Parenting

One of the best parenting tips I've heard was actually disguised as a teaching strategy:  Don't Cave.   Let's say little Fifi is begging for more computer time, and you've already

This is a great book that gives some real insight into the history of the humanity before history was recorded. I found it to be super-interesting for my own reading... plus it gave me some great information I

I cannot even begin to count how many pretty blank journals I have lying around the house.  I always have the best of intentions...WELL, this year, things have changed!  My good friend gave me the "10

I just found this website and it's easy to read without a lot of stuff on it so it has an easy to navigate look to it.  It has fun activities & coloring pages to print out for the kids too

Fitting one-on-one time with your child can be difficult amongst all of the other activities you and your child are involved in.  But it is especially important if you have more than one child, I know, I have

I have recently discovered something amazing.  My son Eli, who is 3 1/2, knew the sign language to "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star."  We often sing songs while I am getting he and his younger brother

In a perfect world, there would be a crossing guard and crosswalk on every busy street in the neighborhood. We would dress our children in bright orange vests as we waved goodbye to them at the door, and send them

If you have sock traction issues with your kids, GRIPPIES is the product for you.  GRIPPIES is the "non-slip solution" that enables parents to add a non-skid surface to their kids’ socks, tights

Operation Shower is a non-profit organization that produces and coordinates baby showers for pregnant and expecting military personnel and their families. After gathering gifts and donations from the public, they

EVERYDAYKIDZ is a resource for moms, dads, families, and caregivers of kids with asthma-related breathing problems, aged 12 months to 8 years. As a member of EVERYDAYKIDZ, you will receive educational e-mails, plus

About one million Evenflo car seats are being recalled due to the possibilty that the seat could detach from the base in a side impact collision. Check their site to ensure that you do not need to contact Evenflo

This is a great website. It has lot of "ogranic" themed ideas. There is recipes, games, store, and many more.You can also sign up to join M.O.O. Mothers of Organic™ and receive the monthly email

How much money will you need to save to afford your child's college? What's your tuition limit based on your current savings rate? You will find answers to these questions and more on the website. There's

This is a wonderful website for both parents and older kids. Parents can learn by reading the different topics what their child is feeling or going through. The kids can understand better what is going on with them.The

Whoever coined the phrase, "sleep like a baby" was obviously not a parent. What do you do when your little bundle of joy has trouble sleeping? Our Advisory Board has assembled the Cloud b Sleep Center

If you have a minute, read this amazing article from Reader's Digest about a family with blind-deaf triplets. The girls are 7 now, and have suffered tremendously. The parents are doing all they can to help their

This Reader's Digest article gives you seven things to say, and seven things not to say, to children. Since kids think differently, they hear things differently than adults. Sometimes they misinterpret what

This is another great website from Liberty Mutual. It talks about how to choose the proper child car seats and then it talks about the different types of car seats. I always went to the firestation to make sure

Many people die every year because of fires. This a great website from Liberty Mutual that covers simple safety tips. These tips can help prevent devastating home fires and protect your family from harm. Please

This is a wonderful website for a mother to be or a mom who has a happy little bundle. The website covers many topics such as the different stages of the pregnancy, there is also a section that talks about how to

This is great website. You can create your own gift registry or search for a friend or family member's gift registry. They also have lots of unique products from all over the world. You can purchase things such

There are six basics you should stock for your home in the case of an emergency: water, food, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items for medical conditions. 

Check out this link http://parenting.ivillage.com/mom/structure/0,,n6lv,00.html for some great tips for single moms raising boys. It really helps you understand things from the boy's perspective and how

On this site you’ll find information about learn-to-swim products, feedback from parents, resources for swimming lessons and tips on water safety. You can also register your child to track

Nick's ParentsConnect.com is a great website for parents. The website has advice for parents of kids of all ages, there is also recipes, activities, tips, and more. You will find information on a variety of

Give your family a common sense of identity by starting a family tradition. You can start this by reinforcing family traditions on the major holidays, such as Mother’s Day and even the summer holidays. A

Take a minute to read this email I received today. It's beautiful. Being A Mom We are sitting at lunch one day when my daughter casually mentions that she and her husband are thinking of "starting

My little boy has always had a hard time gaining weight. In fact, I had to be induced because my placenta had become less effective and he'd stopped gaining weight when I was 36 weeks pregnant. My son is nearly

I will admit I am mother to only one child, a spunky little 1 1/2 year old. His natural curiosity has sent me back to the days I was in college enrolled as a Human Development major. Back then I worked as a teacher

All Basic Life Support procedures demonstrated in this free online course adhere to the same guidelines as the American Red Cross® and The American Heart Association®, and are intended to provide the student

This article by "The Diva" is awesome! There are so many tips on how to save money in the bathroom. OK, I wouldn't cut and layer my own hair, but the recipes for salt and sugar scrubs, and the tip

This is a great website. My favorite section is about Child Development. They cover many great topics such as raising boys, reading and language, creativity, and many more. There is also Fun and Games for the little

Looking for a fun way to reward your kids for their accomplishments? Download and print free reward calendars to help your kids develop in areas that are some of the most common challenges of parenting. 1. Download

Welcome to The Every Day with Rachael Ray Powerhouse The Every Day with Rachael Ray Powerhouse would like your feedback on today's most important and relevant issues that directly impact your life, including

Are you currently pregnant or trying to conceive? Register now to receive a free guide called "Planning a Baby" from First Response filled with valuable coupons, helpful information and important

Become a Similac Welcome Addition Club member and start enjoying your benefits right away! Free membership gives you exclusive offers and savings* including:   • Valuable savings checks for Similac Infant

WonderTime is dedicated to helping parents nurture their children's love of learning. A blend of how and why, Wondertime inspires parents of infants through 8-year-olds to see the world through the eyes of their

Yes, pick up a bag of marbles from eBay or the local hobby store and put them in a safe place. (Marbles may be a little more expensive than expected at about $5 a bag, but that becomes chump change when

Get free samples delivered to your door, just for joining the makeup loving community. Free samples are only available to those living within the United States. Samples Makeup is your new online source where

Young infants develop a strong attachment towards the mom. At this age, they are completely dependent upon her for their needs, such as being fed or being put to bed. It is only when they start growing older that

Here is a development profile for the Three Year Old. This is a very fun time in development. Remember, all children progress in their own time...don't push them if they are not ready, or compare them to other

Here are some fun developmental milestones for a 4 year old. Every child develops in their own way and time. Use this as a little framework to see all the fun things they can do! :) AGE 4 Gross Motor • Jumps

Autismville is a Parents.com blog about "life on the Autism spectrum" by Judith Ursitti.  Judith's beautiful writing and photographs detail her family's ups and downs with their 4 year old

If you are planning to have a child, expecting or have a little one this is a great website for you. It has tons of useful information from pregnancy to the baby's health and many more. You can even have the

Are you tired of those boring address labels, holiday cards, etc.? This company makes the cutest address labels, note pads, holiday cards, etc. that you help design. You get to pick out faces that closely resemble

I love development! As an educator for Early Intervention in my pre-mommy years, I was able to hone my skills and really learn how to evaluate babies and small children. After that job, I was in Special Education

The SafeGuard child car seat is really neat. SafeGuard has a 5 point harness to keep the child safe. It is small and lightweight, installs in less than a minute, and can be folded into a compact travel bag that

There is no doubt that motherhood is demanding. It can be a challenge to maintain your composure during the stressful times, be it a first time mother calming a crying infant, several small children demanding equal

My son recently received the book, "On the Night You Were Born," by Nancy Tillman for Christmas and I would like to recommend it. The art work in this book is really colorful and beautifully done. It