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Peeking Over Your Child's Shoulder Could Save You US$3,000
The news item is more than a year old but the story of Patricia Santangelo still leaves many of those following her story quite impressed. No, Mrs. Santangelo is not a Nobel prize-winning genius by any means.Read more…Minimize Stress During the Teen Years
Teenagers are amazing creatures. They are little versions of us especially the closer they are to approaching adulthood. That simply means they emulate you from when they are infants, imitating your facial expressions through the teenage years, which mimicks some of your adult behaviors.Read more…Adoption - Still an Option for Teen Pregnancy
Although the decision to give up a child is always heart-wrenching, it can be a "win-win" solution to two painful problems. Adoption is a legal process that gives adoptive parents rights and aresponsibilities and the adoptive child social, legal and emotional rights as a family member.Putting a child up for adoption allows the child’s birth mother to continue with schooling or career, and she has a chance to create a stable home life before taking on the responsibility of motherhood.Read more…Protecting Kids Online
Careless Internet wandering, by adult or child, is dangerous. The news is full of stories about people who meet online and then have real life encounters with scary or deadly results. This is an extreme situation, most kids are cautious enough to know they should not meet with strangers.Read more…Television as a Force for Good
There has been much debate about the ill effects on children of television viewing. But there are several positive aspects too and we should keep these in mind when television bashing gets going in full swing. With the proper guidance, T.Read more…Kid's Internet Safety Tips
If your child is like most, they enjoy going online and chatting with friends; and sometimes even meeting new people. There is nothing wrong with this if your child is responsible, and they know the safety rules of chatting online. If you are concerned with your kids internet safety there a few things that you can do to help.Read more…Mastitis - Does It Mean I Have To Stop Breastfeeding?
Mastitis is a breast infection that can affect some breastfeeding Moms. According to Dr. Ruth Lawrence, author of Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession, mastitis is an "infectious process in the breast producing localized tenderness, redness, and heat, together with systemic reactions of fever, malaise, and sometimes nausea and vomiting.Read more…I Get By With Some Helpings From My Kids
I have never had a problem being first. As a kid, my last name began with "W" so I was almost always at the end of the line. This created an unnatural desire to move up, especially in buffet lines.Read more…7 Helpful Parenting Tips That Helps With The Challenges And Conflicts In A Parent-Child Relationship
If you think parenting one child drives you to the nearest Starbucks for a double espresso latte, try parenting two. See if you can relate to this article on parenting:The day my twin daughters were born was the proudest day of my life. I was a celebrity in the hospital while I recovered from my labor.Read more…Bright Kids with Learning Problems - When IQ and Achievement Don't Match Up
Author of the newly released, Parents’ Guide to IQ Testing and Gifted Education: All You Need to Know to Make the Right Decisions for Your Child.When some parents think of high-achieving or gifted students, what comes to mind is a child who shines in every aspect of life - one who can be expected to get straight A's in school, have tons of friends, and be a star in sports. The idea is, if you're smart, you're smart, and you should be able to apply your mind and talents to just about anything and do well.Read more…ADHD or Gifted - What Parents Should Know
Author of the newly released, Parents’ Guide to IQ Testing and Gifted Education: All You Need to Know to Make the Right Decisions for Your Child.If you have a bright, bouncy child and you (or a well-meaning teacher) suspect attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) … beware! Many experts believe that ADHD is often over-diagnosed or misdiagnosed.Read more…Law Office Moms
It can be the best of both worlds – a challenging, rewarding career and being a parent. Just look in any law office mom cubicle or office, and see the framed pictures proudly displayed. Those pictures bring a little bit of home to the office for moms.Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Appreciate Your Unique Baby
It's funny... you are breastfeeding your baby because it's the best choice for you and her, yet you are still getting criticism. If your baby is roly-poly and bouncy, people say you're "overfeeding".Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Get Cozy About Nursing In Public
You have a goal to breastfeed your baby for one year and are off to a great start. Congratulations! But now you want to leave the house?Read more…A Nursing Breast Is A Healthier Breast
In recent years we've learned a lot about how breastfeeding improves the health of babies. Formula feeding increases the risk of many types of diseases. Short term, formula fed babies are more likely to become ill with ear and respiratory infections and other illnesses.Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Find Your Tribe
