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How To Make a Diaper Wreath

 
 
 
 
 
October 8, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Getting ready to throw a baby shower can be overwhelming. You want to do something special for the mom to be but you also want decorations and party favors that are quick and easy....

How To Prevent Childhood Obesity in Your Child

 
 
 
 
 
September 17, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Childhood obesity has a negative effect on every part of your child's life. As parents, we want our kids to have it better than we did and a good way to start is by promoting...

How To Raise Happy Fulfilled Children

 
 
 
 
 
September 3, 2008
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By Jody Dillon
I hate the word discipline - it has so many negative connotations. Kids hate it, too, but does it all have to be so terribly negative? The answer is a resounding no! The key is...

How To Be a Good Step-Father

 
 
 
 
 
September 3, 2008
By Dennis Rivera
Becoming a first time father is hard enough, but being a step-father can seem even harder. As a step-father you take the chance to either deal with the drama from the biological...

How To Calm an Unsettled Baby

 
 
 
 
 
August 27, 2008
By Fiona Davidson
A baby who is very unsettled can be very distressing for new parents. White noise can help calm and settle your baby.

How To Help Your Baby Develop During the Vital First Year

 
 
 
 
 
August 20, 2008
By Lin Day
Babies have an amazing capacity to learn, but because parents may not know how to stimulate them, babies may not gain important learning skills that will stand them in good stead...

How To Get Kids to Share

 
 
 
 
 
August 7, 2008
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By Brett and Sara Reider
As the father of a 4- and a 2-year-old, lack of sharing is the number one source of friction in our house. My 4-year-old son, Gavin, has autism, which adds another element of frustration...

How To Determine Whether Time Out is Discipline or Punishment

 
 
 
 
 
August 5, 2008
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By Amanda Carter
Is time-out a punishment or discipline? That's a good question, and it is all determined by what those words mean to you. What does 'Discipline' mean to you? What does 'Punishment'...

How To Be a Great Dad

 
 
 
 
 
July 30, 2008
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By Elizabeth Grace
Fatherhood is a lifelong commitment and kids with great dads are indeed fortunate. Not all great dads are rich or famous, they don’t necessarily have more time or more talent...

How To Help Your Kids Buy Presents Without Handing Over Cash

 
 
 
 
 
July 28, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Most adults are only one paycheck away from losing their homes. Don't let this happen to your children.

How To Help Teens Manage Their Anger

 
 
 
 
 
July 28, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
In today's world, many adults and teens have anger issues for various reasons. Parents can make a positive difference in the lives of their children if they teach them how to...

How To Find a Nanny or Childcare

 
 
 
 
 
July 22, 2008
By Janet MacDonald
Many parents become overwhelmed when recruiting and screening nannies. Often this leads them to rely on a stereotypical idea of what makes the perfect nanny. But even though Mary...

How To Make a Bunny Rabbit Cake

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
For a little fun in the springtime, consider adding a Bunny Rabbit Cake to your dessert plans. This simple-to-follow plan will be fun for you and the kids. You'll be sure to have...

How To Clean a Penny

 
 
 
 
 
June 4, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
If pennies are forming communities under your sofa cushions or in the bottom of your kids' pockets, it may be time to do something about it. Any mom who has ever emptied a child’s...

How To Raise a Polite Child

 
 
 
 
 
June 3, 2008
By Lindsey Clair
Everyone wants to have a polite child, but being polite it is a taught and learned behavior. This article will show you how to teach your child to be polite.

How To Locate Sex Offenders in a Neighborhood

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2008
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By Jim VanErmen
A "what can I do" approach to preventative measures in protecting myself and my family from sex abuse.

How To Introduce Solids to Your Infant

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2008
By Danelle Karth
Introducing solids can be a confusing issue. There are a lot of different people out there urging one thing or another, and finding a good source to turn to isn't easy.

How To Teach Your Baby Sign Language

 
 
 
 
 
March 12, 2008
By Laura Berg
Teaching your baby sign language is fun and easy, and the good thing is you don't need any prior knowledge of sign language to successfully sign with your baby! This article will...

How To Use Merino Wool and Cotton in Baby Clothing

 
 
 
 
 
March 6, 2008
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By Trina Parker
This article details the importance of using the natural materials of Merino wool and cotton in newborn accessories and clothing. These materials are time-tested and are best...

How To Help Your Children Make Career Choices

 
 
 
 
 
March 4, 2008
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By Babajide Akinyele-Williams
One of the most critical decisions to be made in life is the choice of a career path. This article highlights the essential tips that parents need to guide their children into...

How To Get Your Infant to Sleep

 
 
 
 
 
February 19, 2008
By Archana Iyer
This article tries to answer the universal question of whether rocking your baby to sleep the first few months would be habit forming. It also has a synopsis of the 'when' and...

How To Teach Your Children to Become Informed Voters

 
 
 
 
 
February 18, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
So many important issues face us each day in the United States and we need leaders who will best guide us through it. Our children, our hope for the future, had better understand...

How To Make Moving with Children Easier

 
 
 
 
 
January 18, 2008
By Amy Friedl
Moving can be stressful enough for adults. But when children are involved, it's important to consider the stress that can impact them and to address it so moving is easier for...

How To Deal with Rebellious Teenagers

 
 
 
 
 
January 11, 2008
By Sarah Al-Harran
A basic 7 step guide to dealing with your teenagers, helping them through the critical stage in their lives.

How To Let Go of Adult Children

 
 
 
 
 
January 11, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Our children grow and leave home. While they were little we looked forward to this day, so why do we feel so bad and what can we do about it?

How To Teach Babies Sign Language

 
 
 
 
 
January 10, 2008
By Rachel Coleman
My daughter Leah was born deaf, so we taught her American Sign Language (ASL) as her first language. When she was in preschool, none of her classmates knew how to sign, and I noticed...

