Scarlett Capelli

Many times when children are about to begin kindergarten, a question arises as to whether they are ready for a school environment. The teachers of children whose birthdays are close to the cut off point or those who have not had the benefit of a preschool experience may feel that...

Due to economic factors and busy careers, more and more women are waiting to become pregnant until they are over the age of 35. While they may be more financially able to provide for the child at this more mature stage of their life, older mothers also face a number...

Years ago, a child's first experience with a school setting was often the first day of kindergarten. Due to the phenomenon of two-income families, preschools have become a day care option for modern parents who have children that are three years of age. If you are thinking about sending your...

For years, the Motion Picture Association of America has rated movies according to content so that parents would know which movies were suitable for younger viewers. In the beginning, there were just three ratings-G, PG, and R. Movie theaters were also much more careful about admitting children that were too...

Many American children spend a large amount of their time playing video games. As a parent, you may be confused as to whether these games are beneficial or not. That question is still up in the air. The opponents of the video game craze have made solid arguments against them,...

As the parents of children growing up in today's society, you may be alarmed to read about the statistics dealing with drug abuse among kids. While many of these adults are familiar with the older drugs such as marijuana and cocaine, the newer ones may be confusing. The following is...

As you are probably aware, the United States has taken more aggressive steps to prevent illegal immigrants from other countries (particularly Mexico) from entering the country from across the border and setting up residency here. There are many pros and cons to this permanent relocation plan, especially when dealing with...

Do you remember all those fairy tales that you heard when you were younger that that dealt with a wicked stepmother? Stepmothers have always gotten a bad review from storytellers and history alike. In the fairy tales, Cinderella's stepmother made her clean the house and act like a servant. Snow White's...

In the 1970s and 1980s, a new belief system developed that was known as the New Age movement. The basis for this system was a combination of a variety of elements which included alternative medicine, esotericism, religion, and environmentalism. The theory of the indigo child developed around this time as...

Lead poisoning in small children has become more widespread. As a parent, you should educate yourself in the causes, symptoms and treatments of overexposure to this dangerous mineral. This type of poisoning is caused by a child's exposure to products that contain lead, which is a heavy metal that is found...

Many experts have studied the placement of children in the birth order of the family unit and have discovered that each group displays certain traits and characteristics. Oldest children tend to be born leaders while younger children tend to be affectionate and creative. Middle children characteristics are a little harder...

Do you remember all those fairy tales that you heard when you were younger that that dealt with a wicked stepmother? Stepmothers have always gotten a bad review from storytellers and history alike. In the fairy tales, Cinderella's stepmother made her clean the house and act like a servant. Snow White's...

Due to economic factors and busy careers, more and more women are waiting to become pregnant until they are over the age of 35. While they may be more financially able to provide for the child at this more mature stage of their life, older mothers also face a number...

In the past, spanking was the order of the day. Our parents and grandparents believed in the old saying "spare the rod, spoil the child." In today's society, however physical punishment is discouraged and can even lead to criminal prosecution by the law. Spanking can also lead the child to...

When teaching kids about bicycle safety and fire safety, as well as safety on the Internet, many parents forget to teach their children about electrical safety. There are a few simple rules that you need to teach your child about electricity and electrical appliances. The most important rule for children is...

As a parent of a child that suffers from ADD/ADHD, you may feel overwhelmed and even resentful towards your child as the daily stress of dealing with this disorder may seem to be taking over your entire life. There are several ways that you can reduce the stress and begin...

In the past, large families were commonplace with an average of 3 children being the common statistic. Having only one child was rare, and that child was assumed to be a spoiled, rotten brat. In recent years, due to improved birth control and the fact that many couples are waiting...

With the soaring divorce rates today, combined families are becoming more common. Recent statistics have shown that 50% of all marriages will end in divorce, leading to one out of every two children living in a single-parent home by the age of eighteen. 80% of these divorced people will remarry...

While many people have heard of dyslexia, most do not know what hyperlexia is. This disorder is basically the opposite of dyslexia and often goes undiagnosed as it is more difficult to determine. Hyperlexia is a learning disorder that involves children who exhibit an above normal ability to read at a...

Many American children spend a large amount of their time playing video games. As a parent, you may be confused as to whether these games are beneficial or not. That question is still up in the air. The opponents of the video game craze have made solid arguments against them,...

Many experts have studied the placement of children in the birth order of the family unit and have discovered that each group displays certain traits and characteristics. Oldest children tend to be born leaders while younger children tend to be affectionate and creative. Middle children characteristics are a little harder...

Many American children spend a large amount of their time playing video games. As a parent, you may be confused as to whether these games are beneficial or not. That question is still up in the air. The opponents of the video game craze have made solid arguments against them,...

In the past, large families were commonplace with an average of 3 children being the common statistic. Having only one child was rare, and that child was assumed to be a spoiled, rotten brat. In recent years, due to improved birth control and the fact that many couples are waiting...

As the parents of children growing up in today's society, you may be alarmed to read about the statistics dealing with drug abuse among kids. While many of these adults are familiar with the older drugs such as marijuana and cocaine, the newer ones may be confusing. The following is...

One of the most enjoyable activities in a child's life is bicycle riding. Kids seem to use bicycles to go everywhere. Teaching your child the proper bicycle safety can prevent them from sustaining any serious injuries. The first step to safety with a bicycle is the bicycle itself. Making sure that...

For years, the Motion Picture Association of America has rated movies according to content so that parents would know which movies were suitable for younger viewers. In the beginning, there were just three ratings-G, PG, and R. Movie theaters were also much more careful about admitting children that were too...

Children in today's society seem to be much more pampered and less responsible than they were a few decades ago. They also seemed to have lost much of the value system that most of us took for granted growing up. By examining the roles of children in the past, we...

The true definition of a grandparent is the parent of a child's parent. In today's society, more and more grandparents are stepping in as parents because their son or daughter is unwilling or unable to give their child proper care. While this situation may be better off for the well...

Winter is the time of year for the coldest temperatures and the most amount of time that your children have off during the school year due to holidays and bad weather. There are several activities that you can share with your kids to pass the long, cold winter days. Outdoor winter...

In the past, some children who had difficulty reading were thought to have a lower intelligence level or were considered to be underachievers. In recent years, many of these youngsters were thought to have undiagnosed dyslexia, a learning disorder whose chief symptom is an impaired ability to recognize and comprehend...