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- Why multi grain khichdi is best for the baby? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2017 from sandeep KumarAs a parent: you always want to give your baby the most nutritious food that will give him/her strength and immunity to fight against bacteria and other infections. When it comes to baby, it is better to go for the age-old food patterns followed by our nanis and dadis. They preferred to make ...
Views: 1760 - Parents Need A Time Out Too! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Meg HubbardHi There, I'm Meg, Coach at Your Amazing Life. I want to share a story with you about my "time out" lesson as a parent. And guess what, parents really do need a timeout too! Here's my story. I bought my first ever, nice sports car, a 1993 Trans Am, with the LT1 motor, and T tops. Now ...
Views: 1758(4 votes) - Tips for Balancing Caregiving and Work in a Tough Economy - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from John Paul MarosyIf you are caring for a loved one and holding down a job, you are not alone. There are over 30 million American workers now dealing with the caregiving/work balancing act. Yet, as a society, we have not accepted aging & caregiving as a natural, normal part of life. For example, every other ...
Views: 1758(2 votes) - The 4 P's of Successful Family Meals - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Kathleen CuneoIt’s 4:30p.m. You stand in front of the refrigerator scanning its contents to see what you can throw together for dinner. You look at the clock. You have half an hour before you have to run out to pick up your daughter from dance class. There’s not enough time to make a decent meal. ...
Views: 1757 - Ultimate Checklist to Welcome Holiday Guests - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Tracey FarmerAs the arrival date of holiday guests quickly approaches, there are a number of little things that can be done to ensure a very warm welcome. Surprising your guests with little goodie baskets and an inviting bedroom that makes them feel at home is key. Some of these items might even be ...
Views: 1754(2 votes) - Say "Yes" As Often As You Can - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtOur role as a parent is to guide our children through life which means setting boundaries and saying “No” quite often. I would like to suggest a slightly different approach, or at least one that puts the emphasis in a different area. Here’s what I mean. My approach to dealing with children ...
Views: 1753 - ***Expert Q&A: Having a Life When You Live at Home - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishQ: I'm in my thirties and I've been living with my parents ever since I lost my job. How can I convince my parents that I still need a personal life? A: No matter how great the goodies are at your parent's house, you'd probably like to live on your own in your own space. More adult children ...
Views: 1752 - The Gift All Dads Want for Father's Day - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Sally MarksI’ve been thinking about my dad lately. Father’s Day is approaching and even though my pop died more than 15 years, I still think about what kind of gift he might like to have for Father’s Day. Dad had a weird sense of humor and wasn’t particularly helpful when we asked him for gift ...
Views: 1750 - The Up-Side to Forcing Family Dinners - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYou have probably heard all the studies — family dinners are a great way to bond with your kids and provide many benefits that will help them in their childhood, teen years, and into adulthood. While you might not want to push your kids to participate in those family meals, the benefits ...
Views: 1750 - How Divorce Affects Your Children - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Shelley StileRecently I spoke with a woman whose coaching practice revolves around the issue of children and divorce. She had many useful strategies for dealing with this challenge but what it all seemed to come down to is this: if you love your children more than you might hate, resent or simply dislike ...
Views: 1749(1 vote) - Practicing Self-Care: Women are We Killing Ourselves in the Name of Love? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Lynda KlauDr. Lynda Klau A Call to All Women: more than ever, we need to choose Self-Care as our first priority in order to fulfill our potential. Dear Woman, -Are you more “burned out” than you realize, running on empty most of the time? -Are you too drained to be truly present with the closest ...
Views: 1748 - Communicating with Children and Family - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Marie BarrettCommunicating with our children and family is about relating in love, one on one, with each individual member of that family. From one point of view, we don’t choose our family of origin. From a higher perspective, we do. We choose our parents and our family; we choose those who will help us ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - Coping with the Winter Blahs - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Lisa SiegleWinter here in western Oregon is a gray, damp affair with a few sparkling crisp sunny days and, if we’re lucky, one or two snowstorms. By February, the kids are losing interest in making mud sculptures and stomping in puddles and the parents are losing patience with the kids. If your winters ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - Are you a creator of your life or are you living a life someone else scripted? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Maria MarToday is a blank page. What you see in it is only what you write on it. What do you want to write on this empty page today? Every day is a blank page that opens to you, inviting you to write your present and imagine your future. That is how life is lived by creators. But are you a ...
