http://factoidz.com/experts-in/parenting/ parenting articles on Factoidz en-us http://factoidz.com/is-using-cloth-diapers-vs-disposables-really-more-environmentally-friendly/ http://factoidz.com/is-using-cloth-diapers-vs-disposables-really-more-environmentally-friendly/ It used to be, years ago, that a mother had no choice as to put their child in a cloth diaper or a disposable diaper.  See, disposable diapers weren't available in the US until sometime during the 1950's.  I know of this because my mom has told me that the first disposable diapers she b... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/post/is-using-cloth-diapers-vs-disposables-really-more-environmentally-friendly.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-public-apology-to-charlie-swain-pro-life-activist/ http://factoidz.com/a-public-apology-to-charlie-swain-pro-life-activist/ I am writing this factoid with a dual purpose in mind. The first of these is to offer my sincere apology to Mr. Charles Swain from Lynn, Massachusetts. In 1985 I worked as a machinist at General Electric in the aircraft engine fuel c... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-3.jpg http://factoidz.com/summer-camps-are-a-fun-way-to-learn/ http://factoidz.com/summer-camps-are-a-fun-way-to-learn/ It's summertime!  School's out, or soon will be.  Now, you wonder what the kids will do all day.  Before you hear, "Mom, I'm bored!" as you run around in circles cleaning up after your children all summer long.  Here's help!  Summer camps could be your answer.  What better way for your chil... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/fun-day-trips-for-toddlers.jpg http://factoidz.com/parenting-the-toughest-job-youll-ever-love/ http://factoidz.com/parenting-the-toughest-job-youll-ever-love/ I’m tired. My 13-year-old son just told me now he’s listening to Marilyn Manson. I know, I already pulled a Mike Brady on him, poor kid. Somehow we started at Manson and the influences of music and drugs ended up talking about God and the Devi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-girls-development.jpg http://factoidz.com/fun-family-project-how-to-make-recycled-bird-feeders/ http://factoidz.com/fun-family-project-how-to-make-recycled-bird-feeders/ You don't have to spend a lot of money or be handy with tools in order to make bird feeders with your kids!  With a little imagination and creativity, any object you might have around the house can be recycled as a bird-feeder.  The advantages to doing this are numerous: Great family a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/post/fun-family-project-how-to-make-recycled-bird-feeders.jpg http://factoidz.com/great-tips-on-potty-training-your-child/ http://factoidz.com/great-tips-on-potty-training-your-child/ In my opinion, potty training is the most difficult part of parenting a small child.  I'm on my third, and this time I decided to just stay relaxed about the entire experience.  It will happen.  As I was told when potty training my son - "he will not graduate high school still in diapers."  Whil... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/post/great-tips-on-potty-training-your-child.jpg http://factoidz.com/what-to-do-if-your-child-is-being-bullied-at-school/ http://factoidz.com/what-to-do-if-your-child-is-being-bullied-at-school/ There are many things that you never want for your children to have to deal with, and one of them is being bullied.  My oldest child has been bullied several times, this past year, and last school year.  I have tried, as any other mother to console her, and tell her my reasons for their behaviors,... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/post/what-to-do-if-your-child-is-being-bullied-at-school.jpg http://factoidz.com/laws-that-are-keeping-sexual-predators-away-from-the-internet/ http://factoidz.com/laws-that-are-keeping-sexual-predators-away-from-the-internet/ To prevent sex offenders from prowling on cyberspace for young victims, a group of bipartisan lawmakers introduced a legislation awhile back. This proposal required sex offenders to register their e-mail addresses and make them available to social networking sites. It also made it a crime for adults... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/are-sites-like-myspace-safe-for-teenagers.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-savings-plan-for-your-baby/ http://factoidz.com/a-savings-plan-for-your-baby/ When you find out you are expecting a baby, it is natural to wonder how you will be able to afford the cost of all the diapers, bottles, formula, and everything else that comes with a new baby. Often though, and unfortunately, too many couples forgo the idea of opening a savings account for their ba... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-savings-plan-for-your-baby.jpg http://factoidz.com/throw-the-best-baby-shower-on-the-block/ http://factoidz.com/throw-the-best-baby-shower-on-the-block/ When you are invited to a baby shower there is a three stage process of emotions. First you are excited and eagerly reply with a certain YES I will be there. Afterwards, your mind starts questioning, “Oh Gosh, what if they expect me to eat baby food or drink from a bottle?” Stage three is thinki... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/throw-the-best-baby-shower-on-the-block.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-girls-development/ http://factoidz.com/a-girls-development/ I see you standing there in your tight dress, barely 13 but with the shape of a woman ready to bear children.  Is your understanding of the world around you as developed as your body?  Innocence is very attractive, but do not let your innocence be ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-girls-development.jpg http://factoidz.com/dog-breeds-that-make-good-pets-for-families-with-children/ http://factoidz.com/dog-breeds-that-make-good-pets-for-families-with-children/ Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/dog-breeds-that-make-good-pets-for-families-with-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/teens-with-bi-polar-disorder-pay-attention-to-their-bodies-for-clues-to-problems/ http://factoidz.com/teens-with-bi-polar-disorder-pay-attention-to-their-bodies-for-clues-to-problems/ Becoming aware of your teens body is a very important parenting goal. Many times as our teen grow we assume that all is well with their health. We assume that they are eating properly, that they are taking care of their hygiene, that they are well "good kids".  However, if you are faced with a tee... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/teens-with-bi-polar-disorder-pay-attention-to-their-bodies-for-clues-to-problems.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-adoption-is-a-good-thing-a-perspective-from-an-adopted-child/ http://factoidz.com/why-adoption-is-a-good-thing-a-perspective-from-an-adopted-child/ Having been adopted when I was small, I have spent most of my life being around children, and caring for others.  I believe that because I was adopted I have a soft spot for children.  I feel that every child no matter who they are or where they came from deserves to be loved and cherished and enc... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/why-adoption-is-a-good-thing-a-perspective-from-an-adopted-child.jpg http://factoidz.com/on-parenting-using-technology-to-give-your-kids-a-head-start/ http://factoidz.com/on-parenting-using-technology-to-give-your-kids-a-head-start/ While it's true that there have never been more educational options and opportunities than there are today, it can also be said that it has never been more difficult for parents to be certain they're making the right educational choices for their kids.  Violence, sex, drugs, unethical teachers, cr... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/on-parenting-using-technology-to-give-your-kids-a-head-start.jpg http://factoidz.com/living-with-a-bi-polar-sufferer-how-to-stop-being-the-punching-bag/ http://factoidz.com/living-with-a-bi-polar-sufferer-how-to-stop-being-the-punching-bag/ WAKE up this is not a nightmare, this is your life and it is happening right now. Your shaking your head in disbelief as to "what just happened"? You're confused because it just doesn't make sense. What in the hell is going on in my family?  Well, you know and it is time to take back control of you... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/living-with-a-bi-polar-sufferer-how-to-stop-being-the-punching-bag.jpg http://factoidz.com/toddlers-how-to-deal-with-the-terrible-twos/ http://factoidz.com/toddlers-how-to-deal-with-the-terrible-twos/ Bargaining is one of the most effective ways to deal with two year olds. However, giving them two choices to choose from rarely works. My daughter often says "No thank you" to both of them. The reward system reigns supreme. Of course there is a fine line between rewarding and spoiling, but if you ba... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/toddlers-how-to-deal-with-the-terrible-twos.jpg http://factoidz.com/understanding-the-self-destructive-nature-of-bi-polar-disorder-and-how-to-cope/ http://factoidz.com/understanding-the-self-destructive-nature-of-bi-polar-disorder-and-how-to-cope/ Over the past twenty five years I have been living and dealing with bi-polar. It is a very exhausting illness that takes a tole on the entire the family. I want to share with my readers that a very important step to take is to acknowledge "self-destruction". A person with bi-polar many times can ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/understanding-the-self-destructive-nature-of-bi-polar-disorder-and-how-to-cope.jpg http://factoidz.com/my-25-years-of-experience-working-with-teens-with-bi-polar-disorder/ http://factoidz.com/my-25-years-of-experience-working-with-teens-with-bi-polar-disorder/ This goes out to all struggling parents who have been faced with a loved one dealing with bi-polar. I have over 25 years experience living with individuals who have this and want to encourage my readers that they are not alone. You are not the one to blame! You did not cause this illness and you ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/my-25-years-of-experience-working-with-teens-with-bi-polar-disorder.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-children-seem-to-get-more-sick-in-the-middle-of-the-night/ http://factoidz.com/why-children-seem-to-get-more-sick-in-the-middle-of-the-night/ You dread the calling out in the middle of the night.  Your.   tired body can barely respond to the hacking cough cough cough coming from down the hall.  Lucas has been sick for several days now.  He's been to the doctor and gotten the appropriate medications.  You've cared for him conscienti... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/health-2.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-feed-your-family-on-a-budget-with-smart-shopping-and-simple-recipes/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-feed-your-family-on-a-budget-with-smart-shopping-and-simple-recipes/ I am the oldest of 5 boys. I have grown to have an appreciation of what my parents went through trying to feed us, as I am now the father of 4 boys of my own. They are all grown now, but when they were teenagers, they all ate l... