May 2009

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‘Smart Baby’ Technology:  The Ticket To Harvard?

‘Smart Baby’ Technology: The Ticket To Harvard?

Baby brain tools are the new Sesame Street. Buyer beware.

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Teen Momhood is NOT  Glamorous!

Teen Momhood is NOT Glamorous!

Will this image say ‘abstinence’ to my daughter … or yours?

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Star Support For The Children Of War

Star Support For The Children Of War

Mamas love HERO, an album produced by War Child, an organization that helps children whose lives have been torn apart by war.

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Food Overboard!

My 1-year-old daughter has gotten into a new habit that I’d like to break …

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Why Don’t My Almost Two-Year-Olds Share?

With my twin boys second birthday quickly approaching I am starting to fear the “terrible twos”….

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“Special Time”

There’s nothing a child loves more than having Mom or Dad’s undivided attention. I’m not talking about the time spent under the microscope when she’s in trouble and getting a lecture, although if that’s her only option, she’ll probably take it. I’m talking about free, unhurried time that includes just the two of you and [...]

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Potty Training – the Sooner the Better, Right?

Potty Training – the Sooner the Better, Right?

Let your little one tell you when she’s ready for those Dora the Explorer panties.

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Dangers of the Doggie Door

Dangers of the Doggie Door

Almost 100 children have died after using them to go outside when no one was looking…

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They Call it the COMMON Cold for a Reason

I’ve been hearing a lot of conflicting stuff about how to treat cold symptoms in young children …

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Hand-Me-Downs

Hand-Me-Downs

Get the flea market experience without leaving your computer!

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