Views: 1746(4 votes) - Growing Up as an Adult - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2014 from Tina Tessina“Miracles do happen,” wrote Chaim Weizman , the first President of Israel “but one has to work very hard for them.” To grow up and out of a painful, dysfunctional past and all its leftovers—feelings, memories, pain, confusion, anger, fear, and persistent ...
Views: 1746 - Dear Dr. Romance: My daughter told me that she can't take it anymore and wanted to kill herself - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a divorced father of 3. I am remarried. My 11 year old daughter is very upset about her mother's new boyfriend that is also still married. He was first introduced as a friend but she doesn't understand why he is always at the house and stays till late at night. My ...
Views: 1745 - 15-Minute De-Frazzlers - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2003 from Susie CortrightWe strive to create balance and peace in our families. We strive to live each day in the knowledge that our family is a gracious gift; a gift to be treasured and celebrated in the every day. We strive to simplify our lives, but our family's competing demands are anything but simple. ...
Views: 1742(1 vote) - The Lighthouse Called Ms. Bessie - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Steven D. EdwardsAll along the Atlantic seacoast still stand the remnants of beautiful architectural structures that once beamed shining lights to guide countless ships to safety in the darkness of the of the treacherous ocean night. They were known as Lighthouses. My illiterate grandmother, Mrs. Bessie, who ...
Views: 1742(5 votes) - A Life With Out You - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You have been by my side since I can remember. You are my best friend and my life partner. You walk with me in troubled waters, you help me through such troubled times. You are my heart and my soul. You remember things with such great detail. You understand when life takes its toll. You say such ...
Views: 1741(3 votes) - Naturally Get Pregnant Over Forty - In 90 Days! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Olivia Helm“I was 43 when my first child was born and 45 when my third was born. The way I felt at the time was that if I wanted to start a family I better get to work sooner than I went through the changes of life. “ – Yahoo Answers You might have a rough go at the outset because you are so stressed ...
Views: 1741 - 3 Things a Baby Boomer Should Teach Their 22 Year Old - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin HansenMany Baby Boomers today probably have a 22 year old who is just entering the "real" job market. No longer working at McDonald's, mowing grass or the local department store. Here are 3 things a Baby Boomer should teach their 22 year old child. #1 Start Saving Earlier As you get older ...
Views: 1740(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: My son is having a substance abuse problem - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My son is having a substance abuse problem. It surfaced a few months ago, he promised to stop, and I just caught him using it again. He just turned 18. What can I do to help him? Dear Reader: I'm so sorry you're going through this with your son. If he wants help, ...
Views: 1738(1 vote) - How to Deal with Grouchy Relatives During the Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Sally MarksNext week is Thanksgiving. Many of us will have the opportunity to dine with family and friends for a special once-a-year meal. Many look forward to this event with anticipation – some with dread. And I confess, in my life I have approached this holiday with both mindsets. I have seen the ...
Views: 1738 - Infertility Myth: IVF, IUI, Assisted Fertiility and Surrogacy Are UnNatural Ways to Have a Baby - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Deirdre MorrisIs Assisted Fertility or Surrogacy Natural? During National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) we have been invited to Bust a Fertility Myth in order to enhance understanding of the issues around infertility. Many of the women I work with really want to have their baby Naturally….without ...
Views: 1738 - 5 Tips on How to be the Best Grandparent Ever! - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Kim Kirmmse TothIsn’t it grand being a grandparent? You probably don’t want to be called Grandma or Grandpa because that would make you seem older than you believe you are. You’ve probably come up with some clever name for yourself, which is great. But do you want to know how to be the cleverest grandparent of ...
