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 Four Ways to Complement your Child’s Nature Discoveries Indoors - Getting outside with your children can be a vital part of a happy family life. Here are four ways to complement outdoor discoveries with indoor activities... By Mark Stevens MORE >> |
 7 Tips for Hiring a Babysitter - Finding a babysitter who has a similar parenting style to your own is no easy task. If concern about quality babysitting is on your heart and mind, the following tips can help you in your search as well as relieve anxiety while you’re out. By Thomas Haller and Chick Moorman MORE >> |
 When Your Child is the Bully: Five Important Issues to Address - If your child’s teacher calls telling you that your child is bullying others and threatening the teacher, then this needs to be a wake up call. By Derek Randel MORE >> |
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Adoption
Haley's Story - by Kay Green |
Animals/Pets
Three Steps for Meeting a Dog: Instructions for Parents - by Colleen Pelar, CPDT, CDBC
What to Do When Your Child is Afraid of Dogs - by Colleen Pelar |
Babies
Baby Sign Language - by Kay Green
Fresh Baby Food On-the-Go - by Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
How to make your own baby food - By Only Cookware
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Domestic Abuse
What You Must Know When Seeking Help For Domestic Abuse - by Dr. Jeanne King |
Education/Schooling
Are Homework Expectations Realistic For Our Children? - by Sally Sacks
Back to School Brain Boosters - by Kymythy R. Schultze, C.N
Cool School Lunches - by Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Graduation Gift Ideas: 4 Unique Graduation Gift Ideas For Your Special Graduate - by Lesley Mattos |
Emotional Health
Discovering Everyday Gratitude: How to Live a Life Filled With Appreciation & Enjoyment - by Mike Robbins
Never Lose Hope In Dealing With Your Fears And Depression - by Stan Popovich |
Entertaining/Seasonal/Holidays
Holiday Color! - by Party Basic
Healthy Halloween - by Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
The Origin and History of the Birthday Party - by Nancy Wurtzel |
Health & Fitnessn
Breast Cancer, Prevention Is The Cure - by Pamela Cronan-Maddox
Medical Advice: 7 Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor Before Accepting Any Kind of Medical Treatment - by Dr. Pierce Scranton
New Year's Action Plan - by Lynn Bode
Why Exercise is Important after Baby - by Tracey Mallett |
In the Kitchen With M2M
Cooking Tips for the Busy Woman - by Only Cookware |
Nutrition/Healthy Eating
Cool School Lunches - by Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Garlic is Heart Healthy By Kathy Kastan, LCSW, MA ED, and Suzanne Banfield, PhD
How Nutrition Effects Your Health Part I: Calories In Versus Calories Out - by Lynn Bode
How to Outsmart Your Picky Eater - byMissy Chase Lapine
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Pregnancy/Planning for Baby
Choosing A Breast Pump - by Elizabeth Catalanotto
Holiday Tips for Pregnant Moms - by Shoshana Bennett, Ph.D |
Single Parents
Seven Ways to Ease Kids' Anxiety When You Date - by Michele Germain, LCSW |
Small Business
Two Moms Start An At-Home Business -by Elise Nappi
Questions Are The Answer - by Tessa Stowe |
Special Needs/Education
Glossary of (Common) Special Education Terms - by Dr. Joy J. Rogers |
Toddlers
Toddler Time into the Terrific Twos: Nine Tips for Maintaining Your Sanity - by Joanne Baum, PhD |
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General Parenting/Family
Balancing Youth Sports and Family Life: How to Find Balance & Reclaim Family Time - by Brooke de Lench
Connecting with Your Kids: Loving Your Terrible, Terrific Toddler - by Dr. Laura Markham
Direction and Discipline; Be a Parent, Not a Pushover - by Maryann Rosenthal
Father Nature: How to be a Super Dad without Having to be Super Dad - By Mark J. Stevens
First Born Jealousy - by Elizabeth Pantley
How to Have Greater Conversations with Your "Greatest Generation" Parent By Beth Sanders
How to Teach Kids the Value of Money - by A.B. Jacobs
Is Your Child Being Bullied? Tips For Parents - by Derek Randel
I Wanna Go Home! When Your Child is in the Hospital - by Laura Nathanson, M.D., FAAP
Oops, I Forgot to Have a Baby -by Orly Katz |
 Style Coaching: A True Help for Moms Feeling positive about yourself really does make a difference, and looking good just makes you feel better! Fashion is a vehicle – but underneath it all it’s really about the heart of a woman. Consider treating yourself to a style coaching gift certificate. By Kim Crumpler  |
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 Getting Them To Eat Their Veggies - One of the major complaints by most parents is that their children won't eat their vegetables. By Sue DeFiore
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 Fighting Fair: Three Rules to Keep in Mind - If you want to be happily wed, you will need to establish and follow some basic ground rules for resolving your differences. We might call this Fighting Fair By James Bardot |
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 Pain in the Back: Your Child’s Backpack May Not Be the Cause - Overloaded backpacks and improper wearing of them may predispose a child to various health problems. By Dr. Robert V. Duvall
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 R.E.S.P.E.C.T. - Your Client's Communications Preferences - Respecting your client's communication preferences is not just a courtesy, it's good business. It's not about you; it's about your client. By Lydia Ramsey
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 Tuesdays in the Pocketbook: How to Keep Divorce from Devastating Your Family Finances - Even in the best of circumstances there are double the housing expenses because suddenly there are two homes to support. Even if you are not on reasonable terms with your ex-spouse, there are actions you can take to avoid common pitfalls of supporting your kids financially. By DK Simoneau
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 How to Have a Happy Marriage When You’re Busy Being Parents - Is your marriage everything you ever hoped it could be? Or has it been pushed down your list of priorities since having children? If your marriage is strong, your whole family will be strong; and you'll have more fun in your life. By Elizabeth Pantley
