When I was pregnant, I felt that doing everything naturally was best for my baby. But by the time my due date came around, I felt that I had been pregnant so long, I would have taken any drug, or done anything to get things going. However... even th
Head collars have become an increasingly popular dog training tool in the past few years. Two of the most well known brands of head collar on the market are the Gentle Leader and the Halti, but there are many other brands that incorporate the basic
With careful planning, bringing home a puppy to share with your family can be a wonderful experience. However, a new puppy is a lot of hard work. Before you ever bring your new puppy home, you must prepare your home for the new member of the family.
Researchers tell us that 36 million acts of sibling rivalry occur every year. Some are severe. Most are normal. When your kids fight, they want you in the middle. They want you to be the judge and jury. They each want you to take their side. I remem
As parents we know how important it is to keep our kids safe during trick or treat excursions. It is important to chaperone kind under age 10 and perhaps up to age 12. The best way to do this and you have seen others do it this way is to allow the k
by: Shelley Ruiz Nurture and Teach The single most important thing caregivers can do for a child is provide a nurturing environment. By doing this, we influence childrens brain development and their ability to learn. Introducing nurtured children to
by: S. Denise Hoyle Most people don't know the meaning of their name, but most names do have meanings. You should at least find out the meanings of your favorite choices before giving one of them to your child. The meaning of your child's name proba
by: Don Schmitz 1. Boundaries are necessary for control and safety. All children need and must learn to respect boundaries. Being clear about expectations before an activity begins frees you and the child to enjoy the event and ensures the safety of
by: Kenneth Williams This may come as a surprise. But despite all the advances in education, many kids still struggle in the math class. Math is an important subject, yet many kids just don't "get it". Teachers can only devote a limited amount of pe
by: News Canada (NC)While the home may be a family's castle and an escape from today's hectic world, it's probably not perfect. Decorating styles change. There are pictures to hang and shelves to install. Things break. It's too pressing to ignore, b