Where Bacteria Lingers

Where Bacteria Lingers

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Does the thought of bacteria give you the creepy crawlies? Well, you can be harboring this hazardous element in bath toys, toothbrushes, sippy cups and other places. Believe it or not, bacteria can be hiding in places you never thought it would be. Think your bathtub is in the clear?…

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Are Clothing Arguments Wearing You Out?

Are Clothing Arguments Wearing You Out?

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“But Mom, I don’t want to wear that!” It’s the dreaded wardrobe discussion. For some, it might happen once in a blue moon, but other not-so-lucky parents might find themselves in engaged in the clothing power struggle on a daily basis. Whether your child is 2 or 12, there is…

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Using the Computer to Help Toddlers Learn

Using the Computer to Help Toddlers Learn

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Computers are an indispensable tool for older children, but when should parents start teaching their children computer skills? Many experts say that age two isn’t too early. At age two, educators say that kids have the hand-eye coordination and attention span to enjoy supervised computer time. There are programs online…

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Squash out Thumbsucking

Squash out Thumbsucking

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It’s a hard habit to break, but it can be done. We’re talking about the dreaded thumbsucking. Parents – take heart. Eventually, the time is going to come, probably just not soon enough. Research shows that 30 percent of preschool children still suck their thumbs, although most outgrow it by…

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13 Tips for Coping with Holiday Hangovers

13 Tips for Coping with Holiday Hangovers

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New year, same old dilemma — how do you stave off those horrid hangovers after the biggest party night of the year? While the only tried-and-true way to ward off is abstinence of alcoholic beverages, there are some steps you can take that may lessen the blow. Of course, there’s…

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6 Affordable Ideas for Teacher Gifts

6 Affordable Ideas for Teacher Gifts

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They teach your children well — so how do you express your gratitude? With the holiday season in full swing, you may feel like you need to buy presents for just about everyone, and your child’s teacher is no exception. The question is: How do you show your appreciation without…

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Penalty Box: Does The Crime Fit the Punishment?

Penalty Box: Does The Crime Fit the Punishment?

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You wouldn’t give someone the death penalty for running a red light, and the same rule of thumb should apply to your children’s wrongdoings. At the end of the day, you want to make sure the crime fits the punishment. For example, you don’t want to ground your 5-year-old child…

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Making Hair Accessories Last

Making Hair Accessories Last

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Talk about hair-owing. There’s nothing worse than spending top dollar on hair accessories, only to have them disappear after just one wear. Ribbons, bows, barrettes and headbands are just some of the standard hair staples that are part of every girl’s wardrobe. The problem is keeping track of these fancy…

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Educational Family Vacations

Educational Family Vacations

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Want to get a little something more out of your vacation than a sunburn or some souvenir mouse ears? Try taking the kids on an educational vacation this year, where they can supplement what they learn in school with some real family fun. Museums and zoos close to home are…

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Sneaky Discipline Tricks Teachers Use

Sneaky Discipline Tricks Teachers Use

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It’s sometimes amazing to watch what seems like an out-of-control child submit to a teacher’s bidding at school. Parents who are exasperated with their kids’ at-home antics can be really surprised when they watch their child interact successfully with their teachers away from home. How do teachers harness all that…

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