A friend of mine just share this video with me which I think it is a must seen for all. It is simple yet it says so much. Enjoy
Showing posts with label Parenting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Parenting. Show all posts
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Parent's Wish
This is a beautiful video about a parent's wish. I cried when I saw this video and it reminded me to call my parents every now and then.
http://parentswish.com/site02/big.html
Being a mom, I can understand how hurt it is for all parents when your child is not there for you. To all my fellow blogger, please send this beautiful link to across.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Valentine Girl
Valentine's Day is about expressing love for your love one. This year I celebrated with two greatest person. The first will be my beloved hubby. For the past 4 years, he has been there for me through ups and downs. On Sat morning, I baked a love shape chocolate cake to show how much I love him.
Secondly is my precious Little Chloe. She has bring spark to my life with her funny character and cute little faces. To show my love for Little Chloe this Valentine’s Day.
- I hold her tightly when I read to her.
- I spend time playing with her.
- Whenever she is angry, I will hug her and kiss her on the cheek.
- Make sure she has a nutritious diet so that she can grow healthily.
- Get her a play date so that she foster positive relationship with friends.
- Always believe in her as she learns.
- Getting her to participate in my conversation with my hubby.
- Encourage her to do what she is interested to do.
- Always make sure she has a lot of fun as a toddler.
- "I love you, Baby Chloe"
Technorati Tags: Play Dates,Celebration
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Makes A Difference
I love this video! I am passing the blue ribbons to all... Without all the blogger's support, Activities@home won't exist. You guys have make a difference.
Technorati Tags: Motivation
Monday, December 22, 2008
Brainy Baby
Today I am going to present a very special gift to one of the great inventor.... 'TV' (The Vicious). He is the most notorious crook I ever know where he brain wash children's mind with whatever he screen from the black box. He allow the kids to get attached to him so that kids will not listen to mom when she is talking.
Mom, I want Bonnie Bear, I want Tillie Knock Knock, I want Bloop and Loop...
That is what Chloe will say whenever she saw TV. Today I decided to allow her to watch something different. Shapes and colour, from Brainy Baby... Hei, she doesn't have to watch TV for that right?
"Chloe why don't mommy play with you. We don't have to watch TV for shapes and colour. We can play with our blocks. Just you and me."
"NO! I want TV. I want to learn with TV! I WANT TV!"
"Don't you want to play with mommy? Or maybe we can visit Carrie (Chloe's play date) and play with her."
"NO! I don't want mommy. I don't want Carrie. I WANT TV!"
That is how 'The Vicious' impacted our lives.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
To change or just be yourself
As a parent, we always wanted to provide the best for our children. In the process we might unconsciously hurt mentally. In my previous post in parenting, I mentioned before in Playing Piano that we should not forcing our children to do something when they are not ready. Today I wanted to share a video clip about a peacock living in the Land of penguins. Enjoy
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Parenting
Chloe has started to be very rebellious. She likes to yell, say 'No!' to every questions that you ask, bang on the door and cry loudly in the mall. I tried very hard to keep my temper and sometimes wonder whether I am a good mother or not.
Are all parents facing the same problems? Spanking or not? Scolding or not? What is the best way to educate a toddler? For all parents out there, do feel free to share your parenting tips here.
Hopefully positive parenting will helps.
Oh yes, something meaningful that I would like to share with all.
Are all parents facing the same problems? Spanking or not? Scolding or not? What is the best way to educate a toddler? For all parents out there, do feel free to share your parenting tips here.
Hopefully positive parenting will helps.
Oh yes, something meaningful that I would like to share with all.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Kindermusik
Since Chloe loves music very much, I explores a few classes that teaches music for toddler until I found Kindermusik.
"Kindermusik is a music and movement program and each week, toddler and parents will play, listen and dance together to music that will impact you and your child in profound ways." Extract from kindermusik.com
I am not sure whether the class is as good as it sounds but since they provide free trial, no harm trying right? So yesterday, I went to their trial class with my hubby and Chloe. There are a few other babies and parents around. Chloe with very strong stranger anxiety just stick with me.
