Children are Little Scientists

Children are born with marvelous imaginations and a keen desire to explore the world. Encourage this in your child—help her to discover the beauty and wonder of everything around her.

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What is Preventing Your Baby from Sleeping through the Night?

The first of many articles by author Elizabeth Pantley. She writes about children and healthy sleep habits and strategies.

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Home Made Cleaning Products

It is very important to know what is in our cleaning products.  We are lucky that there are some GREEN products on the market right now that are very effective and safe, but as a parent, I remain content to make my own cleaners.  At least I know what is in them! Here are...

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Weekly Toddler/Preschooler Games

Weekly Toddler/Preschooler Games

As a parent, we are always looking for fun and educational (and inexpensive) games to play with our children. We have some great ideas and we will be posting one every week. Try them out!

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Use Soapnuts to Wash Your Clothes

Use Soapnuts to Wash Your Clothes

Do you know anything about these wonderful little nuts? I sure didn't but I do now...

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Doulas and Epidurals

Professional labor assistants, doulas, are popular companions for the expectant family who is attempting a natural childbirth. What if you are not interested in natural childbirth, is a doula still valuable for a family who knows they want an epidural? Positioning The administration of an epidural requires you to sit without moving for several...

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Is Natural Childbirth For Me?

Not every woman desires a natural childbirth. Sadly, not every woman who desires a natural childbirth achieves her goal. This may leave you wondering if it is worth your time to consider or prepare for natural childbirth as an option. You are the only person who can decide what is best for you and...

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False Labor – Avoiding A Disappointing Trip To The Hospital

One of the biggest concerns for first time parents is how to know when it is ‘time’ to go to the hospital. As labor nears, your body will be cycling in and out of periods of contractions that can be confusing. Many families make the trip to the hospital only to be sent home...

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Having a Baby Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank

Having a Baby Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank

Times are tight right now, but that doesn’t mean that your baby has to go without. There are several ways that you can safely cut the cost of caring for your baby. There are some costs though that you should never cut and some that are no problem at all. Furniture A crib really...

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Caffeine and Pregnancy

Caffeine and Pregnancy

Does caffeine affect your unborn baby? We looked into it.

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