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How to help your child with ADHD be successful in school

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may have difficulty in school because their symptoms—inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity—get in the way of learning.

Success in school is important for the development of healthy self-esteem and confidence.

Key points

You can help your child succeed in school by:

• Working with teachers and other school personnel.
• Educating yourself about ADHD.
• Helping your child control his or her symptoms.

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Is Your Kid a Bully?

How to put some gentle lamb into your lion.                                                                                  By Michele Santos                                                                           

No one wants to hear that their child is a bully. But if complaints are building up from children, teachers or other parents that your son or daughter is bullying other kids, it's a good idea to listen.

Bright Ideas: Fun with Math

As a mother of a 1st grader, I wanted to share some resources that I have found and fun learning ideas about teaching kids math.

Playing store. A parent of a third-grader writes: "Our 8-year-old daughter likes to open up a 'store' once a month. She grabs things around the house and puts them up for sale. She puts price tags on everything. I tell her I'll buy things from her as long as they are at 50% discount and she does the math to figure out the final cost. Then, I pick things out. In the end, my bill is usually $2 to $3 and I actually pay her money that she adds to her piggy bank. She gets to practice adding numbers as well as working with percentages."

What Makes a Great DayCare

An article from AmericanBaby.com                                              By Barbara Soloman

It Takes a Village

It takes a village to raise a child: Hillary Clinton may have said it, but no one understands it more than a parent looking for quality daycare. From the caregivers to the administrators to the state licensing agents, everyone involved in a daycare's operation helps shape a child's experience. It's no surprise that finding a good daycare is a prime concern; for many families, it's a safe, affordable option that allows kids to socialize and learn in a loving environment structured around their needs. According to the Census Bureau, in 1999 more than one-fifth of children under age 5 were cared for in a daycare center. Nearly one-fifth more were enrolled in family daycare -- care provided outside the home by a nonrelative. But even though it's a popular option, finding the right daycare remains a huge challenge. The reasons are myriad, but one fact is clear: To find a great center, you need the insider's view. And we've talked to parents and experts to get it.

Baby's Identity Safety: Smart Way to Protect Her Credit

An Article from BabyZone.com

Just over a year ago, Frank Blackwood watched a television program warning viewers that children might be susceptible to identity theft. Blackwood's wife had fallen victim to identity theft, but he had a hard time believing his two children, ages two and one at the time, could be victims, too. Blackwood, on staff at a Baptist church in Texas, decided to call a credit reporting agency to check—just in case

Why You're a Great Mom, No Matter How You Mother

Wonder if you're doing the whole mommy thing right? Here's how to tune in to your instincts and know for sure.

By Aviva Patz

I remember one day when my daughter Sadie, now 5, was still just crawling. A friend came over with her baby for a playdate. When she arrived, she looked around and asked, "Where's Sadie?" I shrugged casually and said, "I don't know. I think she went upstairs." My friend, who never let her own child out of her sight, was aghast — I had allowed my daughter to go up the stairs all by herself! It made me wonder: Am I too laid-back? Am I a bad mom?

Snacks Rule! Why it’s good for kids to eat between meals.

"Mom, I'm hungry!" Does it sometimes seem like you just finished serving a meal and your child is already hungry again? Don't worry. It's natural for young children to want to eat between meals. In fact, "grazing" on small healthy snacks throughout the day is actually a good thing. Young children need to eat more often because they tend to naturally eat small portions at a meal. It can be hard for a little one to eat enough at any one sitting to sustain him without the major peaks and dips in energy levels that can occur with long periods between meals.

Back to School, Ways To Help Your Student

The arrival of September and a new school year looms. For some this is a much-anticipated event bursting with excitement and bolstered by confidence. For others, there is apprehension and even dread. Parents can help their children prepare for school in several ways – while channeling their excitement or quelling some nerves.

Back-to-School Organizing Tips for the Mom-On-The-Go

by: Molly Gold

Back to school can be a stressful time of year. Families must change from the laid-back summer schedule to the non-stop school and activity calendars that keep moms jumping from one activity to the next without a moment’s rest. Fortunately, today there is help.

Return to Work Not Easy for Stay-at-Home Dads

Men can face societal sanctions if they chose to be full-time caregivers

By Eve Tahmincioglu, MSNBC.com contributor

I recently wrote about how stay-at-home moms may be committing career hara-kiri if they take too much time off from work to raise kids and do nothing to update their skills. But it appears men who make the decision to become stay-at-home dads may be in even more career hot water.