May 24, 2018
Teaching Children Responsibility “Naturally”
It can be difficult to see your children struggle. However, it’s important to allow children to experience the consequences of their actions. Enabling kids to solve problems on their own…
September 15, 2017
The Importance of One-on-One Time with Your Kids
Make your kids feel valued and loved by spending one-on-one time with them. Here are some ideas to get you started. As a young adult, some of my favorite memories…
August 23, 2017
Safe Babysitting Tips for Summer and Fall
Help prepare your older children to be responsible babysitters with these tips and ideas. Is your son or daughter interested in babysitting? It’s important to help youth understand that watching…
May 10, 2017
Graduation: Creating a Roadmap for Your Future
You’ve walked in your cap and gown, now what? Whether you are a recent graduate or parent of a graduate, here are some tips to help you or your child…
April 28, 2017
10 Tips for Surviving Grocery Shopping with Kids
Grocery shopping with children can be stressful, but with a little planning and preparation, it can be a great experience for you as a parent and for your children. Sometimes…
March 8, 2017
Bully Proof Your Kids with Strong Self- Esteem
There is something you can do to help protect your children from bullying: help them to strengthen their self-esteem. No one wants to have their children bullied, yet one…
July 29, 2016
Parenting: How to Turn Your Word from Garbage into Gold
In this week’s Family Friday, learn all about how enforceable statements can help raise responsible children! As parents, how often do you find yourself saying phrases like “hurry up,” “sit…
April 24, 2015
9 Quick Tips for Parenting in the Age of Technology
We live in a world of technology. While technology can be a wonderful tool, it is easy for kids to get overloaded with screen time. Here are some quick tips…
March 3, 2015
Bully Proofing Your Child
Author – Carolyn Washburn, Extension Professor One of parents’ biggest fears is having their child be bullied. Although bullying is a major issue in today’s society, all parents have the…
November 7, 2014
Helpful Tips to Help Children Make Wise Choices
By Naomi Brower & Kyle Barth (WSU Intern) Parenting can be very difficult at times, especially when children make decisions that parents disagree with. If a child makes an unwise…