Filed under: Crafts
It’s easier to find things when they’re out in the open. But you can’t leave your kitchen table sprinkled with stickers and tags. Glass jars make the perfect holders for all of your pretty trims. And to make sure you know what’s inside each one, craft your own labels with customized tags.
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“Mommy, I did it! I went in the potty!”
Are these the words you long to hear from your child? But how do you know when your child is ready, and what’s the best way to teach your child to use the toilet (also known as the potty)?
Many parents are unsure about when to start potty training. (Although the term toilet teaching better reflects the process of helping your child learn to use the toilet instead of urinating - peeing - or passing bowel movements - pooping - in diapers, most parents refer to it as potty training.)
Not every child will be ready at the same age, so it’s important to watch your child for signs of readiness, such as stopping an activity for a few seconds or clutching his or her diaper. Most children show these signs between 18 and 24 months, although some may be ready earlier or later than that. And boys typically start later and take longer to learn to use the potty than girls.
Filed under: recipes
Makes: 4 servings.
Start to Finish:20 minutes
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14 ounce) chicken broth, divided
3 tablespoons flour
1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
12 ounce linguine, cooked according to package directions
Red-pepper flakes (optional)
Filed under: Crafts
Create an easy and beautiful centerpiece for your table with floating candles and flower blossoms.
Supplies:
Floating candles
1 dozen flower blossoms (pansies, primroses and hyacinths all work well)
Glass compote, bowl or cylinder
Water
Filed under: Crafts
Protect your CDs of photos from harm by creating your own holders from decorative paper. A covered box will keep the dust out, and you can decorate it with fun prints and patterns. Create subject dividers too, so more than one theme can be stored in each box.
Supplies:
Boho Chic paper and trims, Vintage Hip alphabet stickers, paper flowers, rhinestone stickers, petite signage, rhinestone brads and ribbon glue available at Making Memories
lime box available at craft stores.
Filed under: kids room decoration
Down to Earth Decor
This room has four looks in one. It has been divided into different areas and painted to represent the four elements: earth, water, air and fire. It’s a colorful scheme with lots to interest and amuse children.
Filed under: articles
A nutritionist who’s also the mother of 7-year-old triplets gives tried-and-true tips for getting your child to eat vegetables, drink milk, try new foods, and more.
Every single day, I deal with picky eaters both big and small. I’m the mother of 7-year-old triplets, all of whom have very different eating habits; I’m also a dietitian who teaches the professional athletes on the Chicago Bears and Chicago Bulls teams how to improve their diets. Although it’s tough to convince a towering basketball player or a 300-pound linebacker that junk food is bad for him, trying to get my kids to eat well can be even more of a challenge. My daughter Kathleen has severe and life-threatening allergies to eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts, and Julia will not eat fresh fruit; luckily, my son, Marty, will try just about anything. Mothers constantly tell me that they feel guilty about their children’s diets; they know how important it is to feed their kids healthy foods, but they’re just not sure how to do it. Despite my own background in nutrition, I had to go through some trial and error with my triplets. Here are the most important lessons I’ve learned, which should help you guide your kids to eat better.
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You are in the midst of toilet training. Things appear to be going relatively well. Your child appears to understand when she needs to use the potty, and is using it with some regularity. However, there’s just one thing…
Problem #1: Your child is toilet trained at daycare/preschool but refuses to use the toilet at home.
This can be particularly frustrating for parents, as you know that your child can do it, but is just refusing to do it at home. Interestingly, I have found that this tends to occur in younger children (closer to 2 years of age), hence it may be more of a maturational issue.
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Tantrums and outbursts from kids with no self-control can rile even the most patient parents.
Whether kids melt down in the middle of a crowded grocery store, at a holiday dinner with extended family, or at home, these fits can be extremely frustrating. But parents can help kids learn self-control and teach them how to respond to situations without just acting on impulse.
By learning self-control, kids can make appropriate decisions and respond to stressful situations in ways that can yield positive outcomes.
Filed under: kids room decoration
Stamp of Distinction
This paper lampshade, decorated with spaceships, can be easily reproduced. Just buy the stamps of your choice, then apply by hand to a plain paper shade.
Filed under: songs
My Mother
This would be so cute in little scribbles!
My Mother, my friend so dear
throughout my life you’re always near.
A tender smile to guide my way
You’re the sunshine to light my day.
Filed under: Crafts
Your shell-shaped lemon madelines will look particularly festive on a cake stand embellished with natural shells.
Your kids won’t complain about these tasty and healthy choices.
At age 3, my daughter Alyssa was the pickiest eater imaginable. Each night I’d serve her, her brother, and her sister a balanced dinner of chicken or meat loaf, a green vegetable, and noodles, and each night she’d munch a few noodles and then flee to the playroom. In desperation, I began sneaking her cookies when her siblings weren’t looking. I might not have been able to get her to eat well, but at least she wouldn’t starve!
It turns out she would have been far better off had I forgone the cookies and tried some typical kid favorites instead. Contrary to popular belief, many of these foods pack a nutritional punch. Plus, by making a few modifications in what you buy or how you prepare them, you can make them even more healthy. Here, some smart choices even the most finicky child won’t refuse.
Filed under: Crafts
Fun felt hearts get simple embroidery to make a sweet card for anyone on your Valentine’s list.
Supplies:
3 felt hearts in several sizes
Pencil
White embroidery floss
8.5-by-11-inch card stock folded in half lengthwise
Craft glue
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