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<title>Traveling With a Baby</title>
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<description><![CDATA[If you and spouse, love to travel, there is no reason why you have to stop traveling with the arrival of baby. The packing for the kids when traveling will need some fore thinking. But if you know the basics, you can pack sensibly and travel happily even with kids.]]></description>
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<title>Card Games For Budget-Conscious Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 10:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cards are a great accessory to have around when you have kids. They are portable, easy-to-find, and cheap. And, after the kids are in bed, you can play gin rummy or poker with your spouse.]]></description>
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<title>Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Sudden Infant Death syndrome (SIDS) is defined as the sudden, unexplained death of an infant, and is the one of the main causes of death among infants between a month and a year. SIDS is said to occur only when no possible explanation can be found]]></description>
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<title>Know the Pros and Cons of Co-Sleeping</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:40:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Find advantages and disadvantages of co-sleeping with your baby. Articles on negative effects of co-sleeping and keeping baby safe. Cosleeping is a widespread practice in many non-Western cultures. However, differences in mattresses, bedding, and other cultural practices may account for the lower risk in these countries as compared with the United States.]]></description>
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<title>Traveling With a Baby on a Plane</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:02:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babies under two years still travel free on the lap, though there are rumors that this perk may soon be coming to an end. Most airlines charge a hefty service fee ($100 on United) for overseas flights for the same privilege, of traveling with babies. Before you even consider buying that extra seat until they are over two, remember that the baby will probably be on your lap anyway during the entire flights.]]></description>
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<title>Travel Tips For Dads With Babies</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:01:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Summer is here and time is right for dancing in the streets. Well, maybe not, if you have little kids under your supervision.]]></description>
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<title>Eight Baby and Kid Sleep Tricks Your Doctor Will Never Tell You</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:22:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Face it. Doctors are pretty lame with practical advice on stuff that should come naturally to babies. So here are a few tricks we've picked - none risky, we promise - that might help you get your baby to sleep or back on track sleep-wise.]]></description>
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<title>Three Great Classic Games For Kids 4-6</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:59:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[These are child-tested by my 6 year-old who never seems to tire of them. Parents will enjoy all of the games once, but my money is on the card games for games that parents can endure time and time again.]]></description>
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<title>Two Great Father's Day Gifts For Divorced Dads</title>
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<description><![CDATA[We have plenty of other gift ideas for dads in general, but here are two good gifts for divorced dads, probably from friends or family interested in supporting dads' relationships with kids who may not even be in the same city. Both are also wonderful presents for dads who "can't be there" whether due to business travel or military service. ]]></description>
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<title>Different Positions For Childbirth</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:00:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At this point in her pregnancy, your spouse should give a thought to the birthing position that she would prefer for her delivery. Each position has its advantages and disadvantages. Your spouse can opt for the one with which she would be most comfortable.]]></description>
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<title>Using Parenting Skills to Include Kid Friendly Exercises and Bond With Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:41:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many fathers live a well-rounded healthy lifestyle with regular workouts that involve their kids. First-time dads who think a new baby will interfere with their exercise schedule need not sacrifice their workouts but do need to supplement their parenting skills to include exercising with their kids.]]></description>
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<title>'Baby' Fat - Cute No More!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:06:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Department of Agriculture's Human Nutrition Research Center says that being over weight early on in life leads to life threatening troubles in the future even if the child loses those extra pounds later on in life. Babies who were on the heavier side are more prone to suffer from arthritis and atherosclerosis in the later stages of their life.]]></description>
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<title>Tips to Help Pets and Toddlers Get Along With Each Other</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:54:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is one thing in common between pets and toddlers in your household - both of them crave your love and attention, and both of them require your utmost care. If a pet has been staying in the household much before an toddler has come to stay there, the pet may feel threatened and even jealous of the attention given to the new toddler.]]></description>
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<title>Child Hygiene Tips - Unwashed Hands Hazards</title>
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<description><![CDATA[You never know where your children have been and what they have been up to till you see their hands. Toddlers tend to collect germs on their hands from a variety of sources - contaminated surfaces, foods, even animals and animal waste.]]></description>
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<title>Helping Your Child Make the Transition From Crib to Bed</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:48:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Around this age, your toddler would be big enough to outgrow the crib. This is an indication that it is time for a toddler bed. However, the transition from a crib to a toddler bed may not be very easy and smooth for the toddler.]]></description>
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<title>Accurately Calculate Medicine Dosages</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:33:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most parents face the ongoing problem of accurately calculating toddler medicine dosages and fear the risk of giving their toddlers the wrong dosage. While giving infant medication, the dosage specifications marked on the label are in ml's (milliliters) or cc's (cubic centimeters).]]></description>
