Pearls

Mama knows best: find important gems or parenting ‘pearls’ that change weekly.

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Cake for Breakfast

Cake for Breakfast

Every family has interesting traditions that make them different. I’m always preaching about good nutrition, but rules are made to be broken … occasionally.

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At The Feet Of A Master

At The Feet Of A Master

What do your kids know that you don’t? Sit. Watch. Learn.

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Speak Softly

Speak Softly

If you really want them to listen to what you have to say, lower your voice …

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Should You Bribe Your Kids?

Should You Bribe Your Kids?

Alright, already. Lets call it incentivize instead of bribe. Some parents bristle at the thought of bribing their kids. But we’ve all done it. Like…

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Lessons From To Kill A Mockingbird

Lessons From To Kill A Mockingbird

This classic novel was a huge success in 1960, and it offers parents some great tools in 2010.

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Sweet Dreams

Sweet Dreams

If bedtime is a nightmare at your house, this pearl will introduce magic and excitement into the mix. Before long, they may be begging you to let them go to sleep!

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Eat, Sleep, Play

Eat, Sleep, Play

New info offers simple solutions to childhood obesity. Maybe it’s not as tough as we thought …

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Kind AND Firm – The Secret To Parenting Success

Kind AND Firm – The Secret To Parenting Success

Do you know what kind of parent you are? There are four styles. One holds the key to success.

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F as in FAT

F as in FAT

That’s the title of a new report documenting our love affair with TOO much food. It’s time to start thinking outside the box …

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Make The Dark Side Of Summer Shine A Little Brighter!

Make The Dark Side Of Summer Shine A Little Brighter!

We all count the days ’til we get to have some serious summertime fun. Everything’s going along swimmingly until…

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