Wits End Parenting

How Many Kids Will I Have Quiz

So, you’re thinking about starting a family one day—how exciting! Thinking about and imagining your future is certainly a fun way to pass the time, but is there a way to know how big your family will be one day? Whil...

15 Ways to Help Your Busy Mother Out around the House

Does your mom seem super busy all the time? Your mom works hard to keep your home running for you and your family. You can show her how much you appreciate her by helping out with chores around the house. Not only will i...

How to

Be Respectful of Your Parents

Sometimes it may seem like your parents don’t understand, and that can lead to a negative relationship with them. Despite that, it is important to remain respectful toward your parents. If you want to show your parents...

How to

Stop Your Child From Masturbating in Public

Masturbation is very common among children. While masturbation is widely considered a natural and harmless way for children to explore their latent sexuality, excessive and/or inappropriate masturbation may cause signifi...

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Respect Your Elders

Have you ever wanted to bond with someone older than you, but you aren’t quite sure where to start? Even though you’re from different generations, you can still connect with your elders by giving them the respect the...

11 Tips for Keeping Your Newborn Awake During the Day

Newborns can be exhausting for a number of reasons, and chief among them is their erratic sleep patterns. It seems like infants are intent on waking you up and keeping you up, and never at the right time–daytime. Whil...

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Make Your Parents Proud of You

It is always nice to feel great when you know you’ve done something that makes your parents swell up with pride. If you want to make your parents proud, there are a few things you can work on, like trying to always be ...

How to Ground Your Child in a Healthy, Effective Way

Encourage self-reflection & curb bad behavior with our helpful advice“You’re grounded!”—most parents heard this at least once during their own childhoods, and many of them see grounding as a valid way to addres...

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Help Around the House

Your parents do a lot of work around the house to keep things clean, and to try and provide for you. If you want to pay them back, at least a little, make the effort to help out with chores around the house. Help your pa...

How to

Be a Good Mother

The definition of a good mother varies depending on who you ask. However, most people agree that the most important thing is to love your children and make sure they feel loved. There aren’t any set rules for how to be...

How to

Punish a Child

While punishment is only one part of instilling discipline in a growing child, it's an important part. Knowing how to punish a misbehaving child effectively is crucial for raising a mature, productive adult. A child who ...

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Get Your Parents to Be Nicer to You

There are few things more frustrating than your parents being mean, harsh, or acting like they just don’t get you. Unfortunately, you can’t control how your parents act. But you can choose how you react to them, and ...

Handling Teen Boy Behavior as a Parent

The teenage years can be tough for boys—and frankly, for their parents—but your days don't have to be filled with attitude and anger. We'll help you work through even the toughest times with more kindness, patience, ...

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Encourage a Child to Participate in an Activity

Participating in a new or challenging activity can be intimidating for children of all ages. While you may be able to clearly see the long and short term benefits, it may take them a bit of time to build confidence and f...

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Be a Great Auntie

Becoming an auntie to a child, whether by blood or by choice, is an exciting experience. As an aunt, you are involved in your niece or nephew’s life, engaging them, loving them, and acting as a role model for them. Whi...

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Ask Your Parents if You Can Play a Game

Sometimes it can be difficult to talk your parents, especially when you have to ask their permission for something. If your parents make you ask for permission to play a game, then you have to be very smart about how you...

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Make a Chore Chart

A chore chart is an excellent way to keep track of your daily responsibilities and maintain a well-kept home. An orderly home will make your guests feel more comfortable, your possessions last longer, and the overall atm...

How to

Understand Teen Boys

Boys go through a number of changes during their teenage years, which can make them behave in unusual ways. Whether you're a parent or a teen yourself, you may want to better understand teenage boys. Educate yourself abo...

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Be Fair

Fairness is a subjective concept meaning a just or appropriate action. Being fair is seen as a difficult and exceptional quality in leaders and in relationships as well. Although the world may not be seen in black and wh...

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Teach Your Child to Chew with Their Mouth Closed

A pleasant family dining experience can quickly be ruined by the smacking sounds of a child chewing with their mouth open. Most parents have to address this issue sooner or later, so it pays to be prepared and have a pla...