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- Baby Temperature Range, Method and Implication - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Charles BergerWhen you are taking care of a baby, there are just some things that you need to do. You are not only required to feel and give a bath to your baby but there are some other important things that you need to do. One of these things is to know the baby temperature range. What is a baby temperature ...
Views: 756 - Keeping Babies Contained and Entertained - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Sunflowers MediaHighchairs, pack and plays, cribs and car seats, baby swings, bouncy seats and walkers, not to mention strollers, carriers and backpacks for hiking. What do all these wonderful things have in common? They all try to keep our babies safe and happy. Contained where they won't get into trouble and ...
Views: 456 - Some Facts About Children And Television - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Nitish KumarTill today, television is considered to be the most effective mass medium that can reach a large number of masses throughout the world. Though there are different ways of communication and entertainment that have been developed over the last two decades, still it failed to harm the popularity of ...
Views: 452 - Selecting The Best Baby Monitor - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Benjamen LempneroIf you want to buy a baby monitor, you are about to find out just how confusing the whole process can be! Now there are different manufacturers, different brands, different sizes and shapes and styles. More specifically, there are many varieties, which can be wired into your home, or plugged ...
Views: 570 - Children need routine to succeed at school - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Victoria BallardWe all know how important a daily routine is for our family, but this new study sheds some very interesting information we wanted to share with you. We at The Victoria Chart Company know the importance of regular bedtimes, family meals together, daily routines and we support this ethos in our ...
Views: 1604 - Do You realize What Qualities Your Tutor Agency is Looking for in your Kid's Future Full-time Tutor? Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Thomas A BassThe decision to use a full-time live-in tutor can possess a monumental effect on household existence. Maybe the tutor is getting employed to help solution academic challenges, or retain a consistent training for the kid when your loved ones travels extensively. Maybe conventional schooling has ...
Views: 666 - Do Your Children Get It? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Thomas A BassHave you actually asked a harmful query of someone? At times as homeschool dad and mom, we inquire questions to which we currently understand the answer, but on occasion, we're seeking insight or perspective from our children, so we ask a risky query of them. It commonly begins with "What do ...
Views: 393 - 10 Ways to Stop Gangs without Money! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Stephanie MannAmerica slowly evolved from “In God we trust” to the “me generation” demanding rights without a sense of responsibility to neighbors or community. The loss of community involvement has contributed to the growth of criminal gangs. When families break down, children can become angry. They can find ...
Views: 1767(3 votes) - Fictional Understanding - Kids Are Just Not Needed - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Thomas A BassWe've produced a culture [John Gatto argues inside the Underground History of American Schooling Our educational system is, in a very actual way, not much more than one particular giant daycare center from pre-K to graduation from school. [As crazy as it sounds, you'll be able to obtain a ...
Views: 404 - Five Points to Account for While Installing An Infant Car Seat - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Matthew JohnsonWhoever thought it is easy to install an infant car seat, think again. You might think that the instruction manual will provide step-by-step instructions which are easy to follow. Practically speaking, there are several factors that you need to consider while installing the seat. In fact the ...
Views: 603 - Bullying: Who and What is a Bully? Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtThis week my son started a conversation with me out of the blue; something was on his mind and bothering him. He began by saying, “There’s a naughty boy at school. He’s bigger than me and older than me.” “Why is he naughty?” I asked. “Well, he doesn’t let me do things.” “Like ...
Views: 806 - The Inner Child: Why Is It Important To Heal The Inner Child? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe term ‘inner child’ is not something that can be easily understood. It is somewhat hard to relate to and even harder to be taken seriously. So then; what is the inner child? I see the inner child as a combination of childhood memories and these appear to primarily exist just above the ...
Views: 1029 - Practical Parenting Tips to Consider in Raising Teens - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Aidan MitchelWith consumerism, massive media intrusion in normal everyday life, and the disintegration of family and community, creating unique and challenging pressures on today’s adolescents, many teens of today are experiencing more change more rapidly than any previous generation. As lower social and ...
Views: 655 - How To Make Best Baby Shower Invitations - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Mark JohansonsA baby shower is really a party distributed by the anticipating mother or even the couple’s buddies, relatives, or even colleagues. People like to invite the actual friends as well as relatives, from the parents-to-be to some chosen location. It is very challenging in order to plan an infant ...
Views: 611 - Invalidation: The Abused Childs Greatest Pain - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo be validated as a child is highly important in creating a functional and psychologically healthy adult. When this validation is not received and a child is invalidated, it can lead to all kinds of problems If a child is abused in some way, one of the most important things, if not the most ...
Views: 1828 - How to Get the Best Adviser for Your Teen and Psychiatrist - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from M. W. DoaresAll advisors are not equal when it comes to achieving success with the teen. Only if a physician complete working knowledge of adolescent counseling, he or she can successfully get the best results of the teenager. While it may be difficult to find a counselor, I really want to know the best ...
