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What is a Car Seat Foot Prop?
Have you seen a foot prop on a car seat yet? Learn more about this feature that is just starting to be used in the U.S.
5 Traps Your Child Should Avoid in Middle School
Middle school can be rife with challenges and obstacles and that's no way to begin a new school year. Be sure your child avoids these typical middle school traps.
First Baby Activities - What to Do With a Young Baby
When you have a new baby at home, sometimes life feels like a daily (and nightly) grind. You feel like all you do is change diapers, feed, and burp. You get very little sleep, all while your body is recovering from childbirth.
Some of the Common Symptoms of ADHD to Look Out for in Teens
Studies show that ADHD is one of the most prevalent disorders among the children and teens of America. The symptoms of this disorders are considered to be disruptive, meaning that they may interfere with what could be considered as "normal" daily functions of individuals. As such, ADHD can
Horse Party Food
What food spread at a horse party is complete without a tray of apples and some "happy trails" mix?
Teach Money Lessons Early With An Allowance For Children
When an allowance for children is set up, kids start to understand its importance. They become familiar spending and saving. The way in which they behave now can be modified so that when they are on their own, they have the structure in which to handle finances.
Praveenben Review of The Democratic Parenting Book -Is it Really Benefits You?
The challenges of raising and disciplining a child are manifold. Children of today are difficult to handle and seem to listen to no one. Screaming and shouting, throwing tantrums, hitting others are c
Problems of Teenage Girls
Teen girls may begin to experience mood swings that they do not understand.teen peek image by robert mobley from Fotolia.comAs girls grow into teenagers, they begin to experience new problems. Teenage girls need guidance to help them understand that almost everyone has faced these issues,...
How I Potty Trained Twins: Part 2
Last week I (Rebecca) began sharing my experience with attempting to potty train my twins. I was not successful the first time around but gave it some time and tried again months later. My husband and I started again to potty train at two years, six months and three weeks.
Baby Acid Reflux
Baby acid reflux is a medical situation, which is aptly defined as the situation that makes it possible for foods eaten earlier by the baby and tummy acid to surge back up into the baby's esophagus. This usually takes place to the baby prior to their digestive system stabilizes and functions as
A Teen Life Coach on the College Homesick Blues
A teen life coach offers tips for college freshmen on the process of adjusting to being away from home for the first time.
Healthy Food for a Good Night’s Sleep!
Sleeping is essential for our health, for both baby and parents. Lets face it - whenshe or he sleeps well and for a long time, we also have a good night's rest.
Preparing the School for Your Child with Asperger Syndrome
School can be a difficult place for children with Asperger syndrome -- academically, socially and behaviorally. Let the school know what your child needs to be successful with these tips and printouts.
Sticks and Stones:Are You Unintentionally Driving Your Child Away?
... I boldly propose a new cultural standard for parents:under no circumstances will we allow ourselves to degrade and belittle our children by calling them names.If you simply cannot resist the temptation to tell your child who he is, then please, tell him good things!This will require a Herculean
Acupressure for Labour
Acupressure is a 5000 years old Chinese curative art that uses that uses pressure applied to pressure points on the body believed to encourage the body's ability to self-cure and maintain health. The Chinese believed ...
Babies and Toddlers: Tips on Getting Sick
Of course, you want your baby to get sick, especially when the baby is still an infant. But did you know that as children grow it is actually good for them to get sick sometimes?
The Six Basic Needs of Every Child
The Need for Power: People often grossly underestimate a child's need for power. Most of the "power struggles" that parents complain about are the result of not acknowledging this very basic need at the outset. A child needs to feel in control of her life, as if her choices actually m
Baby Shower Gift Ideas - Gifts for Baby Girls
What is a good choice of baby shower gifts for a new baby girl? There are so many cute baby products available it can be difficult to choose the perfect gift.
How to Use a Nursing Cover
Learning how to use a nursing cover correctly can go a long way in helping you to overcome any qualms you may have about nursing in public. Rest assured, it's actually very easy to use a nursing cover, and once you get the hang of it, you will never fear one again!
Flemish Name for Grandmother
The Flemish name for grandmother is bomma. Flemish is one of the three official languages of Belgium.