Making the RIGHT Choice!
If you are thinking of becoming pregnant, or you are already pregnant, it’s extremely important that you have access to good medical attention for you and your baby. Many studies have shown that early and sufficient medical attention is vital for you and your baby’s health and well being. If you choose [...]
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Posted in: Health & Safety, Pregnancy
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By Deanna Mascle
Providing positive, enjoyable literacy experiences give young children opportunities to gain the knowledge, awareness, skills, and love of learning that they need to later learn to read independently. Here are 8 ways you can provide those experiences:
Choose the Right Books
Choose books that have large colorful pictures or photos; a few words on a [...]
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Posted in: Education, Parenting
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by Deborah Shelton
Family meetings provide opportunities for feelings to be aired and validated. They also allow younger children to feel they are an important part of the decision-making process when it comes to family vacations and other major and minor family functions.
Before the first meeting commences, set a few ground rules such as:
Speak in a [...]
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Is it possible to plan having a baby in a way as to choose whether you will have a boy or a girl? Many experts say yes! There are some theories that make sense others which have been medically proven. Still some people believe it, others don’t.
Choosing the Sex of Your Baby
A popular book written [...]
Tags: boy, choose, girl, method, pregnant, sex, shettles, trying to conceive
Posted in: TTC
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If you decide that banking your newborn’s cord blood is for you then you need to choose the right cord-blood bank for your needs. Make sure to start your cord-blood bank search early on so you have time to consider all your options before having to choose one. Begin by compiling a list of cord-blood [...]
Tags: bank, choice, choose, Cord Blood
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Kid Cooperation
Would you like to get your kids to willingly cooperate? Stop the daily battles? Teach your kids valuable life skills? If your answer is Yes! Yes! Yes! then read on . . .
There are so many things we must get our children to do and so many things me [...]
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If you are going to have a shower choosing the theme is an important step in the planning process. You don’t have to have a theme however having one will make the party entertaining, fun, and a memorable experience.
If you choose to have a theme, ask yourself what your baby shower guests would find enjoyable. [...]
Tags: Baby, choose, decorations, favors, food, games, nursery, shower, theme
Posted in: Baby Showers
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by Deborah Felker
My personal search for the perfect Irish baby name began many years ago, when my husband and I found out we were going to be blessed with another daughter. We knew we wanted an Irish name for our baby girl so we would always remember the spiritual connection that we shared.
After all, it [...]
Tags: Baby, choose, creative, customs, evolution, irish, name, pick, traditions
Posted in: Baby Names
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By Criss White
A person’s name is something they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Selecting a baby’s name is an important, but often difficult decision for many parents. Follow our guide for a simple process in selecting your baby’s name.
Most people have some ideas for good baby names and have thought [...]
Tags: Baby, choose, common, method, name, simple, unusual
Posted in: Baby Names
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By Sarah Holmes, Ph.D.
A baby crib is most likely at the top of your list of things you will need for your new baby. With all of the different styles and features, it can be a daunting task to pick the safest and best baby crib for your new family member. This article on baby [...]
Tags: Baby, buy, choose, crib, safety, select, slats, standards
Posted in: Nursery & Gear
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