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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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231. Shaping a Healthy Body Image for Kids
[MOMS]
"I look fat." "My butt is too big." "My arms look jiggly." How often do you find yourself complaining about your physical flaws in front of your children? Unless the answer is never, it's one too many times. {relatedarticles}By showing that you have a lack of self love to your children, you may be creating a monster. Having a negative body image is one of the traits you don't want to pass on to your children, especially because it can... Read More
"I look fat." "My butt is too big." "My arms look jiggly." How often do you find yourself complaining about your physical flaws in front of your children? Unless the answer is never, it's one too many times. {relatedarticles}By showing that you have a lack of self love to your children, you may be creating a monster. Having a negative body image is one of the traits you don't want to pass on to your children, especially because it can... Read More
232. I Swear! Why Those Four-Letter Words Are Foul
[MOMS]
It's every parent's worst nightmare -- you're at a family gathering or birthday party when your young child drops the "S" bomb, or even worse, the "F" bomb. Your face is on fire, and you're absolutely mortified. Surely everybody knows that they heard the expletive from you, which means you're likely to blame. The bad news is that children often repeat what they hear, including those foul four-letter words. {relatedarticles}According to... Read More
It's every parent's worst nightmare -- you're at a family gathering or birthday party when your young child drops the "S" bomb, or even worse, the "F" bomb. Your face is on fire, and you're absolutely mortified. Surely everybody knows that they heard the expletive from you, which means you're likely to blame. The bad news is that children often repeat what they hear, including those foul four-letter words. {relatedarticles}According to... Read More
233. Germ-Fighting Baby Gear Everybody Should Have
[MOMS]
As a new parent, the thought of your young child being exposed to germs can be downright frightening. While there are no guarantees that your little one won't get sick, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk. It's all about investing in the right protection. For example, did you know that the grocery cart has more bacteria on it than the toilet seat in a public restroom? According to researchers, it's one of the biggest risk... Read More
As a new parent, the thought of your young child being exposed to germs can be downright frightening. While there are no guarantees that your little one won't get sick, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk. It's all about investing in the right protection. For example, did you know that the grocery cart has more bacteria on it than the toilet seat in a public restroom? According to researchers, it's one of the biggest risk... Read More
234. Be Sun Savvy: Set to Protect
[MOMS]
The heat is on - and it's only going to get worse. All the SPF in the world often isn't enough to protect your child from the beating sun in those hotter-than-heck months. But there is a ray of light. You can take other fool-proof measures to cover your kids up and keep them from being burnt to a crisp. Of course, sunscreen is always your first line of defense. It should be applied before your child ever leaves the house. Even on cloudy... Read More
The heat is on - and it's only going to get worse. All the SPF in the world often isn't enough to protect your child from the beating sun in those hotter-than-heck months. But there is a ray of light. You can take other fool-proof measures to cover your kids up and keep them from being burnt to a crisp. Of course, sunscreen is always your first line of defense. It should be applied before your child ever leaves the house. Even on cloudy... Read More
235. Serve Kid-Friendly Fruit for Dinner
[MOMS]
Watermelon soup? Pasta with strawberries? Topping a burger with kiwi? It may sound strange, but there are lots of ways to incorporate summer fruit into your dinner dishes to take advantage of antioxidants like lycopene and vitamin C. How about some plum pizza? A ready-made pizza shell brushed with a little oil, topped with plum slices and sprinkled with feta cheese, then baked to perfection makes a salty-sweet dish that the kids will... Read More
Watermelon soup? Pasta with strawberries? Topping a burger with kiwi? It may sound strange, but there are lots of ways to incorporate summer fruit into your dinner dishes to take advantage of antioxidants like lycopene and vitamin C. How about some plum pizza? A ready-made pizza shell brushed with a little oil, topped with plum slices and sprinkled with feta cheese, then baked to perfection makes a salty-sweet dish that the kids will... Read More
236. Feast on These Dinnertime Rituals
[MOMS]
If you can't stand the heat, get some help in the kitchen. When it comes to the dinner rush, it feels like there's so much to do in so little time. So why not recruit some help? Your children are the perfect assistants. From prepping the food to setting the table, there's a laundry list of duties that would be ideal for your children. You may even want to make the responsibilities part of their daily chores. Encourage your child to be a... Read More
If you can't stand the heat, get some help in the kitchen. When it comes to the dinner rush, it feels like there's so much to do in so little time. So why not recruit some help? Your children are the perfect assistants. From prepping the food to setting the table, there's a laundry list of duties that would be ideal for your children. You may even want to make the responsibilities part of their daily chores. Encourage your child to be a... Read More
237. The Pitfalls of Naming Baby
[MOMS]
What's in a name? A whole lot. Just ask Dweezil Zappa, Bronx Mowgli, Suri Cruise and other celebrity offspring who've been the unlucky recipients of some mindless monikers. Naming your children is a responsibility that one shouldn't take lightly. What you decide in an instant will stay with your child for a lifetime. While some parents might think it's cute to give their spawn some off-the-wall name, it's highly unlikely that their... Read More
What's in a name? A whole lot. Just ask Dweezil Zappa, Bronx Mowgli, Suri Cruise and other celebrity offspring who've been the unlucky recipients of some mindless monikers. Naming your children is a responsibility that one shouldn't take lightly. What you decide in an instant will stay with your child for a lifetime. While some parents might think it's cute to give their spawn some off-the-wall name, it's highly unlikely that their... Read More
238. Help Your Kids Move On
[MOMS]
Moving to another home is always stressful, regardless of whether or not you have children. The transition can be tough on the whole family, and kids might take a move pretty hard, depending on their age. The decision to make a move might not be an option, depending on your work or lifestyle situation, but if it is negotiable, then there are a few questions you must ask yourself before moving. If your family has recently dealt with... Read More
Moving to another home is always stressful, regardless of whether or not you have children. The transition can be tough on the whole family, and kids might take a move pretty hard, depending on their age. The decision to make a move might not be an option, depending on your work or lifestyle situation, but if it is negotiable, then there are a few questions you must ask yourself before moving. If your family has recently dealt with... Read More
239. Economical Nursery Decor
[MOMS]
With all the expenses that come with a new baby, you may be wondering how to get a cheap - but chic - look for your nursery. Truthfully, the only people who will care how it's decorated are the baby's caretakers - in other words, you and your partner. Newborns are unable to focus on shapes and distinguish colors, so the way you decorate really isn't going to have much of an impact. But you want the room to be attractive, soothing... Read More
With all the expenses that come with a new baby, you may be wondering how to get a cheap - but chic - look for your nursery. Truthfully, the only people who will care how it's decorated are the baby's caretakers - in other words, you and your partner. Newborns are unable to focus on shapes and distinguish colors, so the way you decorate really isn't going to have much of an impact. But you want the room to be attractive, soothing... Read More
240. Fall Fun: Be a Weekend Warrior
[MOMS]
After a long, hot summer, autumn is a breath of fresh air... literally. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing and there's a world of possibilities when it comes to fun fall family activities everybody is sure to enjoy. {relatedarticles}Team sports are always a good option. Between football, cheerleading, soccer, hockey and other autumn sports, you can definitely fill up your calendar with practices and games. In addition... Read More
After a long, hot summer, autumn is a breath of fresh air... literally. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing and there's a world of possibilities when it comes to fun fall family activities everybody is sure to enjoy. {relatedarticles}Team sports are always a good option. Between football, cheerleading, soccer, hockey and other autumn sports, you can definitely fill up your calendar with practices and games. In addition... Read More
