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Son Has Figured Out The System Nov. 18, 2015

Sylvia Rimm on Raising Kids

Q: Our seven-year-old son is in third grade. When given an open-ended question, he tends to respond ... Read More

Sharing Tragic Events and Replacing a Babysitter Nov. 14, 2015

The Family Coach

Dear Family Coach: On several occasions my daughter has come home from school perplexed about someth... Read More

A Working Mother's Guilt and an Emotional Start to Preschool Nov. 13, 2015

The Family Coach

Dear Family Coach: I have been working somewhat long hours ever since I had my son, who is now 7. I ... Read More

Many Kids Struggle In Teen Years Nov. 11, 2015

Sylvia Rimm on Raising Kids

Q: How can we, as teachers, motivate or encourage our very bright teenage students who think that "g... Read More

College Freshman Likely To Adjust Nov. 08, 2015

Sylvia Rimm on Raising Kids

Q: My very bright son who was a National Merit Scholar is now a freshman in college. I sense anxiety... Read More

Toddler Meals and Letting a Teen Shave her Legs Nov. 07, 2015

The Family Coach

Dear Family Coach: My toddler often throws a fit at the table. He drops his cup and plate and fusses... Read More

A Better Invitation and a Rough Parenting Moment Nov. 06, 2015

The Family Coach

Dear Family Coach: My daughter was invited to a classmate's birthday party, and she responded that s... Read More

Teaching Grit Helps Child Succeed Oct. 25, 2015

Sylvia Rimm on Raising Kids

Q: My son is 7 years old and really gives up easily, both in home tasks and at school. He also avoid... Read More

Happy Birthday to Robert Jul. 30, 2015

Jackie Gingrich Cushman

This week, our youngest child, Robert, is turning 14. His sister, Maggie, is two years older. Gone a... Read More

All Aboard the Doughnut Train Sep. 13, 2014

Katiedid Langrock

O cursed coveted confectionary, why do you taunt me so? While traipsing around the East Coast last w... Read More

Parenting Is Full of Goodbyes Aug. 27, 2014

Connie Schultz

This is the month of departure for many parents, the time of year when they brace themselves for new... Read More

Russell Baker and Me Apr. 16, 2014

Social Security and You

I just finished reading (or actually re-reading) Russell Baker's memoir, "Growing Up." For those of ... Read More