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Show THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 6 Volume II, Issue VIII 15 April 2000 Parenting—are you a Helicopter, Drill Sergeant, or Consultant? By Janet Hoffmann family This week my husband and I attended a parenting class at Snowcrest Jr. “Parenting Logic.” with High entitled, Love and In the class, three types members, etc. Relation- ships are our greatest resource. After the parenting meeting I resolved to be a better parent but came home and did i1t wrong again, but at least I knew i1t was wrong. Now I can try to change, of parenting skills were discussed: Helicopter, Drill and work ent. Helicopter all over swoopingin to save their Sergeant who and hovers Consultant. parent over 1s the the then flies in to rescue when s/he 1s in The parent child and the child trouble. The Drill Sergeant 1s the one who tells the child what s/he should or shouldn’t do. The consultant parent consults the child and expresses feelings, but also lets the child express feelings and make their own choices when appropriate. The first two are what you shouldn’t be. I am guilty of both. The consulting parent 1s the one you are supposed to be. [’m this type only on rare occasions. What does that tell you about my parenting skills? But don’t laugh too hard because I know many of you are in the same boat. No one ever told us how to parent so we are all flying by the seat of our pants children love it. and our Take every opportunity to learn all you can about parenting and just being a good family member. Wouldn’t it be great if children were required to take a class called, “How to be a Great Chi1ld?” They would learn how to be obedient to their parents, how to be responsible 1n every way, how to speak kindly to all I on being see a better par- helicopter children—even the parents adult chil- dren. Some parents still support them financially. I believe that when your child 1s 18 you can help him/her only if they are responsible. Sounds weird? If they are responsible they won’t let you help that much anyway and they certainly won’t be taking advantage of you. On the other hand, sible, they if they aren’trespon- will take advantage of the situation. All in all, you are better off to just stay out of their business. If they run into a problem they will soon learn they are the ones who have to solve it-a great lesson for all of us to learn as soon as possible. Then any help you do give them becomes a gift, not an expectation. Stay tough and let your children learn how to be respon- sible instead of helping them to become 1irresponsible. Good Luck. Note: If you are interested in hearing more about Parenting with Love and Logic visit their web site @ www.loveandlogic.com front of the television, sitting back in your favorite Lazy-boy recliner when all of a sudden it hits. Your throat and chest are on fire, you feel that at any minute, some eXxtraterrestrial creature is going tocome ripping through your chest wall. You hope that at least you will be put out of your misery quickly. Is this a poor rendition of “Alien” or merely a case of indigestion? Indigestion or co-called “heartburn” 1s discomfort in the upper chest arising from the digestive tract, particularly the stomach and esophagus. Heart- \ READINESS PROGRAM Flexible Schedule 2-5 Days Per Week Morning or Afternoon Classes Full Day Care Available & More reduce heartburn hours before going to bed Stop or decrease tobacco use Elevate the head of your bed four to six inches Do not For minor clothing wear constrictive discomfort non- prescription liquid antacids may help. These medicines work by neutralizing stomach acid coating the esophagus. the instructions on the and Check bottle, be treated conservatively with medications. Surgery 1s rarely necessary. The following is a list of com- preparations fail to provide adequate relief, your physician may have additional recommendations regarding alternative over the counter medications or prescription options. See your physician if: Your symptoms become per- the heart. mon Usually symptoms symptoms that worse in the evening hours: Belching or the are can usually and slight night regur- gitation of stomach contents into the mouth resulting in an acid taste An uncomfortable and often heavy sensation in the chest Difficulty swallowing Mild abdominal pain Common causes of heartburn are: hiatal hernia (part of the stomach protruding 1into the i1ncreases up with into stress, smoking, obesity, alcohol, highly acidic diets, and with the use of some pain relieving medications. dosed preparations at one are tablespoon meals and/or at bedtime. usually after If these sistent You are taking antacids more than three times a week more Swallowing becomes difficult You regurgitate blood, notice blood in you stools or experience black tarry stools You experience any symptoms such as shortness of breath, sweating, jaw pain, arm pain, nausea or any pain that fails to beresolved Note: This information provided courtesy of Dr. Stephanie Patton, Eden. 3688 Phone 801-745-1449. Elkridge Trail, 801-745-1448, fax The Art of Books You don’t have to go to art o1l paint- Gammell, 1llustrator of Monster Mama, Old Henry, and Song and Dance Man, uses watercolor and other forms of artwork can be found 1n quality children’s literature. In our program we choose books not only for the stories books from the library and offer watercolors and chalk to your child. Create Gammell-like pic- galleries ing, Family Discounts can but artwork. Reasonable Rates You symptoms by following these guidelines: Avoid fatty, acidic, spicy and tomato based foods Decrease your consumption of caffeinated beverages Maintain a healthy weight Eat slowly and at least three burn is a symptom and not a disease and has nothing to do with Risk /PRESCHOOL LEARNING TIME pen to appreciate Watercolor, and 1ink, beautiful collage, and they tell, but also for their won- chalk to create splashes of color across the page. Check out these tures together. Early Start Phonics Reading Program derful artwork. Creative Learning Projects A trip to the library or bookstore offers the opportunity to compare the styles of different way expands a child’s horizons in many ways. But more than that, it’s plain family fun. have distinct artistic styles that even young children can learn to recognize with very little adult assistance. courtesy Pre-Math w/ Shapes & Numbers Self-Esteem Builders =CALL TODAY 745-5600= Now Introducing Sunshine Generation Dance & Singing Classes “Quality & Learning You Can Depend On” \_ You’re content, 1n stomach acid splashing the esophagus). Send payment with mailing address to: The Ogden Valley News PO BOX 130 EDEN UT 84310 KINDERGARTEN liter of Coke. (irritation of the esophagus from residents at $15.00 annually. 50% OFF of Registration - Call for Details [t’s 8:00 p.m. You’ve just finished your favorite meal of five chili cheese dogs with fries and a chest), ulcers, and reflux disease Subscriptions available for out of area [ Heartburn (Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease) A Trusted Name in Preschool & Childcare Serving Ogden Valley Families Since 1996 / 50% OFF of Registration - Call for Details 1llustrators. Eric Carle, Tomie do Paola, and Ezra Jack Keats all Children enjoy experimenting with the art materials used by illustrators they know. One of their favorite artists, Stephen Extending Note: literature Information of Child Care, rison, editors. Old and Fire is 1n this provided taken House from Family-Friendly Communications for Early Childhood Programs, published by the NAEYC. Deborah Diffly and Kathy Mor1996. |
