Newsletter Archive 2009

January 2009
Feature Article: Reclaim Couple Time
Positive Parenting Tip: Fun Ways to Connect With Your Child
Upcoming Classes
A Good Read: “Confessions of a Slacker Mom”
Free Time: Watch Home Movies

 February 2009
Feature Article: When Parents Disagree
Positive Parenting Tip: Use the 8 Ball!
Upcoming Classes
A Good Read: “Bringing Up Boys”
Free Time: Create a Digital Scavenger Hun

March 2009
Feature Article: What’s Up With Your 8-11-Year-Old?
Positive Parenting Tip: Apologizing for Outbursts
Upcoming Classes: “How to Maneuver the Turbulent Waters of Peri-Adolescence with Your 8-11-Year-Old”
A Good Read: “Ten Talks Parents Must Have”
Free Time: King or Queen for a Day

April 2009
Feature Article: “Are You an Empathetic Parent?”
Positive Parenting Tip: The Beauty Myth
Upcoming Classes: “Cyber Safety for Your Child”
A Good Read: “Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees”
Free Time: Geocaching

May 2009
Feature Article: “Save Money with Your Kids”
Positive Parenting Tip: The 5-Minute Rule
Upcoming Classes: “Internet Safety for Your Child”
A Good Read: “To Catch a Predator: Protecting Your Kids From Online Enemies Already in Your Home”
Free Time: Plant Some Vegetables

June/July 2009
Feature Article: “Surprising Secrets to a Successful Summer”
Money Saving Tip: Put it Off
Upcoming Classes: A New Parenting Talk Show on www.voiceamerica.com
A Good Read: “A Nation of Wimps”
Free Time: The Gift of Time

August 2009
Feature Article: How to Pick Your Battles
Parenting Tip: Online Safety Website
Upcoming Classes: Plan Now for School Success
A New Parenting Talk Show on www.voiceamerica.com 
A Good Read: “I’m Three Years Old”
Free Time: Water Fun

September 2009
Feature Article: What’s Up with Mommy Guilt?
Parenting Tip: Fun Back to School Products
Upcoming Classes: Homework Success
“Real Parents. Real Solutions.” on www.voiceamerica.com 
A Good Read: “Stepfamily 101: 7 Classic Pitfalls to Avoid”

October 2009
Feature Article: Disciplining Other People’s Children: What’s a Parent to Do?
Parenting Tip: Organize for Ease
Upcoming Classes: Create a Discipline Plan that Works
“Real Parents. Real Solutions.” on www.voiceamerica.com 
A Good Read: “Mommy Guilt: Learn to Worry Less, Focus on What Matters Most, and Raise Happier Kids”

November 2009
Feature Article: 5 Scary Trends Parents Must Face
Parenting Tip: The Awesome Kid Coupon Book
Upcoming Classes: “Homework Success” Teleclass Nov. 19
“Real Parents. Real Solutions.” on www.voiceamerica.com 
A Good Read: Children’s Book Reviews

December 2009
Feature Article: Homemade Gifts for the Holidays
Parenting Tip: Making it a Game
Upcoming Classes: FREE! “The 7 Worst Mistakes that Parents Make (And How to Avoid Them!)
“Real Parents. Real Solutions.” on www.voiceamerica.com
A Good Read: Best Children’s Books of 2009