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Toddler Playing

Keeping Toddlers OccupiedThis page is about keeping toddlers occupied. These young people have a short attention span, but are capable of learning and doing many things.

 

Disrespectful teen and her parents.

Parenting Disrespectful Teens?This page is about parenting disrespectful teens. Young people sometimes don't realize how they can hurt people with their emotional stance, and need to learn respect.

 

A young girl playing with a toy train.

Tips for Choosing Eco-Friendly ToysThis is a page about tips for choosing eco-friendly toys. There are many factors you can consider when trying to choose eco-friendly toys for your children, such as packaging, materials used in construction, and more.

 

boy with braces

Getting Your Child to Take Care of Their Braces?This is a page about getting your child to take care of their braces. Having your child get braces is very expensive, so it is very frustrating if you have to lecture them on caring for them properly.

 

Highchair

Keeping a Child from Sliding in a HighchairThis is a page about keeping a child from sliding in a highchair. Newer high chairs are built with a center post to help prevent your baby from sliding completely out. However, he or she may still slide or slump about, making it hard to eat, especially when they are still quite young.

 

Two kids playing a game on a road trip.

Road Trip Game IdeasThis is a page about road trip game ideas. Road trips can be too long and uneventful for many children.

 

Child Playing at Summer Childcare Center

Ideas for Summer ChildcareThis page contains ideas for summer childcare. When school is out it can be a challenge to find good, affordable babysitting.

 

little girl sleeping

Helping Kids Find the Bathroom at NightThis is a page about helping kids find the bathroom at night. Sometimes when children need to get up to use the bathroom at night they might be groggy or uncomfortable in the dark.

 

A girl with special needs.

Parenting a Special Needs ChildThis is a page about parenting a special needs child. Parenting is an important, often challenging, job. This is even more true when you are parenting a special needs child who will also need you to be their advocate.

 

A mother playing a game with a toddler.

Game Ideas for ToddlersThis is a page about game ideas for toddlers. Keeping your toddler active and engaged can be a challenge. There are many games designed for this age that are fun and/or educational.

 

A girl who can't find her parents.

Teaching a Child What to Do if They are LostThis is a page about teaching a child what to do if they are lost. Being lost is terrifying for most children. Teaching them safe methods of dealing with the situation can help ensure a positive and quick resolution to this parental nightmare.

 

A preschooler working on a drawing.

Reward Ideas for PreschoolersThis is a page about reward ideas for preschoolers. Small rewards are a useful tool for encouraging preschoolers to create and achieve in their activities.

 

A child eating and making a mess.

Feeding Children With Less MessThis page is about feeding children with less mess. Kids can be messy with their food, but there are ways to minimize the untidiness.

 

Photo of a sixth grading reading a book in a library.

Book Suggestions for Sixth Graders?This is a page about book suggestions for sixth graders. Choosing books for your children based on their reading level, age, and interests will ensure a positive reading experience.

 

A girl babysitting two children.

Babysitting Activity IdeasThis is a page about babysitting activity ideas. Having planned activities for the children when you babysit can help make it a positive experience for everyone.

 

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Girl looking at a pregnancy test.

Dealing With an Unexpected Pregnancy?This is a page about dealing with an unexpected pregnancy. Dealing with an unplanned pregnancy can be exciting, if stressful, or absolutely devastating. There is not a one size fits all solution to this news.

 

Preschool aged girl learning at home.

Teaching Preschool at HomeThis page is about teaching preschool at home. Find inexpensive social learning activities to prepare your young person for kindergarten.

 

baby sleeping

Cradle Cap RemediesThis is a page about cradle cap remedies. Babies often have a flaky skin condition known as cradle cap on their scalp. There are a number of home remedies you can use to treat cradle cap.

 

A large family eating breakfast.

Parenting a Large FamilyThis is a page about parenting a large family. Parenting a large family can be difficult and overwhelming at times. But by using some shortcuts, organizational tips, and strategies you can get things running smoothly, at least most of the time.

 

messy bedroom

Encouraging Children to Get Rid of Extra Belongings?This is a page about encouraging children to get rid of extra belongings. Getting rid of excess belongings is often very difficult for all of us, including children.

 

A teen girl putting on makeup.

