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Monthly Archives: September 2013

“Mommy I’m Scared” – Tips for Handling Children’s Fears
28 Sep 2013

“Mommy I’m Scared” – Tips for Handling Children’s Fears

by judy | posted in: About Your Kids | 0

The other day a friend of mine said to me, “My son (who is four) is suddenly afraid of going up the stairs in the house. What should I do?” “Well”, I said, “Go up the stairs with him.” It … Continued

Expert Parenting Advice Interview: Dealing with back to school stress
13 Sep 2013

Expert Parenting Advice Interview: Dealing with back to school stress

by judy | posted in: About You, About Your Kids | 0

Ever wonder how some folks manage their kids and the transition back to school and seem to make it all appear so easy? How do other parents do it? Perhaps they took some advice that I share in my interview … Continued

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