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Via: iheartnaptime.net
Add this item to your beach bag. Baby powder gets sand off your skin easily – who knew?!
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2/16/2012
Via: savvyhousekeeping.com
Re-use a wet-wipes container to store plastic bags.
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2/16/2012
By KJ DELL'ANTONIA
Blogging may make new mothers feel happier. Fellow mothers, do you remember that feeling of isolation that came with staying at home, alone, with that tiny, needy, crying, confusing baby they handed you at the hospital? Fathers, if you took on the primary caregiving role solo, for months or years, you can’t possibly have forgotten that sense of being stranded on an island of Cheerios and Raffi music. If your experience was within
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Date
2/16/2012
parenting.com
Kicked-Up Quesadilla
Breakfast is brain food, but it can be a challenge to feed the kids healthfully and get out the door in time for school. These 15 simple on-the-go breakfasts will give your kids the energy to get through the morning -- without sucking up your time, too.
Dressed-up Yogurt
This is a quick way to add sweetness and crunch to plain yogurt. You'll get the nutritious benefits of yogurt without the excess sugar so often found
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Date
2/15/2012
Shake it Up!
Shake it up! Now lululemon-loving mamas will be able to have matching mini mes, thanks to the new line of dance and athletic gear from ivivva athletica, lulu's line for lil ones. Inspired by the Disney Channel's hit series Shake It Up, the Spring collection has everything your lil gymnast, dancer, or budding yogi needs for her active lifestyle, in all of the same fabrics and cuts that you've come to love for your own workouts.
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Date
2/15/2012
Reader's Digest
Go behind the scenes with your child's doctor to see what she is really thinking.
1. Want to avoid the wait? Schedule your appointment for the middle of the week, and ask for the first time slot of the morning or right after lunch.
2. Even though studies show that antibiotics for ear infections are rarely better than watching and waiting for kids over age two, many of us prescribe them anyway. We want to feel like
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Date
2/15/2012
lilSugar.com
The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe may be a classic when it comes to ride-on toys lil ones can power on their own, but the bright red and yellow plastic pieces don't suit every mama's style. For those that prefer wood to plastic, and warm tones to bright, we turn our attention to more contemporary designers. Using eco-friendly materials, these toys give tots the rides of their lives without sacrificing one ounce of style! Check them
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Date
2/8/2012
Fred Bowen
Super Bowl Sunday is the day of the biggest football game — and biggest television show — of the year. Last year, an estimated 111 million people watched the game.
Watching the Super Bowl on TV has become an American tradition, like watching fireworks on the Fourth of July. Lots of kids (and even some adults) watching the big game may not be football fans. So here’s a quick guide for watching Super Bowl XLVI. (The National
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Date
2/3/2012
lilSugar.com
Are you ready for some football? With Super Bowl week in full swing, pigskin fever is quickly spreading across the country as tots everywhere choose their favorite teams. New York Giants and New England Patriots gear is selling out fast, but it's not too late to gear the lil one up for the biggest football weekend of the year. Today's the last day to order some of these great finds that will help even the smallest fans to show
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Date
2/1/2012
LilSugar.com
Space Camp
Ninety-two days until Summer! The dog days of Summer may seem far off, but that last school bell will ring before you know it and mama needs something to keep the kids occupied while class is out of session. Keep reading for five extra awesome Summer camps for curious tots.
Mateys and Maidens Cookology Summer Camp
Ahoy
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Date
2/1/2012
OneToughJob.org
Being a dad is one tough job
If you are a working dad, travel often comes with the job. While it is difficult to miss first words, school plays, or even bedtime, your job is important in allowing you to provide for your family and keep them healthy and happy. Even though traveling may take a toll on you and your family, there are ways to stay connected while you are on the road.
How to be there when you're not
Communication
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Date
2/1/2012
Let’s face it, “No” gets a reaction. Kids thrive on the connection they have with you, and if a child is always negative, they will usually get a reaction from their parents. As odd as it sounds, sometimes the negativity spewing from your child’s lips is not meant to sound as bad as it does. She may simply want contact with you, albeit negative contact.
