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Childhood Bipolar or ADHD? A Difficult Diagnosis Even For Experts

Posted August 13, 2010 - 21:00 by Debbie Dragon

Health, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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The medical community is now realizing that bipolar disorder may not affect only adults, but is a condition that can start in childhood.

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Preventing Childhood Obesity

Posted June 24, 2010 - 08:51 by Debbie Dragon

Health, Nutrition

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The number of things you have to worry about when raising children seems to increase with each passing year. Raising children to be educated, well adjusted, productive members of society is one of the most challenging goals to accomplish, yet everyday millions of parents across the United States and throughout the world rise to the challenge.

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How to Manage Kids' TV Time

Posted June 24, 2010 - 08:24 by Debbie Dragon

Home Life, Entertainment

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Kids of all ages should be monitored when using various forms of media. Parents understand this concept when dealing with cell phones, Internet usage and social media applications however the trusty old television set is often viewed as a safe distraction for children and adolescents.

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The Importance of Arts Education for Children

Posted June 23, 2010 - 10:56 by Debbie Dragon

Education, Entertainment, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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Arts education is one of the most important areas of child development, but has to justify its relevance to learning to share shrinking budgets.

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Bedtime Battles: Here's How to Win

Posted June 17, 2010 - 06:34 by Debbie Dragon

Discipline, Home Life, New Parents, Pre School, K-8

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As a parent you know the value of sleep and how important getting enough rest is to the health and happiness of both your children and yourself. Here are a few tips to help parents win common bedtime battles.

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Rules for the Road: Family Vacation Tips

Posted June 16, 2010 - 05:42 by Debbie Dragon

Entertainment

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As the days grow longer and the weather warmer, many families are gearing up for annual summer vacations. Whether your vacation destination is 50 or 5,000 miles from home, there are certain road rules that apply to all parents traveling with children.

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Transitioning to a New Preschool

Posted June 7, 2010 - 18:23 by Debbie Dragon

Education, Pre School

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To help your child feel less apprehensive and make the transition to a new preschool less traumatic, consider the following tips.

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Link Between Over-Protective Parents and Neurotic Kids

Posted June 7, 2010 - 09:01 by Debbie Dragon

Home Life, Social Skills

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Helicopter parenting results in children who are less accepting of new ideas, anxious, and more self-conscious than children who do not have hovering parents.

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Tips for Choosing a Summer Camp

Posted April 30, 2010 - 10:21 by Debbie Dragon

Education, Entertainment, K-8, Extra Curricular

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Summer is just around the corner, and if you are contemplating sending your kids to summer camp, you will want to start looking now. Many camps fill up early and the sooner you make a decision the better. Whether you plan to use camp as an alternative to summer day care or as a means for your child to learn and have fun, here are some tips to choosing one that will be a perfect fit for you and your child.

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Autism Assistance Programs Facing Funding Cuts Nationwide

Posted April 5, 2010 - 15:28 by Debbie Dragon

Diseases & Disorders

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Many states are currently in the process of making cuts in funding to special assistance programs available for families with Autistic and Special Needs children. Some states are even taking the extreme action of completely eliminating those assistance programs.

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Healthy Eating Tips for Your Kids

Posted February 18, 2010 - 20:13 by Debbie Dragon

Health, Nutrition

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Proper nourishment is important for growth and development and starting good eating habits early helps to foster great eating habits throughout your child’s lifetime. Here are some tips on how to get started.

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Tips For Eating Out With Young Children

Posted February 17, 2010 - 03:00 by Debbie Dragon

Social Skills, Etiquette

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Eating out with young children can be a daunting experience. Will your child behave or will they have a meltdown in the middle of your meal? Will they throw their food at the person sitting next to you? Here are some ideas to make eating out with your child a little easier.

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Different Types of Preschools

Posted January 26, 2010 - 12:36 by Debbie Dragon

Pre School

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When it comes time to choose a preschool for your child, the choices can be overwhelming. The first step of the process, for most parents, is to decide what type of preschool they will want their child to attend. There are a variety of different teaching styles available. Here is a look at some of the more common pre-school philosophies to consider.

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Building a Child’s Self Confidence

Posted January 14, 2010 - 09:44 by Debbie Dragon

Social Skills, Learning Tools, K-8, High School

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Having great self esteem is perhaps one of the most important traits a child can have. It is what makes a child feel wanted and loved. It is what gives them the ability to foster relationships, develop skills and sets the groundwork for lifelong independence, learning and achievements. Here are some tips that parents, caregivers and teachers can draw upon to help foster self esteem in children.

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Picking The Right Preschool

Posted January 13, 2010 - 13:11 by Debbie Dragon

Education, Pre School

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Choosing the right pre-school for your child can take some careful planning and consideration. While, generally, you won’t have the choice of where your child will attend primary school, there could be countless preschools in your area to decide between. Here are some things to consider as you begin your search.

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How to Raise Financially Savvy Kids

Posted December 13, 2009 - 12:00 by Debbie Dragon

Finances, Education

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As parents we are often faced with the difficult decisions that could have lasting effects in our child's life. Many times we are forced to make choices without really knowing the potential fallout if we choose the wrong path. Fortunately there is one area of child rearing that most of us can agree on, and that is the absolute necessity of how to teach children to be financially savvy.

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Start Your Own Holiday Family Traditions

Posted December 6, 2009 - 23:09 by Debbie Dragon

Home Life, New Parents

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During the countless shopping and wrapping sprees are good times to think about family holiday traditions. Your family may have traditions that have been carried on for decades or maybe, if you’re a newlywed or first-time parents, it’s time to start your own family traditions.

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Family Savings During the Christmas Season

Posted November 30, 2009 - 14:27 by Debbie Dragon

Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Entertainment

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All the shopping and preparations can be overwhelming and stressful on you and your budget. Put your worries aside by following some of these easy tips on how a family can find savings during this Christmas season:

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Family Savings For Thanksgiving

Posted November 20, 2009 - 10:37 by Debbie Dragon

Finances, Entertainment, Nutrition

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As autumn’s brilliant colors fall off their trees, we begin our Thanksgiving preparations. Whether you’re planning for a large or small crowd, there are many ways for a family to save money over this Thanksgiving holiday.

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Help Kids Learn the Value of a Dollar

Posted November 8, 2009 - 22:23 by Debbie Dragon

Chores, Finances, Learning Tools, K-8, High School

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Children learn best from example –- and financial lessons are no exception to the rule. Even if your own money habits have not been the best, it's never too late to start educating your children (and yourself!) about money.

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