It’s okay to take your time choosing an appropriate consequence when a child misbehaves. Sometimes this feels like bad parenting, but that’s just not the case. As the older boys are aging, I’m finding it more and more difficult to figure out how to handle misdeeds in a way that is humane and wise. Yesterday [...]

(Editor’s note: Carol has a list of resources for teaching kids to handle money wisely. Thanks Carol!) Even before they reach school age, children are capable of learning quite a few things, and it often falls to the parents to get kids started with learning their letters and numbers. But you should also consider teaching [...]

(Editor’s note: please welcome Krisca’s post on budgeting today. Thanks, Krisca!) Some of the world’s best-kept secrets about money are found in the unlikeliest media. If you have ever watched the cartoon series The Flintstones Family, you wouldn’t consider it the best place to pick up nuggets of wisdom about money. But there’s something about [...]

(Editor’s note: please welcome Brady with some very sound advice on teens and motorcycles. Thanks, Brady!) Most parents dread having the “I want a motorcycle!” conversation with their teenage boy. Who can blame them? Teenage boys are enticed by the cool image of motorcycles. They’re excited about the quick acceleration and maneuverability. For parents, speeding [...]

(Editor’s note: This article is by Dr. David Cronauer, a graduate of the Wilkes University Pennsylvania College of Optometry affiliated, accelerated program. Dr. Cronauer is associated with ReplaceMyContacts.com, a provider of discount contact lenses on various brands including Air Optix Aqua, Biofinity Toric, and many more.) As an adult, you know that protecting your eyes [...]

editor’s note: I’m thrilled to introduce Mark Hooson, today’s guest author. He has sound advice that any family could use to their benefit, especially in these difficult financial times. Welcome, Mark! It’s a clichéd sentiment, but balancing your family’s budget every month really can be a bit like walking a tight-rope – with little room [...]