Some kids’ versions of, “Hi, how are you this morning?” come out as,
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Date
2/1/2012
Bonnie Rochman
Not too long ago, much clamor arose when supermodel Gisele Bundchen called for a “worldwide law” requiring that moms breastfeed their babies for six months.
“Some people here [in the U.S.] think they don’t have to breastfeed,” she told Harper’s Bazaar UK, as published in the Daily Mail, “and I think, ‘Are you going to give chemical food to your child when they are so little?’ I think there should be a worldwide law, in my opinion,
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Date
2/1/2012
Maia Szalavitz and Bonnie Rochman
The next time you’re tempted to lose your cool with your kids, do your best to channel your inner peacenik: it’s good for your child’s brain.
School-age children whose mothers supported and nurtured them most in early childhood had a larger hippocampus, an area of the brain that is involved in memory, learning and stress response, according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Interestingly,
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Date
2/1/2012
Children have as many as 6 – 10 colds per year, with each episode lasting as long as two weeks.
Unfortunately, there is no magical cure. But throughout my career as a pediatrician and as a father of four little boys who are frequently burdened with a nagging cough, I have discovered the safest and most effective way to treat your child is by using natural remedies.
Looking for some relief this winter? To make your child’s
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Date
1/25/2012
BY JULIA THOMAS
Ryt-way Industries is recalling select sunflower seeds because they may contain soy ingredients that were not declared on the packaging.
No adverse reactions have been reported. People who are allergic to soy should not eat the product.
The recall is of BIGS ® Dill Pickle Sunflower Seeds packaged in 5.35 oz. plastic bags with best-by dates of 08DEC2012 and 09DEC2012 and the UPC code 896887002202.
The sunflower seeds
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Date
1/19/2012
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EU Juice Industry on Notice for Fungicide in OJ Imports
BY NEWS DESK | JAN 18, 2012
The European Commission -- the governing body of the 27-state European Union -- is warning the European juice industry that Brazilian juice imports could face fungicide testing in response to the recent move by U.S. Food and Drug Administration to initiate testing, according to Food Quality News.
While not approved in the United States
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Date
1/19/2012
University of Maryland Medical Center
Melatonin
Overview:
Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain. It helps regulate other hormones and maintains the body's circadian rhythm. The circadian rhythm is an internal 24-hour “clock” that plays a critical role in when we fall asleep and when we wake up. When it is dark, your body produces more melatonin; when it is light, the production of melatonin drops. Being exposed to bright lights in the
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Date
1/16/2012
Tiny Turnip and Ashley Papelbon are Ready for a Great Season... of Fashion!
Gear Up for the New Season... Tiny Turnip Style!
The clock is ticking and the pressure is on... to organize, pack, travel, move...
and one less thing you want to think about is the need for amazingly cute, jaw dropping outfits
to coordinate with your new (or not new) team! That is where you can let go and let Tiny Turnip!
Here are some tips
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Date
1/13/2012
Karen Moyer find on Brookstone.com
Easy to use—just dock your iPhone 4 device and project on any surface. Our Pocket Projector for iPhone 4 is perfect for on-the-go travel entertainment. Its super-bright 15-lumen LED projector lamp ensures clearer, more brilliant images than other pico projectors. 640x360 native display resolution projects up to 50" images. Focus adjustment lets you control image clarity while the integrated 0.5W speaker delivers the audio. Great
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Date
1/10/2012
celebrations
More Party Ideas
Crafts For Kids
Rainbow Theme Party
A fun craft to make with and play with! This play-doh recipe is a great idea for any kid's party and can be adapted to fit most any color theme.
*Adapted from FamilyFun.go.com - Makes 3 cups.
Supplies
2 cups white flour
2 cups water, tinted with food coloring (about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 teaspoons)
1 cup salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cream
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Date
1/5/2012
This year your kids can make a statement for their class Valentine's Day party or host one at home! There are awesome party decorations and favors with a discount below! So simple and they ship right to your house!