Views: 1737 - Identify Four Misbeliefs You Need to Change to Detach From False Guilt - Christian Codependency - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Karla DowningHere's another help to overcome Christian codependency: Identify four common misbeliefs you need to change to detach from false guilt. Guilt is meant to help us identify when we have done something wrong. Guilt can be experienced as a physical pain, a nagging sense that something is wrong, a ...
Views: 1735 - The Essence of Diwali - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2016 from Harshad JethraDiwali is closing in fast, and it's an atmosphere of celebration all through the country. It is during such times that people often think of visiting homes. As a part of the new found metro culture, families sometimes split after one of the kids is married off. They may move to a different ...
Views: 1735 - Here’s One Simple & Fun Way to Connect with Your Teenager and Teach a Valuable Life Skill! - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2012 from Deaunna EvansWhen teenagers begin to cut the apron strings during adolescence, parents often long for but are at a loss to know how to connect with their teenager. Lighthearted negotiating can be one simple and fun way to connect with your teenager and teach a valuable life skill at the same time. Teaching ...
Views: 1733 - Bratt Decor Heirloom Iron Baby Crib - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldBratt Decor is one of the thousand competing brands in the baby furniture market. Tendering the sweet comfort and convenience as needed by most of the little ones, Bratt Decor highlights fist the safety features; which undeniably made them outstand than the other brands. With the signature style ...
Views: 1732 - Fun And Funny Family Thanksgiving Celebration Ideas - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Carol EisemanThanksgiving seems to arrive at lightning speed after Halloween. No sooner has the last trick or treater left your door and you are making Thanksgiving dinner plans. When our children were young, Thanksgiving was a very "Norman Rockwellesque" holiday for us. The whole family gathered at Grandma ...
Views: 1732 - A Genuine Tribute to Women Everywhere on Their International Day - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Thabet Sava HassanAs the international day of women approaches, I began to contemplate about means to pay my genuine respect for, and eternal admiration toward, them. I was fortunate enough to be blessed with having a remarkable mother who spent her entire life up to her demise raising her children after the ...
Views: 1731 - Unique Italian Baby Names are The New Pick of the Parents around the World - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Baby nologyPicking baby names is the task of parents, it involves a decision of a lifetime as your baby will have a name as his/her identity throughout the life. Baby names studies show that parents are generally looking for unique baby names for their new born babies. These days in general people are ...
Views: 1731 - Baby Photography Tips for Stunning Pictures of You Newborn Baby - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2018 from Jack HillEvery parent thinks twice before getting involved in the clicking the newborn baby’s pictures as there are a lot of risks that come with it and then there is the need for the right equipment. This is the reason why it is recommended to hire a trained professional. A professional photographer is ...
Views: 1730 - Enjoy Your Own Personalised Canvas Prints - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Shane MartinMaking a work of art of a high enough quality to put it up on the wall of your home, or give it as a gift to a friend or loved one, is something which only the most artistically talented people would truly feel comfortable attempting. After all, although a hand crafted gift will always touch the ...
Views: 1730 - Creative Ideas to Make Mothers Day Special - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Phanse AshishMother's day celebrations are observed with much zeal in most parts of the world. Some do it in a traditional manner while others observe it in a contemporary style. Mother's day celebrations commemorate the phenomenal impact of mothers in our lives. Mother's day gifts are a quintessential ...
Views: 1728 - Dear Dr. Romance: What Is The Grieving Process? - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: What Is The Grieving Process? What are the stages of the grieving process? How long does it take to go through each stage? Can one stage be relived over and over again? Is there a way to help someone through each stage? Dear Reader: If you've had a personal ...
Views: 1728(1 vote) - Remembering Family Traditions - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Gary DirenfeldRemembering Family Traditions Every family has their own traditions. The ways they manage regular occurring events such as birthdays, anniversaries, holidays and even losses. The tradition dictates how these events are to be practiced and who is to attend. Built in to the tradition is the ...
Views: 1727 - 4 Conversations You Should Be Having With Your Kids - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonI wish someone would have warned me that I would have to have many difficult and sometimes embarrassing conversations with my children. Bringing up certain subjects can be awkward; but, as much as we might want to avoid certain topics with our children, we're better off facing the. If we don’t ...