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<title>Checking Up on Your Nanny</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:05:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you did all the background and reference checks on your nanny beforehand, chances are you have a nanny you can be sure of.  However, if you didn't do full due diligence or if your nanny had no prior experience or references, and you have concerns, here are some warning signs of a "bad nanny."]]></description>
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<title>Thumb Sucking in Babies</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Most babies and young children tend to suck their thumbs. While you may be concerned about your child's habit, it is actually quite harmless.]]></description>
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<title>Brainstorming Names For Your Baby</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:09:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sure, you can wade through 60,000 names and look for the one that catches your fancy. Another approach is to sit down with a glass of wine (grape juice for mom-to-be) and make the following questions into a game.]]></description>
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<title>Vacation Getaways For Kids and Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:41:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[During vacation time, it is important that you get down to planning things together so that each family member can voice his choice of destination. A few time-tested vacation ideas or must-see places for dads and kids are suggested below.]]></description>
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<title>Smart Ways to Deal With a Dirty Diaper While Out Shopping</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:36:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is a scenario dreaded by most new dads. You are out, maybe enjoying a nice afternoon's shopping with your baby and your baby chooses just this time to poop. You've been lucky up until now and you've either avoided the task entirely or only had to make the change in the baby nursery with all the accouterments around you.]]></description>
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<title>Know the Toddler Phase</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:09:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The toddler phase in a child's life can be sharply marked by an increasing need to assert its independence. This will be a time fraught with challenges for you, as you try to support your toddlers' impulses to explore his environment, while also safeguarding them from any harm.]]></description>
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<title>Trimming Your Baby's Nails</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:01:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even when babies are young, their nails are quite sharp. This can easily lead to babies injuring either themselves or adults who are handling them. To avoid this, it is essential that you start trimming children's nails from the time they are still young.]]></description>
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<title>Is it Normal For Your Baby to Suddenly Develop Shyness?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:21:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Shyness is a normal response seen in infants to an overwhelming social experience. Such children may or may not retain this behavior for life. Remember that shyness is not abnormal and is a phase of the development process.]]></description>
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<title>How Can You Be Tactful With Unwanted Advice?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 10:50:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are a new dad, you may often receive unsolicited advice on how to bring up your baby. Close friends or family members may typically offer this. Casual acquaintances and even total strangers may add their bit.]]></description>
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<title>Moving is the Best Exercise For Babies</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 14:58:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We know that exercise is important for our health as adults, but did you know that the same philosophy applies to babies? It is recommended that babies should work their muscles at least half-hour each day, although not necessarily all at once.]]></description>
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<title>Dine Out With Your Baby</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 09:01:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Just because you are a parent now does not mean you can't occasionally dine out without feeling guilty about leaving the baby at home. The problem is that your baby, who may not find the prospect highly exciting, could end up feeling bored or neglected. A little forethought and planning however can ensure that eating out will be as much fun for you as for your child.]]></description>
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<title>Preparing Kids For the Challenges of the First Days of School</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 11:45:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's hard to imagine what goes on in a little one's mind when he goes to the big school, but you can help him overcome some fears by talking to him before hand.  For example, many kids at pre-school and even kindergarten level, are nervous about the bathroom. Reassure your child that he can ask to go any time.]]></description>
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<title>Basic Dining Etiquette For Little Kids to Learn</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 15:45:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Like a lot of stuff in parenting, consistency and patience are by-words and yes, you can teach a toddler new tricks. Here are the basic etiquette skills little ones should have.]]></description>
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<title>Teach by Setting Examples</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 21:43:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for a great way to make sure your children are off to a healthy start, don't overlook the importance of a nutritious breakfast.  According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), when children are consistent about eating breakfast each day, they tend to consume more calories than those that don't, but they are less likely to be overweight. Furthermore, not eating breakfast may predispose them to diets that fall short of providing enough calcium and fiber.]]></description>
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<title>10 Ways to Tell If Your Baby Has Allergies and Not Just a Cold</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 11:27:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many of the symptoms of nasal allergies (also known as allergic rhinitis) are similar to those of cold symptoms: runny nose, watery eyes, cough, nasal congestion, sneezing. Many times parents are confused on whether their child has a long-term cold or allergies.]]></description>
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<title>Adenovirus, What's That?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 15:28:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Adenoviruses are viruses affecting both humans and animals and were initially isolated in human adenoids (tonsils)-hence the name. The infections caused by these viruses tend to cause illnesses mainly in your toddlers' respiratory system.]]></description>
