Mom Etcetera…
Your baby is 1, and it's time to party! We asked Penny Warner, child development instructor and author of more than 12 party and activity books, including Baby Birthday Parties: 20 Fun Theme Parties for Babies 1 to 3, for ideas on hosting that first milestone party. "There's a lot to juggle—the unpredictable mood and schedule of a toddler, appropriate themes and snacks, even the number of guests." Her seven stress-free tips and theme ideas will have you and your bambino tossing your party hats into the air. 1. Watch the clock. +
Kids Just grow up too fast! We all say it! Many of us are juggling work and other responsibilities in addition to our kids. Many parents who have 9 to 5 jobs are able to stay connected by coaching their kids in a sport.+
It’s not just baby talk. Any kind of talk with young children — especially if they’re too young to talk back — will do. Because talk is vital to a child’s brain development, says Dana Suskind, who found her passion for literacy in an+
(Family Features) For hundreds of years, carrageenan has been used in kitchens all over the world for its ability to enhance food’s texture and structural properties, ultimately making food and drinks, including infant formula, better tasting and more nutritional. Carrageenan, a soluble fiber derived+
(Family Features) When it comes to parenting, there’s no one-child-fits-all handbook. There are times when caring for a little one can be a far cry from the snuggles and smiles that make it all worthwhile. Healthy skin is critical to a baby’s long-term health+
(Family Features) Parents have plenty of things to think about when back to school rolls around, but thanks to Rock the Lunch Box, lunch packing doesn’t have to be one of them! Using this helpful online tool, we rounded up a list of delicious,+
Once school lets out, it’s a great time to make updates to kids’ rooms. Not only does it let children personalize their own space with decor that reflects their growing personality, it’s a great way to keep them busy with all that extra time+
(Family Features) With all the noise about foods you should or shouldn’t feed your family, it can be difficult to make a confident decision while perusing those grocery store aisles. One type in particular – processed food – is often vilified in today’s food+
Managing life with humor and a few cocktails… one laundry load at a time
