When Is Your Child Ready for a Cell Phone?

When Is Your Child Ready for a Cell Phone?

Moms / Mom Tips

Your child is ready to reach out and touch someone with his or her very own cell phone, which begs the question “how young is too young?” There’s no denying that we’re living in the age of technology where it seems like everyone is connected. Seeing a grade-school child with…

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Teaching Kids About Sharing

Teaching Kids About Sharing

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It may be the hardest thing for toddlers and preschoolers to do. No, we’re not talking about potty-training. The dreaded s-word – sharing – can incite tantrums like no other. But the earlier you start teaching and modeling sharing, the better your child will become at sharing. Start helping your…

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No More Tears: Get the Baby to Stop Crying

No More Tears: Get the Baby to Stop Crying

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Sometimes it seems that babies cry for absolutely no reason. You’ve fed, burped, changed and clothed the baby properly. You’ve ruled out illness. And if you have to play that Barney song one more time to get the baby to calm down, then you’re the one who’ll be crying. What…

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Single Parenting: One Is Enough

Single Parenting: One Is Enough

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More women than ever are the sole caregiver for their children, and that’s really OK. If you’re one of the many single moms out there, then you may worry about whether or not you’re giving your children everything they need – emotionally and in other ways. Experts say not to…

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Kids Have Stress, Too!

Kids Have Stress, Too!

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They may not wring their hands, yell or furrow their brows, but kids do experience stress, just like adults. Childhood may not be one big picnic for all kids, all the time. And just like adults, kids need healthy ways to relieve stress and relax. A calm, stable and reliable…

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What to Do During Airport Delays

What to Do During Airport Delays

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Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house these days tends to be a longer haul for families who have to fly to see relatives. So what’s a family to do when the inevitable happens on one of those trips? Being stranded in an airport during an extra-long…

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On the Go? Stock Your Purse

On the Go? Stock Your Purse

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If you’re a mom on the go, and your child has outgrown the diaper bag, then you may be stuck in “storage” limbo, without a place to put the various accessories that kids inevitably need. The answer is simply to get smart about what you tote and plan what you…

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Groom Your Children to be Good Pet Owners

Groom Your Children to be Good Pet Owners

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February is Responsible Pet Owners’ Month, and what better way to train your kids than to put them in charge of man’s best friend? While one of the main goals of this month is to encourage pet owners to spay or neuter their pets, the general theme is to encourage…

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Don’t Make Boo-Boos with Your First-Aid Kit

Don’t Make Boo-Boos with Your First-Aid Kit

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All families should have a first-aid kit – or two – on hand for emergencies. Gathering supplies ahead of time and educating your whole family on how to use the items in your kit is essential to handling emergencies. Treating minor injuries that happen around the home or while traveling…

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Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

Moms / Mom Tips

For many parents, the family holiday picture is the nightmare before Christmas. But with a few smart strategies, it’s not impossible to get that perfect shot for gifts or cards. Digital cameras have made getting the perfect shot super-simple, especially if you’re a do-it-yourselfer. Consider using a good candid shot…

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