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81. Milestones: Is Your Baby Making Them?
[MOMS]
New parents seem to sweat the small stuff more than seasoned parents. And while it's true that babies develop at different rates, depending on when they were born, their temperament and myriad other factors, there are a few milestones that parents should look for as they enjoy watching baby grow. That grin you see on your 2-month-old's face might be gas, as his grandparents may like to say, but it also could be that your baby is... Read More
New parents seem to sweat the small stuff more than seasoned parents. And while it's true that babies develop at different rates, depending on when they were born, their temperament and myriad other factors, there are a few milestones that parents should look for as they enjoy watching baby grow. That grin you see on your 2-month-old's face might be gas, as his grandparents may like to say, but it also could be that your baby is... Read More
82. The Kids and the Furry: Time for a Pet?
[MOMS]
If your family doesn't already have a furry friend - or your kids don't get along with the pet - then the time may come when they start begging for a cat, dog, snake...who knows? Be prepared to field their requests by assessing first whether or not your family is ready to take on the responsibility of owning a pet. First, figure out who the pet will belong to - will it be the entire family's responsibility, solely your child's... Read More
If your family doesn't already have a furry friend - or your kids don't get along with the pet - then the time may come when they start begging for a cat, dog, snake...who knows? Be prepared to field their requests by assessing first whether or not your family is ready to take on the responsibility of owning a pet. First, figure out who the pet will belong to - will it be the entire family's responsibility, solely your child's... Read More
83. Give Your Child the Salon Treatment
[MOMS]
Does the thought of shampooing and conditioning your child's lovely locks make you want to pull your own hair out? The number of children who actually enjoy having their hair washed is few and far between. But that doesn't mean you can't make the normally painstaking process more fun. The secret is to transform your bathroom into a salon. You won't believe how quickly those screams turn to squeals when you give your little one the royal... Read More
Does the thought of shampooing and conditioning your child's lovely locks make you want to pull your own hair out? The number of children who actually enjoy having their hair washed is few and far between. But that doesn't mean you can't make the normally painstaking process more fun. The secret is to transform your bathroom into a salon. You won't believe how quickly those screams turn to squeals when you give your little one the royal... Read More
84. Household Safety Hazards
[MOMS]
You've got the house babyproofed with all the gadgets and preventive tools that should keep young kids out of the dangerous areas of your home. No worries, right? Wrong. There are hidden hazards in the home that can do serious damage to a child. Be extra-careful and warn children of their risks. Start in the bathroom. Those safety suction cups on the bottom of bath seats aren't always reliable. Bath seats and rings are convenient for Mom... Read More
You've got the house babyproofed with all the gadgets and preventive tools that should keep young kids out of the dangerous areas of your home. No worries, right? Wrong. There are hidden hazards in the home that can do serious damage to a child. Be extra-careful and warn children of their risks. Start in the bathroom. Those safety suction cups on the bottom of bath seats aren't always reliable. Bath seats and rings are convenient for Mom... Read More
85. Rainy Day Paint Play
[MOMS]
Regardless of whether they're stuck inside, on a play date or just feeling artistic, painting is just plain fun for kids. So if you hear the dreaded complaints of "I'm bored!" this summer, then just don some smocks and go to town to create some artistic masterpieces. Even the youngest kids in your family can enjoy paint. It's just a matter of playing with their food - babies and toddlers will enjoy vanilla yogurt with different food... Read More
Regardless of whether they're stuck inside, on a play date or just feeling artistic, painting is just plain fun for kids. So if you hear the dreaded complaints of "I'm bored!" this summer, then just don some smocks and go to town to create some artistic masterpieces. Even the youngest kids in your family can enjoy paint. It's just a matter of playing with their food - babies and toddlers will enjoy vanilla yogurt with different food... Read More
86. Keep an Eye on Your Child's Peepers
[MOMS]
Jeepers, creepers, are you keeping an eye on those peepers? Making sure your kids have healthy eyes is extremely important. That means you need to take action now... and not wait until eye issues arise. Newborn babies should be examined to make sure eyes are functioning properly. After one year, babies should be screened during their annual check-up. By age four, toddlers should have received an eye screening and visual acuity... Read More
Jeepers, creepers, are you keeping an eye on those peepers? Making sure your kids have healthy eyes is extremely important. That means you need to take action now... and not wait until eye issues arise. Newborn babies should be examined to make sure eyes are functioning properly. After one year, babies should be screened during their annual check-up. By age four, toddlers should have received an eye screening and visual acuity... Read More
87. Couponing: Moms' Favorite Pastime?
[MOMS]
There's a hot new hobby that have launched a thousand blogs, inspired a whole lot of classes and saved families cash on the things they buy all the time, like groceries. Maybe it's a result of the recession, but couponing has become all the rage for moms who want to save a lot of money on groceries, kids' items and much more. Many might ask, how hard can it be? I just cut the coupons I see in the paper or wherever, and I take them to the... Read More
There's a hot new hobby that have launched a thousand blogs, inspired a whole lot of classes and saved families cash on the things they buy all the time, like groceries. Maybe it's a result of the recession, but couponing has become all the rage for moms who want to save a lot of money on groceries, kids' items and much more. Many might ask, how hard can it be? I just cut the coupons I see in the paper or wherever, and I take them to the... Read More
88. Is Your Kid a Video Game Addict?
[MOMS]
Does your kid plunk down in front of the PlayStation or Wii, or grab his Nintendo DS first thing when he gets home from school? If you're concerned about the frequency at which your child is playing video games, then it may be time to take a look at his habits. Many experts believe pathological gaming - or addiction - in kids parallels that of the general population. One study found video game addiction at less than 9 percent of kids who... Read More
Does your kid plunk down in front of the PlayStation or Wii, or grab his Nintendo DS first thing when he gets home from school? If you're concerned about the frequency at which your child is playing video games, then it may be time to take a look at his habits. Many experts believe pathological gaming - or addiction - in kids parallels that of the general population. One study found video game addiction at less than 9 percent of kids who... Read More
89. Natural Remedies for Colds and Stomachaches
[MOMS]
When your child is sick, you just want to help him feel better as quickly as possible. But did you know that your first line of defense might be waiting in your pantry or cupboard, instead of in the medicine cabinet? Home remedies have been successful in treating common bugs like colds and stomachaches for ages, and you can put them to work next time your child isn't feeling well. When your child is suffering from a common virus... Read More
When your child is sick, you just want to help him feel better as quickly as possible. But did you know that your first line of defense might be waiting in your pantry or cupboard, instead of in the medicine cabinet? Home remedies have been successful in treating common bugs like colds and stomachaches for ages, and you can put them to work next time your child isn't feeling well. When your child is suffering from a common virus... Read More
90. Great Ways to Keep Your Kids Quiet
[MOMS]
Do you enjoy the silence? Well, if you're a parent, especially of a young child, you likely don't get much quiet until it's lights out. However, there's a lot to be said for teaching your kids to hush. Certain situations call for quiet time whether it's in a library, in school, in church or somewhere else. The bottom line is that your child needs to learn to zip those lips every now and then.{relatedarticles} If you want to keep your... Read More
Do you enjoy the silence? Well, if you're a parent, especially of a young child, you likely don't get much quiet until it's lights out. However, there's a lot to be said for teaching your kids to hush. Certain situations call for quiet time whether it's in a library, in school, in church or somewhere else. The bottom line is that your child needs to learn to zip those lips every now and then.{relatedarticles} If you want to keep your... Read More
