Baby Weight Reality Check

Baby Weight Reality Check

Moms / Mom Tips

It’s been four weeks since your little bundle of joy came into the world, and you’re finally ready to pose in a bikini on the front of a magazine, right? Of course not. It’s time for new moms to get realistic – and more forgiving – about losing the baby…

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Fast First Aid for Boo-Boos

Fast First Aid for Boo-Boos

Moms / Mom Tips

Oww! A scraped knee, a bad bruise, bug bite, splinter or other minor injury can send a child into hysterics. But moms can take quick action to stem the tears and reduce scarring by taking the right measures fast. For the inevitable cuts and scrapes, hold a clean cloth or…

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Play It Safe Outside

Play It Safe Outside

Moms / Mom Tips

With so many kids engaging in television, video games, and computer activity, it seems what most children are in dire need of is some time outdoors. Playing outside gives your child a chance to blow off some steam while getting their daily dose of physical activity. And yes, we all…

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Tips for Surviving April Showers

Tips for Surviving April Showers

Moms / Mom Tips

Parents: Are April showers raining on your parade? Are you desperate for ways to entertain your children when there’s no outdoor escape in sight? Don’t let rainy days drag you down. Instead, arm yourself with these great indoor activities that are sure to keep you kids occupied on the wettest…

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The Importance of Family Rituals

The Importance of Family Rituals

Moms / Activities

Most moms notice that their kids enjoy repetition. From watching the same video over and over to requesting a favorite book every night at bedtime, children crave the security and reassurance that a consistent routine provides. One way to enhance this sense of comfort derived from repetition is to create…

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20 Essentials Every Working Mom Needs

20 Essentials Every Working Mom Needs

Moms / Mom Time

The title of “working mom” could be applied to any mother — as we all know, raising children is a full-time job in itself. For those who also work outside the home, the tug of war between mommyhood and a 9-to-5 job can be downright exhausting. If you want to…

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Face Time: How Young Is Too Young For Social Networking?

Face Time: How Young Is Too Young For Social Networking?

Moms / Mom Tips

From Facebook to MySpace, it seems the users are getting smaller and the problems are getting bigger. Although many social networking sites have a minimum age requirement of 13, children often disregard the age limitations altogether. Or they seek out sites that are geared more toward their demographics, but are…

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7 Tips for Better Sleep for Your Child

7 Tips for Better Sleep for Your Child

Moms / Parenting

Everyone benefits from a good night’s sleep. Children also need to learn how to unwind at the end of the day with an uninterrupted period of restorative sleep. For some children, this comes easily. For others, it may mean a night of counting sheep and difficult morning rises. Break the…

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