“I beheld a tree,” said Lehi, “whose fruit was desirable to make one happy. … And as I partook of the fruit thereof it filled my soul with exceedingly great joy” (1 Ne. 8:10, 12). Nephi shared the meaning of the tree: “It is the love of God, which sheddeth itself abroad in the hearts …
Babies are so lovable when they get a healthy amount of sleep. Sing traditional and new lullabies to your baby to calm them down for sleep. Feel like a better parent and love your baby more by singing to your baby before bedtime and at other quiet moments. Who My children loved it when I …
We learned this song in Baby Music and Me this morning. I want to share it with you. Little Jesus Here is a Christmas musical activity to do with a young child (age 0-6) while singing “Little Jesus.” This sweet Christmas lullaby was written by Marilyn Curtis White (words) and Mark Newell (music). #parenthood #kidmusic …
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There is a great need for parents, siblings, and teachers to protect our children and teens from pornography. This problem is affecting hundreds of thousands of boys and girls, and we’re not talking about it enough. While pornography kills love, love can kill porn. Children are less likely to view porn if they feel loved, …
Piano lessons refine a child, teach self discipline, and develop a life skill that enriches the home and community. Piano Lesson Tips for Parents: Own a piano, not an electric keyboard, where the keys are so easy to push down that they aren’t exercising, thus strengthening their fingers enough to be able to play a …
Building self-confidence in your child is essential. Here are some of my ideas: Promote social interactions (in a safe environment). Affirm their ability to do or make stuff (Summertime is a great time to do this!) Let them choose the movie, book, song. (Say “yes” as often as you can so that when you need …
Who is This? This is the very musical Clark, who I was pregnant with when I went through Kindermusik training. He is evidence, for me, that children in utero are alive, hear our world, and benefit from music exposure even before they are born. When he was a baby, he would listen to me sing …
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One of the questions I ask my clients a lot is, “What’s wrong with disagreeing?” Disagreeing is essential in Duncan and my relationship. It has reduced our arguing by miles and miles. For us, it is okay to agree to disagree. Natalie Clay says, “This relates to all sorts of different things: “I don’t want …
My mom and dad are Tony and Lorraine Alldredge. They have raised their eleven children very intentionally. “By their fruits you shall know them,” right? One measurement stick may include that, each of their kids have received at least one college degree/certificate, some have gone beyond a Bachelor’s degree. Out of the 22 of us …