When Should Girls Start Wearing Makeup?This is a page about "when should girls start wearing makeup?". This is a longstanding discussion between mothers and their daughters.

 

disgruntled teen

Dealing With a Teen Who Is Acting Out?This is a page about dealing with a teen who is acting out. When a teen begins acting out the first consideration is to try and find out the cause(s) behind the behavior.

 

Family playing games.

Posting House Rules?This is a page about posting house rules. Posting the house rules makes it easier for all family members to quickly refer to the agreed upon rules.

 

Children watching a show at a park.

Keeping Children Safe in CrowdsThis is a page about keeping children safe in crowds. Crowded places can be very disconcerting for parents.

 

boy with autism

Autism Financial Advice for Parents?This is a page about autism financial advice for parents. Caring for an autistic child can be a drain on the family's finances.

 

A mom putting sunscreen on her child.

Applying Sunscreen to a Child?This page is about applying sunscreen to a child. Too much unprotected exposure to the sun is not good for anyone's skin.

 

5 year old boy with his hands in the air.

5 Year Old Having Accidents?This is a page about 5 year old having accidents. Occasionally an older child will suddenly begin to have accidents. Determining the cause is critical to helping the child change this behavior.

 

Little girl with dirty hands.

Keeping Kids Hands Clean When Playing OutsideThis is a page about keeping kids hands clean when playing outside. When kids play outside they can get dirty.

 

Mother tutoring her son.

Homeschooling ExperiencesThis is a page about homeschooling experiences. Many parents choose to homeschool their children.

 

Toddler with ball.

Inexpensive Toddler ToysThis is a page about inexpensive toddler toys. If you walk through any toy store you will quickly be overwhelmed by the variety and price of toddler toys. The good news is that there are many inexpensive toys for toddlers that will keep them entertained for hours.

 

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Writing in a notebook with a pencil.

Learning Using AcronymsThis page is about acronyms make learning easier. Creating memory tricks to help you remember can make learning fun.

 

preschool class

Saving Money on PreschoolThis page is about saving money on preschool. Giving your youngster social interactions and learning experiences can be inexpensive.

 

preschooler painting

Educational Activities for PreschoolersThis is a page about educational activities for preschoolers. Young children love to play and learn at the same time. Make use of their enthusiasm by providing fun, educational activities.

 

Photo of a pregnant woman's belly.

Tips for Expecting MomsYou can save money while growing your family. This page is about money saving tips for new moms.

 

Baby Mobile

Hanging a Baby Mobile?Keeping your baby occupied during diaper changing can be fun and easy. This page contains tips for mounting a mobile on the wall over the changing table.

 

Boy reading a dictionary.

Expanding a Child's VocabularyA well developed vocabulary makes for better communication and knowledge acquisition. Expanding your child's vocabulary is fun and engaging. This page is about expanding your child's vocabulary.

 

Family Feet

Deciding When to Have ChildrenGrowing your family is a major decision that will affect many facets of your life. Whether adopting a child or getting pregnant, new life brings with it many wonderful changes. This page is about when to start having children.

 

A stack of a cloth diapers.

Cloth Diapers or Disposable Diapers?This page is about using cloth diapers or disposable diapers? Determine what will work best for your family when the new baby arrives.

 

Toilet

Baby Proofing a ToiletThis page is about baby proofing a toilet. Keeping a toddler from exploring the toilet maintains sewer system and keeps the child safe.

 

Important phone number written on a refrigerator.

Preparing for a BabysitterThis is a page about preparing for a baby sitter. There are some things you can do to prepare for your babysitter that will make her or his job easier and make you feel more comfortable leaving your children in their care.

 

A woman eating an apple with her baby.

Diet and Exercise After Pregnancy?This page is about diet and exercise after pregnancy. Finding acceptable exercise and maintaining proper nutrition for yourself and your baby is important.

 

A teen girl eating fruit.

Dieting Advice for Teenagers?This page contains dieting advice for teenagers. A young person can improve their health and fitness and at the same time create good eating habits.

 

A toddler wearing jeans and a sweater.

Keeping a Toddler's Pants UpThis page is about keeping a toddler's pants up. Little people wearing big people's styles often need an adjustment, belt or suspenders to keep their pants up.

