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Don’t Forget About You

Rachel — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:25:22 +0000

by Kevin Greene

It is easy to get caught up in all of the responsibilities of being a parent and forget that you need taking care of too. Parenting can be very demanding can consume every aspect of your life. Being constantly on the go can lead to an increase of your stress levels. Increased stress can have an effect on many aspects of your life. Stress can lead to exhaustion, weight gain, depression, hair loss, problems in your relationships, and more. Taking a few minutes a day, a night a week, or a whole day on a regular basis can aide in reducing your stress levels.

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How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dental Appointment

Rachel — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:01:44 +0000

by Patrick Toms

Is there anything scarier to a child than a stranger poking around in their mouth? Ok, probably, but let’s be honest; very few people get terribly excited about a trip to the dentist. The good news is that with the first one a child has no idea what to expect. Because this is the maiden voyage you, as a parent, are in the perfect position to not only reduce the anxiety factor of a child’s first dental visit but to also set the stage for good oral hygiene in the future.

Make Yourself a Homework Kit

Rachel — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:01:58 +0000

by Michelle Dudley

Four o’clock has arrived, and you know what that means…it’s homework time. You are ripping through the house looking for that pencil, you know you have one somewhere. Where’s that pencil sharpener at? Ten minutes have past and…yes finally found one! Time to get back to that homework. Panic! I need a calculator! Where’s it at? Found it, only to discover that it needs batteries…Darn this house…I cannot find anything! If your study sessions go anything like the one just described, then here are a few suggestions to help you finish your homework with as little pain as possible.

Preparing Your High Schooler for College

Rachel — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:40:29 +0000

by Adria Saracino

“The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: To kon wwisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth – Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance, to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction”. (Proverbs 1:1-7)

Family-Friendly Hikes

Rachel — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:11:17 +0000

by Adria Saracino

It could be that your family already harbors a passion for outdoor pursuits, or perhaps you’re making fresh attempts to enthuse your little ones about getting out and about in the countryside. Either way, there can be no question that hiking is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend some real quality time together as a family, while also giving everyone a good workout.

Book Review: “Another Place at the Table”

Rachel — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:42:50 +0000

by Rachel Paxton

If you are new to foster parenting, or even thinking about becoming a foster parent, then I highly recommend the book Another Place at the Table by Kathy Harrison. I was really proud of myself…while searching for this book online I realized that they had a copy of it at our local library, so I reserved myself a copy and then read the whole book in two days.

Becoming a Foster Parent in Washington (WA) State

Rachel — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:08:59 +0000

by Rachel Paxton

If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, you can either sign up through a private agency, or through your state department of social and health services. For Washington State, you can find what you need to know here.

The Road to Foster Parenting

Rachel — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:26:04 +0000

by Rachel Paxton

Next month I will be attending necessary training classes to become a foster parent. A couple of months ago I would never thought it would be possible. Everything has happened so fast.

Fall Toddler Craft: Thumbprint Leaves

Rachel — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:51:19 +0000

by Rachel Paxton

This fall craft is similar to a thumbprint leaf craft my older boys did a couple of years ago at library story time.

The craft they did at the library used a photocopy drawing of a tree and ink pads, but this craft uses construction paper and craft paints instead. This craft is great for toddlers and preschoolers, but suitable for older children also. When I showed my older boys what their 2-year-old brother had made, they told me they made the same thing in art class in first grade.

5 Ways to Encourage Your Kids to Read Books

Rachel — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:35:53 +0000

by Amy C

The love for reading is one of the best gifts we can give our children. Studies show that kids who love to read are more confident and emotionally secure about themselves. They also tend to have a higher emotional and intelligence quotient compared to those who don’t read habitually.

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