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Communicating With Teens -- 7 Never Fail Secrets (144 views)
By Ali Bierman
Allow me to paint you a picture. You and your teen talk about issues and rules as they come up. While you have disagreements that you resolve, you never have fights where one person wins and the other loses. Sound impossible? I raised two kids that.. read more

8 Steps To Good Child Behaviour! (152 views)
By Amy A.May
1. Establish House Rules Make simple rules for your child. Start with a few things we do and don't do. Discuss them with your child. 2. Prevention Is Better Than Cure If you feel that your child's.. read more

Types of ADD Manifestation In Children (163 views)
By Sarah K. Jenkins
Attention Deficit Disorder wears many faces among children. While the hyperactive, rebellious boys are easy to spot, there are also several other types of children that suffer from ADD that go undiagnosed because of their less conspicuous behavior. Girls.. read more

Getting Your Child To Eat Vegetables (154 views)
By Sharon Hopkins
Many parents strive to ensure that their children eat vegetables. Some meet with complete success, others with very little success. Veggies contain many vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients that a body needs to main good health and energy. The.. read more

Three Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Buy Toys For Your Kids (140 views)
By Peter Legrove
Some toys are over hyped and others that I quite like, are never advertised. When I see new toys or the kid wants something she saw on TV, I usually ask myself “What can this toy be used for” and “How long will it keep the kid interested.” The last questi.. read more

Throwing a Baby Shower Your Guests Will Remember (180 views)
By Jennifer Barnett
Are you in charge of planning a baby shower? Do you need a baby shower theme? Decorations? Favors? This guide will give you baby shower ideas, whether you are a sister, friend, or coworker. Baby Shower Themes The first and most difficult thing to.. read more

Be Prepared for Your New Baby: A Checklist for New Parents to Be (183 views)
By Amanda Pinkston
If you are expecting a new baby you have probably already been preparing for your little one for quite some time. Packing for the hospital and preparing your home for the new baby are the most important things you can do to make your transition from the h.. read more

The "Busy Mom" - Is it Your Choice? (175 views)
By Lori Radun, CEC
Let's face it. We live in a fast paced world. As moms, it is hard to keep up with everything on our plates. We have piles of laundry, piles of dishes, and piles of school papers. Along with the many errands we have to run, we also play chauffer for our ch.. read more

Where DO You Get The Time? (155 views)
By Stephanie Foster
Why does it so often seem like you turn around and it’s midnight when you’re raising your kids? It seems like no matter what you do sometimes, there’s still a lot more work to do by the time you are ready to go to bed. What can you do? The first thing.. read more

Budget Backyard Family Vacations (166 views)
By Cheryl Johnson
When travel and lodging are cost prohibitive, you can still have a vacation right at home. Yes, in your own backyard. Many of us live within reasonable distance to museums, campgrounds, historic sites, and beautiful state parks. You might be.. read more

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