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You CAN afford to be a Stay-at-Home Parent!
Author: Jennifer Tarzian
From the moment I learned I was pregnant, I knew I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom. That feeling only strengthened when my beautiful son was born. I took one look at him and wondered how I could ever give up the opportunity to spend each and every day

The Absentee Parent - Parenting From A Distance
Author: Anne Wolski
You want to be able to continue having a great relationship with your kids after separation or divorce. This means focusing on the kids rather than your ex-partner. You need to be parents rather than partners. Breaking up is difficult enough without

Breast Or Bottle - Which Is Right For You
Author: Sarah Veda
There are lots of decisions to make when there's a baby on the way. One of the most controversial is the ever raging breast or bottle debate. There are many people who have strong feelings on both sides of this issue, and many of them will try like a

5 Steps to Organized Writing
Author: Lorraine Curry
After your children are writing sentences, teach them about paragraphs. Paragraphs are the key to organized writing. Each paragraph should contain one main idea or thought, and a topic sentence that sums up that thought in a nutshell. The paragraph

Your Newborn and Reflexes
Author: Rosslyn Vroom
Newborn and Reflexes (General Information for new parents - always consult your Health Care Professional if you have concerns about your baby) The most magical part of your baby is watching them - watching them watching you!!! and responding to

A Good Memory Will Change Your Child's Life
Author: Pam Connolly
Would you like to help your child develop an amazing memory quickly and easily? Have you ever envied someone because of his or her incredible memory? Did that person seem to learn and remember everything ... effortlessly? Chances are that your answer

Pregnancy Photography - Tips For The Belly!
Author: Heather Hart
These tips have been provided by Heather Hart of A La Mode Photo who specializes in natural environment, pregnancy, family and pet photography. 1. Find a friend. Since you are the model, you need someone who has a few hours to dedicate to you and

Alternative Ways of Naming a Baby
Author: Tony Luck
Traditionally, babies have been named at a christening/baptism. Most still are, but increasingly parents are choosing an alternative, non-religious ceremony. There are three types of service available at a Church. - The traditional Infant Baptism

Dealing With A Gassy Baby
Author: Michelle Higgins
Does your baby yell and cry non-stop without any apparent reason? Excessive gas in a newborn baby could be the culprit. Gassy and colicky babies present a perpetual challenge to their parents. Welcome to the rocky world of parenting. Gassy

Choosing a Daycare or Pre-School - Top Ten Safety Tips
Author: Michelle Annese
When it's time to put your child into a daycare or pre-school, there is some homework involved. Here are the top ten safety tips that are useful when looking for a pre-school or daycare center. Take the time to make sure the program is reputable

A New School Year
Author: Kimberly Chastain
Depending on where you live school will be starting this month or next month. A new school year is usually exciting and scary at the same time. Most children wont admit it, but they are ready to get back to school and see their friends. As much as I love

Halloween Safety
Author: Rachael Towle
Between the Harvest Festivals, Halloween parties and social gatherings, this Halloween season could be very busy for you and your family. This is why all parents should make safety the number one priority while having fun. It also never hurts to be

Kid Time And Couple Time
Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D.
Summary: Are you having trouble finding time to be with your children and to be with each other? Discover how important this balance is, and what may be the underlying issue in the way of couple time. A reader emailed me the following

The Laid Back Parents Guide To Teaching Your Child To Read
Author: Carrie Lauth
At first I thought of titling this article The Lazy Parent's Guide but then I realized that most parents aren't lazy, but they may have a slightly different philosophy about children and learning. If you're a big reader yourself or if you're

Tips For Buying Children's Books for Little Ones
Author: Gordon Remdon
Reading is seeing a return with more and more parents wanting their children to read. This has resulted in an increase in the sale of children's literature month by month. Parents want to catch their children young and get them hooked on to the written

On-the-Go Kids Snacks
Author: Heidi Combs
Remember the old TV shows, Leave it to Beaver, and, The Brady Bunch? The kids would wander in after school to find fresh-baked oatmeal cookies and frosty glasses of milk on the table for their after school snack. Mom (or was it the housekeeper?)

Finding The Best Child Care
Author: Rachel Branston
Why would you need childcare? Perhaps you are returning to work, it may only be a one off special occasion whatever your requirements you will want the best care available for your child. Personal recommendation is one way of finding the right

14 Ways To Boost Customer Response In A Tough Economy
Author: David Coyne
Things are rough today for online businesses. The economy is struggling to get back on track. Spam is clogging up the inboxes of everyone, making email marketing less effective. And anti-spam software seems delighted to target legitimate email as

Best Baby Shower Invitation Ideas
Author: Michael Oliver
The best baby shower invitation ideas help everyone to have fun without adding stress on the expectant mother. Planning for a newborn can be overwhelming to each family member, so providing the best baby shower invitation ideas with fun and little effort

Buying Gently Used Baby Clothing
Author: Kirsten Hawkins
Remember that adorable outfit you bought for your newborn - the one that cost you nearly $40, and got worn three times before it no longer fit? For such tiny things, baby clothing is expensive - and as fast as babies grow, they seldom see much wear. For