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Updated November 22, 2009
Medicine and Kids: The Do's and Don'ts
What do you do if your child refuses to take his medicine? How do you get a strong-willed child who seems determined to not take her medicine to take it? Consider these do's and don'ts from parenting experts Thomas Haller and Chick Moorman.
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When Mothering Becomes Smothering
Are you a strong influence in your children's lives? It's important that you are, but is it possible to have too much influence? If people tell you are over controlling or over protective, it's time to ask yourself, "Am I mothering or smothering my children?"
Extra-Curricular Activities Can Pose Extra Stress on Families
Over-scheduling often affects children's schoolwork, quality family time and increases the stress levels of the children and parents involved. Learn how you can break this cycle from Jody Johnston Pawel, LSW, CFLE.
Of Course I'm Listening! . . . What Did You Say?
Tweens and teens constantly say their parents "don't listen." Obviously you can't always drop everything to listen to your child. But let's be honest: not many of us do open-heart surgery or negotiate international crises at home. So when our kids want to talk, we need to do more than pretend to listen!
Jeopardy--The Motherhood Edition
What is Family Zone columnist Cheryl Butler plotting this month? A new version of the game show Jeopardy! just might be the thing for mothers everywhere who are worried about finding appropriate television viewing for their children - and who are afraid of being upstaged by their know-it-all kids!
Before, During, and After: How to Declare a Truce at the Holiday Dinner Table
Most families have some kind of history of arguments that seem to erupt at the yearly holiday dinner table. With preparation, knowledge, and the use of past experiences, you can create the holiday dinner you really want!
Kid-Friendly Treat: Maple Apple Graham Crisp
Apples and maple syrup are a delicious flavor combination. This yummy apple crisp is sure to please your kids and the kid in you! Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious or Granny Smith apples are great varieties for this recipe. Enjoy it as a dessert or special after school treat!
The Benefits of Music with Children and Family Relationships
Music can advance our intelligence and shape our future, beginning within the womb and continuing throughout childhood. It can play a crucial role in developing mental, physical and emotional growth. Music also can be used as a tool to strengthen family relationships and bridge generation gaps. Learn more from Marc Herstein.
And More:
• Pregnancy and Ovulation Tests as low as $0.50 each
• Daily Horoscopes
• November Games for Kids
• Share your baby's name with us!
• Dollar Stretcher Tips for November 19, 2009
• Translating Mom-Speak and Dad-Speak
• The Ten Best Things to Say to Your Child During Homework Time
• How to Get Fit Kids: The value of healthy activity as exercise
• The Fine Art of Disciplining Other People's Kids
Pregnancy:
• Jennifer's Pregnancy Journal ~ Read her birth story & meet Damaris McKay
• Emily's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 35
• Brittney's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 31
• Michelle's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 28
• Hannah's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 24
• Loni's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 18
• Laura's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 17
• Sarah's Pregnancy Journal ~ Week 16
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Parenting:
• Cheryl's Parenting 8 Journal ~ I'm Just not the Same Mom I Used to Be!
• Kari's Parenting Journal ~ A Little Bit of Everything
• Katie's Parenting Journal ~ Houston, We Have a Walker
• Updated! Katie B's Parenting Journal ~ The Road Ahead
• Stacy's Parenting Journal ~ Sniffle, Sniffle, Sniffle
• Tara's Working Mom's Journal ~ Savoring the Last of Autumn
