Potty training requires cooperation between you, your child and your daycare provider. A deal of patience is needed from everyone involved. The process can be difficult if you expect too much, too soon. A child needs to be physically, mentally, and emotionally ready to begin. Some instances where potty training should be postponed are: If the family is moving A…
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On average, kids can’t handle heat as well as an adult, so it makes sense to monitor how much time your child spends outside and the kind of activities they are involved in. According to Dr. Karen Sheehan of Children’s Memorial Hospital, says “Young children are especially vulnerable to heat because they produce more heat at rest, they have a…
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Keeping a pet can be a wonderful experience for both you and your children. It is important to choose just the right pet for your style of living before you bring one into your home. Before choosing a pet, always fully research the breed or type. The internet is a good place to start, as well as books and internet…
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In a study of 600 three year old children who had an autistic older brother or sister, one out of five were diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome or another disorder. The results of the study was shocking to experts who thought the odds were much lower. At around age 3, participants in this study were tested for autism. Boys are three…
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Using this recipe, make your own Hamburger Helper copycat meal. ?When I was a kid, Beef Pasta Hamburger Helper was a family favorite (at least for the kids.) Now most any prepackaged meal seems so unhealthy as I’m pretty sure there is a preservative in there somewhere. I’m not sure if that is the case with HH, but I remember…
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You’ve tried so many things, begging, and dare I say yelling. You’ve threatened to take away dessert.. but you STILL have a picky eater! Been there and done that and along the way, have learned some wonderful tips on how to get your picky child to eat.? What’s a parent to do? This article is for older toddlers and above….
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This is my story on how I came up with my homemade dog food recipe. A few years ago, we adopted an adorable German Shepherd pup. My children were so excited to have a new family member in our home and named her Duchess. Little did we know, our little puppy was going to have major trouble with just about…
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Battling loose skin after weight loss is the worst and looking for ways to make your skin tight becomes your new goal.? After months and months of watching what you eat and working out, you are left with the skin of a fat woman?s past. This saggy skin can leave you feeling hopeless and insecure. There is nothing worse than…
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Have you ever run out of mayonnaise and wished you had some for that yummy turkey sandwich you were going to make for lunch that just won?t taste right without mayo? Have no fear, there?s a quick and easy homemade recipe for mayonnaise that you can make at home in your own kitchen. I was very surprised how quick and…
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My mother let me help her in the kitchen before I can even remember. I was allowed to mix batters, grind nuts and toss the salad. My favorite job? Stirring the Jello and tasting it to be sure it was ?ready? to go in the refrigerator. It is never too early to bring your child in to the kitchen. Teaching…
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A migraine is a severe headache that can be disabling, sometimes for as long as 72 hours. It may involve moderate to severe head pain, nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light and sound. Physical activity can make the symptoms worse, often forcing the sufferer to stay in bed with the lights off and the doors shut.Over 28 million Americans suffer…
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