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ADD / ADHD Children : Being Your Child's Best Friend
Do you live with an ADD / ADHD child? If so-- my hat is off to you! ADD / ADHD children are brilliant, full of energy, smart as a whip (as grandma says), and tons of work. They are also the rising sun and the setting star: meaning much of life...
The John Wayne vs Apron String Approach to Parenting
My husband and I have different views on parenting.
He likes to recount a scene from an old John Wayne movie, "Hondo", where a young boy doesn't know how to swim. Raised solely by his mother who was never able to teach him, the boy was afraid of...
Vacation Values
The family vacation is a tradition intended to bring families closer together and one that many of us would just not think of giving up. Quality time for the family reinforces the importance of family values. It's sort of a "time out" from the day...
Birthstone Jewelry Beliefs And Celebrity Birthdays
Wearing birthstone jewelry is very popular today. Not only is it fashionable; somehow, it also makes the item feel more personal and part of the wearer’s personality. Almost all gems are believed to be imbued with some special sort of power and this...
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If You are Having a Party for Your Child...
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Written By:
Natasha Kravchenko
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1.Think of your child's current interest (movies, books, toys, games, anything he is into). You may discuss it with the kid, but keep in mind that the younger the child is, the more "impulsive" the answer can be.
2. Plan well in advance.
DATE. If the birthday is too booked with other events (grandma's visits, adult celebrations etc.), better choose another day or even another weekend. It is every child's dream to have more than one birthday a year. Give them this chance!
TIME. Make sure the time of your party does not interfere with your child's routine schedule (naps, meal times, etc.).
3. Evaluate your own availability. If you cannot afford to put together an entertainment program for the children on your own, call a professional children's entertainer. Look for a warm, engaging person who has strong leadership skills and an aptitude for organizing lots of - continued below ...
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kids. To choose the right one ask the following questions: How interactive is their party program ? Are all children involved ? Will they customize the party for your child ? Do they provide extra services (i.e. arts and crafts, party supplies, etc.) Make sure the money you spend is worth the fun the children get.
4. Order online or buy in a party store the proper party supplies .
5. Birthday cake. It's even more important how it looks than how it tastes.
6. After all the guests are gone, all the presents are opened, do not forget to cuddle up with your child and talk to him/her about the party. Discuss the best games, roles, funniest moments, emotions. Make the warm feeling stay long after the party is over.
About the Author
Natasha Kravchenko runs Ladushki.com, a NJ children party company and Educational Toys Planet.
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Aghhh! My Cat Has Got Fleas...
So, how come my cat has got fleas?
Cats that are allowed outside pick up fleas by socializing with other cats or just by walking through territory where other cats have been.
Think that your indoor only cat is safe? Not so, fleas can travel...
Growing Good People
At age seven months in the womb, humans begin language coordination in response to what they hear through the mother’s belly wall. Some 52 muscles learn to respond to the various phonemes (a basic language sound like 'b' in boy and 'm' in man) of...
The Perfect Birthday Present for that Little Girl (No Batteries Required)
The Dilemma As a mom of a five-year-old girl, I have attended countless birthday parties in the past few years. With each event, comes the inevitable trip to the toy store to find an appropriate gift for the child of honor. I began to dread the...
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