526: Balancing Parenting Duties When One Parent Stays at Home
Keeping things fair for both parents and children is tough when one parent is with the kids far more than the other....

527: 5 Things That New Parents Should Know
Being a new parent can be pretty scary sometimes. You have this brand new little life that is completely dependent upon you....

528: At-Home Babysitting Service is the Best for Your Shy Child
A very common problem faced by parents of a toddler or a growing child is the idea of leaving their children alone at home....

529: Choosing the Right Toy to Give Your Child
Kids love toys, but sometimes the one they want most is almost impossible to find. What should you do?...

530: Has Parenting Style Been Analysed To Death?
Your parenting style will have a big bearing on how well adjusted your child will be to tackling life as an adult. We tell you why in this revealing report!...

531: Child Care Development: What All Carers Should Know
The environment that a child grows up in is a very important element in his development As longer hours are spent by children in child care facilities, it is important for administrators of these centers to be more diligent in looking into their programs for child care development...

532: Crib Safety Standards - What You Need To Know
Choosing a crib for your baby is the first of many important decisions you will make concerning your child While shopping for the crib may be fun and exciting it should also be taken quite seriously...

533: How Christmas Changed My Life - By A Dyslexic
When I look back, I was quite a privileged child in more ways than one I had a wonderful family and friends, lived in a lovely house with a large garden to play in...

534: How to chose a baby proofing company
A good way to start would be to ask yourself these questions . Are the providers you are considering credible , Do they have expertise in this area ,and what kind of experience do they have ? Are th...

535: Children’s Furniture: Must-haves For Your Kid’s Bedroom!
The bedroom is a place of sanctuary for most children It can be a place where they can think freely, explore their creativity, discover hidden talents, read, or listen to music...

536: How Children Benefit From Pretend Play Kitchen, Stores, And More
Once upon time, you may have worn your mother’s favorite apron while arranging miniature tea sets on a tiny table, serving imaginary tea and scones to your favorite doll Or you may have been in command of your action figures, leading them to the battlefield in the center of your living room...

537: The Magic Of Music, Toy Pianos, And Other Instruments
Music enchants children Its magic reaches out to them even inside the womb...

538: Savoring Summertime
An essay on slowing down and savoring the summer season with your family....

539: Seven Ideas for Simple Living
Here are seven ways you can refocus on the needs of your family and create lasting memories for your kids, all while remaining attentive to your own needs as a parent. And each is designed to take 15 minutes or less....

540: The Surrender of a SuperMom
In all of our efforts to prove our own Supermom skills, let us remember that it is sometimes rather endearing when we can not. To remember that may be to regain a lot of energy and a lot of time....

541: Daddies and Slippery Socks: A Salute to Fathers
There is just something about a Daddy. Here, we salute the fathers and grandfathers of the world....

542: The Short List: Some Thoughts on Time
Is there a subject more charged than that of time, especially among parents? It is the source of many of our conversations ("How are you?" "Busy!") and much of our guilt. Here are some thoughts on taming our own perception of time....

543: Fourteen Simple Indulgences for Autumn
As the kids go back to school, you can go back to you: your schedule, your friends, your goals. Here are fourteen simple indulgences to celebrate this season...

544: Curtains, Pancakes and Broom Hockey: 12 Ways to Build Self Esteem in Kids
Few things are as rewarding as seeing your child glow from the inside out. Here are twelve family activities that can help boost self esteem in children....

545: Are You Considering A Career In Childcare ?
It takes a love of children to decide on a career instructing them. It does not matter if it is preschool or college....

546: Advantages And Disadvantages Of Homeschooling
Like any major decision involving your child, you have to weigh the pros and cons before deciding if home education is the right choice for you and your family...

547: Holiday Gifts, Social Influences, And Parental Values
A few months ago I was watching public TV’s annual drive to raise money One of the primary offers for your pledge was a video of the “Doo Wop” music of the ‘50s and early ‘60s...

548: I Want My Body Back - A New Moms Guide to Getting Back in Shape
Getting back in shape after childbirth can be a major worry for many new moms. Discover how the right approach and mindset can get you the best results....

549: Seven Simple Ways to Save Money on Clothes
When you have a family, it is easy to spend way too much on clothes. Here are seven simple tips to help you save money on your clothing budget....

550: Parabens And Pregnancy - Should You Be Concerned?
Parabens have been used as preservatives since the early 1920s, and are utilised in preventing the growth of bacteria They are used in a wide range of consumer products, especially in cosmetics, including skin care products, shampoos and conditioners, facial and body cosmetics, sun screens, underarm products and soaps...