b5media.com

Advertise with us

Enjoying this blog? Check out the rest of the Health & Wellness Channel Subscribe to this Feed

Kids Health Notes

Kids Health Notes give-away: The Only Hearts Club dolls

by Grace on May 6th, 2008

onlyhearts-club-doll-01 One of the best gifts that a parents can give is the gift of acceptance. No matter what, the loving parent is there to receive the child for who she is and not just what she can do, or failed to do. Or how she looked.

And in a world like today, where the pressure to look pretty and thin can suck the life out of a young girl, how her parent (and especially her mom) looks at her makes a big difference in her self-esteem. To have our girls  know and believe that it’s fine to be themselves, and really, we love them no matter what. 

My next give-away is perfect for both Mom and her girls - The Only Hearts Club dolls.

club_dolls_petsThese dolls help promote a healthy self-esteem in young girls, by sending them the message to “Listen to your heart, and do the right thing.”

Each doll is “born” with her own, unique identity, likes and dislikes, and group of friends.  They were created to show girls that no matter what they like in life, it’s okay to be yourself. These are the same messages that moms tell her girls all the time, and now maybe she’ll have a little more help.

So from one mom to another, I’m giving away one Only Hearts Club doll each to 15 (fifteen) winners!

How to join?

  • In the comments, share how you encourage your child(ren) to have a more positive self-image.
  • Additional entry will be given to those who link this contest post on their site!
  • Eligibility - one entry per person per email daily (so you get more entries if you come back tomorrow).
  • It’s open to US residents only. If you have a blog, do post your URL as well, as I love to visit my readers’ sites and catch a conversation.

The contest ends 12:00 midnight EST May 10, 2008 in time for Mother’s day. Fifteen winners will be randomly chosen. I will post the winners before 12mn of May 11, 2008.

(I have 4 other contests for Mother’s Day. Check them out, and join, HERE)

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Share This

Related Stories

POSTED IN: Children's Health, Contests, Polls and Giveaways, Family and Home, Healthy Development, Healthy Habits, Healthy parenting, Motherhood and Parenting

160 opinions for Kids Health Notes give-away: The Only Hearts Club dolls

  • Kayce C.
    May 6, 2008 at 3:26 am

    I encourage children by appreciating them.

  • Nora Scott-Platt
    May 6, 2008 at 4:58 am

    I give them positive feedback for the things they do to boost up their self esteem and tell them I love them and hug them every day.

  • Cindy Jolly
    May 6, 2008 at 6:00 am

    Toys are great they keep kids away from T.V.

  • Rosalie Lavertue
    May 6, 2008 at 6:46 am

    I alway praise them when they do good, i teach them not to judge others, and doing the best they can is alway the greastest

  • Tracey Byram
    May 6, 2008 at 6:58 am

    I always say thank you, good job, way to go, anything that will make them feel good about themselves.

  • HOPE TEICH
    May 6, 2008 at 7:05 am

    LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN

  • Marilyn Wons
    May 6, 2008 at 7:16 am

    I never put them down - I give them encouragement. I am always there to listen to their questions and problems.

  • Elizabeth M.
    May 6, 2008 at 7:16 am

    I like to give them choices and let them decide. I’ll give two options and either one is fine with me so they get to decide and they feel so proud of themselves.

  • Hope Wilbanks
    May 6, 2008 at 7:37 am

    This is something I think about a lot. I try my best to instill self-value in my daughter all the time. She wears glasses. I heard another child her age tell her last month that she’s prettier without her glasses on. I was furious, to be honest. So when we got home, I had a long talk with her and reinforced that she is beautiful, just as she is, no matter what she wears or how she looks on the outside. She’s beautiful because she’s beautiful on the INSIDE. It’s tough for little girls these days.

  • julie
    May 6, 2008 at 7:54 am

    I have purchased these dolls for my daughter…I’ve always taught her that just being yourself is what matters..we don’t buy magazines that give an unrealistic body image.

  • jennifer bowen
    May 6, 2008 at 8:54 am

    wow shes realy pretty i would love to try to win her thanks

  • Jennifer C
    May 6, 2008 at 9:30 am

    I’ve taught her that everyone has strengths and weaknesses that is what makes us unique. She may not be the fastest runner in her class but she is a very good artist. If everyone was the same the world would be pretty boring.

