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Maryanne Law Sunde

Dad should work on controlling himself first

QUESTION: Is there any help for a dad with a “short-fuse” with the kids at the end of the day?   ANSWER: Kirk Martin’s CD ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 15, 2015 7:05 pm

Maryanne Law Sunde

Remembering parenting strategies

QUESTION: Is there any easy way to remember effective parenting strategies? ANSWER: Several of the most effective parenting strategies can be linked to these numbers: ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, July 25, 2015 7:01 pm

Maryanne Law Sunde

Teaching the risks of speeding to teen

QUESTION: What does my teen driver need to understand about the consequences of speeding? ANSWER: National highway traffic research shows motorists of all ages believe ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, July 12, 2015 7:01 am

FEATURE SPOT -- COLUMN

Divorcing parents must abide by own list of dos and don’ts

QUESTION: Are there specific things that divorcing parents need “to do and not do” in the best interests of their children? ANSWER: We are taught ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Monday, July 6, 2015 8:20 am

Columnists

Positive role-models important for children

QUESTION: What’s the best way to influence children? ANSWER: Without a doubt it’s role-modeling. Have you heard the saying “The apple doesn’t fall far from ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, June 28, 2015 1:34 pm

Maryanne Law Sunde

Great men in our lives aren’t always fathers

QUESTION: It’s the month for being thankful for fathers, but what if my children don’t have a good relationship with their father? ANSWER: It’s true; ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, June 20, 2015 5:14 pm

Maryanne Law Sunde

Use routine to bring calm to kids

QUESTION: Summer is here. How do I calm the chaos that is already happening in my home? ANSWER: Summer tends to be a “special event” ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, June 13, 2015 4:59 pm

Columnists

Being left alone boils down to maturity

QUESTION: At what age is it acceptable to allow my child to stay home alone? ANSWER: The decision about children being in charge of their ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, June 7, 2015 11:21 am

Maryanne Law Sunde

Teach children the art of showing respect

QUESTION: I do not want my children to grow up being demanding.  How do I teach respectful asking? ANSWER: Some children try to get what ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, May 30, 2015 5:09 pm

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Find ways to keep children occupied in public settings

QUESTION: Is there anything useful to do when someone else’s child is being distracting at a public event? ANSWER: If you are in a one-time, ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, May 24, 2015 7:50 am

Guest Columns

Children need ‘hug’ for safety from seatbelt

QUESTION: What do the words “wave” and “hug” have to do with safe driving? ANSWER: An “enforcement wave” is when additional law enforcement officers are ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Monday, May 18, 2015 9:47 am

Maryanne Law Sunde

Get children involved to increase confidence

QUESTION: What do I need to remember to be raising confident children? ANSWER: Confident children know they are liked, believe they are capable and know ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, May 10, 2015 8:01 am

Maryanne Law Sunde

Realize the dangers of texting and driving

QUESTION:  How do we get drivers of all ages to stop minimizing the danger of texting and driving? ANSWER: Law Enforcement and Safe Roads Community Coalitions ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, April 19, 2015 7:01 am

Maryanne Law Sunde

Listen when children talk about dreams

QUESTION: My children, who are typical kids, are talking about their nightmares.  Is there something useful to say to them? ANSWER: Tragic experiences can cause frightening, repetitive ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, April 12, 2015 7:31 am

Maryanne Law Sunde

Set the important boundaries

QUESTION: What is the most important thing to know when setting boundaries for children? ANSWER: First, set boundaries about things that are important to you ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, March 28, 2015 5:15 pm

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