Funny Guy, Noble Cause
Writer Cris Cohen has been making readers laugh for over six years with his humorous take on the little things in life. Now, he's making a big difference by publishing a book to benefit The M
Category : Parenting : Health & Medical
Playing Make-Believe Games Together With Your Children
Playing make-believe is a great way to bond with your child. These imaginative make-believe games top the list of fun ways to spend a lazy evening.
The Oppositional Child and You
As parents, we all deal with the question of how to handle our children every day. When dealing with an oppositional child, this question becomes much more complex. It can seem like no matter what you say or do, your child simply refuses to behave appropriately, and you might feel like it's pur
Product Recalls
Do you have any of these recalled products in your home? Do you know anyone who does? All of these items have been recalled this year because they are dangerous to your children or your family. If you see something you own, stop using it immediately. Most companies offer free repair kits or replacem
Pumpkin Straw Craft
Other parents share their money saving tips. Here's how one stay-at-home mother saved money by making her son a homemade pumpkin straw.
Child Custody Modification Help
Some parents worry that once their custody order is set it can never change. Fortunately, parents can get their custody order modified if the need arises. Here's some help for figuring out how to get a child custody modification.
Babysitter
There are a variety of terms for individuals who work in in-home child care jobs. Babysitter is a common term and is not just for the care of babies.
How to Take an Infant to a Movie Theatre
As a new parent, eventually you will have to deal with the prospect of taking your baby along with you to the movies. The main obstacle is keeping her quiet so you and the rest of the people in the theater can enjoy the film. Since babies often cry when they're wanting something, plan for your baby'
How to Clean an Avent Steam Sterilizer
A sterilizer is a helpful item to have when feeding your baby. If you don't use an automatic dishwasher, or if your automatic dishwasher doesn't include a sterilizing option, it is especially useful to have a separate sterilizer to ensure your baby feeding supplies are clean and free of germs that
Potty Training Made Easy For You and Your Child
It just comes to your child--he wants to potty just like what bigger kids do. Guide him to take his first uneasy steps.
Moms, Kids, and Body Image
Girls get messages early about body image. Read more from the experts at WebMD about how they negatively impact eating habits.
Foods to Avoid Giving a Baby
A baby should eat safe foods.baby image by Yvonne Bogdanski from Fotolia.comAfter receiving doctor approval, it is time to feed your infant solid foods. This usually occurs when the baby is four to six months old, according to Baby Center. Before that time, baby formula and breast milk...
Choosing a Detergent For Cloth Diapers
Choosing a detergent is one of the most important parts of cloth diapering. It took me over two years to realize how important it really is to find a cloth diaper safe detergent. Without the proper care, your cloth diapers can get major detergent build up, causing odor, ammonia stink, chemical burns
Baby Clothes - Apparel You Need For a Comfy Baby
There are a lot of things that your baby will surely need as he grows old each day. Keep in mind that you need to provide him with comfortable apparels so that he will remain calm and at ease. Always make sure that the clothes and apparels that you will buy for him are safe and baby friendly.
Why Won't They Listen?
As a Licensed Professional Counselor working with children who have behavioral and emotional issues as well as their caregivers, since the early '90s I have noticed a disturbing trend. Children's problem behaviors seem to be getting more complicated.
Are You Reading to Your Kids?
With literacy being an ongoing issue in schools, parents are being reminded of the benefits of reading aloud to kids. Children develop important pre-reading skills, show improved imagination, self-expression as well as vocabulary. Read on...
Medicines You Should Not Give Your Baby
Until your baby is six months old, you should always consult with your pediatrician before giving your child any medicines. During the first few months of a child's life, it is incredibly important to only give him carefully measured doses of medication as recommended by your pediatrician. Admi
Keep Kids Safe on the Web - Tips For Kids and Parents
The Web provides a wonderful resource for entertaining and educating children, but dangers do exist and it is important for kids and parents to be aware of these dangers and to stay safe online. This article features practical advice for both kids and parents. Advice for Kids The Internet is full of
How to Help Teens With Sadness
What do you do when your teen comes to you feeling sad? Mostly we try to cheer them up by saying things like, "Don't worry, everything will be OK." We try to get their minds off their sadness by making them laugh or changing the subject. When we see our teen in pain we want to stop the bad feelings