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Home & Garden > Home Interior Must-have items for your child's playroom: 1 of 28
Designing a playroom for your child is one of the most joyful jobs of parenting. As children grow, they will spend a large amount of time in their playroom. The space will be fun, relaxing and educational all in one neat package if you take the time to plan well.When designing a great playroom, the most important consideratio... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor Packing for the hospital or birthing center: 1 of 20
While reading some books, it seems that you will only be comfortable at the hospital if you bring everything but the kitchen sink. If it will make you happy and you have plenty of space to bring everything under the sun, feel free to do so. However, what you really need is far less. Let's break things down to needs and wants.... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Foreclosures: The impact it has on children and families: 1 of 14
Children are often forgotten victims of the current foreclosure disaster. Headlines shout out all over the nation about families down on their luck, the high rate of foreclosure, people losing their homes all over the nation. How this crisis is affecting children tends to be overlooked, but the fact is that children are being... More..
Home & Garden > Plumbing Repairs How to prevent frozen water pipes: 1 of 8
Preventing water pipes from freezing is very important. An enormous amount of water damage can result from one small leak. There are several ways of going about preparing your water pipes for winter.Keep the water running.This is a simple, yet effective, method for keeping pipes from freezing. Experts suggest turning on both ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages When to potty train your child: 1 of 7
Many people believe that there is a "magic" time to wait for before you begin to potty train your child. What I believe is that once the child is "ready", based on all the readiness cues that are commonly listed in various magazines and books, it probably means that the child has finally figured it all out for themselves. You... More..
Education > Homeschooling Top 10 things homeschooled children and parents get to do while everyone else is in school: 6 of 41
Homeschooling is a wonderful option. Traditional school is very one-size-fits-all and children are not of all one variety. Homeschooling allows the parent and child to work around a child's strengths and weaknesses in multiple ways. Here is a list of 10 things that are great about homeschooling:1. Enjoy public spaces without ... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Technologies & Issues At what age do you give a child a cell-phone?: 7 of 42
When to give a child a cell phone seems to be a frequent topic of discussion among parents right now. Anyone with a child beyond his or her preschool years can tell you that the children all seem to be of the same mindset - children should all have cellphones right now! It seems like the cellphone is the "thing to have" for k... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Day care and elder care: How could bringing these two services together benefit both?: 8 of 46
In this age of paid care for family members, both senior day care and child day care are very well attended. Some people wonder whether the two should be combined.There are definite pros and cons to the idea, but the concept should be seriously considered.First of all, children can bring added energy and excitement into the e... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Tips for choosing toys for children: 1 of 5
Choosing the best toys for your child seems complicated, but in reality, a little common sense is really quite useful. It is important to remember that there is no one toy or game that can give your child an "edge" over other children. What children really need more than the latest and greatest gadget is a variety of playthin... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts The best spring craft projects for pre-schoolers: 3 of 13
Spring is an exciting time for children. After months of being cooped up in the house, or wrestling with the daily hassle of boots, coats and mittens, spring is a time for children and parents alike to renew their excitement for the outdoors and the warm weather to come. Why not take advantage of the changing season by making... More..