Dr. Bob: I am worried that my 16-month-old grandson is behind in his development. He has barely started walking and falls frequently. Plus, he only says a few words. What should we do? Answer: It is appropriate for you to be concerned as we want our children to be on target and assessed if they…
Guns – let’s do something
It is time for all of us to pledge to make the changes needed.
Getting proper sleep for children and thumb-sucking – November 24, 2023
Dr. Bob: I can’t get my two children on a regular sleep schedule. My three-year-old wants to stay up until her 10-year-old brother goes to bed. I know that they each have different sleep requirements. How do I set the schedules and get things settled down at night? Answer: Your question has several aspects so…
Vulnerability Makes Us Strong
At first blush, the trait of vulnerability would appear to be a moral failing or weakness. I would argue to the contrary.
Dealing with a sassy 4-year-old – November 17, 2023
Dr. Bob: My 4-year-old son seems to have picked up some of his older brother’s stubbornness. He has even found it funny to use words he knows that we do not approve of. I know that I shouldn’t threaten to wash his mouth out but am at wit’s end. Please help! Answer: Your problem is…
Civil rights struggles and 2020 election denials
Children learn from adults and if they learn that wanton disregard for the rule of law and that not being empathetic toward others are acceptable behaviors, we have failed.