Relationships with Others
Receiving a “bad” gift
Your child carefully wrote his wish list. He must understand that he will not receive everything that is on his list. Leave room for surprises and improvisation!
9 to 12 years old
Relationships with Others
Infections, Diseases and Booboos
Mononucleosis
Your groggy teenager whines and drags his feet more than usual. He complains about a sore throat. You suspected mononucleosis and the doctor just confirmed that you were right.
December 1, 2012
Activities and Hobbies
The art of photography
The holiday season is the perfect time to use your camera and take photographs of your friends and family. A pro is giving you a few tips to keep great memories!
November 23, 2012
Separation and Mourning
Announcing a separation to children
The way in which you will announce your separation to your children will greatly influence their reaction and attitude. You want everything to go smoothly.
November 19, 2012
Brother and Sister
Rivalry between siblings
Relationships between brothers and sisters are often made of complicity, happy memories and bonding. However, we have to admit that these relationships sometimes have their share of jealousy and rivalry.
November 1, 2012
Sexuality
The first bra
Your little girl… is not so little anymore! Her breasts are beginning to show and you will soon have to have a "bra" conversation. How will you manage this child-teenager transition?
November 1, 2012
Relationships with Others
Is your child hanging out with the wrong crowd?
Your baby’s all grown up and is now able to choose his own friends. Do you find unsettling to realize that he’s not always making the same choices you would have in his place?
October 3, 2012
School Health
Head lice
Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp, where they lay their eggs. Head lice do not spread disease having head lice does not mean you are not clean.
September 24, 2012
Activities and Hobbies
A mobile phone for the kids?
Need a mobile phone? Really? It may be useful but mom and dad must keep an eye on this communication tool on which your teen’s happiness seems to rely.
August 29, 2012
Meals, Lunchs and Snacks
Frozen dessert: casually or passionately?
One of summer’s pleasures is being able to cool off with frozen treats. However, before biting into your next one, take some time to evaluate it!
August 3, 2012
Activities and Hobbies
List of family outings and activities!
We asked motherforlife.com readers to help us create a list of fun family outings and activities. Whether you want to feel like you’re on vacation, break the daily routine or just enjoy life, this list is full of great ideas!
July 29, 2012
Activities and Hobbies
Small jobs for big kids
Whether it would be to keep them busy, to make them more responsible or to make them understand the value of money, here are 10 jobs that can be done by children.
July 4, 2012
Articles' hub
All you need for Halloween
Your children's Halloween party is going to be a blast! Colorful decorations, costumes, candy galore and fun family evenings are on the menu!
Back to school
In a few weeks, children will begin a new school year. Whether it be their first day or they are returning for another year, here are some articles to help you prepare.
