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How to - Alternative Style of Parenting - Natural

By Tonig

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The words "natural parenting" seems to conjure to mind the free spirit hippie days of the sixties and seventies. It may have its roots there but this alternative parenting style is alive and well today... more »

How to Adjust When Your Newborn Ends up in the NICU

By Lisa Curcio

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Bringing a baby into the world is an amazing and wonderful thing. Most of the time the only things a new mom will have to worry about after delivery is how to get enough rest, when to find time to take care of herself and of course how to care ... more »

How to Be a Good Mom

By JMKIT

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I've heard motherhood is not for the faint of heart. Motherhood is long and enduring, but it also brings you the greatest joys of your life. Have good relationships with your child(ren) as they grow and develop. Be there no matter what and be ... more »

How to Be a Great Parent

By Therese Haberman

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Raising children is perhaps the greatest lifetime achievement we can appreciate as adults. Here are some ideas to help you in that endeavor... more »

How to be a Strong Single Mom

By alienangel555

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Through all the hardships of raising kids as a single mom, there are moments of utter bliss. But often mothers suffer feelings of hopelessness and aloneness. In the end, a mother hopes only for the best for her children. The ultimate goal is ... more »

How to Bond with Your Son

By danahinders

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“It’s a boy!” If you’ve been dreaming of pink baby booties for the past nine months, these words can result in a twinge of disappointment. You may be mourning the loss of Barbie dolls, training bras, prom dresses, or late-night girl talk ... more »

How to Celebrate Amelia Earhart's Birthday with your Children

By Francine Sanchez

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July 24th is birthday to famous female aviator Amelia Earhart. She is an inspiration to all women and is taught like a national hero in Elementary schools. Do your homework and use her birthday celebration to bond with your child and discuss ... more »

How to Change a Diaper

By Sinch

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Ever wonder what the best way to change a diaper is? Tired of the diapers not fitting right or tired of the diaper leaking. Check out my fool-proof way to change a diaper that has worked for me and my friends!.. more »

How to change an IEP thats in place

By AskLucy

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Your child has an IEP, but she is not getting what she needs from special education or speech therapy. Perhaps learning criteria are not being met or you are getting called almost every day for behavior problems. How can you alter an IEP that ... more »

How to Choose a Walking Shoe for a Child

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Choosing a walking shoe for your child can be a fun experience. There are many different styles, colors and cartoon characters to select from. Though it is fine to purchase fun shoes for special occasions, your child's primary walking shoes ... more »

How to Choose Fantasy Books for Your Kids

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Children of all ages love fantasy books, from simple fairy tales to complex "sword and sorcery" stories. Here are a few things to look for when selecting fantasy books for your kids... more »

How to Choose Video Games for Your Child

By danahinders

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Video games are a tremendously popular form of entertainment among teenagers. Adolescent boys spend an average of 13 hours per week playing video games, while girls play video games for about five hours each week. Because of their interactive ... more »

How to Clean Sippy Cup Straws

By editorwriter

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It's amazing how much dirt accumulates inside your child's sippy cup straws. So how do you get them clean? Here's how... more »

How to Create Sanity-Saving Cold Weather/Rainy Day Activities for your Kids

By FranticMommy

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Ah sun, glorious sun. And how we tend to miss it when it decides to go missing behind a rain cloud for a day or two! Whether it's a rainy day, or cold, dreary fall/winter day, gloomy weather weekends are tough. Bickering, squawking, nit-picking, ... more »

How to Deal with a Bad Teacher

By Limowreck

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Not all educators are built the same. If your child has a bad teacher you don't waste your child's time. Here's how to deal with a bad teacher... more »

How to Deal with Depression after Giving Birth

By Traqqer

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After giving birth and even up through the toddler years, a mother can struggle with depression. Taking care of you children can cause feelings of tiredness, anxiety, worthlessness, sorrow, anger, etc. all at once. These can drive a person to ... more »

How to Deal With Mommy Burnout

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Motherhood can be extremely challenging, especially if you are experiencing burnout. The first step to overcoming burnout is to recognize its signs. Taking steps to revive and renew yourself will allow you to find joy in motherhood once again... more »

How to Destress Your Child

By Denise Oliveri

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Stress plays an crucial role in a child's life. Some stress is good while at times stress can be harmful. If you think that your child is over-stressed more than not, here are some helpful tips on how to destress your child for a healthier life... more »

How to Develop a Child's Self-Esteem

By JanCast2007

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Self-esteem is generally defined and established during childhood. It is molded and shaped by the words, actions and behaviors that are directed toward children by their parents and loved ones. Healthy self-esteems with have a child approach life ... more »

How to Discipline Children with Time-Outs

By Jami ONeill

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You have a child, that needs to understand the rules, boundaries and values to continue his/her journey in life: how are you going to set them? Time-outs are a great technique to utilize for disciplining your children. Starting the disciplining ... more »

How to dispell the "dinner fairy" and "lunch leprechaun" myth

By Kidscooking

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If you’ve read my writings before, you know how passionate I am about learning in the kitchen. I feel that your kitchen is the ideal setting to teach and learn. Kids respond to learning through cooking because they can take an active role in ... more »

How to Downsize to a Smaller Diaper Bag

By michellemathews

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Every new parent needs a diaper bag, but no new parent needs one that weighs more than their baby. Sure you want to be prepared for any diaper emergency that may come up, but there’s no reason why you can’t downsize to a smaller diaper bag and ... more »

How to Effectively Discipline a Child

By JanCast2007

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We live in a time where parenting techniques are very important, and the way we raise our children is equally important. There will always be a debate on which parenting style and technique is best, but we can all agree that the key here has to ... more »

How to Encourage Young Girls to Love Who They Are

By Psalmist4M

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Playing with dolls, fairy tales, daddy’s little princess…these are some of the things we would think of when thinking of little girls. But today innocent girls face, Britney looks, makeovers and cosmetic surgery, extreme competition, media and ... more »

How to End a Disciplinary Action With Your Child

By Cloey

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Disciplining a child can be a challenge all by itself so it’s good to have a plan in order. When a child is disciplined, both the child and the parents need to know when it is ended, and it is important that there be some kind of closure on each ... more »

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