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3 Rs in Marriage - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Yes, I'm back with the alphabetical marriage blogs. Today it's Rs turn. And I've got three critical Rs. Aretha got it right when she sang about it and it should be a key ingredient in marriage - respect.

Baby Bathtubs - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
When our daughter was born, we didn't give her a bath for a long time. We for sure didn't want her to get the usual bath most newborns get within hours of being born.

Comparing Yourself to Others - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
One of the most difficult challenges that we can face in trying to lose weight is to compare ourselves to others. We notice how much better our friends look. We can't help but see how "that girl" looks so good wearing something and you know you would never look half as good.

Folic Acid in Foods - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Vitamins are best absorbed from their natural sources: food! One of the most important vitamins a pregnant woman needs is folic acid. The American Pregnancy Association recommends that all women of childbearing age get about 400 micrograms of folic acid every day.

Runaway Toddlers - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
There must be other parents out there with runaway toddlers. I know I am one. My son disappeared for ten minutes in a store when he went shopping with his grandparents. Anytime my son has the opportunity to get free, he runs off.

Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
I am beginning to suspect that I will soon need to embrace the idea of the princess. Recently, my daughter went to a princess birthday party and returned with a lot of princess-related material. She's showing definite signs of princess-interest.

Yoga for Strength Training - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
When most people think about strength training, weights are the first physical activity that comes to mind. Yoga is an effective tool for people interested in making the muscles stronger and more toned. Many people combine yoga with weight training for an effective exercise regimen.

The Magic of "No" Part II: The Volunteer Who Couldn't - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Last week I talked about the mystical powers of the word "no.

Enjoying the Shadows - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Yesterday my son and I ventured outside to enjoy the relatively enjoyable temperature, the sunshine, and some free time together. Since the weather has been uncharacteristically cold and snowy for this part of the country we haven't been spending as much time outside as we'd like.

Not the Way You Want to Start Your Vacation - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
"Hope for the Best. Expect the worst." I think Mel Brooks helped make those words famous. Or maybe it was the person, who typed them up on small pieces of white paper, and stuck them into fortune cookies. Either way the idiom often becomes my mantra when traveling with children.

My Cute Cake Adventures - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
When spring comes, I typically don't start thinking about growing things in the garden, but rather creating things in the kitchen, specifically cakes. We have a lot of birthdays in the spring and summer in this family, and everyone expects a special cake.

Cleaning Outdoor Furniture 2 - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
No matter what your outdoor furniture is made out of, it could probably use a bit of cleaning right about now. Personally, we have a mix of different types of furniture, depending on use: oiled wood, painted wood, fabric and even plastic. All of these types require different methods of cleaning.

St. Patrick's Day Fun for the Entire Family - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas, kids, and second cousins once removed, can all get in on St. Patrick's Day fun with the following simple ideas. The first is an easy craft project that will ensure that no one in the family will get pinched for not wearing green.

Recipes for Busy Moms - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Aren't all moms busy? I don't know a mom out there who would turn down help in the kitchen at mealtime.

Stay Away from BPA - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
We already know that BPA is dangerous. It has been linked to fertility problems, cancer, and sexual dysfunction in men, among other defects. There has been a big push to remove BPA from the plastics that we come in contact with every day.

Inversion Is Not for Everyone - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Inversion -- hanging or otherwise positioning yourself upside down -- can be beneficial for your health. Sometimes called the "perfect stretch", inversion can reverse pressure on muscles, joints, and organs. However, inversion may not be right for everyone.

Intimacy and Desire in Marriage - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Today I have something a bit different for the marriage blog. I have a book review Intimacy and Desire Awaken the Passion in Your Relationship by Dr David Schnarch Paperback $35.00 This book raises several interesting and, I dare to suggest, controversial issues.

DIY Baby Proofing: I did it! - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
As my daughter becomes more and more mobile, I am increasingly aware of all of the hazards in our apartment. There are exposed outlets, breakable knick knacks, and garbage cans within reach. A major hazard is our TV stand.

Miyazaki: Master of Animation, Pt. 1 - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
"It's just a wonderful world that (Miyazaki) creates that's just so different from anything you see out there today.

Scrapbookers Block - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
We have all heard of writers block. I have been known to suffer from it myself. Less known is what I call scrapbookers block. It's similar to writers block. You are ready to scrapbook. You have all of your pictures and supplies out, ready to go, but then suddenly you are stuck.

Tips From FamilyResources.Com

All Natural Birth Control Options
For those less interested in conventional birthcontrol, here are some home remedies you may wish to consider.  No birth control method is 100% effective.