  • Anna Ladd
    May 6, 2008 at 12:56 pm

    be a great win

  • charline s
    May 6, 2008 at 1:04 pm

    I tell my kids I am proud of them. Show them I love them by being there for them. And of course lots of hugs and kisses.

  • alemos
    May 6, 2008 at 1:19 pm

    I have always told my kids that they are perfect just the way they are because that’s the way God made them. They have gifts that only they are blessed with and it’s their job to discover what those gifts are and to polish them and use them to His glory.

  • Angie Bradley
    May 6, 2008 at 2:22 pm

    Kids can be cruel at school. When someone calls my girls ugly (and they’re not by far!) it really hurts them. I just show them their recent photos and how lovely they really are.

  • Margaret Smith
    May 6, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    First, I try to show by example. Than when I see them doing good, I praise them and encourage them. Thanks for this giveaway.

  • Jennifer M.
    May 6, 2008 at 3:06 pm

    My daughter is Chinese, but we are Caucasian. We seek out Asian role models for her, and find children’s shows, books, etc. with positive characters who look like her. We avoid bland blond princesses at all costs.

  • Michelle Rosborough
    May 6, 2008 at 4:31 pm

    Not to worry about what others say about them. Just do what right/best for them.

  • Alicia
    May 6, 2008 at 4:33 pm

    I collect dolls.

  • Sierra
    May 6, 2008 at 4:37 pm

    I have my daughter enrolled in an all-inclusive dance class. In that class are girls of every size, shape, color and religion! She learns that ALL girls are beautiful.

  • meg
    May 6, 2008 at 5:02 pm

    Even though it is hard sometimes I try to let my children do things for themselves instead of doing it for them. I think this gives them a sense of pride and ability.

  • Betsy
    May 6, 2008 at 5:39 pm

    We install the Word of God into our children and the fact that God loves them and ultimately died for them. It that way we must also treat others the same and that life is precious!

  • becky h
    May 6, 2008 at 5:44 pm

    I always encourage my daughter to put her self in others shoes

  • Angela J
    May 6, 2008 at 7:42 pm

    I let them know repeatedly beauty is only skin deep. There are more important things in life.

  • Beverly M
    May 6, 2008 at 7:47 pm

    I tell my kids I am proud of them

  • Christine E.
    May 6, 2008 at 8:27 pm

    Each night I tell my kids how grateful I am that they are my children and that I am the luckiest mommy in the world.

  • ANNA FRANKS
    May 6, 2008 at 9:36 pm

    I ENCOURAGE MY CHILDREN TO HELP OTHERS. WHEN YOU HELP OTHERS IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD ABOUT YOURSELF

  • R Hicks
    May 6, 2008 at 10:28 pm

    TAKE THEM ON VACATION IN A 3RD WORLD COUNTRY

  • Cindi
    May 6, 2008 at 10:52 pm

    Hi, Such a needed ideal! So many young girls that I know through my sons have low self-esteem! I think going on a mission trip would help these girls because I know it has helped my cousin’s daughter. Please enter me in your fantastic contest ( I have a niece who is bi-racial and could use one of these dolls ). Thanks for the chance…..Cindi

  • JOAN KAAIHUE
    May 6, 2008 at 11:15 pm

    With girls it’s hard to do especially when they are teenagers. I raised three girls and have two grand daughters now who are teenagers. All of them had a point a low self esteem but I believe all girls do at that age with their hormones racing. I just kept reinforcing their positive image by pointing out their qualities. If you point out their flaws to often such as weight, grades or whatever, they will come to the conclusion they deserve to have a low self esteem because they don’t have positive reinforcement enough. Constantly give them positive feedback.

  • Marilyn Wons
    May 7, 2008 at 3:27 am

    I let them do things on their own that are safe. They know I am always there for assistance if needed.

  • Cathie
    May 7, 2008 at 4:48 am

    I try and teach them by example and letting them come with me when I volunteer at the soup kitchen and/or a nursing home……I like to show them that they are very important, that they each have talents and I’m very proud of them and that no matter what I always will love them. “I hate you” is not an acceptable phrase in our home…..I may not like what they are doing , or how they are acting , but i always love them no matter what

  • djp
    May 7, 2008 at 5:48 am

    got to give them some space to experiment safely

  • Adrienne Gordon
    May 7, 2008 at 6:06 am

    We have ncouraged them to follow their dreams, even though we know some will prove to be unrealisitic, we never tell them it is impossible.

