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How to Laugh with a Teen Even When It Seems Impossible

By Judy Ford

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Teens and parental relationships are complicated. Teens are talking on phone, running out the door, socializing, chatting on the computer, or not in the mood to hang out with parents. Parents are overwhelmed with work obligations, bills to pay, ... more »

How to Live Happily Ever After as a Single Parent

By virtualibrarian

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Single parenthood is often seen as being nothing short of disastrous by people who are not single parents. If you are facing single parenthood and it frightens you, calm down - the positives can outweigh the negatives. Being a single parent is ... more »

How to Make a Rules for Our House list to ease blended family

By ktbug1226

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When I remarried when my boys were five and three, we had a little trouble with discipline, especially when I wasn't there to dole it out. So, we sat down and made a RULES FOR OUR HOUSE list that we posted on the front door, bathroom, and in the ... more »

How to Make Alternate Use of Breast Milk

By eHow Parenting Editor

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It's well documented that breastfeeding is the single best thing you can do for your infant's health, and has a significant positive impact on your own as well. Credited for reducing the rates of everything from the common cold to cancer, breast ... more »

How to Make Babies Smile and Laugh

By Judy Ford

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Babies' smiles are charming. Even the most cantankerous among us soften when a baby smiles or laughs. Baby smiles are essential for a child’s emotional and social development. Smiles and giggles are the way a baby shares positive connection with ... more »

How to Make Baby Food

By CCrock

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Making your own baby food can save you money and give you the assurance that your baby is getting the best quality food. It may seem intimidating, but all it takes is 30 minutes once a week!.. more »

How to Make Kids Lunches

By Allana Baroni

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Although most kids are way too cool for school and will barely hug you goodbye in front of their friends, they never shy away from a little extra something special in their lunch box. Here are a few ways to personalize your child’s lunch that ... more »

How to Make Nap Time Easier for Children

By Vohnny

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Nap time is one of the hardest parts of the day. Whether you're a parent at home or a childcare provider, it may be hard to get children to lay down for nap. Here is a way to smooth it out... more »

How to Make Returning to Work Easier After Having a Baby

By Martha Edens

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Many new mothers find returning to work after having a baby to be a traumatic experience. They may find themselves overwhelmed, overworked and under appreciated at home yet when they have to go back to work it can get even worse. Returning to ... more »

How to Make Sure Your Child is Safe at a Pool Party

By californiagirl

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Pool parties can be tons of fun for young children. Safety, however, remains an issue. Read this article for tips on how to make your child safer at a pool party... more »

How to Minimize Mess When Your Nauseous Baby Gets Sick on You

By momandpopoften

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Have you ever been thrown up on by a baby? As you know, vomit is neither pretty nor pleasant. But if you are a parent you also know that a sick baby wants to be held and will often wail if you try to put baby down. That means that you, Mom or ... more »

How to Not Get Mad When Your Kid Makes a Big Mess

By krndpx

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It's so easy to get really upset when your little ones make huge messes, but there is a fun way to step back and not get mad... more »

How to Not Potty Train Your Child

By Summer Banks

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Potty training is one of the most controversial times in a child's and parent's life. A parent knows their child and the child just does not want to give up the diapers. Moving from diapers to the potty is more about what not to do... more »

How to Organize Your Kids Daily Routines

By 01080912

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Do you find yourself asking the same questions every morning before the kids leave for school? Did you brush your teeth, make your bed, do you have your belt, glasses, and handkerchief?.. more »

How to Pack a Maternity Bag for a Guy

By Elizabeth McGuire

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When the big day arrives, a Mom-to-Be is not the only one who needs to be prepared. The new Dad will need his own bag of tricks... more »

How to Pin the Blame on the Donkey

By Judy Ford

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We’ve all done it. Found ourselves in the middle of an argument and can’t remember what the point was in the first place, but instead of backing down, we fuel the fire with our words. We say something we don’t mean, we blame, we snap, we yell. We ... more »

How to Plan Your Family

By eHow Parenting Editor

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It may take a village to raise a child, but it's generally just the parents who are involved in the planning stages. Like every other major life decision, the more thought and planning that go into addressing issues about raising children, the ... more »

How to Play With a Toddler

By NikkiS

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A beginning step in a child’s socialization and learning is play. They learn through every aspect of play and it can be a great opportunity to not only interact with your child but teach as well. Playtime is important bonding time for a toddler ... more »

How to Potty Train

By aryccah

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I was oddly drawn to this topic when it was presented to me. I am not an expert on children nor a doctor or child psychologist. I am a Mom. A Mom of two toddlers, both in the potty training process. So, hopefully the tips, tricks and steps ... more »

How to Potty Train a Stubborn Kid

By ariadnescurse

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Okay so it's month nine-going-on-I-forgot-how-many, and you've exhausted every trick your mother, mother-in-law, neighor, and best friend has given you. You KNOW your kid knows how to use the toilet. You've seen it. You've taken trips to the mall ... more »

How to Potty Train Twins

By kgben

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Potty training can be one of the most challenging apsects of early parenthood for many. With twins it can be multiplying the frustration times two. Many parents of twins or more are eager to begin potty training and end the constant diaper ... more »

How to Prepare for a Cesarean Section

By eHow Parenting Editor

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If you're scheduled for a cesarean section, you'll want to prepare ahead to make the day go smoothly... more »

How to Prepare for a Homebirth

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Birthing your baby at home requires some preparation to ensure a comfortable, relaxing birth. Your midwife or homebirth doctor will often have a list of suggested supplies to purchase or have ready. It is a good idea to have everything ready at ... more »

How to Prepare to Be a Stepparent

By Judy Ford

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You’re in love and everything is perfect. Well close to perfect—except that he has two children from a former marriage who visit every other weekend and two months in the summer. You have two children who live with you half the time, unless their ... more »

How to Put a Baby to Bed

By CCrock

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Creating a bedtime routine and a relaxing environment are key to getting your baby to go to bed easily... more »

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