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I am the owner of Moms On Edge at http://www.momsonedge.com. When you're tired of battling with potty training, bedtime and other behavioral issues, find clever parenting tools and products proven to quickly help solve the most common parenting challenges

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Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Not-so-innocent little girls: How society and celebrity are affecting our children: 1 of 44
There is an audible groan from two mothers pushing their little children in strollers through the mall, as they are passed by a scantily clad group of teenage girls. "What parent would let her daughter leave the house like that?" she says referring to the group of girls in matching short shorts and tight, midriff baring shirt... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages Countdown to no more diapers: Best potty training tips: 2 of 42
"I'm so done with diapers!" groans a mother as she looks at the high price tag on the jumbo pack of diapers. "Is it time for my child to start potty training?"Potty training is a big milestone for children. But how do parents know when to start? Intuition, expectations, common sense and observation play key roles in initiatin... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Parenting through emotional baggage: 1 of 6
Recently I ran across a parenting blog in which the writer was reviewing an educational product. She immediately lost credibility with me when in her first paragraph, she wrote that the product made her feel like vomiting, and then used some form of sexual innuendo to refer to the innocuous item.I was curious: What kind of a ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips Tips for enjoying family time: 2 of 7
Family time is a necessity for those wishing to build happy and healthy families. Parents that take time out to eat as a family, play, read, and talk together, teach children that they matter, that relationships are worth nurturing, and that strong family bonds breed success.Setting aside blocks allocated for family time can ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies How to teach your child manners: 8 of 20
After interviewing for an exciting employment opportunity, the young candidate was rejected, "When I asked for real feedback, the interviewer told me that although my job skills and education were a good fit, some of my table manners raised a red flag. The position entails many client dinners and I guess I had a few bad habit... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Behavior & Discipline (Other) How to teach your child telephone safety and manners: 1 of 2
Parents learn quickly that telephones are like magnets to children. With multiple cell phones and land lines ringing, children have greater access to phone communication than ever before, and are more fascinated than ever with their use.Per Spiderman's creed, "With great power comes great responsibility," children need to be ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope Separation anxiety: Avoid the biggest mistakes parents make: 1 of 2
Saying goodbye is one of the most difficult tasks that people learn in life. Learning to handle separation is an emotionally difficult task that begins in infancy. Too often, parents and caregivers mishandle the child's transition between them, and the child is left feeling scared and abandoned. "Maybe mommy isn't ever coming... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Parenting without ego to build a child's self-esteem: 1 of 1
Parents should never allow their egos to become wrapped up in their child. Many parents measure their own value and success by their children's successes and failures. Children behaving like children, not hitting milestones early enough, or not living up to a parent's unrealistic expectations, can be devastating to these pare... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childhood Development Communication skills your child should know: 1 of 1
"I was at a party the other night and I got trapped in the corner by a man who just talked and talked and talked. I tried to give him the signals to end the conversation, but he didn't pick up on them. What a bore."Teaching children how to communicate politely and effectively is one of a parent's most important tasks. Assumin... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods The business of successful parenting: 15 of 15
My husband is an insightful businessman with the unique ability to create something out of nothing, envision the future, work efficiently and strategically, and quickly get to the bottom line. In his books and seminars he teaches useful business strategies to high level executives so that they can grow their businesses succes... More..