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<title>Taking Your Baby For First Shots</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 16:34:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babies usually make their first visit to the hospital by the age of two months. Even if your baby appears healthy, it is important for you to make an appointment for a routine checkup.]]></description>
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<title>Eating Unnatural Or Inedible Substances - Harmful For Your Child Or Not</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 14:26:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Pica is an eating disorder relating to the consumption of non-nutritive substances. It's common for children to put all sorts of things, from clay and dirt, to crayons, in their mouths.]]></description>
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<title>Constipation - How Can You Protect Your Baby From the Pain?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 13:47:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Constipation is defined as difficulties in bowel movements characterized by hard or firm stools and irregular or infrequent bowel movement. It is labeled chronic if the symptoms are present for more than two weeks.]]></description>
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<title>Baby Cold - How to Prevent Your Baby From Colds</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 14:50:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Common cold is simply an infection that affects the nose and respiratory tracts. More than 200 different viruses can cause a cold. Babies, in particular, are more vulnerable, because their immune systems are not completely developed.]]></description>
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<title>Autism - Early Signs in Babies</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 18:43:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The World Health Organization or (WHO) and American Psychological Association or (APA) recognize autism as a developmental disability resulting from disorders of the central human nervous system. Though the most apparent signs of autism in children are visible at two or three years of age, parents should also be wary of symptoms of this disorder in their infants.]]></description>
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<title>Sunlight - How Can You Protect Your Baby Against Its Ill Effects?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 13:30:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even though babies are supposed to stay indoors, warmly cuddled in their mother's bosoms, they may need to be taken out for regular check-ups to the doctor and other outdoor baby adventures. Even though sunlight contains vitamin D which is essential to your child's health, prolonged exposure to sunlight is harmful for your baby.]]></description>
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<title>Help Your Child Cope With Colic</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 09:29:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Colic is a health condition characterized by long and repeated bouts of crying seen in otherwise healthy infants. The causes of colic are not known, and though some believe that there is no such thing as colic, acute abdominal pain is believed to cause the symptoms.]]></description>
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<title>Diagnosing Asthma in Babies</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 16:32:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babies are susceptible to respiratory infections and may commonly be seen coughing or wheezing. However, mostly these symptoms are related to colds, or infections of the upper respiratory tract. However, coughing or wheezing may also indicate asthma.]]></description>
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<title>Childhood Diseases - Chickenpox Symptoms and Surviving the Pox</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 13:07:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Chickenpox is the common name for Varicella simplex, a disease that mainly affects children. Until recently, chickenpox manifested itself so frequently as a disease, that it came to be recognized almost as a rite of passage for childhood.]]></description>
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<title>Helping Your Kids and Family to Cut Down on Sugar and Sweets</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:02:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Face it: the United States runs on sugar. This is not a good thing. A recent study in the International journal of Pediatric Obesity says that nearly half of American kids will be overweight by 2010.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Dealing With Bad Breath in Toddlers</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 09:39:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Bad breath (halitosis) in toddlers tends to surprise parents as it is generally thought to occur only in grown-ups. Leftover food particles could cause breath odor in a healthy child.]]></description>
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<title>Accurate Acetaminophen Dosage</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:53:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Acetaminophen is one of the most common drugs administered to children. The drug is commonly given as a cure for fever and pain. Yet, for dads, it can be one of the most challenging drugs to give a dosage correctly.]]></description>
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<title>Giving CPR to Toddlers</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:25:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Choking can be fatal and a doctor is your first recourse in such a situation. Call 911 or your local emergency number before you do anything else.]]></description>
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<title>Protecting Your Child Against Poisoning</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:25:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With toddlers in your home, poisoning is another potential danger you have to come to grips with. Their curiosity might induce them to ingest, or come in contact with, toxic substances that could be harmful to them.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Dads Trying to Cut Down on Kids' TV Watching Time</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:27:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We like TV. After a long day at work, it's like a frothy dessert at the end of a mediocre meal. It might not have any nutrition value, but it's sweet and airy and enjoyable with very little effort.  However, when TV becomes the routine and more your reality than your real life, you or your kids might have a problem.]]></description>
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<title>Child Behavior Suggestions - Cleaning Up Their Mess</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:21:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you tired of your kids acting like royalty around the house? Making a mess of their rooms as they throw away their clothes and food, expecting you to go picking after them?]]></description>
