Getting a newborn to "flip" his schedule so that he sleeps primarily at night and is more wakeful during the day helps teach a child healthy sleep habits and allows the rest of the family a better chance of being well rested as well. Flipping a schedule involves teaching your baby that daytime is f......[Read More]

When parents get divorced, one of the biggest issues they face is how to work together to raise their child. This can be especially difficult when dealing with the damage caused by parental alienation.......[Read More]

Happiness, sadness and worry are the three main feelings parents experience before sending their child to kindergarten, according to the Harvard Family Research Project. It may give you joy to see your son excited for kindergarten. But, for a parent, this milestone can be a bittersweet marker betwee......[Read More]

The dinner table can be a great place for family bonding. Many people don't make use of the kitchen table and family meals together as they did in the past.......[Read More]

Everyone's idea of a baby booster seat may different but you must understand the pros and cons to each chair before picking one or you might end up having to buy two. The best thing to do is make a list of the things that you are sure you are going to want in a booster chair.......[Read More]

Spending one on one time with your children is one of the best ways to build memories and to build a positive relationship. Here are some tips for making these one on one "dates" fun and memorable, as well as some ideas for things to do together.......[Read More]

A household with children seems to create paper clutter out of thin air. Between kids' art projects, letters from school and the endless bills, organizing paper clutter could be an endless task for many working moms. So instead, become ruthless about keep paper clutter under control. Start with......[Read More]

Your difficult teen son is more likely to comply with your behavioral rules if you deal fairly with him. Listen to his opinions, compromise when essential and handle your own anger the way you want him to. More than implementing consequences, it's how fairly you implement them that is important. The......[Read More]

Selecting a baby gift can be a real challenge. There are so many things to choose from plus you want to make sure you are going to get something that mom, dad, and baby can actually use. No matter if you are on a budget or not you can still find a great baby gift.......[Read More]

Once you become a mother, you are most likely going to trade in your purses for diaper bags for most of your child rearing years.Thankfully, with all the celebrity designers out there working to keep mothers fresh, you don't have to trade in your sense of style as well.Thanks to creations such ......[Read More]

Make sure your children are properly restrained in their car seats.child in a carseat image by Renata Osinska from Fotolia.comKeeping your children safe is always a top priority and there is nowhere that this is more important than when they are riding in a vehicle. With accidents.........[Read More]

Getting good referrals is the first step in searching for a therapist to help your teen. The search process may take some time but is worth the effort you put into it to successfully find a professional to help guide your troubled teen to making needed changes. Using a combination of resources is of......[Read More]

Recipe for Hash Browns Casserole, part of a collection of Christmas breakfast recipes. This is a filling breakfast casserole with hash browns, sausage or ham, and plenty of cheese. ......[Read More]

It's developmentally appropriate for children to become more and more independent, self reliant and responsible as they age. It can be challenging for parents to know when to step back and let their children try something on their own. This article provides 7 tips to help parents instill self r......[Read More]

Children learn from copying their parents and other people around them from an early age. Pretend play develops their expressive, imaginative, social and language skills and is a vital part of childhood development.......[Read More]

I was known to share this bit of wisdom with many parents before I myself became a parent. I was awfully proud of myself for coming up with what I thought was an amazing bit of insight. Then we had children of our own, and I realized just how true that statement is.......[Read More]

Cloth Diapering is an easy and effective way to save both money and the environment. This is an article about what type is right for you.......[Read More]

Start creating life-long memories with a fun night for you and your family.Muriel de Seze/Digital Vision/Getty ImagesWhen planning a fun night with children, be sure to select several activities that the entire family will enjoy. Do a craft activity or play exciting games to keep everyone.........[Read More]

As a mother of 4 and grandmother of 3 it was a real eye opener to see the variety of car seats available in todays marketplace. Some things to consider when purchasing a car seat for your infant.......[Read More]

Sibling Rivalry can be one of the most challenging child rearing issues. Many parents feel the only way to keep order is to become a referee. The problem here is, what do you do if you did not see who started the fight or argument?......[Read More]