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How to Get a Baby to Stop Crying

By Sadie's Mom

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A crying baby is a parent's worst nightmare. It's frustrating to feel powerless with a screaming kid, but there are steps you can take to alleviate the tears... more »

How to Get a Child Interested in Chores

By JanCast2007

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Does anyone really enjoy doing chores? Of course not, but adults are aware that in order for a home to function well it has to be organized and clean. Children see chores as a drag and as a negative event in their lives, so they are less likely ... more »

How to Get a Child Ready for a Spelling Bee

By eHow Parenting Editor

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If you look at a spelling bee as a game, you can have a lot of fun getting your child ready for the challenge. It can also be rewarding and at the same time enjoyable for the whole family. Take a few steps to get your child ready for the spelling ... more »

How to Get a Child Ready for School

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Mornings can be hectic for anyone trying to get somewhere on time. When you have a child to get up and ready for school, it can be even more challenging. Set the right tone for your day and your child's day by making mornings as stress free as ... more »

How to Get a Lifetime Free Ticket to the Circus for a Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Send away to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey for a free circus ticket good at any time in a child's life... more »

How to Get a Two Year Old to Hold Your Hand in the Street

By Judy Cutler

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Two year olds are independent. Anyone who has tried to get one to hold hands when crossing the street knows what a challenge this can become... more »

How to Get Breastfeeding Support

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Getting breastfeeding support is vital for a breastfeeding woman. While breastfeeding seems very natural, it will take some time for you and your baby to figure it out. Finding good breastfeeding support will help you get over any lumps in your ... more »

How to Get Children to Manage Their Wardrobe

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Managing a wardrobe is something everyone has to do for themselves when they become an adult. Your wardrobe shows off your personality and is an important part of your everyday life. Help your kids learn how to manage their own clothes from a ... 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 Get Discounts for Twins

By eHow Parenting Editor

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When you're expecting or parenting twins, having to buy 2 of everything means double the expense. Fortunately, some retailers realize how overwhelming this can be, and they offer discounts and coupons to parents of twins or other multiples. Take ... more »

How to Get Enough Sleep When You Have a Newborn

By eHow Parenting Editor

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What new parents need more than almost anything else is sleep. It is definitely a challenge to get enough sleep while taking care of a newborn, but it can be done... more »

How to Get Foster Family Counseling

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Being a foster parent means opening your home for a period of time to children who have been removed from their biological parents for a variety of reasons. Some have been either abused or neglected, so being a foster parent takes a lot of love ... more »

How to Get Help and Support With Breastfeeding

By joyful327

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Experts agree that breastfeeding is one of the best gifts you can give your baby. However, many moms have lots of problems and frustrations with breastfeeding - this article outlines some of the ways to find encouragement and support... more »

How to Get Help for an Anorexic Teen

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Anorexia is a serious and sometimes life-threatening eating disorder whose sufferers often starve themselves to lose excessive amounts of weight. 90 to 95 percent of those with anorexia are girls and young women. If you suspect your teen is ... more »

How to get kids at a slumber party to bed at a decent time

By klnygaard

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How to get kids 10 and under to sleep at a slumber party.. more »

How to Get Kids To Enjoy Reading

By elmellison

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For any parent with a little one learning to read, it can be a challenge to keep the bundle of joy interested. In a world where kids are bombarded by video and audio stimulation-reading can, be a down right drag to some kids. The trick is to help ... more »

How to Get Off Welfare Assistance

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Most people claim that it is easy to get off welfare, but these are not the people in dire need of assistance. Every once in a while you hear a heartwarming story of the single mom down the road who made the American dream a reality. But, she ... more »

How to Get Out the Door With an Infant in 20 Minutes or Less...

By mldsy

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Being a new mother is such an exciting experience, but it can be very overwhelming at the same time. As time goes by, after you bring the baby home, your energy level goes up and it seems like the right time to take your precious bundle out to ... more »

How to get rid of head lice

By Momof3infl

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Here is a very simple way to get rid of head lice. Even children with the cleanest hair will occasionally come home with these annoying pests. Sometimes the shampoos they sell in stores won't get rid of them either! Try this, it works!.. more »

How to Get Rid of Your Child's Pacifier

By Amanda Smith

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Breaking you kid's addiction to their pacifier can be challenging. I have a few tips for helping your child let go... more »

How to Get Tested for STDs Without Letting Your Parents Know

By eHow Parenting Editor

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If you are sexually active, you should get tested for STDs. STDs are sexually transmitted diseases and they include HIV, herpes, genital warts and hundreds of other infections. Some are treatable. Some are not. You might not know you have some ... 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 Off to School Each Morning

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Mornings are crazy enough when getting the kids all off to school without one of them going into a panic because they can't remember where they left their shoes. We've all been there more often than not and know that it's like running a marathon ... more »

How to Get the Most Out of Pregnancy Bed Rest.

By Berlyn

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So you’ve been put on bed rest for your high-risk pregnancy. What now? Here’s a collection of tips and tricks to help you make the most of your bed rest venture….. more »

How to Get Through the Homework and Dinner Hours

By cathyherb

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Dinner is boiling over on the stove, the phone rings with yet another telemarketing call, the neighborhood kids are knocking at the door to play with your kids, and your children are all talking to you at once asking for help with their homework. ... more »

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