Breastfeeding is not only best for baby and Mom's health. It's also fun, empowering and enjoyable if you approach it the right way. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages Moms to breastfeed their babies for at least one year or as long as mutually desired.Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Rally Family Support
One of the most important things you will ever do to have a happy Mothering and breastfeeding experience is to get your husband and your Mom (and Mom-In-Law) on your side.Make sure your husband understands why breastfeeding is so important to you. Relate facts in a casual way (leaving books or articles about breastfeeding in the bathroom works!Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Find Supportive Health Care Providers
I cannot overemphasize this tip: Find breastfeeding friendly health care providers if you want to breastfeed your baby for a year or longer.I had to "fire" my first Pediatrician because she was so ignorant of the importance of breastfeeding. If your Pediatrician is only giving lip service to "breast is best", then he is going to recommend formula at every sign of difficulty, when formula is very rarely needed.Read more…Breastfeeding Tip: Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome
There are several reasons why you, as a breastfeeding Mom, will want to avoid or limit artificial nipples. Avoid Triple Nipple Syndrome if you want to nurse your baby for that important first year (or longer!).Read more…22 Activities You Never Thought Of For Teens (Instead of Watching TV)
Encouraging your preteen or tweenager to watch less TV? Try giving him this list of ideas to get him off the couch. Anytime you hear the "B" word (bored), remind him how fun life can be when you live it yourself instead of watching it on television.Read more…
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Getting back into shape after having a baby is a common goal for many women. You may find that a jogging stroller is what you need in order to get your exercise into the day and take your baby along. - A Guide to single baby prams and strollers - By: Davi db
Single strollers are the most common models out there and they are designed for only one child. You will find a vast selection of them which means you can get your hands on exactly the type you need. - How to Become a Better Grandparent - By: Veronica Scott
All grandparents want to play a critical role in their grandchildren's lives and be helpful. However, creating that crucial link takes more than just a simple wish. One has to get more creative and constantly review whether things are working out in relationships. Sometimes, a grandparent may be forced to play the role of a parent due to unavoidable circumstances. In such a case, they should remember that they have a distinct role in their grandchildren's lives. - Explaining Missing Parents - By: Veronica Scott
Grandparents will take of children whose parents who are addicted to drugs much easier than any other member of the family would. This is also part of a government strategy to reduce instances of kids being put up in care homes. Local authorities will pay grandparents to take of their grandchildren, and ultimately win guardianship with relaxed rules. This was in response to what one government official termed as 'intergenerational drug abuse'. Benefits, such as jobseeker's allowances and incapacity benefits, are also to be cut depending on compliance to drug abusers record in attending regular drug agency meetings and linking compliance to treatment courses with benefits' payments. - The Art Of Keeping Kids Happy On Long Car Trips - By: Levi Quinn
Hitting the road for a long trip with a car full of kids can be a real challenge when it comes to staying sane. Hours in a small confined space with the entire family gets boring and frustrating fast. But there are plenty of things you can get the kids doing so that they are entertained and not pestering you constantly about how much longer it will be until they can get out. Take advantage of the resources you have at your disposal that did not exist ten or twenty years ago. - Breastfeeding - a father's perspective - By: Stuart Hutchings
The benefits of breastfeeding are well documented but the father's story often remains untold - Reduce Obesity - Breastfeed - By: Stuart Hutchings
A short article that extols the benefits of breastfeeding and its relevance in these times of increasing rates of obesity - Common mistakes while parenting children - By: Melina Menny
You have made it through 40 weeks of anxiety studded waiting. Your baby has finally arrived and you are itching to try out your newly acquired parenting skills. But before you tumble into the glory and pain of parenting, it would help if you knew more about some of the most common mistakes parents make while bringing up young children. - Bathroom Safety Tips - By: Veronica Scott
When it comes to dangerous rooms in the home there are many, however the bathroom seems to be in a class all its own. Maintaining an adequate level of safety in the home is important, especially when small children are involved. The bathroom is a place that poses many dangers to small kids. There are plenty of ways to prevent an accident or injury before it happens. Make sure to check your bathroom for hidden dangers. - Cool fun with Inflatable Water Slides! - By: Cristian Stan
Summer days can really be harsh. You just went home from your beach vacation and you're raring to go back there again. Why? Because the heat back home is unbearable. You might as well sit idly under the cool Florida sun and have the time of your life.