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Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Combating bad behavior in toddlers: 3 of 37
The first step in combating bad behavior in toddlers is to recognize that there is always a reason for the things they do whether or not you or they understand them. When bad behavior rears its ugly head, you need to remember you absolutely have the power to escalate or diffuse it. There are many tacks to take to combat bad b... More..
Sciences > Ecology & Environment Explaining biodiversity loss: 1 of 10
There may be as many as 30 million species in existence, most of which have not even been described. Extinction rates now are higher than ever, and some scientists estimate that we are losing one species per hour. The more species we lose, the less diverse our biological world becomes. It is important to recognize that everyt... More..
Sciences > Zoology The difference between amphibians and reptiles: 2 of 18
Amphibians and reptiles are often grouped together in a category, and are studied in the field of herpetology (which literally means 'the study of creeping things'). They have a number of traits in common, including ectothermy (being cold-blooded). Both of these groups of animals are currently undergoing worldwide population ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Mental preparation tips for running a marathon: 1 of 9
Before running my first marathon, I was told that completing a marathon is 85% mental and only 15% physical. I have found this to be very true. Running a marathon is perhaps the most physically taxing thing anyone can do. It takes months of physical preparation before your marathon date to be ready to run the entire 26.2 dist... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers How to get toddlers to behave: 1 of 9
The most important thing you can do to get your toddler to behave is to understand the cause of their behavior. Toddlerhood is a time when children are exploring cause and effect and testing their boundaries. Toddlers face a losing battle each day. They are not as big, strong, smart, or articulate as adults and that can leave... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Bible study: What we can learn from Old Testament characters: 2 of 17
We can learn a lot from Old Testament characters especially in regards to matters of faithfulness. One of the recurring themes that encourages me is that God works in his own time and that believing he answers prayers oftentimes takes faith. There are three characters, in particular that best demonstrate this: Noah, Abraham, ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Positive emotional effects of a scented home or apartment: 6 of 49
When living in rented housing, there is often little you can do to make the place your own. I lived for many years in an apartment, and I could not paint the walls in the vibrant colors I would have liked to. I could not hang many shelves or pieces of artwork for fear of putting too many holes in the wall. I quickly discovere... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy I'm pregnant: Now what?: 1 of 8
If you are like me, it might take a few days to wrap your head around what it means to be pregnant. After the shock and joy wane a bit, you are left wondering what to do next. Having gone through this twice myself, I have learned there are a few of the things you should do after you find out you are pregnant.MAKE A DOCTOR'S A... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Clothing Tips for saving money on laundry day: 4 of 30
Nowadays, everyone is looking for places to save a dollar or two. Sometimes you can save money just by doing everyday things, like laundry, a little differently. Here are some tips on how to save money while doing laundry, without having to go out and purchase a newer, more energy-efficient model than you already own.SORTING ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Babies (Other) Guide to baby sitting rates: 1 of 6
Finding a good babysitter can be difficult, so paying them enough to keep them around is important. The question is: how much is enough?You can learn a lot about what a babysitter expects to get paid by visiting bulletin boards visited by babysitters. There are also online calculators that you can use. Before asking someone t... More..