Views: 747 - Working Mothers: How to Save Time Doing Laundry - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtHave you ever walked down to the basement, saw piles of laundry in the corner of your eye, felt a pit in your stomach at how behind you are then tried to forget about it so you didn’t have to feel overwhelmed anymore? This is a common story that working moms talk to me about; it’s their ...
Views: 767 - What Every Mother Should Know About Baby Temperature Low - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Charles BergerWhat Every Mother Should Know About Baby Temperature Low Taking care of a baby requires you to know about many things and responsibilities that should not be neglected. One of the most important things that you need to do is to check the temperature or the body heat of the baby regularly. ...
Views: 467 - Divorce and Supporting Your Children - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Stacy RocheleauUnfortunately these days, divorce is a reality many couples must deal with. It is estimated that approximately 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. Many couples, during the course of their relationships, have children who are affected by their life decisions. It is painful for both spouses ...
Views: 434 - Choosing a Jogging Stroller - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Ali Raza GhauriYou are ready to get into shape. That baby fat has been sitting there for a few months now, and you have no excuse, not to start a good fitness program. You love to jog, and your baby loves the outdoors, so a jogging stroller purchase is the new discussion at your dinner table. Researching for ...
Views: 1090 - Understanding Boys - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallHopefully, society is well past the "politically correct" theory (an oxymoron in a democratic society) that the ONLY difference between a male and a female is in socialization-—that aside from reproductive organs, there is no difference between the sexes neurologically, psychologically, or ...
Views: 836 - What Should be The Best Baby Announcements Wording - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Mark JohansonsThere's so a lot joy happening in most parent's existence, especially newborn had showed up. The waiting around is lastly over, which is time for your baby delivery announcements. To make that very first impression, the delivery announcement credit cards shall perform the show-off on their ...
Views: 1325 - Hope For Love And Future Generations - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Mary SnedonHope for a generation. What does that really mean? We continue on with the only way we know how, live our individual lives, find a career, have our own circle of friends, and find someone to marry. Eventually we discover this doesn’t solve our problems, doesn’t fulfil our needs. So we have ...
Views: 1108(1 vote) - What Every Mothers Should Know About Chinese Baby Predictor - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2012 from Charles BergerEvery couple would wish to have a child in the family to make it complete. Along with the wish of having a child is the excitement to know the gender of the baby the couple would want. But, is it possible to know the gender of your baby? Today, there are many types of test that you can do in ...
Views: 635(1 vote) - The BIG Secret to Getting Your Kids to Behave - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtEver wonder why some days your kids just seem to test you, rebel against you or resist everything you ask of them? That happened to me a couple of days ago and I want to share with you how I resolved this issue. My family has been on holidays for the past two weeks. Due to a variety of life ...
Views: 653 - The Many Reasons Why MMA Training Is Beneficial For Your Kids - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Travis LutterThere are MMA mixed reactions among parents regarding the idea of getting their kids involved in training. The truth is that MMA training for kids can be very beneficial. The various forms of martial arts have been used for many centuries as a form of self-defence and exercise. Mixed martial ...
Views: 606 - Abuse: What Causes Abuse? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIt can be difficult to describe what abuse is and this is because the word ‘Abuse’ can mean different things to different people. For one person it might relate to emotional pain, for another it might involve physical pain. With there being different degrees of pain and hurt within these two ...
Views: 1580 - Intimacy: What Causes The Fear Of Intimacy? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIntimacy can mean different things to different people. It is a word that has numerous meanings and interpretations. The meaning I am going to be looking at here is closeness. Although closeness is usually experienced in relationships of the opposite sex, it can be experienced in any ...
Views: 5955 - Baby Temperature Armpit: A Guide for Parents - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Charles BergerWhen you are taking care of a baby, there are some things and reminders that you need to do and one of them is to check the baby temperature armpit. What is a baby temperature armpit? How do you get a baby temperature armpit? Why is it important to get the baby temperature armpit? Get all the ...
Views: 1002 - Is Your Child Safe at Sleepovers? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Brenda TrottChildhood sleep overs are often a part of growing up. As parents we do everything we can to make sure they are safe and make safe choices when they are away from home, but without our support some things aren't as easy for them as they are for adults. Why they can't always do what we teach ...
Views: 727 - Believe It or Not, Lots of Attention Makes a Child Weak - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Personality Styles in Parenting... Recently, I talked with John, a very frustrated dad. He described a recurring incident with his six-year-old son, Aaron, that just made him want to climb the walls. This particular afternoon, Aaron and his friend, Suzanne, were ...
Views: 1129 - You ARE Love - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Jan DeniseYou ARE Love By Jan Denise From the time we learn the word “no,” we begin to get the message that what we would do naturally is “bad.” As young children, we can’t make a distinction between our behavior and ourselves, so we buy into a lie—the lie that in order to be good enough we have to ...
Views: 877(2 votes) - Inner Child Work in Heartbeat Nurturing Therapy - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Amara KarunaGiving Voice to The Inner Parts Emotionally, we are made up of many different feelings, patterns and habits, which can be looked at as separate aspects of our personality. They can be called sub-personalities or personas, or just patterns. Each of these inner voices has an important message ...