 

A frustrated mom sitting next to her son who is jumping on the couch.

How Do Parents Find Personal Time?This page is about how do parents find personal time? Keeping children well taken care of and engaged can leave parents with very little time for their own needs.

 

A mother and her teen daughter.

Tips for Parenting TeensThis page contains tips for parenting teens. Teaching young, nearly adult people to be responsible is important to help them be successful in their adult lives.

 

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Two kids making fruit kabobs.

Making a Cookbook for KidsThis page is about making a cookbook for kids. Learning to cook is an important life skill. You can encourage your children to learn by making cookbook with them.

 

Kids making crafts at Sunday school.

Teaching Children About Religion?This is a page about teaching children about religion. Religion can be a confusing topic for children. Giving your child accurate and current information about world religions will help them to learn what religion is best for them.

 

Mother Scolding Arguing Child

Stopping Children From ArguingIf your child argues with you often, it can be difficult to not argue back. This page is about stopping children from arguing.

 

Girl Leaving For First Day Of School

Tips for the First Day of SchoolThis page contains tips for the first day of school. Children who are used to being home often find it a stressful time adjusting to leaving mom and dad for school.

 

Mom and Baby

Parenting Tips and TricksThis page contains parenting tips and tricks. When raising your children, there is always something to learn to help them develop into responsible, motivated adults.

 

Girl in Kindergarten

Attending Morning or Afternoon Kindergarten?This page is about attending morning or afternoon kindergarten. When given a choice, you want to make sure that your child attends school at the best time for them and their parents.

 

Teens Playing Volleyball

Weekend Activities for Teens?This page is about weekend activities for teens. Planning fun, active things to do on the weekend is important to keep teenagers healthy and happy.

 

Children's Toys

Rotating Your Child's ToysThis page is about rotating your child's toys. Children generally have more toys than they can play with at one time, and they just tend to create clutter.

 

Toddler Brushing Hair

Styling a Toddler's HairThis page is about styling a toddler's hair. It can be a challenge to distract a toddler long enough to hold still for a hair cut or brushing.

 

Teens Biking with Mom

Family Activities for Parents With Teens?This is a page about family activities for parents with teens. Finding fun activities that you can enjoy with your teens can sometimes be daunting.

 

Woman and Her Adult Daughter

Being a Parent to Adult Children?By the time your child has become an adult, they can become your friend. You want to be able to show your love, and be an ear for their important life decisions. This page is about being a parent to adult children.

 

Mom Playing soccer with her Tween Daughter

Tween Parenting AdviceThis is a page about tween parenting advice. When children reach this in between age, parents are faced with a number of challenging parenting decisions.

 

Teenager Talking with Father

Advice for TeenagersThis is a page about advice for teenagers. When you are a teen, learning to make the right decisions and developing good habits are very important.

 

Tips for the Stay at Home Mom

Tips for the Stay at Home Mom?This is a page about tips for the stay at home mom. It can be a real challenge to tackle repetitious chores and lack of adult interaction, when your all time job is taking care of children.

 

A mother reading to her young daughter at bedtime.

Bedtime Tips and TricksThis is a page about bedtime tips and tricks. When it's time for bed, it can help to have a regular routine to relax and slow down that young person.

 

A grumpy girl at school.

Child Doesn't Like New School?This is a page about child doesn't like new school. Attending a new school can be a challenge when everyone is a stranger and you aren't familiar with all the rules.

 

Infant Cereal

Infant Cereal TipsThis is a page about infant cereal tips. One of baby's first solid foods is cereal.

 

Father and Daughter Working on Family Creativity

Jumpstarting Your Family's CreativityThis is a page about jumpstarting your family's creativity. Parents can help encourage creativity in their children and themselves by engaging in activities that are both fun and educational.

 

Temporary Tattoo

Making Temporary TattoosThis is a page about making temporary tattoos. It is easy to create temporary tattoos, by using the right materials.

 

A smiling baby under a white blanket.

Environmentally Friendly Parenting TipsThis page contains environmentally friendly parenting tips. Some easy suggestions on how to have a green baby, and make a smaller footprint on our planet.

 

School Buses

School Bus SafetyThis is a page about school bus safety. The driver of and passengers on a school bus must work together to ensure their safety.

