By Dora Fowler, MBA Our work as men and women raising children is important because our influence lasts a lifetime. But what are the most important gifts we give our children? Self-love, self-concept, and self-esteem. Self-Love Self-love is the most essential of all skills. It is a concept children learn from the way parents (and… Read More
Why Formula Instead of Cow’s Milk?
Many parents ask why they can’t just feed their baby regular cow’s milk. The answer is simple: Young infants cannot digest cow’s milk as completely or easily as they digest formula. Also, cow’s milk contains high concentrations of protein and minerals, which can stress a newborn’s immature kidneys and cause severe illness at times of… Read More
The Skills That Make Kids More Likely to Grow Up to Be Successful
by Esther Crain Courtesy of Yahoo Parenting A 20-year study found that kindergartners who displayed these social competence traits were more likely to have graduated college, stayed out of trouble with the law, found full-time jobs, and avoided drug and alcohol problems by the time they reached age 25. “It was striking to see how sharing,… Read More