Sometimes it is Okay to NOT Answer Your Child’s Question!

I recently received a distraught call: “My daughter wants to know if the Easter... 

Combating the Fairy Princess Syndrome

I am a single mother to a 3 ½ year old daughter. I try to be a good role model for... 

The Cursing Kid

Question: My 4-year old has just started cursing, so much so that the other parents have... 

Single Stepmom Carol Fronduto

Ask any child who they run to when they have a problem or need a comforting shoulder... 

Like Avis, Stepfamilies Have to Try Harder

I can’t think of a better time than Christmas to talk about stepfamilies. After... 

The Economic Blues and Children

There is no doubt: The economic downturn and a sluggish job market have taken a toll... 

Is Shouting Really the New Spanking?

Last week the New York Times ran an article: For Some Parents, Shouting is the New... 

Introducing a New Relationship to Your Kids

If you’re a single mom whether newly divorced, widowed or have been without... 

What Single Moms Need to Know About Sexting

Do you know what sexting is? If your child has a cell phone (or will have one at... 

Single Moms, Jealous Children

It’s all but too common that single moms will feel the need to push love away because... 

Ask Dr. Susan Bartell: My Child’s Acting Out!

 Question: My second child is nearly 4 years old and has been acting out in an aggressive... 

Single Moms: Try a Nature Staycation with Kids

Most of us single moms have childhood memories of special places outdoors where we... 

On Teaching Responsibility: Rewards and Incentives

Like many single moms, for the past year, I’ve been struggling with how to... 

Parenting Agreements: Why Newly Single Moms and Dads Should Have One

Shortly after I discovered I was pregnant with my daughter, my relationship with... 

A Teachable Moment: End of the Year Paper Purge

As the end of the school year approaches, artistic creations, book reports, poster... 

Mother’s Day Vs. Father’s Day

Mother’s Day comes in May, followed closely by Father’s Day. It’s... 

Focus on Single Foster Care Parenting

There is no better time than Mother’s Day to consider single foster care parenting.... 

How to Stop Your Child From Being Bullied

Dear Dr. Susan, My 8-year old daughter was crying after school today. She said that... 

7 Signs Your Child May Be a Bully

Dear Dr. Susan I received a call from school today that my son has been bullying... 

Au Pairs vs. Nannies vs. Day Cares

If you are in the processes of selecting child care for your children, I recommend...