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A foster child will arrive with a foster carer with many issues that need to be resolved in order for them to learn, thrive and develop. What can complicate matters are attachment difficulties. But what is attachment disorder and how do foster carers spot the signs? When a child falls and scrapes his or her…
In the modern day, when children present with headaches, they are usually believed to be primary headaches, whether they be tension or migraine related. This can lead to signs of meningismus being ignored and or not followed through on in the majority of cases, and so doctors proceed from the idea that the neurological side of…
The trouble with children nowadays is that they seem to be up-to-date with whatever might be coming out in terms of products that are cool and, sometimes, absolutely worthless when it comes to how they can enrich their lives. If you’ve ever found yourself in difficulty while trying to tell whether one type of present…
It can be difficult designing the best children’s bedroom. After all, it will have been so long ago since you were a child that you might have completely forgotten the kind of things that kids want in their rooms. You could ask your children what their own ideas are but they might come up with…
Telling your child that a loved one has mesothelioma can feel like the hardest job in the world. There are nearly 2,000 new mesothelioma patients in the US every year according to this resource survivingmesothelioma.com/mesothelioma/ and your family could soon be touched by this fatal disease. It’s expected that more and more cases are…
It’s hard to believe my daughter is already 10 years old. It doesn’t seem like I’ve been a mom that long, but I guess I have! It’s bittersweet watching her grow up into a beautiful girl, and eventually a beautiful woman. One thing I’m not ready to give up yet is dressing her up in…
As you probably already realize, diabetes is a universal disease that can impact pretty much anyone and everyone. Even if you go to great lengths to keep yourself in tiptop shape, there is a possibility that your offspring could be impacted by this illness. However, you should realize that diabetes in children is not a…
As a parent, you are probably always constantly worried about the health of your child. With that being said, you have probably seen or heard all the news reports about one-third of the children in the United States being overweight and out of shape. Unfortunately, childhood obesity has truly become an epidemic, but who is…
Some say that it is never a good idea to cut costs on education. But there are ways of paying less and giving your children the knowledge they need. For example, you can save money on tutoring and teach your children a foreign language yourself. It is not as complicated as it sounds. I did…
Cooking can be a joyful experience for both the parent and the children. If you are a parent or a grandparent, it is advised to start building this habit of cooking and using the kitchen equipment in the right way in front of your children to show them how things work in the kitchen. Doing…
Today mobile phones have become important modes of communication. Parents are allowing their kids to carry iPhones so that they can call them and check their safety and know whether they are fine. It is also possible for the kids to inform their parents in case of a medical emergency or if they want…
* Guest Post by Tabitha Gits Have you just found out that your child has autism? You are not alone; many parents are in the same boat as you and are dealing with a child on the autistic spectrum. Here are some helpful tips that will prevent you from going crazy: Pace Yourself You are about…
What child does not love the anticipation of Easter? The arrival of the Easter bunny with a basket of goodies brings excitement and a sense of magic to boys and girls of all ages. If you’re planning an Easter party for children, you’ll want to bring as much of that magic to life as possible….
One of my favorite and equally least favorite things to do as a mother is to dress my kids up for the holidays and take their picture! It’s so cute and such a great memory of they cooperate, but as all parents know, it’s a living hell if they don’t! Everyone once in a while,…
Hiring a qualified and trustworthy nanny will take a load off your mind and free up your schedule. Whether you’re a work-from-home professional or a stay-at-home mother earning your master’s degree, bringing a nanny into your household will enable you to carve out some free time for yourself or meet other commitments outside the…
If it’s time for you to update your child’s closet, now is the time to locate the perfect clothing company from which to attain her or his shoes, pants, accessories, etc. Luckily, there are several simple strategies you can employ to ensure that you find the ideal items for your child. Here are three of…