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Date
1/5/2012
Momtastic Wholesome Baby Food.com
Avocado for Your Baby -Introducing Avocado Baby Food Recipes
Avocado makes a great first food for baby due to its texture and creaminess; an extra bonus is that avocado is full or "good" fats and has a high nutrient content!
The Goodness of Avocado for your baby:
Avocados are often called one of nature's perfect foods because they are said to contain everything a person needs to survive. A wonderful "good fat" food for
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Date
1/4/2012
Dominion Post
The name "Ruby" has made its way to the top of the most popular girls' name list for 2011.
The pretty girls name, first used in the 1870s, shot from number three to number one for baby girls last year, with 335 born in total in New Zealand.
For boys, Liam topped the list for the second year running. There were 315 babies born with the name meaning "will, desire, helmet and protection" last year.
The annual baby-name list,
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Date
1/4/2012
By Maralee McKee, the Manners Mentor for GalTime.com
How do we get our children to say "thank you" and actually mean it? Though the classic Christmas carol promises that the holidays are "the most wonderful time of the year," holidays don't always feel that way to a mom who has just watched her child open four presents without saying one "thank you." While we wish our children would express thankfulness as freely as they express dissatisfaction, it's especially hard for children
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Date
12/30/2011
LilSugar.com
That diaper's gotta go, baby! Potty training tots is a tricky feat for any mama — and sometimes scary and stressful for all of those involved. Mama wants to move on from the diapers stage but doesn't want to pressure her tot into going potty. On the other hand, tots can be very uneasy, and even afraid, around the toilet. It's uncharted territory and lots of them just plain hate it!
Call for backup and help your lil one achieve
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Date
12/16/2011
Check out the Portable North Pole!
This fun website lets you customize a message for your child from Santa! You answer questions about your child like age, favorite activities, items on their Christmas wishlist and of course whether they are being naughty or nice...then a message from Santa himself is rengerated for you to show the kiddos!
Get started now!
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Date
12/6/2011
Family Fun
This edible Advent garland will spruce up your holiday tree and give your child a way to keep track of the days until Santa's visit.
Materials
• Candy buttons on paper strips
• Tape
• Scissors
Instructions
1. Cut 24 same-size strips of candy buttons (ours had 8 candies each).
2. Tape them together in a chain and snip off a loop each day starting December
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Date
11/30/2011
Parenting.com
Searching for the perfect winter family vacation spot for your next getaway?
Grand Targhee, WY
Tucked into the backside of the magnificent Tetons hides Grand Targhee, where snowfall seems to be endless and families can savor it in endless ways. Targhee isn't huge: just 2,000 acres of lift-accessed skiing coupled with another 1,000 acres of snowcat skiing. That's a good thing for families: The intimate setting means
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Date
11/30/2011
By Nikki Metzgar
The Beacon Street Girls
She's too old for Club Penguin, too young for Facebook. So where's your tween spending her online time? Girls this age have sites all their own.
The Site: allykatzz.com A buzzing message board, with ties to a tween-focused marketing firm.
Coolest Feature: The White House Wall Your daughter can postmessages and pictures that will be sent to the First Family.
On Boys and
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Date
11/28/2011
Sarah M. Boudreau-Romano is a board-certified pediatrician who completed a fellowship in Allergy/Immunology, she is also a mother to 4 young children, 3 of whom are living with life-threatening food allergies....
Sarah has spent the past several years learning first-hand how families with children who have multiple food allergies live and how they can live well. She is constantly looking for creative ways to ensure that her
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Date
11/14/2011
FitSugar.com
• As soon as you find out you're expecting, talk to your OB about continuing with running. Chances are your doc will encourage you to stick with it, but it's always good to be cautious when it comes to your growing baby.
• Don't expect to do what you used to do pre-pregnancy. You'll probably need to slow down your pace, take it easy on hills, stick to even terrain to prevent falling, take breaks often, and decrease your distance.
