Sunday, March 14, 2010

Plastic Surgery for Teen Girls: Is it right for your daughter?

Nips, tucks, and lifts have become commonplace in our society among adults, and in particular, women. Women spend an estimated $300 million on cosmetic surgery each year in the United States. Yet, a desire to find the fountain of youth has led some women to extremes and others to invest in cosmetic surgery procedures for [...]

The Do’s and Dont’s of Bathing with Daddy

September 2, 2009 by Elizabeth Donovan, M. A.  
Filed under Development

When is your daughter too old to bathe with daddy?

Research says Girl Scouts can help girls nutritionally & physically.

The Girls Scouts of America has always been a wonderful, supportive environment for girls of all generations to participate, learn, and grow. I was a Girl Scout and my 6 year old daughter is now a Daisy Scout. But along with the camping trips, song-singing, and friendships come additional benefits. According to a recent [...]

ProActive Parenting™ Seminar Giveaway, Value $149!

May 3, 2009 by Elizabeth Donovan, M. A.  
Filed under Giveaway Goodies

As a mom of three little girls, I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and stressed to-the-max. Even with my psychological training, nothing quite prepares you for parenthood and we all have days when the slightest mishap can make us feel like the world will come crashing down around us.
Understandably, when parents feel [...]

Bullying the Bully

Behold the bully. That obnoxious kid in your daughter’s preschool, elementary, or middle school class who decides to pick on your child, or someone else’s simply because he can. I know all about bullies. As a child, I’ve seen the psychological destruction they can reek on children. One of my best friends in 6th grade [...]