  • Valerie Furr
    May 7, 2008 at 7:33 am

    Never put your children down always lift them up.

  • Jodi
    May 7, 2008 at 8:01 am

    Oh, we love these dolls!
    One thing I make an effort to do is explain to my kids that I exercise and eat healthy foods because I want to be strong and healthy (not to get rid of the belly fat that won’t go away after 3 pregnancies). I make sure I don’t complain about my body in front of them. We also make sure not to critique others’ looks, but to talk about what makes them nice or interesting people. And we don’t watch commercials.

  • Margaret Smith
    May 7, 2008 at 8:13 am

    I encourage them to treat others the way that they would like to be treated.

  • Mama Zen
    May 7, 2008 at 9:12 am

    I make sure to praise the kind things that she does!

  • Vicky Boackle
    May 7, 2008 at 9:18 am

    i really listen to what they have to say and ask their opinion on things.i let them know they are important.

  • ANNA FRANKS
    May 7, 2008 at 9:36 am

    THEY MAY NOT FEEL NUMBER 1 BUT I LET THEM KNOW THEY WILL ALWAYS BE NUMBER 1 WITH ME. MY LOVE FOR THEM IS FOREVER.

  • Susan Chester
    May 7, 2008 at 9:50 am

    I show my grandaughter that girls and women can do anything. We read books and watch movies that show women as strong role models. Who knows she may grow up with a woman as president. Those are lovely dolls by the way!

  • Joan Kaaihue
    May 7, 2008 at 11:20 am

    When they are speaking to you pay attention to every word. Drop what you are doing, sit down with them and look them in the eye when listening. Kids like to feel you are paying attention to them and will make them feel more important.

  • Jennifer M.
    May 7, 2008 at 11:22 am

    We make sure our Asian daughter has plenty of exposure to Asian role models–both in entertainment and in her personal life.

  • Christine E.
    May 7, 2008 at 11:28 am

    I listen to my kids stories and tell them how much I enjoy listening to them.

  • jan koontz
    May 7, 2008 at 11:37 am

    just to cool

  • Deanne S
    May 7, 2008 at 11:46 am

    I tell my son a bed time story with Him as the main character and me as the luckiest mom in the world for having the best boy in the whole world. I talk about all the great things he’s done that day and how happy I am that God gave the best boy to me. He loves it!

  • Monique Rizzo
    May 7, 2008 at 1:22 pm

    I tell my daughter she can be anything she wants to as long as she doesnt give up. I encourage and praise her daily.

  • Kari Follett
    May 7, 2008 at 1:51 pm

    I always let her make her own decisions regarding her style of clothing, hair, food (she’s 12 and a vegetarian)

  • Holly
    May 7, 2008 at 1:55 pm

    We try to compliment when it is due. Sometimes you can spend too much time correcting errors etc.

  • Susan
    May 7, 2008 at 2:06 pm

    I compliment my kids.

  • P Hafner
    May 7, 2008 at 2:11 pm

    I listen to what they say and encourage their interests and passions. We try to create a strong family unit because knowing that you have your family behind you can really encourage and strenthen a child. I have 4 kids and it’s amazing to me how different each of them are.

  • lorene
    May 7, 2008 at 2:37 pm

    we always try to not only praise both of my daughters for looking good but for also being kind, helpful, smart etc

  • Vicki Koch
    May 7, 2008 at 3:04 pm

    No kids of my own, but my idea. Parents should encourage their children to befriend the kids that are getting picked on by the other kids. Will make a life changing difference to all involved.

  • Paula Harmon
    May 7, 2008 at 4:15 pm

    I’ve told my daughter that its whats on the inside that counts and she knows thats true, her best friend since first grade is a severly handicapped girl. They are like peas in a pod. They love dolls.

  • Angela J
    May 7, 2008 at 4:25 pm

    Always say postive things to them, don’t criticize, don’t belittle them.

  • JoAnn Zimmerman
    May 7, 2008 at 4:43 pm

    I taught my daughters that they are responsible for their own happiness, that others can’t make them happy

  • Soha Molina
    May 7, 2008 at 5:03 pm

    I talk to her and point out her accopmlishemnts and ask her to remember them at all times.