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<title>Run! It's Lice!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:35:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I guess at some point in America's history, lice was public health issue that carried a stigma. Now, it just seems to be added to the list of elementary school rites of passage. As a parent, you hear about lice as if it's a foreign country, and then one day, it's here, and your little child has it!]]></description>
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<title>Common Child Behavior - Whining</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Kids whine when they are hungry, tired, bored or if they are sick. But they also whine when they need attention from their parents. Parents tend to worry, and not without good reason, that their children will grow up to be whiners and never be anything less than miserable in their behavior.]]></description>
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<title>Tips on How to Deal With Toddler Tantrums</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Toddlers may throw tantrums from time to time. As a parent, you have no choice but to put up with it or try to subdue your toddler.]]></description>
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<title>Head Banging in Children</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Head banging is a behavior characterized by a toddler's repeated banging his or her head, against a solid surface or object such as a wall or the side of a crib. It is estimated that one-fifth of all healthy children display this behavior at least once during their infancy.]]></description>
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<title>Finding the Right Mother's Day Flowers</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:02:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Flowers are an easy mom-pleasing gift for Mother's Day. You can usually find them at a local grocery store or have them express delivered via the internet. You don't have to go way overboard on pricing unless you want to. On the other hand, since most guys don't buy flowers very often, you need to know a few things before you make the wrong decision on Mother's Day flowers.]]></description>
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<title>Eight Tips For Dads Trying to Feed Finicky Eaters</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Trying to feed kids can be very frustrating. Cooking is hard work and you also want to make sure they get the foods they need and learn good eating habits. Here are eight tips to help you feed the picky eater.]]></description>
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<title>Help Your Baby Communicate With You</title>
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<description><![CDATA[As babies grow up, their efforts at communication become increasingly complex. Apart from trying to speak, they may also attempt use gestures to convey. These are some of the ways in which babies may try to communicate with you.]]></description>
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<title>How to Play With Your Ten Month Old Baby</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:48:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babies around ten months of age will enjoy being introduced to new toys or games. This is because they become increasingly curious and variety stimulates them. Exposure to newer experiences helps their ability to perceive and understand things better.]]></description>
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<title>Know Why Kids Scribble</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:37:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most children are fascinated by the possibilities of a pencil or crayon stub and become engrossed in their activity as they scribble away for hours. As a parent, you may find this a heaven-sent solution to keep your kids quiet and relaxed in their own self-contained zone.]]></description>
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<title>Frugal Living Tips For New Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:16:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With a recession in full swing, and the possibility of more to come, new dads have to figure out how to cut costs even with a baby on the way. Here are a few frugal living tips.]]></description>
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<title>Inexpensive Birthday Party Games For Dads on a Budget</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:03:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You don't have to hire a magician or a pony to make a child's birthday party a success. The only real expense you might have to endure is birthday cake and ice cream.]]></description>
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<title>Top Five Mother's Day Gift Ideas</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 13:54:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Finding the right gift for Mother's Day doesn't have to take a long time or even break the bank. Here are some unique ideas for this mother's day.]]></description>
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<title>Top Ways to Tell If Your Wife is Pregnant - Maybe Even Before She Does</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 13:10:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Pregnancy is usually accompanied by a number of telltale signs. If your spouse is pregnant, these pregnancy symptoms will most likely let you know-much before a medical test confirms your happy suspicion.]]></description>
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<title>Celebrate Your Toddler's First Birthday</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:43:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's been almost a year since your baby was born. Twelve unforgettable months have gone by. This calls for a celebration.]]></description>
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<title>Four Toys Worth Having Kids For</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:05:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So, okay, be honest... when you were little you imagined that one day you would grow up and no one would be always telling you what not to do. You would go to an amusement park all day, you would stay in the pool an extra hour, you would stay at the ball game until the end of the 9th, rather than leaving in the 8th to avoid the crowds. Some day, you would have a big slot car set and a train that ran from room to room, a remote powered boat for the pond, and maybe even a personal helicopter. And then adulthood crept in and for most of us found new people to "suggest" to us that we didn't really want these things anymore.]]></description>
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<title>How to Interact With Your Baby</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:12:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you think that your baby is too young for you to enjoy interacting with him? Think again. There is a lot you can do, using baby sign language, that will be fun for both of you. Additionally, it will also have a beneficial effect on your baby's development.]]></description>
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<title>Stand Up Toilet Training</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:09:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Quantitative research conducted independently of over 400 children shows that boys trained in a standing position reached success two months earlier. Since the majority of these 'standing boys' were trained with a step stool/toilet method, the Peter Potty may make earlier success possible because of the features of this potty training accessory. Anecdotal evidence suggests perhaps as much as six months faster.]]></description>