• Along
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Date
11/14/2011
LilSugar.com
Coloring books are so last season. Not content to merely appeal to women of a certain age and financial standing, Chanel recently launched a "Kids Space" on its website, where lil ones can virtually color in Chanel classics like purses, blazers, and shoes, then print out the finished product. It's not just about drooling over accessories, though; Chanel has also installed a memory game where lil ones test and improve memory skills
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Date
11/14/2011
By Deborah Goldstein
Just the thought alone of flying with little ones can put parents on edge. While less people are expected to fly this holiday season, flights will be more crowded [insert collective groan here]. Here's how to survive your next flight with a baby, toddler, or preschooler.
1) If you can afford it, buy an extra seat for your child. Most airlines let you hold kids under 2, saving you the expense, but your arms and lap will need
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Date
11/9/2011
LilSugar.com
That’s right. Not only is the holiday celebration and charity season in full effect, but your tiny tot can get in on the action this year! How you ask? With Huggies® of course! Introducing the limited-edition Huggies Santa Diaper (we know, ADORABLE)! And, in the true spirit of the season, when you “Dress ‘Em Like Claus For a Cause” in the holiday-inspired Huggies Santa Diapers, Huggies will help a baby in need by donating to Every
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Date
11/9/2011
Photo: Courtesy of FauxFurEver
You can bluff your way through most parenting challenges. But when your little refuses to wear a hat and it’s 30 degrees below zero, you can get a bit hotheaded.
Fake it ’til you make it with FauxFurEver’s trapper hats. The luxe toppers for kids are like nothing we’ve ever seen — or felt — before. Fashioned from a silky mix of high-grade acrylic and modacrylic (we know that sounds positively unappealing but trust us), the plush
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Date
11/4/2011
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11/2/2011
Whether you're hosting a playdate or just trying to keep siblings from fighting, these made-for-two activities are perfect for pairs
Pretend it's a party.
Games for groups can work just as well with duos. Classics like Simon Says, Hot Potato (it's hysterical with just a few people), and charades (or "Guess What Animal I Am" for little folks) can be great playdate activities.
Work it.
Pull out all your old
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Date
11/2/2011
By: Gina Marinelli
The chicest new children's book doesn't take place in the land of Narnia or even an English rose garden (cough, cough, Madonna), but rather the magical, mystical floors of 4 Times Square. The Super Adventures of Sophie and the City: All in a Day’s Work is not an exposé, but a playful look at the famous fashion offices through the eyes of a child. The title-character tot doesn't cast spells— she encounters André Leon Talley (in
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Date
10/31/2011
lilSugar.com
my efforts to make eating fun and exciting for my girls have produced rather impressive palates for two little ones. They love Japanese food, Indian food, veggies, you name it.
One of my tried-and-true strategies for raising well-rounded eaters is to have my kids make some of their own choices in the kitchen. Letting them have a hand in the process gives them a sense of control and empowerment — and trust me, my girls are way
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Date
10/31/2011
It will take a second or two before the animation starts!
Rolling Through The Bay
This man made a model of the entire city of San Francisco....and he decided to use toothpicks! He used more than 100,000 toothpicks, and it took 35 years to build. Not only is it huge, but you can take tours using little plastic balls. Prepare to be amazed.
By Scott Weaver
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Date
10/28/2011
by Rebecca M Gruber/LilSugar.com
Keep your kids safe on Halloween! The holiday is a childhood favorite filled with costumes, loot bags, and tons of candy. But before heading out on your evening adventure, download a few safety apps to your iPhone.
Family GPS Tracker and Safety Center (free)
The Family GPS Tracker and Safety Center app allows mamas to track their location at any given time. The app also offers a monitoring service to identify sex offenders
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Date
10/26/2011
What happens when a purveyor of all things eclectic joins forces with one of the most whimsical kids' clothing companies? A capsule collection that bohemian mamas will be gathering up faster than you can say Missoni For Target! Since leaving the high-end Ports1961 women's line that she launched and led for six years, Tia Cibani has been focusing her attention on her KicoKids collection of fun, fashionable clothing for kids. Now
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Date
10/26/2011
By Jan Sheehan
We've uncovered the natural remedies for kids that really work -- and the ones you should never try.
