Social Skills

Whether your little one is a social butterfly or goes to the beat of her own drum, good social skills will help your child thrive in any situation. Learn how to help your child develop the necessary skills to navigate this complex world.
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Baby Twins
7 Toddler Behavior Troubles (and Tips for Managing Them!)
Shortly after your child begins to walk, an amazing chapter unfolds—toddlerhood! This time of transition can often lead to frustration. ... Read More
Angry Emotions
While angry emotions from a child or parent are normal, there are acceptable and unacceptable ways of dealing with them. Learn how to help your ... Read More
Are You Raising a Poor Sport? Teaching Kids to Compete
Competition can build character in kids. But how do you teach a child that winning isn't everything—and is that a lesson you need to learn, too? ... Read More
Big-Kid Skills
Your toddler is growing up! Here are tips to help them foster their big-kid skills, newfound independence, and self-esteem at home. ... Read More
Boys and Their Violent Toys
As kids watch more violent TV shows and play with toys that blur the line between violence and play, how should parents react? ... Read More
Building Your Child's Self-Esteem
Kids go through stages of self-doubt, but parents can boost their confidence. Here's how to be a positive influence in your little one's life. ... Read More
Children and Grieving
Discussing death with young children is a daunting task. Learn what to do to help them deal with a loved one passing away. ... Read More
Crashing the Party: Knowing When It’s OK to Bring the Kids
Sometimes even the socially sensitive parent has a tough time figuring out when and where kids are truly welcome. A few tips can help parents ... Read More
Do You Know Your Child's Social & Emotional Development Milestones?
Your baby is not only learning to interact with the world around him, but also (much more importantly) with you! Do you know how to encourage ... Read More
Does Birth Order Matter?
Whether they're first born, in the middle, the youngest, or the one and only, children all have personality characteristics associated with ... Read More
Encouraging Kids' Positive Thinking
Give your kids positive thinking skills by listening to them and helping them overcome their negative thoughts and beliefs. This is, of ... Read More
Girls with Footballs and Boys with Dolls: Understanding Gender-Bending Play
Some parents feel uncomfortable when their children play like members of the opposite sex. How should you handle it when your kids don't want ... Read More
Help Stop Sibling Squabbles
Help Stop Sibling Squabbles: Use these tips to stay sane while dispelling sibling rivalry.
Helping Your Child Through the Tough Times of Life
Helping children understand the ups and downs of life is critical to their development as healthy, whole beings. Learn the importance of and ... Read More
Family at the Playground
How to Handle a Shy Child
Your 2- to 4-year-old child is timid around new people or circumstances and too shy to join other children in play. What should you do? We called ... Read More
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