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The Stressed out Mom

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Risa Stewart) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 13:05:43 EDT

A short brief poem about the stressed out mom.

Contributor: Risa Stewart
Published: Feb 11, 2012

How to Shop for the Holidays

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (K. A. Bryant) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:59:41 EDT

How to prepare for the Holidays without stress.

Contributor: K. A. Bryant
Published: Feb 11, 2012

What to Do when Your Child Swears

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mary Fisher) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:55:30 EDT

Uh-oh! Your child just swore! What should you do? This handy guide will help you know what to do when your child swears or uses curse words, based upon my own experience.

Contributor: Mary Fisher
Published: Feb 10, 2012

U.S. Census Bureau Report: It's Only Childcare If Dad Does It

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Meredith Jameson) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:36:41 EDT

According to a report released by the U.S. Census Bureau, taking care of children is only defined as "childcare" if the father is the one providing the care. If the mother is doing the care, well, that's just called "parenting."

Contributor: Meredith Jameson
Published: Feb 10, 2012

How I Survived Sexual Abuse

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cheryl Williams) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:20:42 EDT

This is the story of how I survived childhood sexual abuse, and how it has affected my life.

Contributor: Cheryl Williams
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Fast Food Not the Only Issue with American Kids' Diets

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jaipi Sixbear) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:44:56 EDT

The way we cook at home is negatively impacting our kids' health just as much as the fast food industry. It's time for drastic changes in the way we view nutrition.

Contributor: Jaipi Sixbear
Published: Feb 10, 2012

10 Questions to Consider When Planning a Family Vacation

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (tracey westphal) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:42:28 EDT

Making sure you and your spouse are on the same page is important when planning the "when, where, and how much" details of your vacation plans. Read one vacationing parent's perspective of ten things to consider.

Contributor: tracey westphal
Published: Feb 10, 2012

The Rainbow Rule: How I've Kept My Children Doctor-Free for More Than 8 Years

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:40:57 EDT

If there is one thing I take credit for as a parent it is my ability to raise healthy children. In 8 years I've had to visit the doctor one time for sickness and I have four children. What's the secret? Good parenting and the rainbow rule.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Teen Depression Symptoms: Real or a Call for Attention?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:38:35 EDT

Is your teen depressed or does she just not like you. Teens display a wide range of emotional changes. Recognizing the serious ones is an important part of being a parent.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Burn Prevention Tips for Parents

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sylvie Branch) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:38:31 EDT

Keep kids safe; prevent intensely painful scalds and burns by staying aware and making simple adjustments to your home.

Contributor: Sylvie Branch
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Does Your Child Need a Change of Career Talk?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:35:07 EDT

If your child is following a career path they cannot achieve, it is a parent's obligation to have the career talk.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Lessons I Learned Over Saturday’s Fish Soup

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:31:58 EDT

I learned my parenting style from my grandfather. He was the wisest man I've ever known and I base my entire parenting style on the lessons he taught me over Saturday's fish soup.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 10, 2012

The Curious Case of the Snack Thief

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Shauna Zamarripa) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:29:19 EDT

Things might not go "bump" in the night, but they sure do have a nasty habit of going missing from my pantry. I have a snack thief on the loose.

Contributor: Shauna Zamarripa
Published: Feb 10, 2012

New Baby Jealousy: Sibling Rivalry Starts at Birth

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sylvie Branch) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:24:44 EDT

Dealing with the green monster of jealousy after bringing a brand new sibling home can be a distressing twist to a joyous occasion.

Contributor: Sylvie Branch
Published: Feb 10, 2012

How to Stay Positive in a Negative World

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jessica Koenig) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:21:03 EDT

How you can help yourself be a more positive, and maybe even be a more genuinely happy person; starting right now!

Contributor: Jessica Koenig
Published: Feb 10, 2012

How to Cure Kids' Boredom

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Julie Wimmer) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:16:43 EDT

How to keep your kids busy when they say, "I'm bored."

Contributor: Julie Wimmer
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Social Media and Teens; Don't Fear It, Be a Part of It!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Tom Hickey) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:53:41 EDT

If you truly want to understand the nature of Facebook, turn to the youth.

Contributor: Tom Hickey
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Preparing Our Son for Junior High School

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Raymond Bureau) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:52:33 EDT

As parents, we want our son to succeed in school, and we will prepare him as much as possible. As teachers, we know how to prepare him even more from the educational standpoint.

Contributor: Raymond Bureau
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Great Ideas to Help Homeschooling Kids Burn Off Winter Energy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Debe Lange) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:51:40 EDT

When homeschooling kids are stuck inside due to winter weather, there are loads of things parents can do to help them get important exercise. Keep them physically fit with these easy and fun ideas to do while homeschooling.

Contributor: Debe Lange
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Makeup for Kids: Is It Safe?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Unwirklich Vin Zant) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:49:31 EDT

As makeup becomes ever more prominent in American culture, parents are dealing with makeup questions at far earlier ages, but is it safe?

Contributor: Unwirklich Vin Zant
Published: Feb 10, 2012