Posted on: 05 June, 2007
Author: Dr. Melanie Beingessner
Many new breastfeeding moms discontinue breastfeeding because of well-intentioned but incorrect advice. Here are some of the most incorrect suggestions people can make and how to cope. Learning to breastfeed can be a difficult and frustrating time for first-time mothers and their babies. Under the best circumstances, most of us have patience and determination to learn a new skill. However, after the physically draining effects of labour and birth, breastfeeding can easily become frustrating if the baby is slower to learn to latch at the breast. Birthing a baby is the most energy draining, intense physical and mental marathon of...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 20 April, 2007
Author: Izrul Fizal
Can paternity testing be carried out at home? Is there any cost implication? Here's an article about the importance of paternity testing and how it will benefit a lot of children around the world. The topic of paternity testing is somewhat a difficult topic to understand by most people. It is not a normal issue that you can talk with colleagues when having a drink together. However, when you have no other choice but to clarify the relationship between the actual father and the child, you better have a great understanding on this topic. Presently, the dna testing for paternity...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 31 March, 2007
Author: T. Bruxvoort
Wireless baby monitors provide convenience for parents and security for the baby, but many models open a door to other problems. Discover how to protect yourself from the possible dangers these handy tools may bring to your family. When parents bring a newborn into their home, there are many products they buy for the safety of their baby and to make their lives as easy as possible during this big change. A wireless baby monitor is often one of those products. But they do so not knowing about the possible dangers of these seemingly harmless devices. Imagine what would happen...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 24 March, 2007
Author: Gary Kurz
Enjoy a candid and humorous confession from a man who has spent nearly $25,000 on infomercial products. Just about everyone can relate to this. I think the word "junkie" has never been used more appropriately then when assigned to those who routinely watch infomercials, as my closets are full of useless and unneeded "junk". Eventually, that junk will find its way to the front line of a yard sale, but until that time it remains a testimony to my addiction. More evidence of my dependency exists in the homes of friends and family, which are littered with hand-me-down exercise machines...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 21 March, 2007
Author: Angie Epting Morris
To begin with, actually doing this can be a daunting task if you try to predetermine every item. In fact, many who have tried later find that after making an attempt to do this, they determined it could never be done in reality. Also, often the most insignificant items can cause disputes, not larger or more valuable items. The following story may best illustrate this point. (This is a true story but names have been changed.): Lets say Mrs. Thomas has four daughters: Sally, Jane, Beth and Ann. Twenty years after the girls have all left home and married, Mama...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 20 March, 2007
Author: M Adley
Using the right type of fire extinguisher in the proper way can keep a small fire from becoming a destructive and dangerous one. A fire in your residence can involve any one or a combination of three things: live electricity, combustible solids, or flammable liquids. Class A fires are fed by combustible solids, such as paper, wood, fabric, and most plastics. Class A extinguishers use water propelled by a gas, or can be easily pumped. Foam can also put out a Class A fire. Class B fires burn in flammable liquids such as gasoline, grease, oil and kerosene. Foam, carbon...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 02 March, 2007
Author: Bonnie Foshee
Keeping your marriage alive is very important for having a happy and healthy family. You need to work on your marriage as well as having family time. Do you know the happy marriage recipe? Of course, like anything else worthwhile, maintaining a healthy husband and wife relationship with children underfoot takes effort. The following tips can help keep marital bliss alive: Happy Marriage RecipeEvery happy marriage begins and ends with the same ingredient; the willingness to negotiate. The stumbling block in some relationships, however, is that while the husband was taught to take the upper hand, the wife may have...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 22 February, 2007
Author: Helene Rothschild
Were you an only child, or the first or last offspring who received a lot of attention from many family members? Or did you have a professional nanny to take care of you? Did you get everything you wanted whenever you wanted it? Do you believe that everything is coming to you and everyone should put their needs aside for you to be pleased? Generally speaking, I found the men and women to be emotionally weak and lacking self confidence; especially if their parent or parents gave them all they needed and wanted even in their adult life. They were...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 14 February, 2007
Author: Pat Brill
What better way to encourage your kids to eat vegetables than to plant a vegetable garden? Children will learn about where their food comes from, how seeds sprout, and how plants grow. They will do some work planting, weeding and harvesting and a lot of healthy playing. They will get a little dirty, and that's all to the good. For best success, involve your children in planning their garden. If you're a think-ahead person, you can order seed catalogs now. When you see the first seed packets in the stores, it's time to begin your plan. Before you begin, you'll...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 26 January, 2007
Author: Cindy Summers
When you think of designer bedding linens, perhaps you think of the Americana theme by Tommy Hilfiger, the delicate floral patterns of Laura Ashley bedding or the sleek and sophisticated designs of Michael Kors. Whatever your preference, there is no shortage on designer bedding options for the homeowner who wants to turn their basic bedroom into a soothing escape from everyday life. Designer bedding linens arent just for adults, however, as children also enjoy a modern look with a fun attitude. If you have a youngster in your household, the Hiccups designer kids & teen bedding collection is a must....
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