How To Tell if Your Child Has a Drinking Problem

 
 
 
 
 
January 7, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Many children drink alcohol without our knowledge or permission. Parents need to be vigilant to the warning signs.

How To Welcome a Son-In-Law

 
 
 
 
 
January 7, 2008
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By Pat Montgomery
Parents need to welcome a son-in-law, even when they would not choose this person for their daughter. It can be difficult, but not impossible.

How To Motivate your Delinquent Teen to Action

 
 
 
 
 
December 20, 2007
By Briony Irving
If you are the type of parent or guardian who believe it’s the kid’s own responsibility to motivate and actualize himself, then perhaps these steps will convince you otherwise....

How To Use Infant Massage to Relieve Reflux

 
 
 
 
 
December 19, 2007
By Heidi McLoughlin
General advice and suggestions on getting started with massage to assist infants with reflux

How To Keep Your Baby Safe from Recalled Products

 
 
 
 
 
December 18, 2007
By Sarah Chusid
Do you know if the products you use for your baby are safe? Well, it’s sort of a trick question. Like most concerned parents, you’ve probably had your baby’s safety on...

How To Tip at the Holidays

 
 
 
 
 
December 18, 2007
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By Elizabeth Grace
A guide for people who are trying to determine the appropriate amounts for tips or year-end bonuses for teachers, coaches, and others who care for children. Also includes tip suggestions...

How To Make Sure Your Kids Drive Carefully

 
 
 
 
 
December 17, 2007
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By Denise Oliveri
Whether your teenager has just recently gotten her driver's license, or has had it for a while, there is no doubt that that you want to make sure she is driving carefully. Take...

How To Help Your Children Stop Nail Biting

 
 
 
 
 
December 12, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
All parents worry about their children's bad habits. Nailbiting, although not one of the worst things a child can do by any means, can be unattractive, annoying, and damage...

How To Have a Positive Birth Experience

 
 
 
 
 
December 10, 2007
By Robin Snyder-Drummond
Your child's birth is an important beginning for you as a mother, a woman and a parent. Here are the fundamental steps you can take to assure a positive start to your family.

How To Be Kind to Others

 
 
 
 
 
December 7, 2007
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By John Schurmann
Siblings can be very unkind to each other. As a parent, it can be hard to know what to do. Help is here! Try the following exercise with your children and teenagers, and spouse,...

How To Stay Current with Toy Recalls

 
 
 
 
 
November 13, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
Recent toy recalls have made parents nervous about what they are buying for their children. How do you know which toys are safe? Who would have thought that Aqua Dots could endanger...

How To Teach Your Children About Money

 
 
 
 
 
October 26, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
All parents wants their children to be happy and successful. Teaching children about money from a young age is one way to ensure their financial success in later life. Even very...

How To Understand What Living With Autism Means

 
 
 
 
 
October 25, 2007
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By Sylvie Leochko
I am the mother of two young children with Autism. I have noticed through the years that people do not know much about Autism. In fact, they tend to misjudge autistic children...

How To Help Your Child Swallow a Pill

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2007
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By Sylvie Leochko
Both my children have Autism Spectrum disorder so they both have hypersensitive issues. Swallowing a pill creates distress and panic attacks in both children, which has lead me...

How To Spot a Liar

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2007
By John Stejskal
Avoid being the victim of liars by becoming a human lie detector. Easy and effective techniques for spotting and understanding liars.

How To Get Your Toddler to Nap

 
 
 
 
 
October 4, 2007
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By Elizabeth Pantley
Tired children are much more likely to be grumpy - and a toddler can't take on a full day without a rest break. The majority of toddlers who nap have less fussing, whining and...

How To Handle Sibling Rivalry

 
 
 
 
 
September 28, 2007
By Beth Gatewood
Even if siblings are well-behaved, they will have their occasional arguments or fights with each other. It is a normal part of life to have sibling rivalry.

How To Make Your Own Baby Food

 
 
 
 
 
September 27, 2007
By J. London
Mothers know that purchasing baby food can be quite expensive. In addition to the expense, there is no assurance that the baby food you are getting does not contain added sugar...

How To Be a Good Parent: Special Situations Such as Child Illness and Behavioral Problems

 
 
 
 
 
September 26, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Some kids have special needs that are related to abnormal health. Resources are given to help the parents of those with learning and addiction problems as well as advice on how...

How To Be a Good Parent: Prepare Your Children for Adulthood

 
 
 
 
 
September 25, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Children should be exposed to the world they live in by their parents. Family activities can expose talents and interest that will help children to live happy and successful lives.

How To Be a Good Parent: Nurture Children

 
 
 
 
 
September 21, 2007
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By John T Jones, Ph.D.
Parenting can be difficult if you are fully concerned with what is going on today—or last week, for that matter. Thinking ahead can make your life smoother and can help your...

How To Teach Your Kids 5 Simple Social Skills for Making Friends

 
 
 
 
 
September 19, 2007
By Jean Tracy
Does your child whine, "Nobody likes me?" Inside you'll find 5 ways to help your child win friends and build character too.

How To Make Homemade Baby Food...Cheap!

 
 
 
 
 
September 17, 2007
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By Terence Van Essendelft
A basic recipe for making homemade baby food. This basic recipe can be altered greatly to accommodate different tastes, nutritional requirements or restrictions.

How To Know If Your Child is Having a Night Terror

 
 
 
 
 
September 13, 2007
By Beth Gatewood
Nightmares happen in early stages of sleep, while night terrors happen at late stages of sleep. The child that usually exhibits fear when awakening, and acts strangely, is probably...
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