Summer Fun At The Tender Nest

Why not consider the summer program at The Tender Nest?  It is a great alternative for children of “all ages”.  It’s not summer camp but captures much of the same experiences for your child.  And, it’s a lot more affordable! Outdoor fun is...

Helping The Bed-Wetter

According to Dr. Bill Sears, about 15% of five- year- olds still wet their beds, and boys outnumber girls four to one. The following is a step by step approach that is used in Dr. Sears pediatric practice that may offer help in controlling or ending this difficult...

“A Day In The Life” – Of A Day Care Child

“Woke up, fell out of bed, dragged a comb across my head.  Found my way downstairs and had a cup” – Yep, The Beatles said it all.  I know, they were not talking about a parent with a child in day care BUT, they could have been.  The experience is not...

How To Alleviate A Sibling Rivalry – Part II

How do you stop the fighting between or among siblings?  Constant bickering and yelling can take its toll on the entire household making the environment more stressful.  Parents are eager to put an end to the disagreements as soon as possible and the following...

How To Alleviate a Sibling Rivalry – Part I

The 2010 United States Census indicated that the number of people living under one roof has started to grow.  Adult children who had previously moved out of their parents’ homes are moving back just to make ends meet.  This cohabitation could lead to some...

Happy Mother’s Day – 2012

The most important assignment a mom has is to nurture her children.  A nurturing mom goes beyond the “maintenance person” in a child’s life.  She doesn’t just keep a child clean, fed, warm and dry.  She helps her children develop fully by...