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Strengthening youth-parent relationships through mentoring
Published on March 23, 2012
Mentored youth show improved relationships with parents. -
Having a budget is one thing -- sticking to it is another
Published on March 22, 2012
The lure of instant gratification can make sticking to a budget a real challenge. But a few simple suggestions can help you and your family successfully keep within a budget. -
Michigan item pricing law may have changed but your consumer rights did not
Published on March 22, 2012
Law regulating how retailers display the price they are charging for an item has changed, but if a consumer is overcharged for an item they are entitled to the difference between the amount charged plus the amount displayed and a "bonus" refund. -
Why toddlers bite and what parents and caregivers can do to stop it
Published on March 22, 2012
Learn 10 reasons toddlers may bite and explore some options for how to stop the behaviour. -
Parents can help children make and keep friends with emotion and social coaching
Published on March 21, 2012
Using these modeling techniques, parents and caregivers can help children improve their social and emotional skills and behaviors -
Early signs of autism can help determine if intervention is needed
Published on March 21, 2012
These seven early signs of autism can help parents determine whether or not to pursue early interventions that may improve an autism outlook. -
National challenge offers youth an opportunity to learn about personal finance
Published on March 14, 2012
The National Financial Capability Challenge is designed to illustrate the relevance of financial topics to students, as well as to assess their learning. -
Parents' actions can help children build self-confidence, even shortly after birth
Published on March 7, 2012
There are many things parents and caregivers can do to help establish a child's confidence during the early stages of life. -
Family decision making tips
Published on March 6, 2012
Follow these tips to avoid causing unproductive family decisions. -
Having a baby can mean adding a $10,158 bundle of joy to the family
Published on March 5, 2012
It is important to know the financial commitments of having a baby so that you can prepare, make good financial choices and save money.