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-feed-your-family-on-a-budget-with-smart-shopping-and-simple-recipes.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-importance-of-providing-your-kids-incentives-to-achieve-better-grades/ http://factoidz.com/the-importance-of-providing-your-kids-incentives-to-achieve-better-grades/ The report card: The document that states how well a child has performed academically. It is ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-importance-of-providing-your-kids-incentives-to-achieve-better-grades.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-be-a-good-daddy-while-your-partner-is-pregnant/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-be-a-good-daddy-while-your-partner-is-pregnant/ My significant other and I are expecting our first child together and I have learned allot.  I wish to pass it out to all the men out there that are going through the same thing. First things f... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-be-a-good-daddy-while-your-partner-is-pregnant.jpg http://factoidz.com/movie-recommendations-for-kids-movies-for-the-young-or-young-at-heart/ http://factoidz.com/movie-recommendations-for-kids-movies-for-the-young-or-young-at-heart/ When it comes to the movies that are considered a G or PG rating, most of their content tends to be inappropriate on varying levels.  There are few movies worth watching together as a family anymore, and fewer still worth exposing young children to.  Then you get into the argument of what age is e... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/movie-recommendations-for-kids-movies-for-the-young-or-young-at-heart.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-benefits-that-hospital-schools-provide-to-hospitalized-children/ http://factoidz.com/the-benefits-that-hospital-schools-provide-to-hospitalized-children/ The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has classes specifically for children who are in hospitals. There are approximately five hospitals in the city where you will find children between the ages of four to 1... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-17.jpg http://factoidz.com/some-practical-ways-to-help-your-child-grow-spiritually/ http://factoidz.com/some-practical-ways-to-help-your-child-grow-spiritually/ First and foremost, some backstory on myself. I am 22. My girlfriend is pregnant. We are not married and have no plans on doing so. While we're both pro-choice, we decided in our situation the best option for us would be to have our child adopted. Needless to say, I've spent a great amount of ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/work-kids-and-stress-relief.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-key-to-childhood/ http://factoidz.com/a-key-to-childhood/ As I inserted the key into the door, with a flick of the wrist and a twist of the knob, I entered a portal to childhood. Three pairs of shoes lay on the rug. Mom’s were stylist black strapped heels. Placed perfectly next to hers, stood a smaller pair of Spiderman action shoes. My searching eyes e... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-3.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-pornography/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-pornography/ Facebook, MySpace even Twitter has made technology the number one tool for reconnecting with old friends. Last year I was delighted to see a familiar face, Brian, f... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-pornography.jpg http://factoidz.com/survival-guide-for-the-stay-at-home-mom/ http://factoidz.com/survival-guide-for-the-stay-at-home-mom/ Don't misunderstand the title, I am a mother and I love it but I have also learned that you have to continue loving yourself or you'll turn into a bad episode of Desperate Housewives (which I record every week). I think the biggest issue is, being a mother, you love everyone else more, as you should... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/survival-guide-for-the-stay-at-home-mom.jpg http://factoidz.com/teenager-a-guide-to-the-male-species/ http://factoidz.com/teenager-a-guide-to-the-male-species/ The Teenager is a member of the species “Constantlius Hungrius” which suddenly and without warning replaces the sweet, smiling child you once knew. The Teenager is a formidable animal and not to be regarded lightly. One can recogn... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/teenager-a-guide-to-the-male-species.jpg http://factoidz.com/when-to-sell-your-child/ http://factoidz.com/when-to-sell-your-child/ There are many questions one must consider before selling a child and I reccommend research and much contemplation before having the child because there are many factors to consider in order to prepare the child properly depending on the type of market you are pursuing as well as all the various cos... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/when-to-sell-your-child.jpg http://factoidz.com/bi-coastal-parenting/ http://factoidz.com/bi-coastal-parenting/ Parenting and raising kids is a hard job.  As a matter of fact, I think that if you did a survey of a group of parents, they would tell you that it is quite possibly the hardest job they have ever had.  There seems to never be enough time in the day for after school activities, PTA meetings, pla... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/bi-coastal-parenting.jpg http://factoidz.com/discipline-the-secret-ingredient-for-success-in-finances-love-dieting-health-parenting/ http://factoidz.com/discipline-the-secret-ingredient-for-success-in-finances-love-dieting-health-parenting/ I know I have your attention; I mentioned love, money and dieting in one sentence. I always t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/discipline-the-secret-ingredient-for-success-in-finances-love-dieting-health-parenting.jpg http://factoidz.com/are-sites-like-myspace-safe-for-teenagers/ http://factoidz.com/are-sites-like-myspace-safe-for-teenagers/ Generally speaking, I feel that it is not the websites that are dangerous , but the people who are using it are! I think we need to use the internet in a responsible manner and think of it as a means of communication and fun. It is only when there are deranged and bullying minds like that of Lori Dr... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/are-sites-like-myspace-safe-for-teenagers.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-your-kids-now-for-the-future/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-your-kids-now-for-the-future/ Its never too early to teach your kids what they need to know for the future. This world is really a trying place and you really need to make sure your kids are prepared for it. They need to learn responsibility, manners, cleanliness, finances, safety, and everything it takes to survive. I know s... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prepare-your-kids-now-for-the-future.jpg http://factoidz.com/seven-tips-for-traveling-with-small-children/ http://factoidz.com/seven-tips-for-traveling-with-small-children/ My husband and I have made a couple of long trips with two of our boys at the ages of one and three and at the ages of three and five. After each trip, we looked at each other and said, "The boys are sure good travelers." Here are seven tips so you can say the same thing after your trip. 1. Plan ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/seven-tips-for-traveling-with-small-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks/ http://factoidz.com/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks/ What’s the difference in today’s sports players compared to the past? Now athletes play for a truckload of money. High school sports opens a gateway to professional careers. Unfortunately, steroids dribble into sports, but why? Millions of advertising do... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks.jpg http://factoidz.com/keepers-lifes-rules/ http://factoidz.com/keepers-lifes-rules/ Keepers, Life's Rules Submitted by: Katydad Keepers equal Life’s rules, family values; the rules inside p... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-8.jpg http://factoidz.com/sometimes-you-just-have-to-laugh-how-to-deal-with-a-mouthy-kid/ http://factoidz.com/sometimes-you-just-have-to-laugh-how-to-deal-with-a-mouthy-kid/ Sometime you just have to laugh: How to deal with a mouthy kid Laughter really is the best medicine for just about everything. I’m the mother of a very mouthy little eight year old. He truly has no respect of person when it comes to voicing his thoughts. He voices his opinion about... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/sometimes-you-just-have-to-laugh-how-to-deal-with-a-mouthy-kid.jpg http://factoidz.com/what-is-a-rhythmic-movement-disorder/ http://factoidz.com/what-is-a-rhythmic-movement-disorder/ When you go to sleep at night, you may find it soothing to fall asleep in a certain way. For example, you may tuck your pillow under your chin in a particular manner, he on your side, or even count sheep to make the transition from being awake to falling asleep. Your child may have found his own way... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/what-is-a-rhythmic-movement-disorder.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-allowance-card-one-way-to-keep-your-kids-from-fighting/ http://factoidz.com/the-allowance-card-one-way-to-keep-your-kids-from-fighting/ How many parents out there are tired of the long car ride home from church and the famous "Owe! He hit me."  and "She hit me first."  You're on the highway, and its too dark to pull over.  You wish your arms could stretch like the guy on fantastic four so you can buckle Suzie back up and pop Jo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-allowance-card-one-way-to-keep-your-kids-from-fighting.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-profound-joys-of-a-simple-frugal-life/ http://factoidz.com/the-profound-joys-of-a-simple-frugal-life/ The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak.  ~Hans Hofmann Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-profound-joys-of-a-simple-frugal-life.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-peanut-butter-cooler/ http://factoidz.com/the-peanut-butter-cooler/ Growing up, my family spent a lot of time traveling and visiting relatives.  Being a military had its advantages and disadvantages.  One advantage of course, everyone liked to spoil you because they had not seen you in quite some time.  Don't get me wrong, we all love to get spoiled but, there we... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-peanut-butter-cooler.jpg http://factoidz.com/advice-for-parents-helping-kids-with-adhd-manage-school-and-schoolwork/ http://factoidz.com/advice-for-parents-helping-kids-with-adhd-manage-school-and-schoolwork/ Children who have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) need special attention, especially when it comes to going to school. Unlike other children, the child with this disorder needs to be understood about his behavior by parents and teachers. Many times, when I substitute,... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/advice-for-parents-helping-kids-with-adhd-manage-school-and-schoolwork.jpg http://factoidz.com/parenting-a-teenager-is-a-lot-like-trying-to-be-the-ruler-of-another-planet-youve-never-been-on/ http://factoidz.com/parenting-a-teenager-is-a-lot-like-trying-to-be-the-ruler-of-another-planet-youve-never-been-on/ I have heard many stories about teenagers, none that were good or had happy endings unfortunately. Still I had no idea what I was in for. My sweet little angel was the apple of my eye, mommies little girl, just peaches and crea... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/parenting-a-teenager-is-a-lot-like-trying-to-be-the-ruler-of-another-planet-youve-never-been-on.jpg http://factoidz.com/time-out-techniques-5-steps-to-calming-a-toddlers-tantrum/ http://factoidz.com/time-out-techniques-5-steps-to-calming-a-toddlers-tantrum/ Here's a little advice from one mom to another: I am the proud mother of an overactive, out spoken, fearless, independent and lively three year old.  I assume 90% of three year olds have these characteristics.  Thinking that I am not the only mother out there living with this miniature version of ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/time-out-techniques-5-steps-to-calming-a-toddlers-tantrum.jpg http://factoidz.com/which-small-dog-breeds-are-the-best-for-families/ http://factoidz.com/which-small-dog-breeds-are-the-best-for-families/ After you have made the decision to add a canine companion to your life, you must then decide what kind of dog will work best for your home and your family. Whether you have limited space or have concerns about a large dog toppling over your toddle... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/which-small-dog-breeds-are-the-best-for-families.jpg http://factoidz.com/what-is-childhood-insomnia-sleeplessness/ http://factoidz.com/what-is-childhood-insomnia-sleeplessness/ Insomnia (sleeplessness) is the most common sleep pr of childhood, from infancy to early adolescence, characterized by difficulty settling at night, sleeping through the nigh and waking too early in the morning. Insomnia is not one disorder but a symptom that can be caused by many different problems... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/what-is-childhood-insomnia-sleeplessness.jpg http://factoidz.com/child-sleep-disorder-what-is-circadian-rhythm/ http://factoidz.com/child-sleep-disorder-what-is-circadian-rhythm/ What happen if owls and larks try to live together one family? If you are a lark (with a preference for an early to bed and early to rise schedule) and your is an owl (with a preference for a late to bed and late to rise schedule), how can you manage to coexist happily in the same household? Some ch... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/child-sleep-disorder-what-is-circadian-rhythm.jpg http://factoidz.com/what-is-child-sleep-safety/ http://factoidz.com/what-is-child-sleep-safety/ If you are a new parent or parent to be, you are probably making many plans for your baby, including where your child will sleep. Will your baby sleep on her own in her own room and in her own crib? Will she sleep with a sibling in the same room, or will she sleep in your room? If she sleeps in your... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/what-is-child-sleep-safety.jpg http://factoidz.com/7-movies-to-watch-to-help-us-get-through-the-great-recession/ http://factoidz.com/7-movies-to-watch-to-help-us-get-through-the-great-recession/ The Great Recession is a period defined with Chrysler on the brink of filing bankruptcy, foreclosures touching many families, government bailouts left and right, loss of millions of jobs. With these and so many more situations occurri... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/7-movies-to-watch-to-help-us-get-through-the-great-recession.jpg http://factoidz.com/vacationing-for-less-my-top-5-family-vacation-spots-within-the-us/ http://factoidz.com/vacationing-for-less-my-top-5-family-vacation-spots-within-the-us/ There are many places throughout the United States that promote family fun.  Places vary in price and seasonal activities and the best thing to do would be to research places that have things that your family likes to do.  Included are 5 family centered vacation spots. 1.  Orlando: Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/vacationing-for-less-my-top-5-family-vacation-spots-within-the-us.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-last-year-of-the-double-00s-and-the-happiness-throughout/ http://factoidz.com/the-last-year-of-the-double-00s-and-the-happiness-throughout/ As I sit here and wait for my car to get inspected, I start reminiscing on some memorable moments occurred in the last 9 years. “Whooh,” that decade flew by fast. I remember the nervousness of Y2K, the horrible aftermath of 9/11, ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-last-year-of-the-double-00s-and-the-happiness-throughout.jpg http://factoidz.com/child-bedwetting-problems-is-there-always-a-solution/ http://factoidz.com/child-bedwetting-problems-is-there-always-a-solution/ I don’t remember wetting my bed, but my some claim to have been well above the average age where bet wetting ceases before stopping. I have children an... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/child-bedwetting-problems-is-there-always-a-solution.jpg http://factoidz.com/general-mills-cereal-cash-prize-promotion/ http://factoidz.com/general-mills-cereal-cash-prize-promotion/ Pick your cereal for how it tastes, NOT the prize inside! I don’t know how many times I have preached this to my children as they narrow their choices in the cereal aisle. Regardless of how logical m... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/general-mills-cereal-cash-prize-promotion.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-raise-a-family-and-enjoy-life-on-a-tight-budget/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-raise-a-family-and-enjoy-life-on-a-tight-budget/ It’s not easy being a frugal parent these days. Kids love stuff; expensive stuff, name brand stuff, lots and lots of pricey new stuff. Frugality runs counter to kids’ desires. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-raise-a-family-and-enjoy-life-on-a-tight-budget.jpg http://factoidz.com/new-parents-twins-tips-for-smart-shopping-and-saving-money/ http://factoidz.com/new-parents-twins-tips-for-smart-shopping-and-saving-money/ When you find out you are having twins there are usually a mix of emotions. You are happy, scared, nervous, anxious, sad, etc. Okay now imagine how you would feel if you found out at the end of your second trimester or third. Believe me, there are no words that can express how this feels. I know, th... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/new-parents-twins-tips-for-smart-shopping-and-saving-money.jpg http://factoidz.com/planning-day-trips-for-toddlers-keep-it-simple-focus-on-quality-of-time/ http://factoidz.com/planning-day-trips-for-toddlers-keep-it-simple-focus-on-quality-of-time/ Focusing in on the toddler ages from 18 to 36 months - keep one thing in mind when planning a day trip: The quality of time. 1. Toddlers have schedules and they are for a reason. Little ones do well with boundaries (as they do not have copeing mechanisms in place yet for restrai... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/planning-day-trips-for-toddlers-keep-it-simple-focus-on-quality-of-time.jpg http://factoidz.com/common-sense-parenting/ http://factoidz.com/common-sense-parenting/ The revolutionary Thomas Paine wrote in his most famous pamphlet, “In the following pages I offer nothing more than simple facts, plain arguments, and common sense”. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/common-sense-parenting.jpg http://factoidz.com/fairy-tales-fables-and-non-fiction-tips-on-reading-to-your-kids-at-bedtime/ http://factoidz.com/fairy-tales-fables-and-non-fiction-tips-on-reading-to-your-kids-at-bedtime/ In today's literary world with Disney characters and talking cars, fables with morals and ethics tend to take a back seat. I would like to remind parents that reading to you youngsters not only develops their reading skills but enhances their trust and security in you. By reinforcing that reading is... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/fairy-tales-fables-and-non-fiction-tips-on-reading-to-your-kids-at-bedtime.jpg http://factoidz.com/great-movies-for-children/ http://factoidz.com/great-movies-for-children/ Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/great-movies-for-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/some-much-needed-perspective-for-parents/ http://factoidz.com/some-much-needed-perspective-for-parents/ There is one line from the movie "Ratatouille" that I love to repeat..."You know what I'm craving? A little perspective. That's it. I'd like some fresh, clear, well seasoned perspective. Can you suggest a good wine to go with that... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/some-much-needed-perspective-for-parents.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-sane-as-a-stay-at-home-mom/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-sane-as-a-stay-at-home-mom/ Let's face it, choosing to stay home with your kids is a monumental decision. By making this choice, you forego a paid salary to take care of your family full-time. No easy task. There are a wealth of benefits in doing so (witnessing your babe's milestones, maintaining control over their love and ca... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-stay-sane-as-a-stay-at-home-mom.jpg http://factoidz.com/planning-a-birthday-party-for-a-5-year-old-girl/ http://factoidz.com/planning-a-birthday-party-for-a-5-year-old-girl/ Does the birthday girl have a favorite cartoon or television/movie character? If so, it’s very likely that a party store (or Wal-Mart or Target, etc.) might have party goods such... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/planning-a-birthday-party-for-a-5-year-old-girl.jpg http://factoidz.com/tips-on-planning-birthday-parties-for-children/ http://factoidz.com/tips-on-planning-birthday-parties-for-children/ Every child wants to have the perfect birthday. The problem is, adults don’t know what to do for the birthday party. I have a few suggestions that could very well help you. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/tips-on-planning-birthday-parties-for-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/frugal-birthday-party-ideas-the-teddy-bear-picnic/ http://factoidz.com/frugal-birthday-party-ideas-the-teddy-bear-picnic/ It is always hard to plan out a birthday party but even more difficult if you are on a tight budget.  There are many ways to save on your child's next birthday and make it look like you spent a fortune. Your first step is to pick a theme.  Find out what your child is into.  If they have a coll... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/frugal-birthday-party-ideas-the-teddy-bear-picnic.jpg http://factoidz.com/tips-for-success-with-your-science-fair-project/ http://factoidz.com/tips-for-success-with-your-science-fair-project/ Get your lab coats, it’s time for the Science Fair. When the science fair is announced some kids know just what topic they want to explore while others are at a loss at where to begin. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/tips-for-success-with-your-science-fair-project.jpg http://factoidz.com/relationships-involving-your-significant-others-children/ http://factoidz.com/relationships-involving-your-significant-others-children/ This time I have decided to break my normal how to mould and do something completely different. I thought I would just talk about…kids, specifically your other half’s children. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-7.jpg http://factoidz.com/entertain-your-kids-with-an-indoor-safari-during-spring-break/ http://factoidz.com/entertain-your-kids-with-an-indoor-safari-during-spring-break/ These days it can be quite expensive to take your kids out somewhere during Spring break, but you still want to do something special with them. You can have fun an create a lasting memory right in your ver... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/entertain-your-kids-with-an-indoor-safari-during-spring-break.jpg http://factoidz.com/5-ways-children-can-help-the-environment/ http://factoidz.com/5-ways-children-can-help-the-environment/ With so many people trying to go green right now, it is important to train our children early enough to help green efforts become habits that they can take into their adulthood. Schools are starting recycling programs and scout clubs ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/5-ways-children-can-help-the-environment.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-counteract-violence-anger-and-hatred/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-counteract-violence-anger-and-hatred/ In yourself: Learn self control tactics to keep yourself in check. If you have to attend an anger management class or classes on self control and getting your emotions under control. Open up and talk about your feelings of aggression, your hatred and why you feel the need to be viol... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-counteract-violence-anger-and-hatred.jpg http://factoidz.com/cub-scout-basics-is-it-right-for-your-family/ http://factoidz.com/cub-scout-basics-is-it-right-for-your-family/ So you have seen the flyers in churches or school, maybe an ad in the local paper for “Cub Scout Roundup” and you are wondering…..What is Cub Scouting? Is it right for my child? Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/cub-scout-basics-is-it-right-for-your-family.jpg http://factoidz.com/frugal-family-fun-ideas/ http://factoidz.com/frugal-family-fun-ideas/ There are many things you can do as a family or a couple without children that costs very little or in many cases is free. When money is tight entertainment seems to usually be the first thing people cut back on or cut out. You don't have to necessarily cut it out though, try these ideas and see how... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/frugal-family-fun-ideas.jpg http://factoidz.com/traveling-with-younger-kids-stress-free/ http://factoidz.com/traveling-with-younger-kids-stress-free/ I used to love driving with my mom in the car. She had so many fun things for us to do! ...And since I got carsick at the drop of a hat, almost everything she did to keep me occupied and content had to keep my eyes focused out the windows. The first thing to do is make sure your children have fre... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/traveling-with-younger-kids-stress-free.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-deal-with-a-teething-toddler/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-deal-with-a-teething-toddler/ Children do not usually behave badly for no reason. Watch their behaviour to try and find out what it is that's bothering them. Getting through teething and growth spurts can be the most difficult. If your child is moving their jaw around or sticking their lower jaw out they could be teething. Al... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-16.jpg http://factoidz.com/diaper-wipes-theyre-not-just-for-babies-anymore/ http://factoidz.com/diaper-wipes-theyre-not-just-for-babies-anymore/ If you have a baby, you may know some of these tricks through experience. If not, pick up a couple of small 10-piece packs and keep one in the house, boat, and car. Sure, they're great for the purpose they were designed, but there are other ways to use diaper wipes t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/pregnancy-11.jpg http://factoidz.com/pregnancy-complications-what-is-placenta-previa/ http://factoidz.com/pregnancy-complications-what-is-placenta-previa/ "Placenta previa (also known as low lying placenta) is a complication of pregnancy, when the placenta is in the lower segment of the uterus and covers part or all of the cervix (http://www.babycenter.ca/pregnancy/complicatio... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/pregnancy-complications-what-is-placenta-previa.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-family-dog-a-babys-best-friend/ http://factoidz.com/the-family-dog-a-babys-best-friend/ When I was first bitten by the Writer’s Bug some 25 years ago, I was told to write about what I knew. That was good advice at the time but as I grew as a writer that advice seriousl... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-family-dog-a-babys-best-friend.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-own-baby-food-from-scratch/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-own-baby-food-from-scratch/ Depending on how tight your schedule is you may not have time to make your own baby food, but there are many reasons for doing so. First of all your child may be like mine, and will refuse to eat pre-made baby food. Not that I blame her because it does taste pretty terrible! If you do not have a lot... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-your-own-baby-food-from-scratch.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-baby-shower/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-baby-shower/ Baby showers help to relieve the financial pressure of a new baby in the family, but usually they only have you covered for about 6 months. There are ways of making these helpful gifts stretch for you. If you are tight financially do not give your child... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-11.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-we-can-help-our-young-daughters-deal-with-bullying-in-school/ http://factoidz.com/how-we-can-help-our-young-daughters-deal-with-bullying-in-school/ Bullying is a serious problem in our schools today. This problem which affects so many of our children is not only a problem in the public school system, but it is also affecting our children in t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-we-can-help-our-young-daughters-deal-with-bullying-in-school.jpg http://factoidz.com/safety-concerns-with-new-baby-and-the-family-dog/ http://factoidz.com/safety-concerns-with-new-baby-and-the-family-dog/ Bringing home a new... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/safety-concerns-with-new-baby-and-the-family-dog.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-sure-your-toddler-gets-proper-nutrition/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-sure-your-toddler-gets-proper-nutrition/ Feeding toddlers can be a tricky task and you need to make sure you catch them at the right moment. You may find that when you go to great lengths to make a meal for your toddler they just push it away and lose patience for food. While you are cooking dinner give your child a plate with cheese, gold... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-sure-your-toddler-gets-proper-nutrition.jpg http://factoidz.com/walk-and-talk-a-great-way-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sensitive-topics/ http://factoidz.com/walk-and-talk-a-great-way-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sensitive-topics/ The rolled eyes, the fidgety feet and the dreaded "UGH!" These are all signs that the conversation your having, or trying to have with you kids might not be as effective as you hoped.  As parents there are a number of issues that will arise in our child's live... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/walk-and-talk-a-great-way-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-sensitive-topics.jpg http://factoidz.com/is-co-sleeping-with-your-baby-dangerous/ http://factoidz.com/is-co-sleeping-with-your-baby-dangerous/ Parents making the choice to co-sleep with their infant (having their babies sleep in bed with them) has lead to a number of infant deaths in Canada. Parents are now strongly advised by doctors not to co-sleep with their infants. However, just because other parents have smothered their infants by ro... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/is-co-sleeping-with-your-baby-dangerous.jpg http://factoidz.com/disaster-checklist-5-things-you-and-your-family-need-in-case-of-a-major-disaster/ http://factoidz.com/disaster-checklist-5-things-you-and-your-family-need-in-case-of-a-major-disaster/ Everyday we see and hear about new catastrophic disasters occurring all over the World. Floods, earth quakes, tornado and hurricanes can happen seemingly anywhere at any time - and without much warning. Depending on where we live in the world conflict, civil wars, catastrophic infrastructure collaps... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/disaster-checklist-5-things-you-and-your-family-need-in-case-of-a-major-disaster.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-plan-a-treasure-hunt-for-the-kids/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-plan-a-treasure-hunt-for-the-kids/ Planning parties and events is great fun.  Planning to keep them busy can be challenging.  Depending on the age of the children, it can be down right difficult. But wait!  There are ways to keep them occupied.  Never fear!  A Treasure Hunt is here! A treasure hunt can enhance any event.  Fo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-plan-a-treasure-hunt-for-the-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prevent-and-treat-urinary-tract-infection-in-young-children/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prevent-and-treat-urinary-tract-infection-in-young-children/ Girls of all ages have it rough when it comes to urinary problems, this is because of how we are built, unfortunately.  Making small changes in our lifestyles can help in the prevention of re-occurring urinary tract infections. First off, during the day, it is a good idea to increase your fluid ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prevent-and-treat-urinary-tract-infection-in-young-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/can-bratz-dolls-be-a-positive-influence-on-young-girls/ http://factoidz.com/can-bratz-dolls-be-a-positive-influence-on-young-girls/ Yasmin, Cloe, Sasha, and Jade – the Bratz “with a passion for fashion.” Since hitti... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/can-bratz-dolls-be-a-positive-influence-on-young-girls.jpg http://factoidz.com/teaching-your-child-how-to-cook/ http://factoidz.com/teaching-your-child-how-to-cook/ Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/teaching-your-child-how-to-cook.jpg http://factoidz.com/is-there-a-link-between-tv-watching-and-teen-pregnancy/ http://factoidz.com/is-there-a-link-between-tv-watching-and-teen-pregnancy/ A significant portion of my interviews with kids and overhearing kids’ conversations with one another have involved television and movie viewing habits. In nearly 100% of the cases, the kids who had watched sexually explicit television shows and movies are the same kids who got involved with sexua... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/is-there-a-link-between-tv-watching-and-teen-pregnancy.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-teach-your-kids-to-cook/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-teach-your-kids-to-cook/ When teaching a child any new subject its important to remember not all activities will appeal to every child. Its important to attempt fundamentals and then help guide the child through his or her curiosity. One way to start is to ask the child what he likes about cooking and... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-teach-your-kids-to-cook.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-children-to-cook/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-children-to-cook/ Encouraging your children to do several things is important. You always want to encourage them in their dreams and hopes. You also want to make sure they learn enough to take care o... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-encourage-your-children-to-cook.jpg http://factoidz.com/talking-to-youngsters-about-sex/ http://factoidz.com/talking-to-youngsters-about-sex/ As a single mom of an eighteen year old boy, I feel relatively qualified to offer some advice concerning this topic. Our society continues to evolve and we, as parents, must adapt to the changes i... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/talking-to-youngsters-about-sex.jpg http://factoidz.com/hide-the-alcohol-from-your-kids/ http://factoidz.com/hide-the-alcohol-from-your-kids/ It has been reported that our kids develop all types of beliefs about alcohol and, of course, many are correct or distorted. Some of these beliefs are brought about by information provided by friends, some are formed by witnessing family members drink, and others are brought about by the media. Afte... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/hide-the-alcohol-from-your-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-defuse-a-childs-temper-tantrum/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-defuse-a-childs-temper-tantrum/ One of the main challenges of childhood is learning about boundaries and appropriate behavior. Although the temper tantrums seem to stop after age six, and start up again around adolescence, children test boundaries in many different ways. When parents enforce a rule or an expectation, a child can r... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-defuse-a-childs-temper-tantrum.jpg http://factoidz.com/birth-order-and-family-dynamics/ http://factoidz.com/birth-order-and-family-dynamics/ No matter when you were born, or who you've become, it is important to accept each person for who they are as an individual. It is important that we not assume we know someone because they fit into certain categories such as "first-born" or "only-child." That being said, there are some common thread... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/birth-order-and-family-dynamics.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-best-gift-for-your-kids-your-time/ http://factoidz.com/the-best-gift-for-your-kids-your-time/ Finally, Christmas is here!! It’s time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and, in keeping with the American tradition, give tons of presents to your kids! Have you ever considered the gift that your child wants the most? A bike? No. A guitar or drum set? No. A computer or software? No. How about a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-best-gift-for-your-kids-your-time.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-discipline-your-child-at-any-age/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-discipline-your-child-at-any-age/ Many people have disputed the various forms of discipline, each one believing that their way is the correct way. Through my research, I have discovered that many people still beli... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-discipline-your-child-at-any-age.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-decorate-their-own-room/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-decorate-their-own-room/ The solution to getting your youngster to sleep in their own room is actually very simple.  As Great-Grandparents, we can give you the benefit of our own experience, handed down to us by our own Parents & Grandparents.  To help them get over... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-decorate-their-own-room.jpg http://factoidz.com/tips-for-stress-free-travel-with-young-kids/ http://factoidz.com/tips-for-stress-free-travel-with-young-kids/ Whether you're just going for a weekend jaunt, or planning a major international excursion, traveling with young kids can be a great time for everyone. If you're aware of the special needs of little ones, and plan accordingly, you can minimize stress and maximize the fresh perspective of your young ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/tips-for-stress-free-travel-with-young-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-sleep-alone/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-sleep-alone/ Having your child sleep with you generates a bond of comfort, tenderness, acceptance and security. When you first try to encourage your child to sleep in their own bed, they will probably experience "separation anxiety". The longer your child has slept with you, the more dependent they become on yo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-encourage-your-child-to-sleep-alone.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-your-kids-to-sleep-in-their-own-bed/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-your-kids-to-sleep-in-their-own-bed/ Many parents think they are helping their children get to sleep by allowing little ones to sleep in the bed with them. This is fine for rainy nights or middle-of-the-night nightmares, or even when one of the parents is in the hospit... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-get-your-kids-to-sleep-in-their-own-bed.jpg http://factoidz.com/activities-for-kids-to-play-in-the-snow/ http://factoidz.com/activities-for-kids-to-play-in-the-snow/ Okay, the fireplace is blazing and the TV or Wii are blaring. The kids have been cooped up and are bored. What can you do to encourage them to go outside and play to alleviate that boredom? Try some simple tricks like these: First, we l... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/activities-for-kids-to-play-in-the-snow.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-benefits-of-studying-music/ http://factoidz.com/the-benefits-of-studying-music/ A reader recently asked whether listening to music can help children with language and memory skills.  I would suggest taking this idea one step further and having your children actively engage in music rather than just listen to it.  Anyone can halfway listen to music while driving in... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-benefits-of-studying-music.jpg http://factoidz.com/definitions-of-slander-gossip-and-news/ http://factoidz.com/definitions-of-slander-gossip-and-news/ Talking behind someone’s back can be hurtful to that person, and even damage your own reputation by labeling you a gossip. Slander can do even more damage, and that is why it is illegal. It has been wrong since Moses said “... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/definitions-of-slander-gossip-and-news.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-help-your-child-overcome-their-fear-of-monsters-or-the-dark/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-help-your-child-overcome-their-fear-of-monsters-or-the-dark/ My three year old was terrified of dragons. Every night she insisted that there were Dragons in her room. I would pray with her and ask her Angels to make the Dragons away, afterwords she would be alright until about mid-night or one o'clock in the morning screaming for me, resulting in months of sl... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-help-your-child-overcome-their-fear-of-monsters-or-the-dark.jpg http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-slow-the-family-down-for-some-quality-time/ http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-slow-the-family-down-for-some-quality-time/ My husband is serving in the Army and we share two beautiful children who are 1 and 3 years of age so you can imagine how busy our life is. So to keep life more interesting we have come up with some creative ways to have quality family time. It all starts with turning off the television and electr... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/7-ways-to-slow-the-family-down-for-some-quality-time.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-babies-love-to-be-in-motion/ http://factoidz.com/why-babies-love-to-be-in-motion/ Let's do a short exercise together for a moment.  Close your eyes and imagine you are floating in the center of a large swimming pool.  This is an imagination exercise so let's imagine you can breathe just fine under water as well.  You are surrounded by liquid on all sides - nothing but fluid, ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/why-babies-love-to-be-in-motion.jpg http://factoidz.com/passing-holiday-family-traditions-to-our-children/ http://factoidz.com/passing-holiday-family-traditions-to-our-children/ Passing on family holiday customs and traditions to our kids is so important, but yet so often neglected and ultimately lost as our lives become more and more hectic this time of the year. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/passing-holiday-family-traditions-to-our-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/practical-ways-you-can-help-your-child-grow-spiritually/ http://factoidz.com/practical-ways-you-can-help-your-child-grow-spiritually/ A child doesn't know their purpose. Here are somethings you can do to help your child grow spiritually: Speak with your child Ask them what they think life is all about,what life is, how do they see things? Explain to them what life is. You let them know ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/practical-ways-you-can-help-your-child-grow-spiritually.jpg http://factoidz.com/teaching-children-to-respect-animals/ http://factoidz.com/teaching-children-to-respect-animals/ Children love household pets. Someone soft and friendly who never tells them "no." Someone with a lower status in the household than theirs. It's a real parenting challenge to teach our children to respect an animal who can't speak for itself, or tell the child when he or she is being too rough. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/teaching-children-to-respect-animals.jpg http://factoidz.com/teaching-children-to-express-compassion/ http://factoidz.com/teaching-children-to-express-compassion/ As many great writers have pointed out, children learn behaviors from the example their peers and parents set. Saying "please," and "thank you," and "I'm sorry" are a part of that learning process. But there's more to it than that. As parents, we know what it means to say "I'm sorry." We understand ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/teaching-children-to-express-compassion.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-bedwetting-dilemma-and-how-to-effectively-deal-with-it/ http://factoidz.com/the-bedwetting-dilemma-and-how-to-effectively-deal-with-it/ Many of us have dealt with this issue in some way or another.  Whether it was your own childhood nightmare or one that another family member dealt with, it is often something very taboo among peers and the general public.  When we become parents, certainly, it ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-bedwetting-dilemma-and-how-to-effectively-deal-with-it.jpg http://factoidz.com/overcoming-monsters-and-bedtime-fears/ http://factoidz.com/overcoming-monsters-and-bedtime-fears/ Fear of the dark, and of the monsters under the bed, seem to be a childhood rite of passage. Not only is the fear very real, but the opportunities to stay up a little later are endless, as a result! We may never talk our children into believing that brussel sprouts have a reason to exist, but our ch... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/overcoming-monsters-and-bedtime-fears.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-teach-your-child-to-apologize/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-teach-your-child-to-apologize/ "I'm sorry" is not an escape route, but a condition of heart. To understand others, we must first understand ourselves. It's not always easy to understand our own actions. Pride, discouragement, self-preservation and other ego-sensitive emotions may be deterrents to accepting some of the negat... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-teach-your-child-to-apologize.jpg http://factoidz.com/parenting-for-pushovers/ http://factoidz.com/parenting-for-pushovers/ Parents have a unique responsibility in their children's lives. Our job is to give our children values, standards of behavior, social skills, learning skills, life skills, and unconditional love. It's a tall order. On top of that, we often want to give our children the childhood we didn't get to hav... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/parenting-for-pushovers.jpg http://factoidz.com/pre-implantation-genetic-diagnosis-pgd-and-other-methods-for-choosing-your-babies-sex/ http://factoidz.com/pre-implantation-genetic-diagnosis-pgd-and-other-methods-for-choosing-your-babies-sex/ Remember the old days when you were told to  eat bananas before getting pregnant if you wanted a boy and sweets for a girl?  It was kind of a silly yet hopefully fun thing to try and the results were always a s... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/pre-implantation-genetic-diagnosis-pgd-and-other-methods-for-choosing-your-babies-sex.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-diy-paper-christmas-snowflakes/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-diy-paper-christmas-snowflakes/ Looking for a fun activity that you can enjoy at home with the kids? Try making your own paper snowflake ornaments and decorations for the house! Any type of paper will work: construction paper, cooking foil, typing paper, gift wrap, comics, phone book pages...you are only limited to your imaginatio... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-diy-paper-christmas-snowflakes.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-do-you-teach-a-toddler-to-say-im-sorry/ http://factoidz.com/how-do-you-teach-a-toddler-to-say-im-sorry/ A young child should learn the meaning of forgiveness. When a child forgives another person, then that child feels that in spite of how wrong or hurtful someone has been, he or she can overlook what that person did or say. The forgiving child will not hold a mistaken behavior against someone. The fo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-do-you-teach-a-toddler-to-say-im-sorry.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-talk-to-your-kids/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-talk-to-your-kids/ One of the most important steps that you can take with your child toward the prevention of Use of Illicit Substances (UIS), as well as a host of other topics, is to TALK!TALK!TALK! (TTT) to him/her monthly, weekly, and even daily, depending on the situation. It also helps if you use this precautiona... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-talk-to-your-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/soapy-clean-holiday-craft-ideas-for-kids/ http://factoidz.com/soapy-clean-holiday-craft-ideas-for-kids/ Have yourself a clean Christmas. Christmas craft ideas + soap = good, clean fun! Elvis sang about a blue Christmas, and Bing's Christmas was white.  So how do you have a clean Christmas?  When you get out the soap and gather the kids for some clean and festive art projects. Added bonus: Your ki... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/soapy-clean-holiday-craft-ideas-for-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/inexpensive-diy-christmas-ornament-ideas/ http://factoidz.com/inexpensive-diy-christmas-ornament-ideas/ When it comes to Christmas decorations: I like to change my themes from year to year. I prefer to spend money on gifts instead of decorations. I prefer a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/inexpensive-diy-christmas-ornament-ideas.jpg http://factoidz.com/finding-temper-tantrum-triggers/ http://factoidz.com/finding-temper-tantrum-triggers/ Children usually start having tantrums when they have about a 100-200 word vocabulary. The big problem is having some words, but not enough words yet. The result can be a tantrum. A child asks for food and is given a PB&J when he or she wanted PB & bananas. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/finding-temper-tantrum-triggers.jpg http://factoidz.com/indigo-children/ http://factoidz.com/indigo-children/ More and more children today seem to be walking around with labels, not all of them good. In the years that I have practiced Child Psychotherapy, I have seen a growing number of children with Diagnosis’ of ADHD and most recently, Bi-Polar Disorder. The following is not to say... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/indigo-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/got-a-bored-teenager-at-home-for-the-holidays/ http://factoidz.com/got-a-bored-teenager-at-home-for-the-holidays/ Give them an adventure to follow. The "Baby Grape and Huskey" book is the first of a series that offer adventures of teens in the 1845 era. The stories are a glimpse into the past and will show them what life was like during that time in a first hand manner. Any reader that enjoys adventure will ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-16.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-deal-with-naughty-neighbor-kids/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-deal-with-naughty-neighbor-kids/ Even the best behaved children can become downright unruly when out of their parents line of vision. When left to their own devices they’ll ride their bikes on your lawn, trample your flower beds, and worse. Dealing with thes... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-deal-with-naughty-neighbor-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-challenges-of-being-a-step-parent/ http://factoidz.com/the-challenges-of-being-a-step-parent/ It's not easy being a step parent.  You have no power, little authority and a lot of grudges.  Some of them are even yours.  At first you simply try to get to know the kids, learn their likes and dislikes.  You are always in the shadow of the ex-parent and are more than likely being monitored by... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-challenges-of-being-a-step-parent.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-inexpensive-christmas-gifts-more-exciting-for-the-kids/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-inexpensive-christmas-gifts-more-exciting-for-the-kids/ As a rule kids are the most difficult to buy for during the Holidays. You may very well think you know exactly what they want but see by the look of disappointment on their faces you really didn't have a clue. Even when they go to great lengths to tell you exactly what they want sometimes it�... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-inexpensive-christmas-gifts-more-exciting-for-the-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/video-game-addictions-for-kids-bens-story/ http://factoidz.com/video-game-addictions-for-kids-bens-story/ According to the fine folks at the National Institute on Media and the Family, “For the video game addicted person, a fantasy world in a game has replaced his or her real world. The virtual reality of the game is more inviting than the every day world of family, school or work. With the increa... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-3.jpg http://factoidz.com/a-theory-about-teaching-your-child-gun-safety/ http://factoidz.com/a-theory-about-teaching-your-child-gun-safety/ From the time I was a little girl, I knew what guns were, knew how they worked, what they were for and what kind of damage they could do.  At the age of 7, I got my first gun and was considered an excellent shot by the time I was 12.  Now i have small children of my own and have began the process... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/a-theory-about-teaching-your-child-gun-safety.jpg http://factoidz.com/6-tricks-and-techniques-to-get-your-baby-to-sleep/ http://factoidz.com/6-tricks-and-techniques-to-get-your-baby-to-sleep/ If you're set on your child sleeping on his/her back, but they won't fall asleep that way or want to sleep on their tummy - Take the time to put your child to sleep on his/her stomach.  The best way is to half-lay, half-sit on the couch, on your bed, on the floor, etc. and let the... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/easy-ways-to-get-your-baby-to-sleep.jpg http://factoidz.com/is-your-child-addicted-to-video-games/ http://factoidz.com/is-your-child-addicted-to-video-games/ If your child plays a “harmless” 3-4 hours of video games on each school day, and then another 7-8 hours on each weekend day, your child’s video game time could easily total 29-36 hours per week, many of them alone in their bedroom or basement! Back when you and I were little tykes, that time ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/is-your-child-addicted-to-video-games.