The instructor was very friendly trying to play around with Chloe but she refused and sat with me quietly. Surprisingly, I never saw her so quiet. Nevertheless once the music started, she started to swing her body. She loves the musical instrument that they have until she doesn't want to return it back.
Right now I am wondering whether I should enroll her to the class or not. What do you think?
http://www.kindermusik.com/
"Kindermusik is a music and movement program and each week, toddler and parents will play, listen and dance together to music that will impact you and your child in profound ways." Extract from kindermusik.com
I am not sure whether the class is as good as it sounds but since they provide free trial, no harm trying right? So yesterday, I went to their trial class with my hubby and Chloe. There are a few other babies and parents around. Chloe with very strong stranger anxiety just stick with me.
The instructor was very friendly trying to play around with Chloe but she refused and sat with me quietly. Surprisingly, I never saw her so quiet. Nevertheless once the music started, she started to swing her body. She loves the musical instrument that they have until she doesn't want to return it back.
Right now I am wondering whether I should enroll her to the class or not. What do you think?
http://www.kindermusik.com/
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Is my child happy?
OMG. This is the toughest question I had been asked as a mother. Thought out these years, I had tried to make sure that Chloe is healthy, organized activities that will stimulate her and loved her unconditionally.
Of course in the midst of educating her, sometimes I may be strict at her; for example not allowing her to go into the kitchen when I was cooking. I always tried to balance up work and family. I tend to spend more time playing with her when I am free. Nevertheless, is my child really happy?
'The best predictors of happiness are internal, not external' says Edward Hallowell, psychiatrist and author of The Childhood Roots of Adult Happiness.
This is a short note on how to raise a happy child
1) Learn to read the signs when something makes him happy or sad
Chloe will throw tantrums and become clingy whenever she is upset
2) Make room for fun
Play with them. Connect with them.
3) Help them develop their talents.
Ok, I must admit that I am not good in this. Chloe (a little girl) is very keen in cars. Everyday she will ask me to let her play with car and today, she just dismantled the wheel. I never like the idea of her playing with a boy's toy but I guess I need to let her do what she is best in.
4) Healthy bodies equal happy children.
Lots of sleep, exercise and healthy diet.
5) Let them struggle with problem.
This doesn't mean children shouldn't ask for help if they need it, but your role is to help them find a solution, not provide it for them. Learning to deal with life's inevitable frustrations and setbacks is critical to your child's future happiness.
If your child develops a sense of independence and confidence, it can lead to greater self esteem and happiness. One way to help your toddler develop these qualities is to have him practice playing alone for ten to 15 minutes several times a day.
6) Allow them to be sad or mad
It's simply part of life.
Of course in the midst of educating her, sometimes I may be strict at her; for example not allowing her to go into the kitchen when I was cooking. I always tried to balance up work and family. I tend to spend more time playing with her when I am free. Nevertheless, is my child really happy?
'The best predictors of happiness are internal, not external' says Edward Hallowell, psychiatrist and author of The Childhood Roots of Adult Happiness.
This is a short note on how to raise a happy child
1) Learn to read the signs when something makes him happy or sad
Chloe will throw tantrums and become clingy whenever she is upset
2) Make room for fun
Play with them. Connect with them.
3) Help them develop their talents.
Ok, I must admit that I am not good in this. Chloe (a little girl) is very keen in cars. Everyday she will ask me to let her play with car and today, she just dismantled the wheel. I never like the idea of her playing with a boy's toy but I guess I need to let her do what she is best in.
4) Healthy bodies equal happy children.
Lots of sleep, exercise and healthy diet.
5) Let them struggle with problem.
This doesn't mean children shouldn't ask for help if they need it, but your role is to help them find a solution, not provide it for them. Learning to deal with life's inevitable frustrations and setbacks is critical to your child's future happiness.
If your child develops a sense of independence and confidence, it can lead to greater self esteem and happiness. One way to help your toddler develop these qualities is to have him practice playing alone for ten to 15 minutes several times a day.
6) Allow them to be sad or mad
It's simply part of life.
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