When To Start Baby On Solids.
Has your baby been watching you intently as you eat? Often, when a baby begins to become curious about the foods his parents are consuming, it is a sign that baby is ready to start trying solids foods themselves.

Refinancing your Home Mortgage Loan: Top 5 reasons

There are many good reasons to consider refinancing your home mortgage loan.  Consider our top 5.

What to Expect during Labor and Delivery
Each pregnancy is different, but it pays to be educated about your labor and delivery in advance.

What is considered a Full Term Pregnancy?
Most women do not give birth on the exact date determined by their doctor.  So what is a fullterm pregnancy and what should you expect?

Newborns: Bringing baby home

Taking your newborn home from hospital can be a joyous but also anxiety-provoking experience, as Julie Fletcher explains.

Ectopic Pregnancy: Can I Carry to Term?
It is usually not possible to carry to term in an ectopic pregnancy, as Julie Fletcher explains.

Am I in labor?
If you are preparing for labor, you've probably thought plenty about the process ahead.

Can Women Get Pregnant With Tied Tubes?

When a woman elects to get her fallopian tubes tied, this procedure is difficult to reverse.  It is possible, however, to become pregnant after tube tying.

Your 6th Month Of Pregnancy
Two thirds of the way into your pregnancy?  Here's what to expect and think about this month in your sixth month of pregnancy.   

Six good alternatives to spanking

Consider these six points before you spank your child.  Sometimes, there are other ways to get your child to change behaviour.

Your Third Month Of Pregnancy
Reached your third month of pregnancy?  You should be starting to adapt to pregnancy, but here are some things to look out for during your third month.

Your Second Month Of Pregnancy

Is this your second month of pregnancy?  Here are some tips for what to expect during this pregnancy stage.

Your First Month of Pregnancy
Is it your first month of pregnancy?  Here's some advice on what to expect.

Your Fourth Month Of Pregnancy
Are you in your fourth month of pregnancy?  Here's what to expect.

Tips From Parenting4Dummies.Com

Child Parenting Is The Toughest But Most Rewarding Job In The World - Mon, 26 Feb 2007
Child parenting can be the most difficult job in the world, but it can also be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

Step Parenting And The Problems Of Sharing Authority - Tue, 27 Feb 2007
Step parents are often caught between the biological parent and the children and establishing a role requires both time and very careful handling.

Parenting Teenagers And The Dilemmas of Teaching Them Responsibility - Wed, 28 Feb 2007
One of the most difficult parenting tasks is to teach your children to take responsibility for their actions. However, an understanding of the mechanics of learning responsibility from the child's perspective will go a long way towards making this job easier.

A Few Special Considerations When It Comes To Only Child Parenting - Thu, 01 Mar 2007
Only child parenting means that parents must be especially careful to ensure that their child is provided with the opportunity to interact with other children in order to develop the inter-personal skills that will be needed later in life.

Only Child Parenting And Getting The Balance Right - Fri, 02 Mar 2007
Only child parenting requires its own special set of skills and, although the child is neither advantaged nor disadvantaged by being an only child, there are a number of considerations to ensure that he has a balanced upbringing.

Is The Science Of Parenting Fact Or Fiction? - Sat, 03 Mar 2007
We often talk about the science of parenting and this article examines whether or not parenting science is fact or fiction.

The Only Child And The Family Situation - Sun, 04 Mar 2007
The family situation can bring particular problems when it comes to only child parenting and parentns and wider family members need to be aware of these.

10 Tips For Successful Divorced Parenting - Mon, 05 Mar 2007
10 tips to ensure the best possible outcome for your children following divorce.

Divorce And The Needs Of The Children - Wed, 07 Mar 2007
The rollercoaster ride of divorce can be a traumatic time for children and particular care is needed to meet the needs of your children.

5 Tips For Parents Who Are Contemplating Divorce - Fri, 09 Mar 2007
Divorce can be an extremely difficult time for children and care is needed to ensure that any detrimental affect on the children is kept to a minimum.

When Parents Disagree It Is Often The Children Who Suffer Most - Sat, 10 Mar 2007
Disagreements between parents are common and can be very damaging for children. However, if handled correctly, they can not only strengthen a marriage but provide a valuable training ground for your children.

Child Parenting Advice On Divorce and Children - Sun, 11 Mar 2007
Divorce is rarely a painless process and is frequently a time when emotions are running high and there is a great deal on anger in the air. The way in which parents deal with anger and hostility is critical for the wellbeing of the children.