  • Denise B.
    May 7, 2008 at 5:53 pm

    I don’t have to encourage it. I just have to exhibit it in myself, and they will pick it up naturally.

  • Elizabeth M.
    May 7, 2008 at 6:27 pm

    I really listen to them when they talk. I get down at their level and look them in the eye and listen. The dishes, cleaning, etc. can wait. I want them to know that I think what they have to say is important.

  • Meredith Peters
    May 7, 2008 at 7:50 pm

    Praise instances of compassion for others!

  • Amanda Perron
    May 7, 2008 at 8:58 pm

    I tell them that as long as you have fun it doesn’t matter if you win or lose!!!

  • Crystal F
    May 7, 2008 at 9:10 pm

    I’m constantly telling my girls how pretty they are and how much we love them. I didn’t hear any of this as a child and had very low self esteem as a child.

  • lace
    May 7, 2008 at 9:55 pm

    These dolls are so great. I love that they are kids and not adult dolls (Barbie) that they are playing with.

    I listen when they talk and make sure they feel that what they have to say is just as important as what I have to say.

  • grams
    May 7, 2008 at 10:27 pm

    These are great dolls, I have purchased them before as a birthday gift for a friends daughter. My granddaughter would love them, she will be 4 in June. We encourage her and praise her and let her know how much we love her.

  • Julie J Donahue
    May 7, 2008 at 10:30 pm

    While I do tell my daughter she is beautiful, I also compliment her for her character traits like kindness, love, and compassion.

  • lace
    May 7, 2008 at 10:33 pm

    I’ve posted about the giveaway here:

    http://me-lace.blogspot.com/2008/05/dolls-i-wouldnt-mind-my-niece-playing.html

  • lace
    May 7, 2008 at 10:34 pm

    (not sure if it posted or not. trying again)

    I’ve blogged about the giveway here:

    http://me-lace.blogspot.com/2008/05/dolls-i-wouldnt-mind-my-niece-playing.html

  • connie s.
    May 8, 2008 at 1:17 am

    My niece would love this doll!!!

  • Marilyn Wons
    May 8, 2008 at 3:33 am

    I believe by listening and always being there is a big factor. Also going to church and having the children play with others there is a fine way to give them self esteem.

  • Cheryl English
    May 8, 2008 at 3:58 am

    I have always told my kids not to judge a book by it’s cover. I told them that each individual has beauty within one’s self. I have always had my arms open to those who need a hug and understanding. My kids are following in my footsteps, and I couldn’t be prouder. Happy Mother’s Day to all.

  • Elizabeth M.
    May 8, 2008 at 5:50 am

    I really listen to what they have to say.

  • Loretta Quiroga
    May 8, 2008 at 7:52 am

    We have long talks and I listen.

  • Carliss Williams
    May 8, 2008 at 7:53 am

    Such a nice prize hope I win .

  • Valerie Furr
    May 8, 2008 at 8:30 am

    Keep calm with your children when talking to them no matter what the situation.

  • ANNA FRANKS
    May 8, 2008 at 9:21 am

    TEACH CHILDREN TO RESPECT OTHERS. WHEN THEY SHOW RESPECT THEY GET RESPECT

  • Nanette Olson
    May 8, 2008 at 9:45 am

    I encourage them to develop their natural talents.

  • Susan Chester
    May 8, 2008 at 10:43 am

    I think helping children work through their fears, such as fear of insects, or being afraid of the dark helps their self image.

  • Soha Molina
    May 8, 2008 at 11:06 am

    I point out her accoplsihments and show her how she is capable of doing anything.

  • Jennifer M.
    May 8, 2008 at 11:27 am

    We make sure our daughter doesn’t buy into the media ideal of blond, skinny, big breasts, as the only form of beauty.

  • Christine E.
    May 8, 2008 at 11:35 am

    I share special days out one on one with each of my kids.

  • Kirsten
    May 8, 2008 at 12:34 pm

    I let my girls know that it is important to try their best at everything. You won’t always BE the best but you will have tried and that is what is important. And I am their with hugs when the world knocks you down. Having girls I have seen their esteem take a beating time and again from other girls. We keep a sense of humor.

  • Joan
    May 8, 2008 at 12:37 pm

    Just by constantly reinforcing your children and making them feel special should help.

