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Choosing a Baby NameSarah Mitchell Take Your Time The worst thing you could do when choosing a baby name is to rush into it. Settling for second best may affect you and your child for a lifetime! Dont commit yourself to the first name that you fancy. Keep searching until you find a name that you are 110% happy with. And dont forget that you dont need to have a name for your baby before birth. Some parents have been known to wait 2 or 3 weeks before deciding on that perfect name. What Does it Mean Some parents dont really care for the meaning of their babys name, where as others base their decision soley around it. But, in our opinion a quick check couldnt hurt. Do you really want your big strong boy to have a name that means "pretty flower" If you have a meaning in mind, but dont know what names contain that meaning, visit www.namestobe.com Spelling Try to make sure you dont choose a name that ends with the same letter that your last name begins with. This can sometimes make pronounciation a challenge. There are some exceptions to this rule, but in general it is best to keep it in mind when choosing a baby name. Try it for yourself and youll see what we mean. Letters like "l" and "s" are especially bad. Say it Out Loud Instead of refering to your unborn baby as he or she or "the baby", try using one of the names that you like for a week or so. Saying it out loud and using it in common sentences will give you a better idea of how much you really like the name. Dont forget, some names look great when written on paper, but sound terrible off the tongue.
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Tell them you wont sell their e-mail address and all their information will be kept confidential. 10 Simple Ways to Say, “I Love You” We’re teaching our kids to be consumers at an early age.Look at the number of superhero and product endorsement Valentines on the store shelves. Concerta: Benefits and Side Effects A number of ADHD medications are hitting the market, joining the old Ritalin standby. Concerta, in its relatively short existence, has already grabbed a sizeable portion of the ADHD medication market share. Mom Can I Have The Car Keys Parents find peace of mind with high-tech vehicle tracking system Do your kids have a “Safety Telephone Number”If not, you should get one for FREE! What is a “Safety Number” Are You Truly Thankful For Everything Thanksgiving is the time of year when we stop and are thankful for all our blessings. Of course, we should be thankful every day of the year. I want you to take a different look at Thanksgiving this year. You certainly can list all of your many blessings and be thankful. But, are you truly thankful for everything When Parents Disagree Moms and dads, are there times you think that parenting would be easier if you didnt have to make family decisionsHaving a partner that is not in agreement with your parenting ideas or discipline approaches is more than just frustrating.It can be a cause of division in even the best of relationships.Furthermore, how you handle your disagreements will have a direct impact on your relationship with your partner and with your children. Parenting This article on parenting is by a practicing relationship counsellor/therapist, and father. Talk Your Child Clever Most parents can hardly wait for their baby to say its first word. This usually happens between the nine months and a year. From about two years, the child should be able to use simple phrases, and by three he should be able to use full sentences. By four, he should be fully able to talk, although he may still make grammatical errors. By five, he should have acquired basic language. Birth of a Parent So you’re pregnant. Congratulations! Your life is about to change in ways you might find unthinkable and we’re not even talking about the surrender of your once slim waistline to proportions most comparable to that of a Dr. Suess character. Pregnancy is the beginning of a new life for a baby, but also a new life for you as a parent. If this is your first baby, you may be filled with an endless list of questions and concerns. If you’re a veteran of the labor and delivery room, you’ve got a better idea what to expect, yet every pregnancy, like every mother and child, is different. Oh Baby! You Can Make It Happen NC—Right from the beginning, a baby learns that certain actions within his or her environment can bring desired results. Typically the first sign of reinforcement comes from the babys parents. For example, a baby learns early on in the development stage that crying will result in a parent picking him up, feeding him or changing his diaper. “Renee’s Mommy is Here” I still remember the scene vividly. I was getting out of my car at the baby-sitter’s house and a little boy comes running out the door. The little boys begins to yell - “Renee’s Mommy is here!” I remember stopping in my tracks and thinking - “Oh, that is who I am now - Renee’s Mommy.” My whole identity is now Renee’s Mommy - or is it Mommy...Daddy...is there really a Santa Claus Is there really a Santa Claus Any parent who hasnt been faced with this question most likely will at some point. But how do you answer this No one wants to crush a childs dreams of Santa and holiday magic. Stuffed Toys that are Suitable and Safe. Adorable stuffed dogs are a favorite gift for dog lovers. Learn what to look for and what to Avoid. Getting Mama Out of the House Some mama’s I know are all over the mama get-together idea from the day they deliver their little bundle of joy. Scrapbooking, girls night out, dinner and drinks, shopping, even a movie are all perfect and deserving breaks. Other mothers, however, especially new mom’s find that the idea of a regular get together with her girlfriends can be just another added stress. How do I find the time or energy Can I leave the baby Do I deserve time away Family Life or How to Buy: Chair for a New Baby Even if your baby is just weeks old now, youll soon see how amazingly quickly she develops. Most expected parents want to buy their new baby the world.But you dont need to spend a lot of money.Before you blow the budget check out online sources for reviews and recommendation and then selectively purchase new items with safety. Go Online.Youll be able to find almost everything you need. Browse the bargain hunters guides like "Baby Bargains" and "Bargain Buys For Babys First Year". Consult websites: ConsumerReports.org and DrSpock.com. So buy the best quality you can afford. In The Crook Of My Arms His head is tilted back, mouth slightly open. His breath is slow and steady and his eyes almost all-closed but slightly open. His neck nestles over the crook of my arm and I stare at his face as he breathed in and breathed out. A feeling of overwhelming love washed over me. I was totally at peace as I watched my son sleep in my arms. What You Should Know About Scholarships When its time to go to college, the word "scholarship" is confusing for both students and parents.We automatically think about student loans, FAFSA, tuition and fees, EFC, grants, and work study.But what we dont realize is that knowing more about the scholarship process could save us thousands of dollars when trying to cover the cost of our kids education. |
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