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<title>Important Child Development Stages</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:44:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this article we list some of the most important stages of child development. Such stages can be categorized into social & emotional development and language development.]]></description>
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<title>Mother's Day Gifts For All Types of Moms</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:45:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here are some great gift ideas divided into categories of moms. Different gifts are to be chosen depending on whether its a new mom, working mom, mom loves music and entertainment.]]></description>
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<title>Naming Trends</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:05:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Naming a child can be tricky. While selecting names for their children, many parents simply pick names they like. Others however may be influenced, consciously or not, by popular trends.]]></description>
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<title>Baby Names - Do's and Don'ts</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:11:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here is a list of some of the important do's and dont's related to selecting the right baby name. One example would be - Don't name your baby with terms that have slang meanings related to parts of the human anatomy.]]></description>
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<title>3rd Trimester - Changes in Your Spouse's Body</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:07:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, some of the same discomforts your spouse had in your second trimester will continue. Plus, many women find breathing even more difficult and notice they have to go to the bathroom even more often. This is because the baby is getting bigger and it is putting more pressure on her organs.]]></description>
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<title>How Can You Be Less Anxious When Your Spouse is Pregnant?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:29:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Life as a to-be father is wonderful. However, it can also be a bit scary. It is quite unlike anything you have experienced before and you find yourself oscillating between conflicting emotions. You are going to be a dad, and that, of course, makes you jubilant. However, you may find yourself grappling with unknown fears and anxieties.]]></description>
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<title>21 Potty Training Tips</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Potty training experts are everywhere. Whether family, friends, or books are providing you advice, realize there are different approaches that can be tried. An approach that works for one child may not work for another. Others can provide advice, but most likely you know what approach will work best for your child. There are several helpful guidelines (tips) that can be tried for each child when trying to potty train.]]></description>
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<title>Mother's Day Cards - Gift Guide For Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:08:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You can always run down to the drugstore and buy a $3 Mother's Day card. Few of us are poets and the cards often say in words what we can only feel in our hearts about the special moms in our lives. On the other hand, it's sometimes hard for moms to feel those sentiments written in someone else's hand.]]></description>
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<title>Eight Best Mother's Day Activities</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:00:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whoever said Mother's Day was important only for the mom did not really get the point here. True, Mother's Day celebrates that glorious ideal of love and sacrifice called motherhood.]]></description>
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<title>Dads Guide to the Ages of Kids For Starting Sports</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:41:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A lot of the fun of being a dad is helping kids discover their passions, and that starts with sharing what turns you on. Here's a quick look at when many kids are ready to experiment with different sports.]]></description>
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<title>Tips on Choosing Childbirth Options - Tips For Expectant Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:23:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This may be a good time during the pregnancy for your spouse to give a thought to the manner of delivery she wishes to opt for. The options- natural, induced, or cesarean all have their pros and cons.]]></description>
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<title>What to Include in a Babysitter's Checklist</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 09:27:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A babysitter checklist is a good step to organizing important information and feeling safer when your babysitter is alone with the baby. It can help with your peace of mind and make the babysitter's job easier.]]></description>
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<title>Factors That Impact Babysitter Rates</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:03:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babysitter rates are not usually defined. Although babysitters put up their expectations on their online profiles based on their personal achievements and the hourly payment pattern, babysitter rates still vary as no two babysitters hold the same responsibilities.  ]]></description>
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<title>Do You Need a Professional Babysitter?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:04:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[All parents, at some point or the other, will need to hire the services of a babysitter. However, for many parents, this is easier said than done.]]></description>
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<title>Chores For Money</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:35:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If your child is older than five, you've probably already started an allowance. By age six or seven, you also might have started giving weekly chore assignments. You may have also debated the value of tying the two together and entered into yet another debate on parenting. ]]></description>
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<title>Bonding With Your Kids - Advice For Dad</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:24:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a dad, you want to make sure you do everything to make everyday a memorable day to your kids and family. Breadwinner dads often need to be creative regarding things to do with their kids. Here are some tips to help dads bond with their kids.]]></description>
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<title>How to Take Your Baby's Temperature</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:28:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you suspect your baby feels warmer than usual you may need to check for fever. You can take your child's temperature in these ways.]]></description>