 

A toddler stirring food in a pot.

Keeping a Toddler Out of the PantryThis is a page about keeping a toddler out of the pantry. Once they begin to walk, toddlers set off on an adventure of exploration, getting into everything. Keeping them out of off limits areas can be a challenge.

 

Old Chest

Starting a Hope ChestThis is a page about starting a hope chest. Traditionally young girls began collecting items in their hope chest for their future wedding and married life. You can continue this practice and even update it to match contemporary practices.

 

baby wearing a red and white polka dot bib

Using Baby BibsThis is a page about using baby bibs. Keeping bibs conveniently located can help keep your baby's clothes clean and dry.

 

Child Taking a Nap

Getting Children to Take NapsThis is a page about getting children to take naps. An important break in a young child's day is a nap. Whether sleeping or just slowing down and resting, your child will be healthier in many ways.

 

girl leaning on locker

Decorating Your School LockerThis is a page about decorating your school locker. Decorating with photos, magnets, artwork or inspirational phrases will personalize your storage locker space at school.

 

Child Succeeding in School

Helping Your Child Succeed in SchoolThis is a page about helping your child succeed in school. There are many ways a parent can help their children succeed in school.

 

Girl Eating Breakfast Before School

Eating Breakfast Before SchoolThis is a page about eating breakfast before school. Studies have shown that students perform better in school if they eat breakfast. Busy schedules sometimes make this a difficult task.

 

Mom Teaching Child Personal Hygiene

Teaching Children Personal HygieneThis is a page about teaching children personal hygiene. Developing good cleaning habits early in life can help your child avoid germs and possible illness.

 

little girl in pajamas on bed coloring

Entertaining a Sick ChildThis is a page about entertaining a sick child. When your child isn't well and needs to stay home from school, a different toy or art supplies can help take their mind off the illness.

 

Messy Kids

Containing Messy KidsThis is a page about containing messy kids. Little people can get very involved in their play, and get their toys spread all over the place.

 

Girl Holding her Lost Tooth

Tooth Fairy IdeasThis is a page about tooth fairy ideas. As your child grows one by one those little teeth fall out. Playing the tooth fairy can be lots of fun.

 

Child with Collection of Shells

Collecting Ideas for ChildrenThis is a page about collecting ideas for children. There are many things that children can collect that aren't expensive, but are fun.

 

Grandchild Giving Flowers to Grandmother Gratitude

Teaching Grandchildren GratitudeIt is important for young people to understand the need to show appreciation for gifts given to them. This is a page about teaching grandchildren gratitude.

 

baby girl in carseat

Remembering Your Baby in the CarThis is a page about remembering your baby in the car. Stressed out, overwhelmed parents may need to develop some cues or reminders to prevent accidentally leaving their baby in the car.

 

Toddler Restaurant Kit

Making a Toddler Restaurant KitThis is a page about making a toddler restaurant kit. This easy to assemble kit will not only keep your toddler occupied, but it also contains snacks in case the menu is not to her liking.

 

Pom Pom Activities for Toddlers

Pom Pom Activities for ToddlersThis is a page about pom poms for toddler play. You can make your own or buy pom poms at the craft store. These soft fluffy craft supplies also make great kids' play stuff.

 

Child Support Money

Paying Child SupportThis is a page about paying child support. Child support is an ongoing periodic payment ordered by the court for the financial benefit of children. It is typically paid by the absent or noncustodial parent.

 

Monitoring Your Child's Texting

Monitoring Your Child's Texting?This is a page about monitoring your child's texting. Monitoring your child's texting is important to help keep them safe and out of trouble.

 

Blue booties on a pregnant belly.

Gender Reveal Announcement Photo...This is a page about gender reveal announcement photo ideas. Now that expectant parents can find out the gender of their unborn child early, it is fun to come up with clever ways to include this information in the announcement.

 

Hot pink bra with small yellow and white flowers hanging from a clothesline against a background of blue sky and clouds

Asking My Mom for a Bra?This is a page about asking mom for a bra. Some young girls are confused or reluctant to speak to their mother when they believe it is time to start wearing a bra.

 

A tired college student trying to study.

Setting a Curfew for College Age Children?This is a page about setting a curfew for college age children. College students still living at home are still a subject of worry for their parents.