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 Remember to Play - When you're searching for balance, it is really important to create space for play. Playing restores and reenergizes you. It makes you feel good physically. We just have to look at children to be reminded of the magical powers of play. by Lisa Martin
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 Breastfeeding Gives Your Post Pregnancy Body A Weight Loss Boost - Most moms if not all of them can hardly wait to get their bodies back to their pre-pregnancy size. Luckily there are a few built in body boosters for breastfeeding moms. by Elizabeth Catalanotto
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 Moving Mom and Dad - Helping your parents move from the home they have lived in for many years is difficult. Making this transition is not easy, but it can be manageable if you keep these things in mind....by Cheryl Riggs |
 Five Ways to Boost Your Marketing Power - Building an online business is not easy, especially when you are on a very limited budget. As I come in contact with more people, I realize that numerous publishers and netpreneurs are overlooking some very effective free advertising opportunities. by Terri Seymour |
 The Last Minute Cook - Ask almost anyone who is in charge of putting the daily dinner on the table what the most dreaded chore is and you’ll likely hear a complaint about meal planning. Figuring out what to make for dinner day in and day out is something many of us loathe. We’d like something easy to make, a recipe that won’t ...by Elizabeth Yarnell |
 Easing the Transition from the Family Bed: From Co-Sleeping to Solo Sleeping - The family bed, also called co-sleeping, is an extremely common practice in which babies and young children sleep with one or both of their parents. It’s estimated that approximately 1/3 of American families frequently sleep together during all or ...by Patti Teel |
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 Six Week Holiday Survival Plan: Stay Fit and Stress Free - Although the holiday season is meant for a time of rejoicing, relaxing and spending time with the ones we love, it more often than not ends up being a hectic time laden with stress. The stresses of the holiday season often lead to abandonment of exercise routines. Use the holiday survival guide to stay fit, healthy and stress free...by Lynn Bode
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 No More Toys – Send Money for College - If the parents had the choice between another toy, or an extra contribution going into their children’s college funds, the money going into the college fund is the clear winner...by Anh Vazquez |
 Being Organized Equals Small Business Success - You started your own business because you have a burning passion for what you do. You are also - we hope - good what you do and have a desire to help others... by Patty Kreamer |
 But Thanksgiving Doesn’t Fall on Tuesday??? How to Deal with Children and the Holidays After Your Divorce - So you think you’re moving along and adapting to your new split-family living situation... By DK Simoneau |
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 Diversity and Bully-busting: 4 Tips To Stop Bullying and Bias Before It Happens - Experts agree that bullying not only exists in every school and community in our country, but it is also escalating at a frightening pace. By Deb Capone
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 Baby Talk - Dear Mr Dad: I'm pregnant and my husband and I find ourselves talking to our baby a lot. Sometimes we're sure he or she is...by Armin Brott |
 Find The Hidden Treasure - Close more sales by searching for the "hidden" treasure during your sales call. By Tessa Stowe |
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 Quick Facts About Potty Training - Potty training can be natural, easy, and peaceful. The first step is to know the facts. by By Elizabeth Pantley, Author of The No-Cry Potty Training Solution.
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 Commit to your Wellness – Part I - Your nose is running. Your body aches. You know you got that cold from your seven-year-old. The work project you’ve been struggling with is due Friday, and you keep telling yourself, “I just don’t have time to be sick.” by Lisa Martin
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 "What Did You Learn In School Today?" Tips for Getting Your Kids to Talk about School - Does getting your kids to offer information about school seem more difficult than pulling teeth? By Thomas Haller and Chick Moorman
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 The Seven Most Common Nap Traps - Have you been tripped up by any of these situations? Nap Trap #1: "My baby wakes up...By Cathryn Tobin, MD
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 Seven Ways to Keep Our Parents Young - What are some things we can do to help keep our parents young? Here are seven ideas to explore, which may slow down the ageing process…By Stephan and Lisa LaCount
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 Six Ways to Protect Your Kids on the Internet - As a parent, you can’t always be there to watch over your kids as they make each keystroke, nor would you want to...by Steve Cross |
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Exercise Guidelines for Pregnant Women - Experts agree that during a normal, healthy pregnancy, moderate to vigorous exercise is safe for the baby...by Misty Weaver-Ostinato
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12 Ideas to Help Relieve Stress - Owning an online home business is wonderful but there are days when you get really down and stressed...by Terry Seymour
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 Cats Provide Cheap Entertainment - Well, we have this cat... by Lisa Barker |
 Keep Children Safe In and Around Vehicles. Tips to keep your child safe in an around vehciles by Safelyonthemove.sdsu.edu |
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 Summertime Fitness for Busy Moms: 4 Quick Exercises For Moms To Keep Firm During Bikini Season by Tracey Mallett
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 Mommisms - Your mother said them a million times until one day... by Lisa Barker, aka Jelly Mom |
 The Dream of Owning Your Own Business - You have a dream to be the star in your very own show ...by Tawnya Sutherland |
