lost your patience, piece of mind or control? Our children go through different stages themselves. They go through a process of transition. Some examples would be: the arrival of a new sibling, moving to another country, school or neighborhood. What shakes a child’s life and...
My child is Masturbating
I have discussed this topic with many parents of preschoolers. Not an easy topic for many and definitely arises anxiety and worries.
It is true that children repeat patterns or situations, but masturbating, touching, rocking is not necessarily a sign of abuse. Many children discover their bodies at a young age. Socially they still do not understand or perceive that it is incorrect to...
First day of School
Have you thought about what your child feels the first day at a day care or in a Kindergarten?
Well, I like to relate to feelings we can not remember. Think about what you felt in your stomach the first day at a new job or during a presentation about a new project. It is a strong feeling and we have the ability to understand and control it, but our children simply feel it. So what are some...
First time moms
This entry is for all those new moms who are having a hard time the first few months back from the hospital. Wow, too many details and a baby to tend for his or her every need.
Earlier today I was sitting with a few girlfriends. We were going over those first few months and we laughed at our inexperience, some of us remember constantly crying in the bathroom feeling overwhelmed.
In the baby...
How do we avoid the pain?
When parents separate, it is hard on all family members. There is a process of mourning we cannot avoid. It is a drastic change for all involve and it may hurt, but how do you make it easier on everyone, how do you alleviate the pain and sadness?
Did you know that your children see the world through your eyes in the first stages of their lives. How did you learn to relate, to love, to give and...
To be a Parent Today: Two Important Keys
To be a parent in this century is a challenge and at the same time it is the most satisfying experience for a human being. What we learn as parents, what we experience and how we evolve with our children is mystical for many.
The process of educating and creating limits with love and patience is not as simple as the words imply. Our kids do not come with a book of instructions.
If we would have...
Overprotective are we?
Topic of the day! Let’s think about it, am I too overprotective? Is there such a thing as being too overprotective considering all the dangers that our children confront daily? Well, as a parent I would hesitate to agree, but as a specialist I may certainly conclude that there is.
Let’s take a moment to analyze how we handle ourselves with our children. Are you the parent that carries there...
Self-esteem in our children: a simple way to look...
I work with children everyday. I listen to their stories, their need to belong, to be accepted. How de we make sure we are doing our part? How de we help them? Our children are different, are born in different scenarios, in different moments of our lives, but there are things we may do to help.
How do I help him? Is the constant question a parent asks in case their child is undergoing...