The Pros And Cons Of Single Parenting - Mon, 12 Mar 2007
Single parenting can be daunting and certainly presents a number of challenges. Nevertheless, these are balanced by numerous advantages which can make single parenthood particularly rewarding.

Parenting And Discipline In The Modern World - Tue, 13 Mar 2007
Discipline is a necessary part of parenting but the subject of parenting and discipline has been hotly debated in recent years, often leaving parents confused about just how to discipline their children.

The Right Way To Communicate With Your Children - Wed, 14 Mar 2007
Communication is central to all our lives but is perhaps never more important than when it comes to communicating with our children. Communication is not however always easy and there is a right way and a wrong way to go about it.

Teaching Your Children To Be Independent - Fri, 16 Mar 2007
When children leave home they face to challenges of independent living and their success depends in no small measure on how good a job we as parents do in teaching them to be independent.

Teaching Your Children About Strangers - Sat, 17 Mar 2007
One of our main responsibilities as parents is keeping our children safe and free from harm. Today, amongst other things, this means teaching our children about the dangers posed by strangers.

Teenage Discipline Requires A Sense Of Objectivity - Sun, 18 Mar 2007
Discipline and punishment, especially teenage discipline, presents many parents with considerably difficulty and is one area of parenting which, if you get it wrong, can lead you into trouble very quickly.

The Role Of Fathers In Child Parenting - Sun, 18 Mar 2007
The role of fathers within the family unit has changed considerably over the years and it is not perhaps as easy as we might think to define the role of a father in the modern family unit.

Adoption And The Challenges Which It Poses - Mon, 19 Mar 2007
Several million children in the United States today are adopted and there is little doubt that adoption presents parents with a unique challenge. However, if you meet this challenge head on and overcome it, then the rewards can be very great indeed.

Dealing With Family Sibling Rivalry - Mon, 19 Mar 2007
Many parents know the problems posed by family sibling rivalry only too well and the solution lies in knowing when to intervene and when to leave well alone.

The Role Of Grandparents In The Parenting Equation - Wed, 21 Mar 2007
Grandparents can be a boon and a blessing, especially to new parents, but they can also bring a raft of problems into an already difficult situation. The secret is to learn the art of getting grandparents to work with you rather than against you.

The Challenge Of Dealing With Difficult Children - Sat, 24 Mar 2007
Parenting is not always easy and when it comes to dealing with a difficult child the challenges can often seem overwhelming. Whatever the reason for a child's bad behavior, the solution will usually involve a great deal of time and hard work.

When Teaching Children Should You Let Nature Take Its Course Or Intervene? - Sun, 01 Apr 2007
The role of parents in teaching children about the consequences of their actions is not always an easy one and one of the difficult choices we face is whether to intervene to teach our children a particular lesson or to simply stand back and let them learn from their own experience.

Teaching Children At Home - Wed, 04 Apr 2007
Parents devote a great deal of time and energy to selecting the right school for their children. This is great but it can also result in parents neglecting the vital skill of teaching children at home.

Preparing Your Child For That First Preschool Day - Fri, 06 Apr 2007
A child's first day at preschool marks a milestone in the child's life and can be a very worrying time parents. However, with a little bit of forethought and some careful preparation this big day will go off just fine.

Teaching Your Teenager The Value Of Money - Sat, 08 Sep 2007
One thing that can cause more difficulties within families than practically anything else is money and it is vitally important that we teach our teenagers how to handle money wisely.

Helping Your Teenager To Cope With The Problem Of Teen Acne - Wed, 12 Sep 2007
Most of us have suffered from the problems of teenage acne and know only too well just how devastating the appearance of that first pimple can be. As parents however there is a lot that we can do to help our teenagers to cross this hurdle.

Tips For Parents On Coping with Teenage Dating - Sun, 23 Sep 2007
Tips on preparing yourself and your teenage children for the day when that first teen date arrives.

The Importance Of Teaching Teens That It Is Alright To Say No - Wed, 24 Oct 2007
Many teens believe that dating and sex are one and the same thing and an extremely important role for parents is to dispel this myth and set them on the right path.

10 Tips For Parenting Teenagers - Wed, 06 Feb 2008
10 simple tips to help in parenting teenagers from establishing rules and a system of discipline to providing a sound role model.

10 Mistakes Made When Parenting Teenagers - Fri, 08 Feb 2008
Parenting teenagers is not easy and in the article we look at 10 mistakes which are commonly made by parents today.

Teen Advice About Sex - It Is Okay to Say No - Thu, 20 Mar 2008
A look at how to give your teen advice about sex and teach him or her that it is alright to simply say no.