  • Beverly M
    May 8, 2008 at 12:58 pm

    i say i love you

  • Danielle
    May 8, 2008 at 2:38 pm

    I encourage them to their own person, there are day I would just love to send my daughter back up to change her clothes, nothing matches. But she feels beautiful, you can see it in her face. I tell her how cute she looks & off to school we go.

    mcginnisfamily5(at)gmail(dot)com

  • Anthony Hedden
    May 8, 2008 at 2:42 pm

    enter me

  • Michele
    May 8, 2008 at 2:44 pm

    We try to never use the words ‘good’ and ‘bad.’ And with a girl, we try to talk about being strong, brave and clever - not just about appearance.

  • Amanda Perron
    May 8, 2008 at 5:37 pm

    I try to let my children know that it is okay to make mistakes and they should come to me for .help when they are in trouble

  • Vicki Wurgler
    May 8, 2008 at 6:36 pm

    I tell my children how much I love them and teach them to be kind and polite to others

  • Crystal F
    May 8, 2008 at 8:12 pm

    I just let them know that they are very loved. I tell them no matter what they do or say they are always going to be our baby’s.

  • Alicia
    May 8, 2008 at 9:27 pm

    Dolls rule.

  • Angela J
    May 8, 2008 at 9:34 pm

    Always give them a pat on the back when they accomplish something.

  • Kelly Ann T.
    May 8, 2008 at 10:59 pm

    We do volunteer work to help others, this always give their self esteem a boost (mine too).

  • traci
    May 8, 2008 at 11:37 pm

    I have a daughter and 2 nieces and avoiding the Barbie/celebrity doll craze can be a real issue. These are what we need to make THE toy for the summer in our girls playgroups and circles.

  • Belinda Abel
    May 8, 2008 at 11:47 pm

    She’s only 16 months old, but she already likes to pick out her own clothes in the morning and I always tell her she looks just beautiful, (even when she’s toddling around the house in the most bizarre combination . . .) She gives me a very smug look when I compliment her, as if to say “I KNOW I look good mom!” - and that just tickles me

  • Marilyn Wons
    May 9, 2008 at 3:16 am

    They know I am always there for them because I listen, hear and give them the best advice I can. I never put them down for a mistake.

  • Veronica Garrett
    May 9, 2008 at 7:42 am

    Give praise all the time even for small accomplishments.

  • Valerie Furr
    May 9, 2008 at 7:47 am

    Always be there for your kids and always talk to them in a loving way its important and they will always love you and care even when they are all grown up.

  • Margaret Smith
    May 9, 2008 at 9:27 am

    We try to teach our children by setting a good example. Thanks for this giveaway.

  • ANNA FRANKS
    May 9, 2008 at 9:31 am

    TERE IS NEVER TOO MANY TIMES A DAY YOU CAN TELL YOUR CHILDRE YOU LOVE THEM. THIS IS THE BEST PEP UP PILL THEY CAN TAKE

  • Rebecca Snodgrass
    May 9, 2008 at 9:32 am

    lots of enouragement and praising them daily

  • Pamela White
    May 9, 2008 at 9:51 am

    very cute dolls with a positive message.

  • Susan Smith
    May 9, 2008 at 10:19 am

    I tell my kids I’m proud of them.

  • Jennifer C
    May 9, 2008 at 10:47 am

    Whenever they are down about something they don’t do as well as others I point out the things they do very well, and things they are better at than me.

  • Susan Chester
    May 9, 2008 at 11:14 am

    I think it is important to buy them games and puzzles in the appropriate age group, they should be challenging, but not so challenging, that the kids are set up to fail.

  • Shana Stanton
    May 9, 2008 at 12:41 pm

    Tell them what a good job they have done when they are helping you, even if its not up to your expectations.

  • Melissa Resnick
    May 9, 2008 at 12:51 pm

    with the love of riding horses

  • Soha Molina
    May 9, 2008 at 12:54 pm

    I point out her accomplishments and tell her to keep them in mind always.

  • Angela J
    May 9, 2008 at 1:52 pm

    Like in the old song, “Accentuate the positive.”

  • Izzie
    May 9, 2008 at 2:03 pm

    My daughter is not allowed to say, “I can’t do that.” Instead, she must say, “I need help.”

  • Joan
    May 9, 2008 at 2:32 pm

    Compliment them, stand by their decisions even if you might not agree and don’t worry so much about what they are wearing.

