Promoting Independence with Money

My belief is that children should receive “pocket-money” or “allowance”  as their small share of the family-wealth just as they should share the workload at home. This is not to say that the family income is divided equally between all…

Are You a Bad Mom When You Allow Your Kids to Struggle?

Isn’t our goal as parents to help develop problem solving skills in our children?  I think as busy moms, we often forget and take the easy road and solve problems for our kids.  By repeating this habit of giving answers…

The Homework Battle Goes On…..Or Does It???

It is the time of year when that dreaded word “HOMEWORK” becomes a daily battle with parents – or does it? Depending on the age of your children it can cause a lot of problems, drama and opportunities for your…

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