Playdates have changed somewhat from the old fashioned days. Instead of children just knocking on doors and asking their friends to come and play, scheduled times are arranged for children to play together for a certain period of time. If you aren't familiar with playdates … [Read more...] about Inside Playdate Guide
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Talking to Your Daughter About Sex
Giving your daughter the sex talk can be one of the most nerve-wracking things you do as a parent. You have to make sure she understands it, you have to make sure she isn't totally grossed out, you have to make sure you tell her about it at the right time, you have to make sure … [Read more...] about Talking to Your Daughter About Sex
Making Sure Junior’s Backpack Isn’t Too Heavy
Every child who goes to school is likely to have a backpack. We even send our kindergarteners and preschoolers off with cute backpacks that are really more for show than for real function. As our kids get older they develop more and more of a need for those backpacks. By the … [Read more...] about Making Sure Junior’s Backpack Isn’t Too Heavy
Books to Read For Kindergarten Preparation
If your child is getting ready to start kindergarten, there are a number of things you can do to help them prepare. One of these things is to incorporate books about kindergarten into your normal reading routine. You don't need to make a big deal about the books, just read … [Read more...] about Books to Read For Kindergarten Preparation
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