Week 47 of 2009

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THE DAILY FIND: The Marshmallow Test

THE DAILY FIND: The Marshmallow Test

Click below and discover what delayed gratification can do to encourage lifelong success for your little peanut.

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Meet the AMiNals!

Meet the AMiNals!

Check out this new line of huggable, soft dolls inspired by kid’s drawings (complete with misspellings) … We LOVE ‘em!

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THE DAILY FIND:              Saying ‘Yes’ To The Shot In Spite Of It All

THE DAILY FIND: Saying ‘Yes’ To The Shot In Spite Of It All

What’s it really like to have a child come down with swine flu? Click below for the link. A must-read!

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THE DAILY FIND: MindfulMomma.com

THE DAILY FIND: MindfulMomma.com

Go to mindfulmomma.com and learn how to ban toxic cleaning products from your home. You’ll love her and her site … we just know it. Click below for the link.

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Making The Most Of The Magic Kingdom

My husband and I are taking our two-year-old twins to Disneyland. Any tips or wise words from parents who have already gone?

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Madame, Pleeze Give Me Zee Breast!

Madame, Pleeze Give Me Zee Breast!

Breaking News: Babies are born with regional accents!

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THE DAILY FIND:  Flu Story: A Pregnant Woman’s Ordeal

THE DAILY FIND: Flu Story: A Pregnant Woman’s Ordeal

Click below for the link to one mom’s powerful cautionary tale.

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DAILY FIND: Sittercity.com

DAILY FIND: Sittercity.com

is an ingenious website that helps you find competent babysitters in your area.

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Just ‘Cuz They’re Little, Doesn’t Mean They’re Stupid

Just ‘Cuz They’re Little, Doesn’t Mean They’re Stupid

Ever notice how some people tend to speak louder to a person who’s blind? It’s like they assume that since the guy can’t see, he can’t hear either.

Painful and embarrassing to witness if you happen to be standing there. And annoying, I’m sure …

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“Mommy, My Tummy Hurts!”

It always seems to happen just as you’re getting everyone ready for school, or a family outing, or a visit to Grammy’s house.  If you’re really unlucky, it’s when you’ve finally got all the coats on and the shoes tied, and are all set to  head to the airport for that trip-of-a-lifetime Hawaii vacation. One [...]

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Pearls of Wisdom

Mommy, I’m Scared!

There’s nothing worse than being awakened from a sound sleep by cries or screams coming from your little one’s bedroom. You jump out of bed as fast as lightning and…

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Who doesn't need a laugh?? Take a look at these jokers and tell us they aren't adorable. We dare you!

What You Said

  • Sarahs: Try to remember that a big part of Dr. Sears’ point is not to get so caught up in what ‘baby...
  • Sophie Tucker: Is it possible to just take these people aside, say “we need to talk”, and then just lay...
  • Jessie: Whew! Relief to know it’s not just me who feels harassed by such people! I’ve had such neighbours...
  • Lori: Lady Diana refused to allow her sons, Prince William and his younger brother Harry, to undergo the procedure....
  • Joanne: It seems such a shame that people cannot simply be courtious anymore. Popping by on the offchance that a...
  • Sue Carney: I linked to this piece from my fb page, “How Marketers Target Teens, Why It’s Not Cool, and...
  • Hannah Nedrow: I couldn’t agree more: “There is NO single best way to parent.” My son was in a crib...
  • Hannah Nedrow: Lovely site and thanks for reminding me that yelling is counterproductive. Off to start my seven-day...
  • Lindsey Whitney: I’m a pretty big advocate of attachment parenting, but I certainly don’t think...
  • Jfever: This happened to my friends too, except they live Very close. The gal with the older boy was steamed for a...

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