  • Amanda Dickerson
    May 9, 2008 at 3:30 pm

    I think the worst thing about growing up with 5 sisters was always being compared to one or the other. I know my mom did not mean to do any harm but I always grew up feeling as if I was not quite good enough. I decided to do it completely different with my children so from the age of 1 I made a chart for each one of them. I would put a star for “made it” and a happy face for “good job in trying!” I taught them to only compare themselves with themselves and not anyone else as they are truly unique and each has their own strengths and weaknesses.

  • Paula S
    May 9, 2008 at 3:36 pm

    I praise them when they deserve and encourage them to learn from their mistakes when they don’t.

  • Paula Harmon
    May 9, 2008 at 4:56 pm

    I allow my daughter to wear comfortable clothes, not exactly “whats in”, just what she wants to. After all she is at school all day long. She should be comfortable. Lucky, her friends all feel the same way.

  • Marion Burgess
    May 9, 2008 at 6:19 pm

    I hug them often and tell them how much I love them.

  • Vicki Wurgler
    May 9, 2008 at 7:30 pm

    I tell my children how much I love them

  • Michelle Rosborough
    May 9, 2008 at 8:20 pm

    tell them how proud of them for doing the right thing

  • Karin
    May 9, 2008 at 9:11 pm

    show kindness to animals

  • Heather C
    May 9, 2008 at 10:08 pm

    When she complains that someone has put her down in some way, I get her to focus on her positive aspects…then mention that perhaps her critics are just plain jealous. :-)

  • sarah woods
    May 10, 2008 at 12:18 am

    Every night after prayers; and a Bible story we then are allowed to tell three things that helped each of us to become a better person by growing inside. many thanks and bet of luck to all who enter. SW

  • Joy Venters
    May 10, 2008 at 12:38 am

    praise works wonders

  • kiyana
    May 10, 2008 at 12:39 am

    I praise and encourage them when they give it theire all, even if they aren’t happy with the outcome.

  • Veronica Garrett
    May 10, 2008 at 1:13 am

    I encourage my daughter to have a more positive self-image by teaching her that is a special unique individual who has a purpose in life and family and friends who love her and want her to become what ever she dreams in life.

  • Marilyn Wons
    May 10, 2008 at 3:10 am

    I listen to there concerns never writing them off as trivial. I try to set a good example by being assertive in my everyday life. thank you

  • Alicia
    May 10, 2008 at 4:39 am

    Dolly Parton

  • Catherine copeland
    May 10, 2008 at 5:27 am

    I read books to my little girl that have strong females as the lead character. They don’t need a man to rescue them because they have the ability to succeed within them.

  • trudee carreiro
    May 10, 2008 at 7:03 am

    I give them positive feedback when they are wrong they do get punished when they do something good they do get praise

  • Wendy Sebastian
    May 10, 2008 at 7:31 am

    My beautiful 3 year old daughter Casey has Autism. A while back, I was shocked when I realized that although she does not communicate like other children, she still understands a good part of what I say. I immediately beefed up my positive reinforcements and said things like, “Great job!” or “You are doing GREAT!” all of the time. I also reinforce a positive self image by saying “Good looking!” when she makes eye contact or “Good talking!” when she speaks. I want to let her know she is important and that what she does is important to me. But MOST important is that I tell her “I love you”, because kids never get tired of hearing that and it can be the biggest boost of all.

  • ELSIE
    May 10, 2008 at 7:46 am

    As a tutor in a school system who works with children whose first language is not English, I always try to find at least one special fact about the child’s home country. Building on this raises the child’s self-worth, something that they struggle with while trying to build a new life in an unfamiliar place.

  • Valerie Furr
    May 10, 2008 at 8:56 am

    Never put your children down always lift them up no matter what the situation. They will always love you for it and never leave you when they
    get older.

  • Jennifer M.
    May 10, 2008 at 9:15 am

    We live in a very diverse neighborhood, by choice. We emphasize to our daughter to look at behavior and character rather than physical appearance.

  • Gina
    May 10, 2008 at 9:31 am

    I have two biracial daughters. We are always encouraging them to be themselves no matter what anyone else tells them, and that they are beautiful and smart and can accomplish anything they set their mind to and try.

