302 articles on "parents"

Caring For Baby’s Clothes

Caring For Baby’s Clothes by: Kirsten Hawkins New parents are full of concerns about what regular household activities may pose a threat or present problems for their newest family member. At some point the question about the best ways to wash...

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Teenage Alcoholism - Contribution Factors and Why it is Rampant Among Teenagers

The number of teens involved in the excessive consumption of alcohol is growing. Another tragic statistical fact is that kids as young as 12 years old are already learning to drink alcohol as if it was just soda. Parents are already alarmed with the...

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Easing the Financial Burden for Caregivers

It's natural to ignore the consequences of spending large sums of money with all the emotional and medical aspects that arise while caring for elderly parents. Too often adult children dig themselves into debt or forgo their own savings and reti...

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It's Not My Fault....Whose Responsibility Is It Anyway?

It amazes me, how often during a week, I hear "It's not my fault, it's not my responsibility". It seems that in today's society no one wants to take responsibility for anything. Parents don't or won't take the responsibilit...

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Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It?

Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It? by: Frank McGinty It used to strike me as odd - but really, it makes perfect sense. If you are a regular flier, or have flown recently, you'll know what I mean. The 'plane is taxiing along for take...

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Understanding Parenting Arrangements For Children After Divorce

By nature, divorce can be unpleasant. Add children to the mix and the situation becomes even more complex. It's not surprising, therefore that shared care and the legal arrangements for children after a divorce can be tricky. The parenting arr...

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Children Need Their Grandparents

The courts have long accepted that grandparents have an important role to play in the upbringing of children. Unfortunately however the Children Act 1989 does not give any particular rights or recognition to grandparents. The Act places every emphasi...

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Why Modern Moms Are Going Back to the Basics – The Evolution of the Cloth Diaper

Why Modern Moms Are Going Back to the Basics – The Evolution of the Cloth Diaper by: Tiffany Washko Having a baby is one of the most exciting times of your life. It is also one of the most stressful. So many decisions have to be made about nea...

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Creative Ideas for Easing Separation Anxiety

Creative Ideas for Easing Separation Anxiety by: Nicole Brekelbaum Does your child exhibit separation anxiety at daycare drop-off? Do you spend more than fifteen minutes struggling to calm your child's fears? You are not alone. All parents ...

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Parents - What Kind of Role Model Are You?

Parents - What Kind of Role Model Are You? by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Are you being the person you want your children to be? Many parents today really try to be better parents than their parents were. They attempt to be there for their children - ...

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