Critical Mistake # 1 Trying To Be Your Child's Best FriendAlthough it is an admirable thing to want to be your child's best friend, kids do not need that kind of relationship with their parents or carers. What your child needs is an authority figure to be the boss. This doesn't mean that you have the right to be bossy. However, there needs to be a distinction so that your child realises that you are the final authority.I have seen...more
We live in a very dangerous world, a world that is full of criminals and people that you personally would not want to be around, let alone have your children hang out with them. We can never know if it is safe to talk or spend time with someone until we check it, and we can never be too careful when it comes to our family's safety. I will talk to you about an online service which will enable you to check the criminal background of any...more
Your first look at a cotton muslin swaddle or receiving blanket might surprise you. The fabric looks a bit like gauze and doesn't look thick enough to keep an infant warm. And the fabric doesn't seem nice and pressed like other baby blankets you might find.But don't let appearances fool you. Cotton muslin just might be the perfect fabric for a specialized blanket like a swaddling blanket. The light weight fabric is perfect for a loose fit yet keeping the ability to make a snug wrap. And the breathable fabric is an absolute necessity for allowing babies to regulate their body temperatures.About Cotton MuslinA blanket make of 100% cotton muslin is the best quality receiving blanket or wrap you can find for your baby. Soft, breathable and stretchable cotton muslin fabric has been popular since the 17th century in Europe and the Middle East for its many qualities and is an ideal fabric for infant products such as swaddling blankets and clothing.Moms really like cotton muslin because it is a very soft yet very durable fabric capable of putting up with continual washing and drying with the regular laundry. In fact, cotton muslin generally gets softer the more you wash...more
Let's face it, the economy is bleak at best. Everyone has their guard up and the majority of consumers are only spending on necessities. And yes a diaper bag is a necessity! Consumers have buckled down and are looking for deals on everything. But just know you do not have to compromise the quality or value when you do in fact find that deal....more
The hospital bag is packed and waiting next to the door. The nursery is ready, diapers and powders on call near the changing table and tiny outfits neatly folded in the dresser. Baby will be here any day. Yet, it takes more than one sies and bottles to prepare for a newborn. Here are five things a parent should know before bringing baby home. 1....more
Why is it so hard for parents to be consistent when disciplining their children?Many factors come into play. How tired are you?! How persistent is your child? How were you disciplined? What kind of parenting style do you have? Does the other parent agree with you on discipline methods and follow-through? You hate being the "heavy."One secret that can be highly effective in overcoming these obstacles that comes from the "Create a Discipline Plan that Works" class is to develop Family Rules and Consequences. If there's just one thing you do to improve your discipline practices, this should be it! Follow these step-by-step directions.How To Develop Family Rules and ConsequencesStep #1- Have a meeting with your spouse/partner/other parent. (If you're a single parent, meet by yourself.) Discuss family rules that are most important to you. I recommend picking no more than two-three house rules if you have preschoolers and no more than four-five house rules with older children.Step #2- Brainstorm ideas for consequences that are appropriate for the misbehaviors you've chosen.Step #3- Sit down with your family (even kids as young as age three can participate) at a calm, quiet...more
All children have the right to live in safety and security, as stated by the United Nations Convention on the Right of the Child, yet millions around the globe suffer the long term effects of child abuse, with only a few organizations actually...more
The long argued debate over parents paying for their kid's crimes was opened up again when the Los Angeles City Council was scheduled to discuss passing a law that would hold parents financially responsible for the graffiti vandalism caused by...more
If you are swaddling your baby for the first time you might find that using a regular baby blanket instead of a swaddle blanket can make the process quite a struggle. The experienced hands of caregivers in newborn nurseries or mothers who have...more
Looking for a way to manage feeding newborn twins? Look for a nursing pillow with a large, oversize design that makes it great for comfortably and safely feeding twins.It is not uncommon for a new mother to have difficulty finding a comfortable...more
Tragic household accidents happen every day. Poisonings, drowning, and suffocation fill the evening news. No parent should ever have to deal with the heartbreak and regret that follows a preventable accident. Here are some common household dangers...more
As soon as baby takes his first steps, the world suddenly seems a whole lot more accessible to him. Those interesting drapes, those colorful books on the shelf, and grandma's glass knick knacks on the coffee table are now within his reach....more