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My Daughter is Super Sensitive and Gets Her Feelings Hurt Easily! What Can I Do?

by Susan Stiffelman, MFT, Posted Jun 20th 2011

if(typeof AOLVP_cfg==='undefined')AOLVP_cfg=[];AOLVP_cfg.push({id:'AOLVP_731783172001','codever':0.1, 'autoload':true, 'autoplay':true, ...Be gentle with your daughter while helping her learn cognitive tools that she can use when she jumps to conclusions.
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My Little One Was So Excited About Being a Big Brother ... But Not Anymore!

by Susan Stiffelman, MFT, Posted May 30th 2011

if(typeof AOLVP_cfg==='undefined')AOLVP_cfg=[];AOLVP_cfg.push({id:'AOLVP_731783172001','codever':0.1, 'autoload':true, 'autoplay':true, ...Be patient with your son, and help him cry whenever he's upset.
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My Parents Won't Stop Interfering, From Grandparenting Expert Adair Lara

by the editors at MarloThomas.com, Posted May 26th 2011

Grandparenting expert Adair Lara offers suggestions to a mother of two whose own parents are intrusive and controlling.
if(typeof ...Grandparenting expert Adair Lara offers suggestions to a mother of two whose own parents are intrusive and controlling.
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Raising Kids to Be Less Stuff-Centered

by PBSParents.org, Posted May 20th 2011

Since launching "The Story of Stuff" film and book, some people have accused me of being against stuff. I'm not; in fact I consider myself ...One of the toughest places to combat excessive consumerism is with today’s kids.
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5 Ways to Unplug on Vacation

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 18th 2011

The biggest challenge for family vacation is unplugging from our 24/7 media lives. Credit: Getty Images What's the biggest challenge ...With planning and self-control, you can ditch the gadgets and enjoy some family face time.
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Becoming a Stepmother from Marlo Thomas

by the editors at MarloThomas.com, Posted May 17th 2011

When I realized I was going to have the title of "stepmother," I thought, "Oh, no, I don't want to be one of those!" In fairy tales and children's ...When I realized I was going to have the title of "stepmother," I thought, "Oh, no, I don't want to be one of those!" In fairy tales and children's stories, stepmothers are usually villains.
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Co-Sleeping: Is a Family Bed Worth the Safety Concerns?

by Mary Beth Sammons, Posted Apr 11th 2011

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Samantha Van Vleet cuddles with her 6-week-old baby, Averly. Credit: Samantha Van Vleet Sleeping is a ...The family bed continues to draw controversy.
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Two Sisters Rule When it Comes to Family Harmony, Study Finds

by Lesley Kennedy, Posted Apr 8th 2011

Two sisters make for the most harmonious family life. Credit: Getty Images There may be something to the old schoolyard chant "Girls ...A report shows that two girls makes "for the most harmonious family life as they are unlikely to fight, will play nicely and are generally a pleasure to be around."
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