Views: 1726 - How Not to Lose Christmas Spirit? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2017 from Anabel CooperWhat Does Christmas Mean to You? Sometimes, you stop time and wonder how that moment, that particular person that you are just chatting with or that particular situation is going to impact your life and state of mind. Such a moment is happening now as you are passing by a shop from where you ...
Views: 1726 - How to Be a Thrifty Tourist in Your Own Town - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Kathleen SchmidtLooking for something new to do this weekend without breaking the bank? Be a tourist in your own town! Now, I know that may not sound very exciting to some, but every town/city has something to offer and it could be a lot of fun and educational as well. To start off, does your town have ...
Views: 1726(1 vote) - Passing On: A Father's Enduring Love - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Jelaila StarrMy father was diagnosed with cancer in October, 2008. Up to that time he had been very healthy. Normally energetic and active, he fought the cancer with gusto. Still, the cancer won and my father passed away in the early morning hours of on Sunday, March 8th, less than 6 months later. I had ...
Views: 1725 - Do You Know the Many Different Types of Friendships? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Niki CleggThrough my many years of life, experience and learning I have found there are different types and levels of friendships and relationships. I want to discuss this in my article and see if anyone agrees. I have been around for many years and have learnt so much about myself and life. I believe ...
Views: 1724(2 votes) - Easy Peasy Food Gifts To Bring to the Sick and Weary - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2014 from Allidah Hicks Bonnie KnutiEveryone knows to bring food when someone is sick or recovering. A snack or a meal sends along a kind wish that lingers with every bite. Yummy food is the perfect gift for helping a distraught family when the loved one has landed in the hospital with a sudden illness, an accident, scheduled ...
Views: 1723 - From Stressed to Blessed for the Holidays and Beyond - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Kimberly RexWhile the holiday theme is joy, love, and gift-giving, the stress that can accompany the hustle, bustle and pressure of putting it all together can overcome these feelings. Stress can build up over time or show up when internal needs and feelings are ignored. Multitasking to plan holiday ...
Views: 1723 - My Husband Has New Moves In Bed: Husband Suddenly Trying New Things In Bed - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2021 from Bentley MilesMy Husband Has New Moves In Bed: Husband Suddenly Trying New Things In Bed When it comes to love, men often get a bad rap. "You only hear about the guys who are abusive or cheat, but how about the tons of men who are faithful and kind?" ~John "I've been married for over twenty years. I ...
Views: 1723 - Altea is a Beautiful Region for Holidays - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Porsche KlingerIt's that time of year again when you choose a place for your HOLIDAYS IN SPAIN. This year why not pick a place filled with contradictions just to make it interesting? The province of Alicante is just such a place. Here, you will find places where the English have set up their second home and ...
Views: 1722 - Pets have Personalities too - They are intregal parts of the fabric of our family. Memorium to :Taz" the Maine Coon Cat - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2014 from Marcia CammarataPets are precious parts of our family and have their own distinct personalities. This is a Memorium ro our beloved Cat Taz (who is he was and his personality. As a person would be a "Maritan personality " www.personalitypredictors.com/Martian. Intrepid, feisty and mischievous.) A Maine Coon ...
Views: 1722 - Organising For Busy Families - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Tracey FoulkesSo you used to be spontaneous. Living in the moment. Leaving the house at the drop of the proverbial hat – packing nothing but your toothbrush. You arrived late, if you arrived at all. You lost your birth certificate, your keys – insurance policies, what’s that? Being organised was ...
Views: 1721 - Personalised Greeting Cards Let People Know How Much You Care - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Shane MartinSending greeting cards to people is a perfect way of marking special events and letting them know how much they mean to you. The fact that you can create your own cards as part of the range of personalised photo gifts means that you can add a truly special touch to this touching ...
Views: 1721 - Difficult Child or Just Having a Difficult Day? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Judy WrightWhy won't my kid behave? What makes him so angry? How can I control his angry behavior? Why is his behavior rude and obnoxious? How can we teach respect and responsibility? Are all kids his age lazy? What am I doing wrong? These are common questions that come up in parenting classes I teach ...
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