  • Gina
    May 10, 2008 at 9:37 am

    Added a link to this contest on the other post I made about your other contest.

    http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2008/05/win-jenny-craig-30-minute-meals.html

  • ANNA FRANKS
    May 10, 2008 at 10:19 am

    CLOTHING YOU MAY NOT LIKE WHAT YOUR CHILD WEARS BUT REMEMBER YOUR PARENTS PROBABLY DIDNT LIKE YOUT STYLE WHEN YOU WERE YOUNG.REMEMBER AS LONG AS IT IS DESENT AND CLEAN ITS THEIR CHOOSE

  • Susan Chester
    May 10, 2008 at 11:03 am

    One way to build childrens self esteem is to surround them with aunts, uncles, and grandparents who truly appreciatle them just as they are.

  • Ann Lewin
    May 10, 2008 at 11:48 am

    SOUNDS LIKE THE BEST WAY TO MAKE A GIRL
    FEEL REALLY GOOD ABOUT HERSELF

  • Soha Molina
    May 10, 2008 at 11:56 am

    I point out her accomplishments.

  • Elizabeth M.
    May 10, 2008 at 12:48 pm

    Praising the positives makes them feel so good.

  • Candie L
    May 10, 2008 at 1:00 pm

    I discourage bullying and I make them think about how mean words would make them feel.

  • Joan
    May 10, 2008 at 2:24 pm

    Give them a sense of pride and satisfaction perhaps in baking cookies or mowing the grass.

  • Janet
    May 10, 2008 at 2:46 pm

    Make them feel loved!!

  • kathy pease
    May 10, 2008 at 3:43 pm

    constantly giving them compliments :)

  • Sylvia Belle
    May 10, 2008 at 3:45 pm

    The family adds so much into this equation.

  • Angela J
    May 10, 2008 at 4:19 pm

    Never belittle them, discipline fairly.

  • Louise Brouillette
    May 10, 2008 at 5:31 pm

    Good manners go a long way!

  • Pamela White
    May 10, 2008 at 5:32 pm

    We have a rule that says we all talk about our week on Sundays. This gives all of us a chance to get our schedules and special tasks set for the week.

  • Paula Harmon
    May 10, 2008 at 5:35 pm

    We take karate (actually its called tung so do) and they teach positive self image plus stranger awareness,

  • Donna Kozar
    May 10, 2008 at 6:25 pm

    I give them positive encouragement.

  • Kristi Blackstone
    May 10, 2008 at 7:17 pm

    Compliments and teaching them never to let someone convince you you’re worth less than you are.

  • Brenda Fitzsimmons
    May 10, 2008 at 7:22 pm

    One of the ways I encouraged my children was each year take one of their art proects each year and frame it. It told them how important I thought their work was.

  • Lisa Fosses
    May 10, 2008 at 7:37 pm

    I don’t label her, I try to be encouraging and supportive

  • DARIJAVAN
    May 10, 2008 at 9:47 pm

    If they do a good job, let them know

  • Linda Moore
    May 10, 2008 at 10:41 pm

    With all of the bombardment we get with unrealistically perfect looks and bodies on T.V. I teach my children to be comftorable with who they are, and to not lose sight of the beauty of the world within as opposed to the plastic world of the tube…

  • Rosanne Morrison
    May 10, 2008 at 10:52 pm

    Great idea. Our culture has done too much to sexualize children and give women the ideas that their looks are the only things that matter. Bravo to the woman who came up with this idea.

  • Veronica Garrett
    May 10, 2008 at 11:02 pm

    I encourage my daughter by telling her not to be afraid to try new things-that there is nothing she cannot do and if she does not succeed it was still worth the experience because she learned something.

  • Timothy Sternberg
    May 10, 2008 at 11:04 pm

    I encourage children by appreciating them.

  • Charlene Kuser
    May 10, 2008 at 11:27 pm

    I give my children choices and let them make
    some decisions on their own.This makes
    them feel good about themselves and
    helps them become independent

  • vanessa hunter
    May 10, 2008 at 11:44 pm

    My children are on the heavy side. This makes them the brunt of a lot of children’s jokes. I tell my children that they are beautiful and that they are special. I tell them that people come in all different sizes and shapes and to love the shape that they were given. They would be wonderful fat or skinny, so that’s why they should love themselves either way.

  • Lily Kwan
    May 11, 2008 at 6:39 am

    Give them positive feedback.

  • Timothy Sternberg
    May 16, 2008 at 12:48 pm

    These dolls are so great.

Have an opinion? Leave a comment: