Category Archives for "Parenting"
March 16, 2013
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
10 Benefits of Music for Children
In my family, learning a musical instrument is a non-negotiable. That is, everyone must learn to play the piano, as foundation, and then whatever other instrument they become interested in later on. Schools recognize the importance of music in children’s lives. Musical instruments are often a mainstay in preschool and kindergarten classrooms. There are good […]
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March 15, 2013
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Become the Mom You Want to Be
Moms, are we ever satisfied with ourselves? Most of the time, we’re feeling guilty over something. And we always think the other Mom has it together and is doing a much better job than we are. If you’re a stay-at-home Mom, you may wonder if what you’re doing is really important, as you change diapers […]
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January 22, 2013
- in Health & Beauty , Natural Kids by Alexis Rodrigo
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Update on My Son’s Eczema & Dermasilk Review
It dawned on me that it’s been a year (slightly more) since my son started using Dermasilk pants for his eczema. I think an update is in order (here’s my previous post and review of Dermasilk therapeutic garments). To refresh your memory, here’s a photo of his legs before he began using Dermasilk:
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March 4, 2012
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
Teens: How to Teach Them to Manage Their Finances
Sometimes, it’s hard as parents to watch your teens squander their allowance or money they’ve earned from a job. You want them to do better, but how do you teach them? Or maybe you are just beginning with the basics of money management, and you want to make sure they get off to a good […]
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February 12, 2012
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Spot and Help a Sleep-Deprived Teen
Staying up late is almost a rite of passage for teens. Many experts point out that teens’ internal sleep cycles actually change, making them more into night owls than they used to be (or might be in the future). That doesn’t mean they need less sleep, though – sources say teens should get at least […]
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