From playground friendships to classroom conflicts, explore the social side of childhood. Share advice on fostering healthy relationships, resolving disputes, and encouraging social growth.
- by systemOriginally published at: Breaking the Ice: Strategies for Kids to Make New Friends at Any Age – Mamapedia™ Parents should balance creating opportunities for friendships with giving their children space to navigate social situations on their own as long as safety is not an issue. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by systemOriginally published at: How Creativity and Friendships Go Hand-in-Hand for Your Child – Mamapedia™ Creative children often stand out because of their ability to think outside the box. They’re not just good at solving problems—they make social situations more engaging. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by systemOriginally published at: Understanding Fear of Negative Evaluation in Adolescent Friendships – Mamapedia™ Research consistently highlights the importance of friendships during adolescence for fostering emotional support, building social skills, and promoting a sense of belonging. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by systemFrom playground friendships to classroom conflicts, explore the social side of childhood. Share advice on fostering healthy relationships, resolving disputes, and encouraging social growth. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Nervy_GirlAn earlier question got me to wondering about the myriad ways in which my son has what he would call friends. Some friends are heart-friends, those he has connection with in some way and adores. They might play differently, have different interest or stuff in common- there’s just that sweetness and cameraderie to their relationship. […]
- by RosehawkThe other day I posted about “Amy” and her mistreatment of my daughter. Both girls are 6 years old. Well, Amy’s dad called my husband and wanted to talk to him last night. I guess Amy has now lost all recess priveledges for the rest of the school year (Mid-June), and her dad is pissed. […]
- by Tracy_A1My sister & I are close. Our boys are almost exactly the same age (3 1/2). This past weekend my nephew was very aggressive with my son 3 times. I only saw 1, my husband saw the other 2. All 4 parents & both kids were together visiting the pets. Out of the blue, my […]
- by MarineMMy 13 year old daughter asked the permission to go to the movies with a group of friends including some boys from her class. It's a new thing. Until now, she has been always with only-girl group. We are not sure that's appropriate, and since she asked at the last minutes so we said no. […]
- by HulagirlHas anyone encountered an overbearing mother in classes with your child? How did you handle it? What do you do with a mom that corrects other children in the class, when it has nothing to do with her own child? She makes rude comments to other moms in the class, whom are my friends,they walk […]
- by colleenfisher75I wrote and Illustrated a children's picture book title The One and Only Bernadette P. McMullen, published by Ferne Press. This book promotes appreciating who you are, as well as accepting others. It will be in bookstores at the end of the month or you can go to my website colleenmurrayfisherbooks.com to purchase an autographed […]
- by shortywo67My son has been having trouble with this boy in his class from the first day of school. From how their friendship was explained is that they try to be good friends, but when they get together its a firework of excitment/energy. He comes home daily and complains about what this boy does to him, […]
- by tlportoMy 2 1/2 yr old goes to bed around 8pm every night. Since we started potty trianing he has been getting up at 5:45/6am and not going back to sleep. He does have to use the potty at that time but will not go back to sleep if I don't go back to sleep with […]
- by Cheryl_S1I know at this age (21 months) it's parallel play for the most part and I don't expect my son to play one on one all the time with another child. My concern is when we go to play dates he doesn't play. He will play for awhile but then something happens – another child […]
- by Laurie_CMy 5th grade daughter and her neighbor friend fight constantly it seems. They are very competitive with each other. They have the same circle of friends so it's hard to "ignore" each other. They used to say they were best friends but they've been pulling away from each other. It just creates an awkward situation […]
- by isaacsmommieMy son is in the 4th grade. I am Jewish so he goes to Hebrew School on Sundays and will be Bar Mitzvahed. Myself and the 3 other Jewish mothers in the school, try to go and educate all of the kids on our holidays and celebrations, have fun, play dreidel etc. Recently, there are […]
- by scott_katysellHello all you wonderful mama's out there. About a year ago you all gave me some great advice & comfort that my 3 year old imaginary friends were normal and fun! We have had fun with them for the last year or maybe too. Last August she started pre-school once she started she kind of […]
- by Heather_D8Hi, I'll try to make this as uncomplicated as possible 🙂 My daughter (age 4) and her brother (almost 6) stay with a friend (who has sons of her own) the two days/week my DH & I both work. The 4 year old boy, who is also in my daughter's preschool class, is where we […]
- by kristi.ortizHi Moms, My 12 yr. old DD just had a friend spend the night and maybe I'm just being overbearing but thought I'd ask anyway. We wake up this morning and a red bull can is on the floor in the living room (broughtby firend b/c we don't have red bull), there are papermade cop […]
- by cc_CMy child makes herself feel bad because she envies all her friends. This one has more money, toys, gets along better with people. etc. My daughter is a great person but she cant see it in herself. I want her to stop comparing herself to others , it makes her miserable! Does anyone know if […]
- by joanna_mccormickMy 37 year old brother has been dating a woman for about 8 months. She has 2 children from a previous marriage. Up til now my brother has been perpetually single and a large part of my children's lives. He is Godfather to my 11 year old son and they have a very special relationship. […]