Views: 1740(2 votes) - A Great Routine For School-Aged Children - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtHere's a question to ask yourself: Are parents who take their children to many after-school classes better parents than those who don't? Thought provoking, isn't it? With the amount of choices that exist today, parents feel pressured to send their children to music class, dance class, ...
Views: 3991 - Smile…It's Picture Time - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Belinda CarsonWhen I was in school, I always looked forward to taking our yearbook pictures. Not quite as much as I looked forward to field day on the last day of school, but picture day was still a big deal. I always picked out my best outfit. I took extra care with my hair and made sure my face was ...
Views: 379 - Which road do I need to consider to rear a great baby? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Kaylee VillemaretteWhich street do I must choose to rear a fantastic youngster? To not mention, you might have to get started on performing to the baby's nursery as well. With postnatal preparations, you also must get ready with the arrival within your child. The method of becoming a whole new father or ...
Views: 522 - Tests For Predicting Baby Gender - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Emily BellHaving a baby in life brings new responsibilities and challenges to raise one. Knowing the gender beforehand gives preparation for couples on what to expect when expecting. Out of a research poll that has been done, 83% of women actually prefer and have the desire to know the gender of the baby, ...
Views: 1035 - Rules, Stress, and Parenting - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallWhen raising and disciplining children, many parents rely on rules. In reality, though, the use of the term “rules” in parenting is often counterproductive. Rules are used to control, not inspire. Although essential in games, rules are counterproductive in relationships. Think of it this ...
Views: 824 - Sports Themed Kids Bedding for the Little Enthusiast At Home - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Victor JamesA sports enthusiast understands the fun, excitement and pleasure it brings to fan. It is seen that kids, especially boys take interest in sports at the very early age. Whether it is basketball, soccer, baseball or anything else, kids take similar or sometimes more pleasure than adults while ...
Views: 828 - Mother Quotes From The Heart - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerThis article presents inspirational mother quotes, quotes that come from the heart of mothers (which include quotes about mothers) that I gathered from moms who attended my parenting classes. Sometimes touching, sometimes educational, these mother quotes give personal insight into the ...
Views: 1467 - Behavior Management Tips For Parents - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerEach week, select one of these tips to focus on. You might jot the affirmation down onto an index card, so you can review the affirmation often throughout the day, to help you stay on track. “This week I will remember to maintain my peace and poise, understanding that I place my child in ...
Views: 726 - Daily Parents Guidance - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerHere are twelve mother quotes regarding parenting that fathers can certainly benefit from pondering: I understand that how I see my child in my mind is a form of self-fulfilling prophecy. I envision my child as a winner, as I feel confident in my child’s ability to successfully meet life’s ...
Views: 578 - Parenting Kids Without Punishment - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerBeing a parent is without a doubt among the most demanding jobs on earth – that is, if you strive to be a great parent. Like any other endeavor, though, you can slide by in parenting if you choose. But if you do strive to be the very best parent for your child that you can be, one of the most ...
Views: 544 - Are You Teaching Your Children To Not Listen? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerPositive Discipline is about teaching children, in a loving way that preserves their healthy self-esteem, to behave well ON THEIR OWN. It is also about teaching children to heed our directions when we need to direct. We teach children to IGNORE our directions, and our corrections, when deliver ...
Views: 492 - Winning With Willful Children - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerIn the parent-child relationship, regard your child’s attitudes and behaviors as reflections of your own. The 3-year-old who has been displaying“strong-willed” tendencies sinceearly infancy is most likely portraying the strong-willed character of a parent. While you can look at this as a ...
Views: 830 - Parent Stress-Relief - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerIn the midst of the hustle and bustle of parenting kids, a common mistake involves the parent focusing too much on the child’s inappropriate action, and not focusing enough on the parent’s reaction to that action. For instance, say your toddler is behaving inappropriately in a public setting, ...
Views: 604 - How To Create A Behavior Problem - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerOne positive discipline influence often overlooked by parents has to do with the quality of the child’s surroundings and routine. To behave well, children need a number of essential ingredients. Among these are: 1.An orderly, stable home environment 1.An orderly daily routine Both of these ...
Views: 643 - The Trials and Tribulations of Child Behavior - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerBeing a parent is the toughest job on the planet. There are no simple tips or easy ways to handle child behavior. Kids are merely little adults that have a lifetime of learning in front of them. They need to learn how to behave as well as what is expected from them at an early age. Children are ...
Views: 498 - Improving The Relationship Between Parents and Their Children - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerParents influence their children in many ways, but none may be more significant than the quality of the relationship between parents and their children. The quality of the relationship between parents and their children exerts one of the strongest influences upon child behavior. When parents ...
Views: 1896 - Solutions For Easier Child Behavior Management - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Bob LancerDealing with child behavior is sometimes incredibly difficult. The most common child behavior problem can push any parent over the edge, including: Crying on and on Rejecting "no" for an answer Outright defiance Disrespectful "back talk" Picky eating Refusing to do household chores or ...
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