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Good Parent, Bad Parent: The Five Parenting Techniques To AvoidEven those of us who don't have kids shake our heads at the parenting techniques of others and have our own opinions about how we would handle the same situation and discipline our children. In fact, we all have a particular parenting style (well before we actually become parents) and it's based on ... Read On  |
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Grit and Bear It: Rules To Live By And Making It Easy To Get Along With EveryoneWe are all taught from usually very early on that being selective is something we "need" to be, and typically having "discriminating taste" is a good thing. Yet, have you ever noticed that there are some people that despite "picking and choosing" always have a full schedule, social life, and are ... Read On |
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Making The Grade: Helping Kids Succeed Even In The Face Of Adversity And DifficultyMy husband recently made an inquiry on behalf of his nephew regarding what it takes to become a dentist. And, according to our family dentist, it take a whole lot more than it used to. In fact, it requires, according to our "expert", it takes getting straight As (or grades close to straight As) at ... Read On |
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Ex BFFs: How To Help Your Child Handle A Friendship BreakupI recently spoke to one of my besties who confided that her pre-tween daughter experienced one of the first setbacks in “friendship”. That’s right, the right of passage and the decision to be part of a clique or to be eliminated. And, she soon found herself on other side of being in the “in” crowd. ... Read On |
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Stopping SIDS: Researchers Revel As They Get One Step Close To Solving "The Mystery"A medical "miracle" of sorts for parents as research get one step closer to solving the cause of sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS; which claims 2,300 infant lives yearly.
According to new studies, infants who suffered from SIDS showed significantly lower levels of seratonin than their ... Read On Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Safety |
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“Phasing” Out Friends: The Battle Of The Sexes BeginsAnything boys can do…girls can do better. This “innocent” taunt (if there is such a thing), is the first sign of kids noticing the opposite sex and beginning the age-old “battle” between the two. In fact kids go through various stages and phases when it comes to the opposite sex. Initially kids ... Read On |
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Antidisestablishmentarianism: When You’re Child Doesn’t Want To Follow The NormSo, you lecture about just about everything, including how your child heads out the door and leaves the house. But, lately you may be fining that your otherwise willing to conform kid is breaking social and logical norms. He or she may “insist” on wearing some questionable clothes or leave without ... Read On |
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Crib Recall: Parents Are Urged To Take NoteParents have been known to be protective of the little ones well before they're born...and now a new cause for concern.
Over 600,000 cribs sold at Sears, Kmart, Wal-Mart and various other retail outlets have been recalled following the death of a 6-month old boy and a variety of other injury ... Read On Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Safety |
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The Princess Complex: When Your Kid Is Dealing With A Mini DivaEvery Little girl dreams of being a princess, some even often say they are one…but when they start acting like one…that’s when it can be or become a problem. And, for many school age kids, especially little girls it is. While many young darlings may look cute and innocent, they are in essence ... Read On |
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It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Winter: Safely Keeping Warm This SeasonWhen the weather outside get frightful, we all want to make the inside of our homes as delightful as possible. But, when it comes to creating a warm and cozy home, you also want to create a safe space for you and your family to enjoy.
* Don’t get all hot and bothered about fireplace fumes. Use ... Read On Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Safety |
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Un-Canny: Why Experts Suggest Doing Away With Canned Goods In Your CupboardsWith most of our lives on a hectic, non-stop, 24-7 schedule, often even “home-cooked” meals translate into throwing together ingredients we poured out of a box or a can.
But, if its your health and the health of your family you’re concerned about, you may want to rethink your recipe ... Read On Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Safety |
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Penny For Your Thoughts: The Day Care Dos and Don’tsAt some point every “new” parent must make a decision about sending their little one off to day care…even if its only for a few hours a day. But, before sending your baby to be “babysat”, its important to know some secrets about what goes on or at least what their thinking behind the ... Read On |
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