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Seeking Someone Who Can Explain This to Me
Asked by E.M. from Sacramento
on April 7, 2008
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Im 15 years old trying to be my brothers mom because my mom is emotionally unable to right now, her and my dad are going through a separation and its really hard to ha...
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- Hang in there, sweetie! I know how hard it is. I was about your age when I would have to rush home to take care of my younger brother and mentally-disabled sister. ...
- Well sweetheart, it is definitely a difficult position you are in. I was 6 years older than my sister and because of that, I too was responsible for her a lot. It is...
- E. I have a cousin that was in your shoes and her she was raising 3-of her siblings and the oldest is 18 & still taking care of her since childhood with a little famil...
15 Yo Good Kid in Public, But . . .
Asked by M.D. from Provo
on April 3, 2008
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I have a 15 year old son who is a very well behaved person in public. He's also a 4.0 student. However, within the walls of our home, he's a whole 'nother kind of pe...
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- Take away the phone, computer, television, wii, driving...whatever. He needs to earn them by respecting his family members. You and your husband need to be on the sa...
- 'love and logic'...I just finished this course...amazing! Just look it up on the web and it will explain itself! Good luck.
- I had a 5 year old who was wonderful and charming and helpful in public, but when she got home she was beastly to me - acting defiant, irritating, several tentrums eve...
Chores and Allowance for a 4 Year Old
Asked by H.L. from Dallas
on July 23, 2007
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I was wondering about chores, and allowance for my son who is 4. He is very interested in money lately and I think it is time to start teaching him about saving and mo...
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- We give my 7 year old daughter $5 a week. While it sounds like a lot, it actually saves me money-- when we're shopping and she starts begging to buy things, I ask her ...
- Hi H., Do you guys have any pets? You could let him feed and water the pets for a L. money, also this teaches responsibility for caring for pets too. Debbie
- Dave Ramsey has a kids financial kit that has everything you need. He tells you what ages to do what and he keeps it simple. He has books to read to the kids too about...
Reward System?
Asked by L.B. from Wichita
on March 18, 2008
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I am looking for any input on a Reward System for kids. I'm not a big fan of the idea, but have exhaused other options for motivating my boys. I want to keep them mo...
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- The best rewards are spending one on one time with a parent, whole family outings, choosing and helping to prepare a special meal etc. These are things that will have...
- When I was younger, my mom did this with us: She put up a chores chart. If we did the chores, we put either a sticker or a smiley face next to it. There were three of...
- hi, you can purchase a nice chart with magnets on it that says responsiblities on it and you can make your own as well then use them each night before they go to bed f...
How Much Should a Four Year Old Do
Asked by M.R. from Phoenix
on August 21, 2009
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Okay so my four year old son is driving me crazy. I have a 18 month old daughter and they are always fighting and making messes. well i was wondering how much can my s...
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- You'll have to find things he is interested in so he can stay busy...blocks drawing anything hes interested in....videos from the library that he can pick out. I know...
- As others have said, don't push him into learning how to read. There will be plenty of time for that later. Teaching them how to read at an early age doesn't necessari...
- Hi M., Deep breath, you're doing great wanting him to do more for himself. Consistent direction/expectations from you are the key. My 4 yo can "help" clean his ro...
Relationship Overhaul- Share Chores / Go Back to Work / Me Time
Asked by J.S. from Pocatello
on August 17, 2008
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Ok my marriage has three areas I am stressing out about. First of all, is it normal for a husband to only help with dishes like twice a month? I don't like to push and...
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- if you're in school, it sounds like you'll have time away. If it's your kids going back, understand. Explain to your husband how you feel. Set a time when he'll be off...
- Take a deep breath...slowly release it...awww that feels better.Repeat often!!! I know being a SAHM can be tuff at times. I notice when I focus on the negative it only...
- you don't need to go back to work, it is normal for men not to do chores (not appreciated, but normal), and you need to express your concerns about the money. We live ...
Getting 4-Year-old to Help Clean up Her Mess
Asked by C.S. from Portland
on November 12, 2007
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I need some suggestions on getting my daughter to help pick up her bedroom. We will clean it together and she will help (a little bit) but within hours, she takes EVE...
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- since this is an ongoing problem for you maybe downsizing your daughters toys would be a great idea. about 2-3 times a year i go through my kids' toys and get rid of a...
- Hi there C., My 3 1/2 year old daughter is the same way. No matter what she is doing she has to take every single thing out and then doesn't help put anything away....
- I agree with K S that your daughter could be reacting to the new baby even tho this seems like the same behavior as before you were pregnant. And to your assessment t...
Chores for 7 Year Old
Asked by S.S. from Philadelphia
on February 26, 2009
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I have a 7 1/2 year old with AD/HD. I currently have him scrape his plate and put it in the sink after eating, clean up toys/room. I don't really trust him to handle...
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- I also have a 7 1/2 year old with ADHD. He's the most willing helper in the world, not so great with execution or staying on task, but the things I have found he can d...
- My son isn't there yet, but I started clearing the table and washing dishes at 6. My dad built me a little stool so I could get to the sink. Only you know whether he...
- dusting, sweeping, making beds, helping to take out the trash, washing windows, etc.
My 5 Yr Old Will Not Clean His Room or Pick up Messes
Asked by J.F. from Tulsa
on November 8, 2008
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I need help!! I am at my witts end. My son is 5 yrs old and he is one of the most stubborn kids I have ever encountered. He just messes ALL DAY LONG! and will not clea...
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- Personally, I would tell the kid(s) that whatever you find out of place or on the floor at the end of the day or by a certain time (say 5pm) then it is going into the ...
- Good Morning, J.. So sorry to hear about your situation! Not only with the 5 year old, but also with all of the other males in your home! I can definitely sympathize w...
- I also have a very headstrong daughter and this is what worked with her....Giving her choices. Many times children feel like they have no contorl over their lives, mom...
Mom of 4 Going Crazy
Asked by S.B. from Amarillo
on April 11, 2007
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I have 4 children that are completly defiant. There are 3 girls and 1 boy,the girls are 9,8,and 4 and the boy is 16. I am having alot of trouble getting the girls to...
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- Revoke all privelages and clean out their room.. I had to with mine and they listen a lot better.. Just tell them they have a half an hour to clean and if they dont do...
- Hey, first i wanna say kudos to you for raising four children that is awesome. Have you tried setting a time limit when you tell them to clean thier rooms and then wh...
- S., I have a few suggestions. I am sure nothing I will say is new but sometimes it helps to be reminded how much we really know. My first question would be what d...
