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5 Tips For Moms Going Back to Work

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

When you have made the decision to go back to work after being a stay-at-home mother for a long period of time (one year or more), there are several things that you ca..

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  • Posted on 05-08-2010
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  • Rating 4.0 (24 votes)

Celebrating the Meaning of Hanukkah

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that is celebrated many for eight consecutive days.  This December Hanukkah will be celebrated from December 22nd through the 29th. How it Began Many people know that Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and that it involves having t..

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  • Posted on 12-07-2009
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  • Rating 4.3 (22 votes)

Getting Your Baby To Sleep Through the Night

by LestoutGuides
Parenting Choices

Every new parent would love to have their newborn sleep through the night as soon as possible. There are many things that parents have to do for the newborn baby that are really exhausting. There are ways to encourage your baby to sleep through the night and it is good to experiment with a few te..

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  • Posted on 11-22-2009
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  • Rating 5.3 (45 votes)

5 Tips to Finding Quality Childcare

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

Working outside the home can cause some stress  for your spouse and you when you have to look for childcare.  You don't just want anyone watching your precious little one, but someone that will truly provide quality childcare in a loving and nurturing manner.  When my family moved ..

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  • Posted on 07-19-2009
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  • Rating 5.0 (34 votes)

Top 10 Tips to Toilet Training Your Toddler

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

Parents become excited when their toddler starts the new adventure of becoming potty trained.  It is important not to become too excited before your child is ready to become potty trained.  Remember each child is ready when he or she is ready.  As parents it's hard to contain ou..

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  • Posted on 07-17-2009
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  • Rating 5.1 (30 votes)

Fourth of July Activities and Ideas

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

The school year is almost over and many children as well as their parents are already planning for the summer. Fourth of July is a popular holiday among most families. There are many things that you and your child can do to prepare for it. {addcenter} Fourth of July Activity ..

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  • Posted on 07-01-2009
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  • Rating 5.3 (21 votes)

The Pros and Cons of Working From Home

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

Many mom s stay at home with their children while working from home.  It may seem like a tough juggling act, but as with any type of job there are pros and cons.  It is important that you look at both to make the right decision for your family and you.  The Pros ..

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  • Posted on 06-26-2009
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  • Rating 5.0 (18 votes)

Five Money Making Businesses for Stay At Home Moms

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

As a stay-at-home mother I am trying to find ways to bring in a little extra money to help support our family of six.  I decided a year ago to stay at home with my four children due to the high cost of childcare as well as having a difficult time finding quality childcare.  At this time..

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  • Posted on 06-26-2009
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  • Rating 5.3 (24 votes)

Parenting Tip - What To Do If Your Child Cheats at School

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

Children are expected to learn more or acquire more knowledge at a younger age.  I remember when I went to kindergarten I learned my letters, colors, and numbers while I was there.  Now children are expected to know them before they enter kindergarten.  Some parents may blame these..

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  • Posted on 06-21-2009
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  • Rating 4.0 (40 votes)

Book Review: BIG Book of Kids Crafts

by criswellt
Parenting Choices

When the school year has ended, many children and their parents look forward to the summer.  Usually in the middle of summer as parents we starting hearing the infamous words from our children, "I'm bored."  There are a lot of things that your child can do during the summer.&n..

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  • Posted on 06-20-2009
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  • Rating 5.7 (41 votes)

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