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Featured on Yahoo! Shine, CNN, Y! Finance, theFrisky, Y! Sports, etc. Lyn's owner & editor of several websites. This homeschool "Momtrepreneur" teaches with nature, books, & play. She has also published a book on positive parenting. Hire/Contact:

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Toddler meals: 1 of 9

Let's face it, when a toddler is hungry, there is not much time to prepare a meal before the crankiness starts. The meals must also be good, or they'll wind up smashed into the floor, table, high chair, or even all three. Sometimes this can lead to unhealthy meals, such as fast food or frozen food ridden with preservatives. ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to get toddlers to behave: 2 of 7

Toddlers are sometimes very stingy with their toys or don't choose to play well with others. But, is there a way to get toddlers to share their toys and play nicely? Well, yes and no. Some toddlers enjoy interacting with others in their play and some don't. Developmentally, actively playing together formally may not com...
Food & Drink > Sauce, Spread & Dips Recipes: Guacamole: 7 of 20

Sometimes family get-togethers need a little spicing up. That's when I make my special guacamole dip. Friends and family have tried for years to get the recipe out of me, but to no avail. Now, I've finally done it. So, here's Mama's Spicy Guacamole Dip. Ingredients: 4 large Haas Avocadoes (They are best when the outside skin...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Are "nanny cams" a violation of babysitters' rights?: 21 of 59

While it is understandable how, at first glance, being videotaped could seem like a violation of privacy, in this case it shouldn't be looked at as such. As a former nanny and a mother, I have been on both sides of this situation. Personally, I see benefits for both and am highly in favor of video cameras in any care provide...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Common Baby Ailments How to stop formula fed babies from vomiting: 1 of 2

Spitting up is very common in both formula-fed and breastfed babies and is generally quite normal. When the baby starts vomiting, that is another story. If your baby is vomiting, you may be asking the question, "How can I cure my baby's vomiting?" First off, if your baby is less than 1 month old and is vomiting, you need to ...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages Tips on toilet-training a girl: 1 of 2

Some aspects of potty training are the same, no matter your child's gender. However, some advice should be geared toward either girls or boys. As a mother to multiple children, I feel my potty training tips for girls may be helpful to other parents. Teach Toilet Vocabulary Before and during potty training, teach your little ...
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) How to tell if spaghetti is done: 1 of 2

Everyone knows how to cook spaghetti...right? Wrong. Do your noodles come out as mushy as the food you feed your baby? Please don't tell me they instead look like a bird's nest, all sticky and weaved together. Spaghetti noodles should be soft, but not so soft you'd mistake them for mush. They also shouldn't be so sticky that...
Parenting & Pregnancy > After School How to decide if dance class is right for your child: 1 of 1

Choosing whether a dance class is appropriate for your child involves much thinking. While this can be a fun and rewarding experience, there are other aspects of involving your child in extra-curricular activities that should be considered. Many questions are likely running through your mind. This guide should serve as a hel...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages How to use music to help make baby smarter: 1 of 1

Over the years, there has been much conjecture over the subject of music and babies. Some physicians and psychiatrists recommend having babies listen to classical music every day. Some even recommend it while the baby is still in the womb. Many parents are naturally curious and ask themselves and others if listening to music...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for a soy-based newborn gift pack: 1 of 1

Whether it is for natural care reasons or health care benefits, a mother may request soy-based baby gifts for her newborn. If you know a mother who is into natural care, being eco-friendly, or who has an infant with lactose intolerance, this gift guide to soy-based baby products may help you decide what gift to give the newb...