For lots of moms and dads today, non-pharmaceutical approaches to illness are more appealing than ever. In a 2009 survey of 6,000 parents conducted by Opinion Research Corporation, 40 percent of them said that they were interested in natural remedies for their kids, compared with 23 percent in a similar 2008 survey. "Parents
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Date
10/24/2011
Parents.com
We asked hundreds of moms for their favorite children's books and these titles came up again and again.
Where the Wild Things Are By Maurice Sendak
Recently made into a movie, Maurice Sendak's magical, ferocious book tells the story of a misbehaving boy named Max who sails off in a boat to a place where monsters "gnash their terrible teeth" and "roar their terrible roars." The book packs a powerful punch of adventure
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Date
10/24/2011
written by: Rebecca M Gruber, LilSugar.com
When we first spotted Kingston Rossdale taking his mama out to lunch on her birthday, we couldn't get enough of his great plaid pants, but we couldn't find them anywhere. Now we know why — they're part of Gwen Stefani's upcoming Harajuku Mini line that will debut at Target on Nov. 13. Following the mom-of-two's introduction of her Harajuku Lovers' line for the retail giant last year, she's expanding the collection to include affordable
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Date
10/19/2011
Written by: Lisa Sugar, LilSugar.com
Talk about an inspiration! We were invited to the White House to discuss the first lady's Let's Move campaign. Getting families off the couch and moving has been a passion of Michelle Obama's since her husband took office, and we've seen her leading children in group exercise programs around the country.
Throughout the conversation, Mrs. Obama opened up about life in the
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Date
10/19/2011
lilSugar.com
We bet there'll be sequins! Beyoncé will soon join the ranks of the world's most fashionable women who've tried their hand at designing maternity clothes once they found themselves in a pregnant way. In an interview with Bazaar, Beyoncé revealed that she's working on a maternity line for the House of Deréon line she and her mom design. She told the magazine that, "I love figuring out designs that still make me feel edgy and sexy
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Date
10/14/2011
parenting.com
Serve up these colorful, tasty, nutrient-packed superfoods, like blueberries, cocoa, cinnamon, and more healthy foods for kids.
It's a fact of life: Chips, cupcakes, and lots of other not-so-nutritionally-noble foods are going to find their way into your child's mouth. Heck, if left to their own devices, a lot of kids wouldn't eat anything that didn't come out of a pizza or pasta box. But that's all the more reason to make
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Date
10/14/2011
written by: Anna Monette Roberts
www.lilsugar.com
Ginger has been used for centuries as an immune system booster, thanks to its antibacterial and antiviral properties. In addition, ginger helps alleviate indigestion and other stomach upsets. Warming and soothing, ginger can also help alleviate respiratory problems like coughs, bronchitis, and asthma. Especially during the upcoming flu season, keep your family healthy with these five kid-friendly preparations of ginger. Get the
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Date
10/7/2011
Mini Musketeer
Why we love it: Because every little boy wants to be a knight in shining armor!
Do it yourself: Drape your son in some blue fabric to make this Musketeer costume. (Be sure to cut a hole big enough for his head to pop through.) Add a Zoro-style hat and a white feather, and make sure you pick up a plastic sword so he's ready for battle.
Baby Bandit
Why we love it: Because it's the perfect first
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Date
9/30/2011
Some great websites from the MLB wives on the best in parenting, children's clothing, entertainment and gifts.
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Date
9/29/2011
www.parents.com
Magical Germ Lesson:
Sprinkle glitter on your kid's damp hands as a way to teach them the importance of hand-washing. Let them open doors and play with toys, then show them the trail of glitter "germs" they've left behind. Show how washing with soap and water is the only way to get all of the germs off their hands.
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Date
9/26/2011
To the Max
Written by: Ellen Seidman, from her blog “To the Max”
I know that other parents have questions about my son, Max, who has cerebral palsy. I can see it in their eyes when they look at him, I notice the stares from strangers. So recently, I asked some friends to tell me the pressing—even nosy—questions they have about kids with special needs. These are my answers; I hope you’ll share your own.
