Parenting Adult Children

By zadsdonna

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My daughter was about 11 yrs old when I realized she was different. I never asked her about it, I just knew. It was an unspoken topic between us, but I think she always knew that I knew, understood, and would always be there for her. If you ... more »

How to Cope With a Child or Loved One Arrested or in Jail

By jcmayer777

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It can be difficult to cope when your child is in jail. I have worked as a corrections officer for many years. Over time, it became apparent that many people arrested were not so bad, just made a bad choice. I've talked to many devastated ... more »

How to Deal With Your Child Being Sent to Iraq

By Janet Ford

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When your child is sent overseas to Iraq, a huge piece of your heart goes along, too. It is gut-wrenching, no doubt about it but it is possible to find solace instead of constant fear and worry... more »

How to Get the Benefits of Watching TV & Videos for Toddlers

By drmacab

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I know television and watching videos can sometimes get bad press but I've watched my 2 year old learn Spanish, the alphabet, colors, counting and more from videos. At a very young age she was able to communicate with us via sign language thanks ... more »

How to get the kids to pitch in with family dinners

By FUSILLI1OF4

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The kids are growing up and the infamous question "Hey Mom, what's for dinner?" haunts you daily. Did you ever notice that no matter what is for dinner you can never keep everyone happy? Follow these steps to get your teenagers active ... more »

How to Get Your Adult Children to Move Out

By eHow Parenting Editor

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You stood, a small tear lingering on your cheek and you proudly waved goodbye to your son as he drove off to college. The house felt so empty as you remembered his growing-up years, but you felt an inner peace that comes with knowing you did your ... more »

How to Give a Belated Mother's Day Gift

By Altari

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We cook, we clean, we give birth to our children. All we want in return is to be remembered and idolized a few days a year. Is that too much to ask? If you forgot Mom's Day, don't worry, we understand. You can make it up to us... more »

How to Give your Child a Great College Gift by Publishing your ehow Articles into a Book

By yessharon

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Save money on that Back to College Gift by creating a personalized Gift Book using your ehow articles. Friends and families will enjoy receiving your recipes, your adult children could certainly use a few helpful tips, and your life skills ... more »

How to Have Everyone Giving Thanks at the Table

By sneedc

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Whether it's a holiday or ordinary gathering, it's always great to give a word of thanks before digging in. Times spent together with family in an un-rushed, seated fashion seem to be few and far between, so let's make the most of it... more »

How to Help Your Adult Child Over Their Divorce

By knewf

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Perhaps there is no "death" more full of heartache and grief than a death of a marriage. When the partner who is wronged in a long time marriage is faced with the prospect of losing the one he or she loves, it is a shattering emotional ... more »

How to Love your MOM and DAD

By smilesatme1

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Loving your mom and dad is the greatest gift you can give to them. For some kids or children loving their parents is hard most especially the parents did not give any attention to their kids. But despite of the facts ,they are always your parents ... more »

How to Not Smoke If Your Parents Do

By MIghtyDreamer

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A generation ago, if you were a smoker and had children, the chances were more than likely they too would grow up and be smokers. Two generations ago smoking was not only acceptable it was encouraged through constant ads on TV, posters, ... more »

How to pick the right dog

By Andrea18

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Thinking of getting a dog but not sure which one to get. This is the best way to know how to get the right dog... more »

How to Survive a Quarter Life Crisis

By derbyka

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The trendy new catchphrase "Quarter Life Crisis" may seem cool or amusing, but those who have experienced it know how frustrating and bewildering those years after college can be. Here are some tips for getting a grip and dealing with ... more »

How to Ask For a Loan From Family (When Times Are Tight)

By Desula

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With the recession looming, jobs dwindling, layoffs increasing you may be forced to ask a family member for a loan to help you through uncertain times. This is a very difficult thing to do, but you may need help to make it through. Here is ... more »

How to be a [Good] Army "Boot Camp" Mom - Part One

By mortarmom505

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There's a lot more to being an "Army Boot Camp Mom" than meets the eye! Part One will cover the first steps of your 'Basic Training' and will help you navigate through the beginning of this very strange and unfamiliar journey and ... more »

How to Find Out Birthdays and Birthdates

By David Sarokin

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Dang! How old is mom going to be this year? And when is Uncle Joe's birthday? What year was I born in, again? Here's how to find out someone's birthday or birth date... more »

How to Get Children to Move Out After High School

By klnygaard

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Have a young adult who should be moving out on own, but seems content staying with you? Here are some ideas to get them to leave the roost... more »

How to Help your high school student choose their career goals.

By acole

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So your teen doesn't know what they want to be. Many teens have no idea what to go to college for and have no idea what they want to do for a career. This is when a parent needs to step in to help their child make some decisions... more »

How to keep sane in a crazy house

By branxnicole

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I live in a crazy house. There are around 8 dogs, birds, and a crazy family. It's taken me a lot of patience to be able to deal with it since I moved in, and I'm just now getting to the point to where I don't want to scream... more »

How to Slim down like a Celebrity Post Pregnancy

By CCrock

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It is a celebrities job to look good and they spend a lot of money for the best help to get their pre-baby body back within 2 months. Be grateful you don't have the same kind of pressure and scrutiny to slim down that fast. But here are some ... more »

How to Understand the 40 / 70 Rule [Adult Children Caring for Parents]

By Desula

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If you are 40 years old or parents are over 70 it's time for some serious talks about what your parents are preparing for their future. BEFORE it's a "You can't drive anymore you've had 3 accidents in 2 months." or "You nearly ... more »

How to Win Arguments Against Your Parents

By Rockney

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There are several steps one can take to win an argument. It also depends how reasonable an argument is... more »

How to Get Your Grown Children to Move Out

By shewolf52002

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In this day and age children are staying at home longer and longer. Sometimes to the distress of their parents. Every once in a while the young bird needs a nudge out of the nest... more »

How to Live Happily With an Aging Parent

By Patricia Resnick

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People are living longer lives, and economics are making it prudent for families to join together for everyone's benefit. This presents some interesting problems, as a generation learns how to help their parents by living with them. It's a ... more »

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