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Tips for Parents During and After an Emergency
Living in Southern California you can’t help but wonder when the next big earthquake might come along. It is a scary feeling when you don’t have any control over the forces that be. A few years back there was a large one that kept shaking the house so we ran into our daughter’s room and started running down the stairs with her in our arms. In hindsight, I realize this might not be the best strategy as you don’t want to be caught on stairs in a big earthquake. September is National Preparedness Month and PBS Kids has come up with some tips for parents to help them in the case of an emergency. …
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Parenting :: Tips for Parents of First-Time Teen Drivers
It is the day that every teen dreams about and every parent dreads. It typically starts with your teen slipping enthusiastically behind the wheel of your car and often ends with your heart beating wildly in your chest after enduring a grueling and often jerky ride. It is the first day that your teen can drive. It also happens to be one of the best times to set some rules and expectations for your child’s future use of the car. Set Expectations It is important to stress to your teen that driving a car is not a right, but a privilege that she earns by obeying the laws…
