Welcome to Our New Blog for our children

The key to raising a well-rounded child is to establish a solid support system at home so that she grows up satisfied with her achievements and ambitions.

"The goal as a parent is to help your child feel competent and confident, and to help his/her develop a sense of passion and purpose"

Every child has unique gifts and talents. These special attributes can show up in a traditional school setting, but there are plenty of children who shine after the final bell has rung for the day. Activities like a mommy-and-me music class or karate lessons can open their minds, but your wallet doesn't need to be involved.

Just because you need complete silence while typing an e-mail or balancing your checkbook doesn't mean your child needs a noise-free environment when doing his homework.

When it comes to picking up a book and having story time with your kid, there is no such thing as starting too early. Reading to preschoolers—and keeping books at home—encourages language development, reading skills, and future success in school.

Don't worry if cooking isn't your strongest skill -- your child will reap the educational and emotional rewards from conversation, not chicken cacciatore. "Informal discussion topics ('How was your day?,' 'What are you discussing in science?' 'How will you study for that test?') lets your child know your family values learning,"

A study showed that children who eat at least five meals a week with their families are more likely to achieve higher grades in school and are less likely to develop an eating disorder.

If your child has access to a cell phone, he/she recommends taking it before bedtime because "62 percent of kids admit they use it after the lights go out -- and their parents are clueless!"