New estimates indicate that human trafficking will be the number one crime in the world by 2010. Currently, approximately 600,000 to 800,000 people are trafficked across international borders, about 50 percent of which are under the age of 17. Scientists at the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) have recently received a $500,000 grant from The Life Technologies Foundation for use in development of the DNA-PROKIDS Project...more
Every parent should learn to accept that the day will come when their kids will watch the same TV program and will listen to the same section of the paper. After that, your child will start to hear something about premarital sex, drugs, breaking the law, abortion, and so on. When this happens, it will only just be a matter of time for your kids to start asking questions.Are you ready to answer when your child asks you about having sex or about...more
The talk of bunnies usually brings to mind one thing: Easter and lots of eggs made of chocolate. Around the same time, bunny plush toys become just as popular as the chocolate eggs, although you don't have to wait for Easter to roll around for the sole purpose of purchasing them bunny plush toys are a lovely treat for any child no matter what time of the year it is.You can't help fall instantly in love with bunnies when you see them, whether it's in your own backyard or at an animal sanctuary. Everything about them says 'cute and cuddly,' even though they likely don't think so. Bunny plush toys are equally as endearing (especially ones with floppy ears) and are really the perfect stuffed animal for snuggling up with.The whole notion of the Easter bunnies and chocolate eggs, all comes from pagan roots. There is certainly nowhere in the Bible that refers to a rabbit with long ears or children that hunts for eggs that the Easter bunny left for them. For that matter, rabbits don't actually lay eggs. Easter bunnies and eggs found there way into Easter celebrations that were completely separate from the day Jesus Christ was honored for rising from the dead.According to one reputable...more
I have been thinking a lot about babies lately—my third grandchild will be here in about two to three weeks, and I can't wait! The other two grandchildren are also excited to have a little brother or sister arriving soon. Thinking about having a new little one around means schedule changes, sleepless nights, laughter, joy, and...more
With Halloween looming children will be expecting you to supply them with kids costumes for them to go out trick and treating. There are many different options for you to consider that do not have to cost the earth.For younger girls perhaps you can turn an outgrown old dressing up outfit into a frightening witch fairy! You can adapt it by adding a...more
The Bedroom is somewhere most of us spend a large portion of our time. On average, we spend 30% of our entire life in the bedroom so it's important the bedroom is made as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.When planning for the children's bedroom, take the time to carefully arrange the design. Safety should be your priority for a babies room and spunky to appeal to teenagers.Baby Bedroom Decor. Themes for a baby's room should be visually soothing and delightful on the eye. Cartoon characters are a great option such as Bugs Bunny or Mickey Mouse. Your babies favorite theme can adorn the bedding, wall, carpet or posters. Fantasy themes are also a terrific idea. Add some charm to the room with magical characters such as pink fairies or Aladdin.You can easily add an aquatic theme introducing some cool and refreshing greens and blues. Transform the room into an aquarium using ocean animals, sea murals, a bed canopy and themed bedding. Organize and match the wall hangings or wallpaper. Keeping in mind how quickly kids seem to grow up, if all this seems too fussy, simply plan the room in a way that only a few minor adjustments are needed, as they grow older.Tween Bedroom...more
So you and your children have made a couple of peanut butter sandwiches together, and the two of you feel ready to take on the contestants from Iron Chef, huh? While we're not doubting your talents, children's cooking is supposed to extend beyond the...more
A GPS tracking unit is a device that uses the Global Positioning System to determine the precise location of a vehicle, person, or other asset to which it is attached and to record the position of the asset at regular intervals. GPS tracking can be...more
So your child finds it painful to pee. Is there something you can do? Before you make a beeline for the drugstore and fork over cash for medication you're not even sure would work, try these UTI infection remedies for children first.Blueberry or...more
7 Easy Ways to Teach Your Children to be Grateful for What They HaveHere are some easy ways to incorporate instilling the virtue of gratitude in your children. As you go through your day, show them, the wonderful events going on behind the scenes...more
Acquire Toned Muscle Standard | Steering clear of More than Coaching | Higher IntensityStaying away from More than InstructionThe most essential point any of can do is prevent in excess of teaching. When we over train we go backwards...more
Large stuffed toys are great for a child of any age. While the very young aren't quite big enough to be able to play with them as they're meant to be played with, as they grow up, they won't have any problem making their large stuffed toys their...more