 

Close up image of an email programs INBOX tab

Create an Email Time Capsule for Your...This is a page about create an email time capsule for your children. Create a technological alternative to the old style time capsule by creating one via emails.

 

Father and teenage son working at a workbench together outside

Staying Connected with Your ChildrenThis is a page about staying connected with your children. As your children get older it can be easy to lose that connection you had when they were younger.

 

Young child's feet dangling as they sit on the potty.

Creative Potty Training IdeasThis is a page about creative potty training ideas. Although there are standard recommendations for potty training your child, sometimes a bit of creativity is needed.

 

Spray Bottle for Toddler Play

Toddler Water Play IdeasThis is a page about toddler water play ideas. Kids love to play in and with water.

 

Picky toddler refusing to eat.

Adding Calories to Your Toddler's DietThis is a page about adding calories to your toddler's diet. Toddler's can be very inconsistent and picky eaters. If your doctor recommends increasing their caloric intake you may need to get creative.

 

Mother soothing a toddler age girl.

Toddler With DiarrheaThis is a page about toddler with diarrhea. Diarrhea is common in children. Finding the cause and best treatment is necessary to prevent side effects such as dehydration.

 

Toddler boy sitting on potty chair holding a book

Potty Training a ToddlerThis is a page about potty training a toddler. When a youngster is making the transition to using the toilet, it needs to be a positive experience.

 

Toddler yelling and splashing in bath

Teach a Toddler to Behave in the Bath?This page is about teach a toddler to behave in the bath. Being in the tub can be lots of fun, but you want to take care of the business of the washing up and keeping the water in the bath.

 

Young girl pulling on her hair

My Child's Hair is Not GrowingThis is a page about my child's hair is not growing. Almost everyone's hair grows at a similar rate. Sometimes there may be factors that effect this growth rate.

 

Bed with wet area and teddy bear

Bed Wetting Tips and AdviceThis is a page about bed wetting tips and advice. Helping your child with a bed wetting issue can be very frustrating, but necessary.

 

Close up of child that needs to go potty

Daytime Wetting in ChildrenThis is a page about daytime wetting in children. Sometimes older children will have an accident during the day. If not due to medical reasons then you have a different issue to resolve.

 

Blue cotton thong underwear on a white background

When Should Teens Wear Thongs?This is a page about "When should teens wear thongs?". Parents routinely need to address clothing styles and what they consider acceptable for their teen to wear.

 

Young teen-age girl and boy sitting against a wall

When Should Teens Start Dating?This is a page about "When should teens start dating?". A common question for parents to address is when are they OK with their teens to begin dating.

 

Young woman with older man

My Teen Daughter is Dating an Older GuyThis is a page about my teen daughter is dating an older guy. Parents tend to become worried when their teenaged daughters start dating an older boy or young man.

 

Teens roasting marshmallows around a campfire.

Boy-Girl Sleepover AdviceThis is a page about boy-girl sleepover advice. Parents can find themselves struggling with the request by their child to host a co-ed sleepover.

 

mother and daughter planning school work

Household Routines for School Age ChildrenThis is a page about household routines for school age children. One way to help your children be successful in school and organized at home is to create routines.

 

little girl with a fist of money

Teaching Children to Manage MoneyThis is a page about teaching children to manage money. Teaching your children the value of money and how to manage it is a good lesson that will help them out when they live on their own.

 

Infant with thermometer in mouth and cloth across the forhead

Treating an Infant's ColdThis is a page about treating an infant's cold. Treating your infant's cold is quite different than caring for yourself or an older child. Many medications can not be given to infants.

 

Girl arguing with her mother.  Mother is holding her hand out, girl has her fingers crossed behind her back

Consequences for Lying and Back TalkingThis is a page about consequences for lying and back talking. Trying to teach a child the consequences of their behavior is an important part of parenting.

 

A toddler brushing her teeth.

Establishing Routines for a ToddlerThis is a page about establishing routines for a toddler. You and your young toddler will both benefit from the setting of certain routines.

 

Infant drinking water from a bottle

When To Start Feeding Water to a Baby?This is a page about when to start feeding water to a baby. Knowing when to introduce new foods and beverages to your baby is a part of caring for your child.

 

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