All parents struggle with some of the things their boys do. While there is no magic formula that will work in all situations, it is helpful to understand the kinds of issues that impact a boy’s behavior. If you understand these issues and know what to expect at different developmental stages, your reactions will...
A healthy, nurturing relationship with your son is built through countless interactions over the course of time. It requires a lot of energy and work, but the rewards are well worth it. When it comes to parenting, there are few absolutes (one, of course, being that every son needs to be loved) and there...
Almost every parent of a toddler has experienced the frustration of dealing with a child throwing a floor-thumping, hair-pulling temper tantrum. Even though this can be embarrassing and challenging for parents, this is normal behavior for most young children. Why do they do it? Toddlers are not yet able to use words to express...
1) Teach healthy eating. Provide three nutritious meals supplemented with two to three healthy snacks daily. Feed toddlers at the same time as other family members and allow them to grow into feeding themselves. Offer children nutritious foods and let them decide how much to eat. Avoid foods and drinks that are high in...
Stature for age and weight for age boys 2-20 years old (pdf)
The Art of Manliness