Libra (September 23 - October 22)
You are fair and honest with your children. You will also demonstrate to them the importance of fostering positive social connections. Time out: In your efforts to provide full disclosure, you may burden yourself and sometimes your kids with too much responsibility.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)
Your children are intrigued and fascinated by your varied and intense interests. Your passion for life provides them with a steady compass for finding direction in theirs. Time out: Your love may be so consuming that you aren't mindful to express those feelings for your children with words.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)
You want to give your children nothing less than the world, and you want to stimulate their minds as much as possible. You might also love to travel with your children. Time out: If your children don't love the open road as much as you do, you can't bully them into having growth opportunities.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)
You can inspire your children to reach great heights in school and their careers. You strongly believe in achievement, and your practical and dutiful advice is a cornerstone for your children's successes. Time out: You might not see that your child's failures might be an emotional cry for support, not laziness.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Your children can enjoy the idea of an extended family, with your friends and their kids acting like surrogate uncles and cousins. Also, your many intellectual concerns are motivational for your children. Time out: Your kids may sometimes feel lost in your network of associates, friends and relatives. Be sure to make them feel special and distinct as much as you can.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20)
Your children can safely discover with you the power and beauty of creating their own special world. You may find you're more indulgent of their unique quirks and interests than other parents. Time out: You may sometimes be too indulgent. Be sure to keep one foot in reality.

About the Author
Samuel Reynolds has been a practicing astrologer for over 14 years. He is the co-creator of the Zodiac Lounge, a roving renewal center featuring body workers and psychics in New York City, and The Astrology Career Institute, a new center for training professional astrologers.