Have you ever wondered what it is like to parent a gifted child?

Have you ever wondered what it is like to parent a gifted child? Or maybe you have one and are not sure how to handle it. In any case parenting a gifted child can be a challenge. If your child has an IQ over 136, he or she is considered gifted in the United States, but what does it mean?

Essentially it means your child is very intelligent or skilled in one or more areas that were assessed in an IQ test. But knowing that your child is gifted does at first not help you much. Did you know that gifted children actually can be at risk students for failing a grade? Yes, you have read right. Often time’s gifted students get bored in the class that they are in or do not feel properly challenged and therefore loose interest in classes, learning and tests.

In many newer studies, psychologists and educators actually demand the states and government to pay as much attention to gifted children as they pay to special needs children. A special needs and education act guarantees every diagnosed child education till their 21st birthday with equal chances as their other peers. There are programs and special arrangements for special needs children, but there is almost nothing in funding for gifted children.

Gifted children need special lessons adapted to their fast paced or different paced learning style and also need stimulating, interesting content. Most public schools do not offer anything extra to gifted students they just inform the parents that their children are gifted in some or more of the tested areas.

Often times it is even challenging for parents to keep up with their children. Finding activities for a curious highly gifted child that appeal to him or her and additionally challenge the child can be difficult. For example, buying a game or material can be difficult. Using the age guidelines given on the packaging generally does not help. Gifted children do not fall into the age bracket mentioned on the packaging of many games and educational materials. Often time’s gifted children are ahead cognitively and therefore would be bored with games their same-age peers like. So how can you find activities and maybe even help in raising and parenting a gifted child?

Should you have access to the Internet, you will be able to find lots of information and help for raising a gifted child. Many families with gifted children that have not the financial support to send their children to special private schools have started up informational sites on the Internet and in many cities these parents also form a community for their children.

Another place to find help and information on gifted children, parenting and activities is your local library. Many books address the issues of parenting gifted children while other books offer stimulating games, educational and extracurricular activity ideas that are geared especially towards gifted children.

Dont forget the basic oldfashioned  tasks chores and activitis such as cooking gardening basic drawing…all children love to do these especially if you are there alongside them to watch and encourage.

When parenting a gifted child, there is one thing that all parents should keep in mind. Gifted children are different from their peers in the same age group. Therefore having them fit in might just not work. Of course you want your kid to fit in, have friends and be as normal as possible, but when you force this point, your child might do nothing but try to fit in and then not learn new things in school or worse, start to hate school. Find a middle way between having your child fit in at any price and showing your child to be confident about him/her and the skills that the child possesses.

You should make sure to give your child challenging activities, but try not to overwhelm and over-schedule. A child should always have fun. Fun makes learning easy for anybody and is just as necessary for a gifted child as it is for a regular or special needs child.

Be proud of your child for the accomplishments, make a point to acknowledge even small achievements as these are often more difficult for them than larger harder tasks….do not overdo the praise and do not use your child as an example for other children and parents.

Spend quality time with your child ..make bedtime special ..read to them or let them read to you ..any issues through the day are now ofer and quiet quality times shows the child love and nurturing

Wouldn’t it be nice if babies came with instruction books? That would definitly help towards stress free parenting. When they are babies, you need to learn what each little cry and whimper means. When they are toddlers, you struggling with potty training and the terrible twos.

Of course, do not even mention the teenage years! However, they don’t and most parents must “wing it” when it comes to raising a family. You many not know everything about raising a child and it is okay. You don’t have to—there are a lot of options out there for you and if you cannot rely on your own parents for parenting advice, then taking a parenting class might just be the key.

Something that many parents don't realize is that they don't have to know how to do it all on their own. Parenting classes are often the best ways that you can learn how to be a better parent, and there is nothing wrong with going to one or two of them. No matter how well you think that you can raise your children, you want to be sure that you are hearing other opinions. Raising children is hard, and therefore a parenting class might just be the one thing that you are looking for.

There are lots of reasons that you might want to make sure that you are able to take a parenting class. First of all, you never know what kind of tips and suggestions you are going to get at one. It might be that there are some theories you might have never thought of. With all of the problems that parents have nowadays, and with all of the problems that come up with children, you want to be sure that you have all of the help and all of the suggestions that you can so that you can be sure you are raising your children the right way. It is hard to raise children. That is why parenting classes can help you!

The other thing that a parenting class can offer you is support. The other people who are taking the class will be able to help you by offering suggestions or simply by listening. Sometimes it is much better when you can talk about things and have someone who knows what it is like listen to you and answer you. These are all things that this type of class can offer you. It is ok to need help when you are a parent. In fact, many times people who fail to get help wish that they would have later on.

Remember that when you are raising a child, you have the most important job in the world. You want to be sure that you are able to do this job well, and if you don't know something or don't know how to deal with something, it is often going to be in your best interest to make sure that you are able to get help. Getting help is something that is very important because this will allow you to know that you are doing things to the best of your ability.

If you find that you need some added help when it comes to parenting skills, you should never be afraid to get it. Get help if you need it, or even if you aren't sure whether you can use it or not. The more that you will be able to get help, the better you will feel about your parenting style. Your kids will thank you and you will find that you are a more confident parent in the long run.

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Sibling rivalry can be a cause for worry in some parents.

However, it is a problem that can be corrected. Part of preventing sibling rivalry involves understanding why it occurs in the first place.   A combination of different changes can result in jealousy and competitiveness among brothers and sisters.  

On of the most common causes of sibling rivalry is the loss of attention that an only child receives when a new brother and sister is born. Another cause of competitiveness between brothers and sisters is the feeling that he or she is not the favored child-that one or both parents’ love one of the children more than the others.

Often siblings will try to become the favored child by competing for their parent’s attention in some way. This could happen in two ways-by good deeds committed or by bad deeds committed.  A child who does good most of the time will receive attention from his parents, and so will a child that does “bad” things most of the time.

The reason a “good” child chooses to always strive for positive approval is because those children may only feel loved when a parent notices something good he or she has done.  

The “bad” child does “bad” things for a similar reason, to receive the love and attention from a parent that often accompanies discipline. (Negative attention to this child often seems better than no attention at all, which is often the reason why certain children will act out.) 

Another aspect of sibling rivalry is for one child to find a way to get the other child in trouble. This may be accomplished when a jealous child decides to “tattle” on the other in the event that other child has done something that is considered wrong in one or both of the parent’s eyes.  Some children will even make up lies about a brother or sister, especially if the favored child who can “do no wrong” in a parents eyes will believe the lies told.  This is true in a case when parents do not discipline fairly in a household.  Sibling rivalry can be seen as a negative aspect of growing up, or it can be seen as a positive aspect of growing up. Some view it as the first step towards two children learning how to resolve conflict.

Parents can step in and help siblings learn how to “fight fairly”.  At a certain age, it is recommended to not intervene in every single little “battle” that your children may have.  It is important to let them learn to work out conflicts on their own. If you allow them to develop healthy conflict-resolution styles chances are they will develop mature friendships and relationships when they are older. 

On the other hand, you do not want to allow your children to abuse one another by hitting one another or calling names. However, you want to encourage them to learn how to get along and to forgive one another when hurt has been caused.

 One thing you can do as a parent to decrease the likelihood that your children will hate one another is to love them for who they are as individuals. Although you cannot always treat each child the same, you can try to be as fair as possible when enforcing rules, applying discipline, and allowing certain freedoms.  Also, it is important that you as a parent avoid comparing one child to another. For instance, it is best to not make statements to your children such as “why can’t you be more like your sister (or brother)?”  In the long run this can damage a child’s self-esteem.  Do your best to encourage all of your children to develop into the unique beings that they are. 

Be generous with you praise and love to all of them.

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Shattering Common Pregnancy Myths…

You see, as a health and fitness expert, my passion is teaching women what's true and false when it comes to having a healthy pregnancy. (There's so much misinformation being spread out there, it really frustrates me.)

And, the FIRST thing I want you to know is you don't have to take months (or years) to get back into your pre-pregnancy shape after having your baby. I know some people say it takes at least 9 months, but that is just not true!The truth is, you CAN have a happy and healthy baby while getting back into shape quickly and easily–sometimes in as little as 37 days. Not only that, you can actually improve your health… and your shape… during your pregnancy.But that pregnancy myth is just the tip of the iceberg.

Many women are completely confused when it comes to pregnancy and health. The lies they've been told make me so frustrated I can hardly stand it.These good women don't know what foods, supplements, beauty products, and exercises are safe, or dangerous, during each trimester. And they don't know the simple tricks you can use to…Prevent Some of Pregnancy's Most Unpleasant Side Effects  - Like Acne, Varicose Veins, Saggy Breasts, Stretch Marks, Excess Fat, And Cellulite.And many don't know the secrets to increasing the chance of having a healthy baby—which is the most important thing of all.

What makes me even more frustrated is knowing that there are thousands of pregnant women I'll never get to share this important information with. After all, I can't share everything they need to know in one newspaper article, or during a television segment. And there are only so many hours in the day for one-on-one coaching. So when I became pregnant, I decided to document exactly what I did, and what I learned (with photos, audio, video, and in writing), so I could create a System that would help thousands of moms-to-be from all over the world get a Slim Mom body and a happy and healthy baby!

When my results were announced during a segment on Fox News television… and women saw real proof that they could have a healthy baby while getting back into pre-pregnancy shape (or better)… just 37 days after giving birth… my phone started ringing off the hook. Women everywhere wanted personal coaching, but with a new baby, I just didn't have the time.

Fortunately, I discovered an easy way I could share this information… to find out more ….and  "Discover How You Can Get Back into Your Pre-Pregnancy Shape (or Better) just 37 Days After Your Healthy Baby is Born!" click on to www.bestbabycareebooks.com  

Baby Safety Strategies – these are numerous

Here is just one safety tip for you

• Before  baby's bath, have all bath supplies, clothes and towels already assembled, and keep a phone close by.

• Never leave the room for any reason while giving your baby a bath.

• The first few baths you give baby will be challenging, but they will get easier! So enjoy them and take your time 

• Make sure your room is warm and draft-free.
  

• Make sure your hot water heater is set lower than 120 degrees. Always test bathwater temperature on the inside of your wrist.

• Newborns don’t need to be bathed every day every three days or so is sufficient.

• If a boy until the circumcision is healed and the umbilical cord falls off, newborns should be given only sponge baths.

• If the cord gets wet by mistake, dab rubbing alcohol on it after the bath.

• For newborn babies, use a towel in the bottom of the sink or tub so he or she doesn't slip

For lots more tips and strategies download our eBook “BABY SAFETY” or go to http://www.bestbabycareebooks.com/pregnancy-baby/babysafety/

You have been waiting 9 months for this arrival  

For some of you the nine months wait has been a “LONG” time. You may have just given up work  - or you may have not kept the best health  - any worries you had prior usually disappear the moment you set eyes on the new baby.

Finally you get to meet your new baby. But like many new parents, you might not have a clear idea of what that meeting will be like.

What will your baby look like

Although you may have visions of a robust bouncing baby, reality may not match that image. Many newborns are tiny, wet creatures when they first emerge. Often their heads are slightly pointed as a result of passing through the birth canal. This is only temporary — the head will take on a rounded appearance within a few days. It may surprise you that a newborn's head is so big compared with the rest of the body.

Your baby also may look scrunched up since the legs and arms have been kept bent at the knees and elbows while in the womb. After months of growing in ever-tightening close quarters, this is perfectly normal. The limbs will straighten out as your baby grows.Look at your baby's tiny fingers and toes. You'll notice the paper-thin — and sometimes long — nails.Your baby's skin may have one of several possible appearances, looking somewhat red, pink, or purple at first.

Some babies are born with a white coating called vernix caseosa, which protects their skin from the constant exposure to amniotic fluid in the womb. The vernix is washed off with the baby's first bath. Other babies are born very wrinkled. And some, especially premature babies, have a soft, furry appearance because of lanugo, a fine hair that develops while in the womb. Lanugo usually comes off after a week or two. 

Rashes and blotches, or tiny white spots also are common on newborns. These generally clear up over the first few days or weeks after birth. The doctor will examine your baby within the first 12–24 hours of birth and make sure that any rashes or spots are normal.Remember, your baby's appearance will change dramatically over the next weeks as he or she grows. The limbs will extend, the skin tone will probably change, and the blotches will disappear.

 From the moment you hold your precious new baby your life is about to change  – check out our ebook  below for hints and tips to Survive those first 12 months. Go to http://www.bestbabycareebooks.com/pregnancy-baby/newmother/ and download

We have 10 tips to help the baby sleep at night – here is just one of them 

1. You should remember your goal at night time, which is for your baby to sleep.

You can't force your baby to actually sleep. Your role as a parent is to help create an environment for the baby that induces relaxation so that sleep can overtake the baby naturally.

WHAT CAUSES COLIC IN BABIES  

It is understood that approximately 10 and 15 per cent of all babies get colic. It is somewhat unknown precisely what triggers the condition. There are several theories, but even doctors aren't agreed on a single cause or even on a course of treatment. The most popular theory is that the child’s intestines are working too hard, which causes them to get a sort of cramp.

However, some doctors believe that colic arises because the child's bowel movements may be too slow, so that air in the bowel makes the intestines expand, causing the pain. Others believe that colic has something to do with eating too fast, eating too much, or swallowing too much air without burping.

There is also a theory that there is a link between colic and whether or not the mother drinks cows' milk.  I am sure all mothers have their own theory as well.

Theories are great but when a child has been crying for hours on end all a mother wants is relief for their child and some sleep for themselves

How do I know if my child has colic?

These are several signs.

• Colic can start within two to four weeks after birth and may last for up to three months.
• Baby cries loudly, often for two to three hours and can't be comforted.
• Baby often cries at roughly the same time and usually once or twice a day.
• Bowel pains.
• Baby clenches his fists, pulls his feet up under his body
• Some babies' have severe tummy rumbles and they produce a lot of wind.

It is important to remember that colic might not be the only cause of your child's discomfort. If your baby cries loudly all the time and cannot be comforted, you should first consult a doctor before deciding he or she has colic.  

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