The words “Schools Out For Summer” strike joy into the hearts of children and often a sigh of relief for parents who are just as eager to take a break from homework as their progeny. However taking a complete break from the books for the entire summer can be problematic.
Studies have shown that children forget […]
Parents should be concerned about protecting their children from exposure to lead. “The reason for concern is there is no good level of lead in the body,” says Robert J. Geller, medical director of Georgia’s Poison Center.
Children’s Toys and Lead Paint
Most often, the lead danger present in toys comes from their paint. Ironically, although lead-based […]
Ever wondered why storks are so synonymous with childbirth? Why is it that people have been using them for their signage while announcing the birth of a child? There is an ancient history to this phenomenon, which has made this bird an integral part of pregnancy. This is why they are commonly used in every […]
For any mother perhaps nothing brings more joy than the birth of her child. If you are expecting a child then you will surely want to announce it to the whole world! Nothing looks cuter than a baby stork sign that you can place in your yard or lawn!
Cute baby signs
Sites like Stork […]
I’m really good at harping. And I’m not talking about the musical instrument. I may not have the foggiest idea how to strum a harp, but I sure am good at the other kind. Just ask my son.
Sometimes it starts before he even gets out of bed: “Let’s go…time to get up. Come on! Are […]
A Pure and Honest Kids Favorite!
At Pure and Honest Kids, we love the Claesen’s collection for its fun styles, bright colors, comfortable fit, top-quality fabrics and affordable prices! You’ll love Claesen’s, too, for all the same reasons and more!
Claesen’s was launched in 1994 in Amsterdam. Three friends were inspired to create a new underwear brand. […]
If your child
• seems very frustrated when trying to read
• has started to avoid reading altogether,
• or has started to fight going to school
He or she may be dyslexic. And that is very good news.
It’s good news, because dyslexia really is a talent, once you get past the reading challenge, and there are ways […]
You see all these mothers being supermoms. They have kids who excel in academics and in extracurricular activities, and judging from their kids’ book display, they are rearing Einsteins. They know how to cook, bake, sew, garden, and decorate. They keep immaculate houses. And to top it all off, they look so put together!
And here […]
It is your toy store nightmare. Your child is throwing a tantrum on the store’s floor, shrieking his head off, and obnoxiously demanding for that toy. You are helplessly looking on, while you are receiving judgmental glares and piteous looks from other shoppers, which make you want to curl up and hide in the wood […]
Toilet or potty training can be a challenging and sometimes frustrating time for parents and toddlers. This guide offers a common sense guide to preparing for toilet training and navigating to success.
Toilet or potty training can be a frustrating time for parents and toddlers. My wife and I are getting to the end of toilet […]
Is your baby gassy?
If your baby relentlessly seems to be bothered by painful gas due to colic, as a parent, you may be extremely upset and frustrated when all your attempts to calm her come to no avail. You want to bring your baby that much-needed relief from the pain, but you don’t know where […]
“We have a ten month old daughter who has slept very well from an early age,” says P. Cade McDonald, founder and CEO of achooallergy.com. “One of the factors I attribute to this is the air purifier we placed in her room.”
Air purifiers not only eliminate allergens, odors, and toxic chemicals, but they also produce […]
The Encarta World English Dictionary defines “enmesh” as “to entangle somebody or something in something from which it is difficult to be extricated or separated.”
Are you entangled with your children in a way that is limiting both you and your children?
Parents may enmesh with children when they want control over their children and they want […]
Around 11,000 babies are born daily in the United States. Each and every one of them is at risk of child abuse. Lest you think that your child will not be one of them, remember that child abuse also happens outside the protective shelter of your home. It can happen in schools, in malls, in […]
Experiencing a colic episode is extremely traumatic. You feel helpless, angry and frustrated when everything you try to stop the crying fails miserably. You feel like you’re a bad parent or that your baby hates you. But, don’t despair. Empower yourself with the colic remedy everyone thinks sounds crazy, but absolutely helps. Buy your baby […]
Cases of Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD, have been on the rise in recent years. Doctors are finally realizing that a true physical disability can be present in both children and adults in order to cause them to have a reduced attention span and increased hyperactivity. If you’re raising a child with ADD, what are […]
The different support groups especially for those parenting alone is not a new idea, they are now working from sometime and are nearly available everywhere. They are in a large number to select from, however those, which are in the vicinity of your office or living place, will suite you better.
“Parents without partners” is one […]
It’s not easy choosing a name for your baby, but it may be one of the most important and exciting things you do during your pregnancy. In all cultures name is tied so closely to identity, that even the name we choose for our child can affect the perception others have of them, particularly the […]
The sponsors of a medical cannabis initiative appearing on South Dakota’s ballot in November are suing the state Attorney General over his misleading summary of the initiative, apparently designed to encourage a negative reaction in voters. The AG must write a neutral summary of each state ballot initiative. In this case, his first act was […]
In parenting college students during their launching years (generally the first two years in college), parents want to stay connected with their emerging adults while respecting their need for independence and privacy. Parents are often in a quandary about staying involved in the lives of their children but not overstepping the parents’ welcome into their […]
Parenting college students is as important as parenting our younger children. The influence of the parent can have a profound effect on their emerging adult. In parenting college students, Moms and Dads deal with power struggles and emotional volatility that are challenging. This is all part of the maturation process. There is also […]