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<title>Know More About Postpartum Depression in Dads</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:26:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Postpartum depression is traditionally thought to affect exclusively moms as they are the ones who go through the most significant changes in their bodies and their psyches. But about ten percent of all fathers in the U. S. are affected by postpartum depression.]]></description>
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<title>Being a Single Teen Parent is Not Easy</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:41:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Nobody ever said single parenting is easy. As parents, we all learn with time. However, too often, the pressure of single parenting can be so overwhelming that it's easy to make mistakes.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Baby Pacifiers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[By now you have noticed that your baby sucks his fingers and hands a lot. Sucking brings pleasure to a baby. Many parents buy pacifiers for their babies. Here are some points to keep in mind while buying pacifiers.]]></description>
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<title>Choosing a Quality Daycare For Your Child</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:37:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Finding a quality day care center or provider can be incredibly stressful. Here is how you can select a good daycare center for your child.]]></description>
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<title>Time to Show You Care For Your Expectant Spouse</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Show Your expectant spouse that you care for her. Your caring behavior will help her to ease, be relax and happy during her pregnancy.]]></description>
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<title>How to Keep Love Alive During Pregnancy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:35:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Find articles on how to pamper your pregnant wife during her pregnancy. Advice and tips for expectant dads on how to love and care for your newly pregnant wife.]]></description>
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<title>Making a Paper Doll Chain With Your Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 11:12:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Making a paper doll chain is a perfect activity for dads and children. Find out more kids activities to spend time with your kids.]]></description>
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<title>Valentines Day Roses - Symbol of Love</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:56:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Valentine's Day celebrates romance. Rose, also known as the flower of love, is one of the oldest flowers known to man. There is a lot of thought behind giving roses on Valentine's Day.]]></description>
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<title>Tips on How to Write a Valentine's Day Poem</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It is not every day that you celebrate love and affection St. Valentine's way. There are many rituals associated with Valentine's Day celebrations, including expressing your love through poetry. Nothing overwhelms a woman like a poem, whether simple, sappy, or intense. Poems give you a medium to express your deepest emotions in a brand new way.]]></description>
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<title>Valentines Day Crafts Ideas For Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 13:33:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A small gift, a favor, an out-of-your-way effort-there are many ways to express your heart on Valentine day. Hand-made crafts are an instant hit when it comes to gifts-they not only are beautiful but also appreciated more because of the effort put into creating them.   Introduce Valentine's Day craft ideas in your family and convert your home into an activity center - the kids will love making these interesting crafts and giving them to people who mean a lot to them.]]></description>
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<title>Ages to Start a Musical Instrument With a Child</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:28:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn to play a musical instrument along with your child. It is a great bonding idea.]]></description>
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<title>Improve Your Baby's Table Manners</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 13:09:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Well-behaved children are a joy to have around you. On the other hand, misbehaved children are a constant source of worry, trouble and unhappiness. The more disciplined and consistent you are, the more disciplined and consistent your child will be.]]></description>
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<title>Introduce Your Toddler to Music</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Yes! Music is fun for your kids and a great way for you to connect with your toddlers. Here are some of the great things that music can do for your children.]]></description>
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<title>Dad's Guide to Raising Over-Scheduled Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:28:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is hard to do in a world with so much to do and only 24 hours a day to do it. Decide that parenting is going to be your number one priority. Here are a few warning signs that your child is overbooked and over-extended.]]></description>
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<title>Babysitter Games For Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:33:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babysitting is a job that requires endless energy. Either you keep the kids occupied or they keep you on your toes. If you are taking care of more than one child, these group activities can be organized.]]></description>
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<title>Pregnancy and Folic Acid</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:24:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Planning a baby? If your wife is trying to get pregnant, getting plenty of folic acid is important to help lower the risk of a baby with a neural tube defect such as spina bifida or anencephaly.]]></description>
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<title>Birth Control Pills and HIV</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:35:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Will birth control pills protect us from HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and other STDs?    Some people are misled to believe that if they take birth control pills, they are protecting themselves not only from getting pregnant but also from infection with HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).]]></description>
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<title>Top 7 Useful Tips For Valentine's Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[1. Make Valentine's Day a Family Affair: Use the Valentine's Day holiday to discuss with your kids the nature of romantic love, and your feelings for their mother. Open up to them, and share your feelings deeply, so they can see you as a complete person, not just a dad.]]></description>
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