What’s the proper
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Date
9/23/2011
www.parents.com
By Margaret VanEchaute; Designs by Tracy Kyle
Whether you gather supplies in your neighborhood or at the crafts store, your kids will love bringing the outdoors inside with these easy natural crafts projects featuring supplies found in nature.
Pinecone Birds
Believe it or not, these adorable google-eyed creatures were once ordinary pinecones. Who knew nature could be so much fun?
Make It: Glue google eyes onto small pom-poms and let them dry. Help your kids
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Date
9/19/2011
www.parents.com
The time is ripe to take the family and friends to a local orchard. Savor the fall sunshine while you play fun games and enjoy fresh seasonal snacks.
Barrel of Fun
Place an empty basket about 20 feet away from another that's full of apples. See how fast the kids can transfer the fruit from one basket to the other using a wooden spoon.
Fruit Fishing
Bobbing for apples is so last year. Give this new sport a
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Date
9/16/2011
photo credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/wwworks/2908834853/in/photostream/
www.parents.com
Bathroom Skills 101
Going to the bathroom at school often takes the top spot on kids' list of anxieties, and for good reason: Young children still don't have total control of their bladder. "At age 5, 15 percent of kids are still at risk of having daytime wetting accidents," says Chris Cooper, MD, director of pediatric urology at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Your child may have bladder signals that come on suddenly
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Date
9/12/2011
photo: pbskids.org
By Kourtney Eidam
Virtual Playgrounds
Trying to figure out which children's game sites are worthwhile can be overwhelming. Where to start? Here.
PBS Kids & PBS Kids Go!
Any of this network's 20-plus online playgrounds would be at home in our guide. But why choose when there's something smart for every age? Little ones can help Elmo create a story in the Sesame Street site or build a neighborhood with Mister Rogers in his
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Date
9/12/2011
http://www.parents.com
By Kate Silver
"Dr. Mom" shares the benefits and challenges new moms can expect to experience when it comes to nursing.
Deciding whether to go breast or bottle? As the "slow food" movement sweeps the nation, nursing mothers know that meals don't get any more fresh and local than breastfeeding. The mantra "breast is best" is embraced by the World Health Organization, the American Association of Pediatrics, the Office of Women's Health and
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Date
9/12/2011
Although bedwetting is common among small kids, check to see if there is an underlying cause, such as constipation (this puts pressure on the bladder and can cause accidents). If your kid has hard stools, increase fluid and fiber intake. This will ease constipation and in turn could keep him dry at night.
Wetting the bed can be an embarrassing issue among kids, but it's actually very common. The National Institutes of Health
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Date
8/2/2011
www.parents.com
Your guidance and love are important to help your baby grow socially and emotionally. Give him lots of kisses, snuggles, and hugs, and always pay attention to his feelings. Be fully present in each moment with him, whether he is happy or upset. Babies thrive on their parents’ unconditional love!
Keep Her in the Loop
Talk to your baby as you go about your day. Tell her what you are doing, what you see. Point things out
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Date
7/22/2011
written by Aaron Gouvela
If your husband is fearful of his new duties as a father, tell him to jump right in and not worry about screwing up. Give him a tutorial on bath time; then take off for an hour to let him have some space while he gives the baby a bath. It doesn’t hurt to tell him that you’re also learning as you go!
Worry #1
"I can't be a good dad and focus on my career."
Striking a semblance of balance between the office and family
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Date
7/8/2011
Missoni + Bugaboo=Strolling in Style
Missoni just teamed up with Bugaboo to create two phenom strollers for the fab mom on the go. Available in two multicolor prints, the Cameleon and Bee, each one of these spectacular buggies will safely and fashionably accommodate your little one. Not to mention, they are conveniently built with a detachable bassinet and adjustable handles. Another sweet bonus is that each stroller comes
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Date
7/1/2011
While Major League Baseball is just getting into a groove, millions of kids playing Little League Baseball are approaching the end of their season. (Yes, millions! According to Little League, more than 2.5 million children played ball in the 2010 season.)
As a parent, I'm always shocked at how quickly the season goes by. Just when my kid's team has started to really look like a cohesive bunch, we're already looking at playoff
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Date
6/13/2011