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-guard-your-home-against-fire/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-guard-your-home-against-fire/ Every year, fire causes millions of dollars of damage to household goods, property, and sentimental items. Following these guidelines can help you protect your home against that damage. The list has simple things you can change in your home to make you rest easier. Kitchen safety: Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-guard-your-home-against-fire.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-negative-impact-of-video-games-on-your-child/ http://factoidz.com/the-negative-impact-of-video-games-on-your-child/ Although this topic mostly applies to boys, girls can also be affected by the addictions, habits and lessons that are developed from the use of Gameboy, GameCube, Xbox, Playstation, Wii, and other video games that are competing for your child’s attention. If your middle school child has one or ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-negative-impact-of-video-games-on-your-child.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-working-mothers-can-reduce-stress/ http://factoidz.com/how-working-mothers-can-reduce-stress/ It is not easy, but it can be done! Life is not going to be stress free if we want challenges, but it can be “stress controlled” if we know how. The o... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-working-mothers-can-reduce-stress.jpg http://factoidz.com/recognizing-postpartum-depression/ http://factoidz.com/recognizing-postpartum-depression/ Most women experience some sort of Baby Blues after delivery but do you know the difference between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression?  I gave birth to my 3rd child at age 46.  It was an unexpected pregnancy and we were totally unprepared.  Add to the stress of turning our retirement dreams in... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/recognizing-postpartum-depression.jpg http://factoidz.com/work-kids-and-stress-relief/ http://factoidz.com/work-kids-and-stress-relief/ The demands on women these days are exceedingly greater and greater.  It's no longer unusual for the woman of the house to be the main breadwinner.  Not that the men are staying home with the kids, but that women are now able to bring home higher salaries than 20 years ago. Since staying home w... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/work-kids-and-stress-relief.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-know-god-through-raising-your-children/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-know-god-through-raising-your-children/ Why doesn't "good" always triumph? Why hasn't any of us actually seen Him? Why does He let good people die too soon? Why is there bondage, famine, suffering and war? Where is the love He talks about? Why doesn't He punish the wicked? Why would He let His son die at the hands of mere mortals? If He g... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-know-god-through-raising-your-children.jpg http://factoidz.com/working-moms-tips-on-how-to-raise-a-stress-free-family/ http://factoidz.com/working-moms-tips-on-how-to-raise-a-stress-free-family/ Everybody needs some sane 'ME' time...especially a working mom.  Sitting at a desk all day dealing with the slew of office problems that are awaiting your 8:30 arrival each morning and then switching gears to help with home work, sign field trip permission slips and make sure, bath time, dinner ti... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/working-moms-tips-on-how-to-raise-a-stress-free-family.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-begin-a-recycling-program-in-your-household/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-begin-a-recycling-program-in-your-household/ These days everyone is starting to talk about how all of us can make our households more "green", but sometimes it is really hard to change our everyday routines.  We have become so used to just throwing everything in a trash can that it can seem like a monumental task to start recycling.  There ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-begin-a-recycling-program-in-your-household.jpg http://factoidz.com/thoughts-on-homosexuality-and-choice/ http://factoidz.com/thoughts-on-homosexuality-and-choice/ Consider for a moment your own sexuality - is it something you have chosen or is it the result of thousands of thoughts, emotions, and physical reactions that occur when you see someone you are attracted to.  No consider for a moment someone thinking that you are somehow "choosing" to create that k... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/thoughts-on-homosexuality-and-choice.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-kids-do-their-homework-faster/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-make-your-kids-do-their-homework-faster/ If today's children have one thing in common I would venture to say it is resistance at home work time.  Home work was such a chore in our house...fighting, punishments and lots of empty threats were starting to creep into the busiest part of my day...5:00 - 6:30.  Sit down, stay still, concen... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-make-your-kids-do-their-homework-faster.jpg http://factoidz.com/5-fun-game-ideas-for-a-5-year-olds-birthday-party/ http://factoidz.com/5-fun-game-ideas-for-a-5-year-olds-birthday-party/ Due to increasing economic stress these days many parents are choosing to throw their childrens birthday celebration at home instead of spending the $300 - $500 dollars it costs at a Chuck E. Cheese or Fun Time Junction.  We always throw our kids parties at home!  Our parties are unique, cost effi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/5-fun-game-ideas-for-a-5-year-olds-birthday-party.jpg http://factoidz.com/thoughts-on-how-to-be-a-better-single-parent/ http://factoidz.com/thoughts-on-how-to-be-a-better-single-parent/ Being a parent is one of the most difficult jobs a person can take on in life. This is the one job while in the middle of producing a child, one never thinks they will have. However, this coul... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/thoughts-on-how-to-be-a-better-single-parent.jpg http://factoidz.com/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-precautions-to-take-to-protect-your-kids/ http://factoidz.com/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-precautions-to-take-to-protect-your-kids/ Many of the middle school children with whom I have had experience over the past 20 years have seen movies, with their parents’ permission, that would have brought me great trouble from my parents if I had seen them as a youth. And, yes, my own children would receive a consequence if they were to ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-precautions-to-take-to-protect-your-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-what-are-your-kids-watching/ http://factoidz.com/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-what-are-your-kids-watching/ In the mid to late 1960’s, the mere mention of brief nudity or a partially clothed bedroom scene was enough to stir the masses. One little scene was the talk of the town, television and radio talk shows, and newspaper articles! Well, we’ve come a long way in 40+ years! These days, it’s a re... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/sex-and-nudity-in-movies-what-are-your-kids-watching.jpg http://factoidz.com/keeping-your-grocery-bills-from-devouring-your-wallet/ http://factoidz.com/keeping-your-grocery-bills-from-devouring-your-wallet/ With expenses rising across the board, many of us are looking for ways to save a few extra dollars where we can. Eating out is one area that can easily break the bank, so if you reduce the amount of meals you're eating out and vow to yourself that you're going to cook like you've never cooked before... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/keeping-your-grocery-bills-from-devouring-your-wallet.jpg http://factoidz.com/list-of-basic-needs-for-newborn-babies/ http://factoidz.com/list-of-basic-needs-for-newborn-babies/ There are many things a baby will need in the first few months that you'll need to be prepared for when the baby arrives. However, that doesn't mean you have to run out and buy it all at once. It is best to wait until you are at least three months pregnant before buying baby items in case of any p... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/list-of-basic-needs-for-newborn-babies.jpg http://factoidz.com/cable-satellite-tv-for-kids-its-your-job-to-monitor-what-they-watch/ http://factoidz.com/cable-satellite-tv-for-kids-its-your-job-to-monitor-what-they-watch/ First of all, why do you have Cable/Satellite TV? Is it because the commercial reception in your home is poor? Is it because you are an avid sports fan and you just have to have ESPN and other such channels? Are you a fan of old movies who enjoys watching AMC? Do you feel that you need to watch the ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/cable-satellite-tv-for-kids-its-your-job-to-monitor-what-they-watch.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-for-bedrest-with-a-high-risk-pregnancy/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-for-bedrest-with-a-high-risk-pregnancy/ Just hearing that I was pregnant with twins was a major life event. Going on bedrest at seven months pregnant was even harder to conceptualize. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prepare-for-bedrest-with-a-high-risk-pregnancy.jpg http://factoidz.com/setting-a-positive-role-model-for-your-kids/ http://factoidz.com/setting-a-positive-role-model-for-your-kids/ Do your kids ever receive mixed messages from you? As with all cases, consistent and persistent messages from you, followed by consistent and persistent behavior from you, is one of the strongest and most dynamic methods by which you can convince your... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/setting-a-positive-role-model-for-your-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/parents-may-promote-the-use-of-alcohol-and-smoking-in-their-teens/ http://factoidz.com/parents-may-promote-the-use-of-alcohol-and-smoking-in-their-teens/ According to a recent report from AScribe Newswire Center for the Advancement of Health, "Teen smoking and drinking do not occur in a vacuum -- both parents and peers may promote or discourage substance abuse among teens, according to a study of more than 4,500 students in the sixth, seventh... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/parents-may-promote-the-use-of-alcohol-and-smoking-in-their-teens.jpg http://factoidz.com/whats-in-a-word/ http://factoidz.com/whats-in-a-word/ If you were to sit back and listen when you speak to your children, what are your words telling them? How often in one day do you complement your child? Do you encourage them or do you chastise them? I... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/whats-in-a-word.jpg http://factoidz.com/coping-with-add-or-adhd-without-medication/ http://factoidz.com/coping-with-add-or-adhd-without-medication/ Let's face it, life is hard, especially for those in high-school or college. The social pressures are enough to drive one mad, and when your mind is traveling a mile a minute, its easy to lose track of yourself. School work, home life, everything in your life seems a constant torrent of information,... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/coping-with-add-or-adhd-without-medication.jpg http://factoidz.com/keeping-your-kids-away-from-the-use-of-illicit-substances-uis-its-your-job/ http://factoidz.com/keeping-your-kids-away-from-the-use-of-illicit-substances-uis-its-your-job/ Your child receives multiple messages about the Use of Illicit Substances (UIS) each day from friends, television, magazines, movies, etc. How many do they receive from you? Do they receive any? Do your kids actually know your views on UIS? Do they firmly believe that there will be ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/keeping-your-kids-away-from-the-use-of-illicit-substances-uis-its-your-job.jpg http://factoidz.com/baby-naming-websites-a-review-of-the-best/ http://factoidz.com/baby-naming-websites-a-review-of-the-best/ http://babynamesworld.parentsconnect.com/ This website has 27,000 baby names. ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/baby-naming-websites-a-review-of-the-best.jpg http://factoidz.com/tips-for-choosing-your-babys-name/ http://factoidz.com/tips-for-choosing-your-babys-name/ As a mother of 3, including a set of twins, I am well aware of the stress in trying to find just the right name for your new one, or two! Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/tips-for-choosing-your-babys-name.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-parents-must-be-good-listeners-for-their-kids/ http://factoidz.com/why-parents-must-be-good-listeners-for-their-kids/ When children begin to talk, something long awaited by excited parents, it never seems to be what anyone expects or wants to hear. It's not always interesting to listen to a child babble about their ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/why-parents-must-be-good-listeners-for-their-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/advice-for-dads-to-be-handling-mood-swings-and-financial-stress/ http://factoidz.com/advice-for-dads-to-be-handling-mood-swings-and-financial-stress/ You are excited about being a new Dad, but you are filled with questions and concerns as your partner goes through her pregnancy: we have some answers that will ease your mind a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/advice-for-dads-to-be-handling-mood-swings-and-financial-stress.jpg http://factoidz.com/reviews-of-baby-name-websites/ http://factoidz.com/reviews-of-baby-name-websites/ There are tons of resources on the internet, as well as in print, for baby names and baby information. It can be very hard to pick a name for a new baby. You, the parent, may want to know what the name means, where it originated and maybe even how popular or unusual... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/reviews-of-baby-name-websites.jpg http://factoidz.com/hang-on-sister-reminders-for-the-midlife-christian-mom/ http://factoidz.com/hang-on-sister-reminders-for-the-midlife-christian-mom/ Are you having one of those days? The children are off doing their own things; the husband is at work. Maybe you’re at work too, but that work just seems flat and meaningless today. When you look ahead, now that the years of... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-4.jpg http://factoidz.com/tips-for-a-successful-child-adoption/ http://factoidz.com/tips-for-a-successful-child-adoption/ Our planet, the Earth is groaning under the ever-growing population burden. Many nations launched various kinds of programs that were aimed specifically at arresting the uncontrolled population explosion. Despite the gigantic efforts and millions of dollars poured into awareness building and promoti... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/tips-for-a-successful-child-adoption.jpg http://factoidz.com/nebraskas-safe-haven-law-loophole-to-close/ http://factoidz.com/nebraskas-safe-haven-law-loophole-to-close/ Over the weekend, two more teenagers were abandoned at Nebraska hospitals under the Safe Haven Law. As a total of 26 teens have now been dropped off in the state; citizens, legislators, and readers e... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-12.jpg http://factoidz.com/ideas-for-motivating-children-to-do-creative-writing/ http://factoidz.com/ideas-for-motivating-children-to-do-creative-writing/ Integrative Thematic Writing Asking a child to write a report i... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/ideas-for-motivating-children-to-do-creative-writing.jpg http://factoidz.com/when-babies-require-intensive-grandparent-care/ http://factoidz.com/when-babies-require-intensive-grandparent-care/ As a young mother, I prayed for twins. Who would have guessed that in time, my prayer would be answered with multiple multiples for grandchildren! Excerpts from our Christmas letters tell the stor... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/when-babies-require-intensive-grandparent-care.jpg http://factoidz.com/ideas-for-creating-a-special-family-tradition-for-christmas/ http://factoidz.com/ideas-for-creating-a-special-family-tradition-for-christmas/ Traditions are important in defining people, cultures, and communities.  You can start a tradition just by setting aside time to do something special on a periodic basis.  This Factoid will discuss a very simple Christmas tradition that can yield surprises for many years to come. 1) Purchase so... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/ideas-for-creating-a-special-family-tradition-for-christmas.jpg http://factoidz.com/halloween-on-a-budget/ http://factoidz.com/halloween-on-a-budget/ As a child, there are three important aspects of Halloween: Candy, Costume, and Fun. As a parent, there are two more: Safety, and Budget. Here are a few ideas for saving money and salving fears. I can't tell you how Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/halloween-on-a-budget.jpg http://factoidz.com/volunteer-program-resources-for-teens/ http://factoidz.com/volunteer-program-resources-for-teens/ Volunteer opportunities for teenagers abound in the US, but many do not know how to access them.  Whether your interests lean toward caring for animals, helping the elderly, or simply empowering your community- there is a perfect volunteer position for yo... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/volunteer-program-resources-for-teens.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-keep-children-from-getting-bored-on-summer-vacation/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-keep-children-from-getting-bored-on-summer-vacation/ Can you remember times when you were bored? I can; I can remember complaining to my mother that I “had nothing to do.” My sons never said that to me, but my older son said something that indicated he had once been bored. He had endured a long summer of boredom after I needed to have surgery in l... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-keep-children-from-getting-bored-on-summer-vacation.jpg http://factoidz.com/do-kids-need-medication-for-adhd/ http://factoidz.com/do-kids-need-medication-for-adhd/ Note from Factoidz editors: The advice presented here is not medical advice and should in no way take the place of medical advice from your doctor. This article does not represent the opinions or views of Factoidz.com. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-8.jpg http://factoidz.com/good-places-for-young-adults-to-volunteer/ http://factoidz.com/good-places-for-young-adults-to-volunteer/ Volunteering as a teenager can serve many purposes. It can help add to your college applications, help develop certain skills, and it can also give you that heart warming feeling at the end of your shift when you feel like you've really helped someone out. Volunteering is something that everyone sh... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/good-places-for-young-adults-to-volunteer.jpg http://factoidz.com/planning-a-fun-filled-day-of-activities-for-your-kids/ http://factoidz.com/planning-a-fun-filled-day-of-activities-for-your-kids/ In my opinion, kids are actually entertained very easily. All it takes is your time, cooperation, and maybe a little cash. Not too much money though. With kids, a little money can go a long way. Outdoor activities turn a toddler into the happiest kid around. Take them to the park to swing on the ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/planning-a-fun-filled-day-of-activities-for-your-kids.jpg http://factoidz.com/fun-day-trips-for-toddlers/ http://factoidz.com/fun-day-trips-for-toddlers/ Spending time with your toddler can be and should be the best part of your day. But, with the tantrums and hissy fits that accompany most toddlers, it may be hard to hone in on those 'precious moments'. Your toddler needs to be constantly enterta... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/fun-day-trips-for-toddlers.jpg http://factoidz.com/controlling-hearburn-or-acid-reflux-while-youre-pregnant/ http://factoidz.com/controlling-hearburn-or-acid-reflux-while-youre-pregnant/ Heartburn during pregnancy can be an awful experience. It usually starts in the first trimester and for it it only got worse through delivery, and continued for a couple months after delivery. There's that unpleasant burning sensation in your throat and chest, and a strange sour taste in your mouth ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/controlling-hearburn-or-acid-reflux-while-youre-pregnant.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-send-your-kid-to-college-without-going-broke/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-send-your-kid-to-college-without-going-broke/ Nowadays going to college is important for any young man or women, but the price for an education is still a huge project. If you are concerned about making the payments to send your child to college take a look at some of the options for saving on college expenses. Are student loans a good ide... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-send-your-kid-to-college-without-going-broke.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-throw-a-birthday-party-on-a-budget/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-throw-a-birthday-party-on-a-budget/ We all want to make our children's birthdays exciting and memorable, but when we are struggling just to pay the bills things can seem overwhelming.  Relax you don't have to spend a million dollars to make a birthday special.  Birthdays aren't about how much you spend and how extravagant they are, ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST parenting http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-throw-a-birthday-party-on-a-budget.jpg