1,369 articles related to "parenting"

Violence in Media

Violence in Media by: Brigette Meier In the news, we hear and see an increasing number of reports about violence among children. This goes from rude fights on the playground to armed incidents in schools that result in injuries or even casualtie...

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The Pregnancy Glow and Other Myths of Motherhood

The Pregnancy Glow and Other Myths of Motherhood by: Barbara A. Eastom Bates It happened during the ninth month of my first pregnancy. I was going through a department store check-out lane where a teenage girl was ringing up my purchases. She lo...

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Labeling is Disabling: Achieving Congruent Communication

Labeling is Disabling: Achieving Congruent Communication by: Azriel Winnett A small town, somewhere in the world, was managed by a town council of seven or eight members. The council normally met once a week. One member - let's call him Bil...

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The Top 10 Tips on Hiring a Babysitter

Top 10 Tips on Hiring a Babysitter by: Dr. Clare Albright1. Encourage your babysitter by keeping their favorite foods/snacks on hand.Write a thank you card to your babysitters a couple of times a year. Experienced parents always say, "When ...

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Children Allowance- Giving Kids Spending Power

Many parents find giving children allowance can be beneficial for the kids, in a number of ways. For starters it introduces children to the concept of money and spending. Also, if they are responsible for their own money they often feel more independ...

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Fun Ideas for Playgroup Activities

There are numerous definitions for playgroups. The dictionary defines a playgroup as a place for children not currently eligible for a formal education in elementary. In Singapore, it is a place where children can socialize and have fun. It is where ...

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Bed Wetting Alarms Can Be Useful

Bed Wetting Alarms Can Be Useful by: Graham Jones Whenever parents discuss how to deal with bed wetting, the topic of alarms inevitably gets raised. Bed wetting alarms can be useful devices, but in spite of the popularity with which they get dis...

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Diapering 101 - How To Fold And Use Cloth Diapers

Diapering 101 - How To Fold And Use Cloth Diapers by: Kirsten Hawkins Let's skip right past the great diaper debate and assume that you've read what there is to read, done your soul-searching, and made your decision - and for your baby...

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Extra-Cute Baby Outfits

Extra-Cute Baby Outfits by: Kirsten Hawkins Parents live vicariously through their children and play dress-up. One of the joys of being the parent of an infant comes in the form of choosing cute outfits for the baby to wear. Over the years, pare...

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5 Dolls You Can Buy Instead Of The American Girl Doll

Has your daughter asked for an American Girl Doll? Are you worried that it may be too expensive? Or wondering if she will even play with it? Thankfully there are other 18 inch dolls available that fit the American Girl doll clothes and furniture. Her...

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