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Help for Stressed-Out Moms Turning to Alcohol

We are hearing more and more about alcohol abuse and women. There seems to be a growing trend in the 30 to 40-something year old moms that fall into one of two categories: 1)Alcohol abusers that are dealing with the stress of trying to maintain a c...

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Baby Led Weaning Onto Solids - What Your Baby Needs

Have you reached that stage with your baby when it is time for weaning onto solids? No need to worry, it can be so straightforward. Baby led solids/weaning is something you must look into! Child-led weaning onto solids is not some thing new. For yea...

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Selecting A Nanny, Au Pair Or Babysitter

Personality tests can help parents learn more and choose better. Selecting a caregiver for our children is a difficult task and the risks in making a wrong choice are frightening. Most articles on this topic advise parents to interview the nannies, ...

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Play, Laugh, Grow – Learning To Play With Your Child

Play, Laugh, Grow – Learning To Play With Your Child by: News Canada (NC)—The first year of a child's life is a prime time for exploring. Babies are excited and eager to learn about the world around them and playing is essential to a ch...

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Goal Setting for Kids

Goal Setting for Kids by: Cecile Peterkin Goal setting is essential for building a successful life. However, teaching kids how to set and achieve goals is not part of most school curriculums, nor is it taught in most homes. Many parents never le...

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The Great Baby Name Debate

Winifred or Willow? Thomas or Troy? The name you choose for your child will last a lifetime. Whether you’re looking for something original that will stand out from the crowd or a traditional name that people will instantly recognize, choosing a na...

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Mommy & Baby: Feeding

Mommy & Baby: Feeding by: Kirsten Hawkins If you are a mom who intends to breastfeed her baby, start as soon as practical after the baby is born. Some of this will depend on the hospital’s procedures with newborns; there are hospitals which te...

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Using Kangaroo Mother Care: Tips for Parents To Keep Post Natal Depression Away

There are now many available studies that clearly evidence the link between Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) and a reduction in the occurrence of Postnatal Depression (PND). As a potential remedial measure for PND, it makes sense to confirm any positive li...

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7 Things to Consider Before You Buy a Stroller

As a parent, one of the most important decisions you can make when purchasing baby gear is which baby stroller to buy. A good stroller should not only be comfortable and safe for your baby, it should be functional and stylish as well. Because travel...

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Tips for Potty Training a Boy

Potty training is a big deal for a little boy. They go from being a little boy to a big boy instantly. Potty training is easy for some boys but some boys have a harder time taking that next step. Parents often have to figure out creative ways to ...

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