Kid Lunch and Child Care: Combination Can Sometimes Save $$
Wednesday September 29, 2004
Is meal service a required fee for your child or is packing a kid lunch a money-saving option? Parents on a budget should do the math and see if there ... Read More
Should Your Kids Get A Flu Shot?
Monday September 27, 2004
About Guide to Pediatrics Vince Iannelli, M.D., answers a question that has been on my mind lately: "Do My Kids Need A Flu Shot?" After reviewing his ... Read More
The Queens of Mean: Mean Girls Movie Focuses On Topic Of Less-Than-Princess Girl Behavior
Saturday September 25, 2004
How mean can girls get? Pretty nasty, according to the newly-released DVD/Video Mean Girls as well as several books about girl behavior. It's hard to imagine young princesses ... Read More
Where to Get Help in Paying for Child Care
Friday September 24, 2004
About Guide to Single Parents Dianne Hadaway has written an informative article about Where to Get Help in Paying for Child Care. She indicates that child care assistance is ... Read More
Guide Book Review: Einstein Never Used Flash Cards Great Reminder That Play Time IS Learning!
Wednesday September 22, 2004
It was easier to email a publicist to say I wanted to review a parenting book than it was actually taking the time to read it and write a review. ... Read More
Stranger Danger! Teach Your Child The ABCs of Safety
Friday September 17, 2004
I reside in Texas, and all week long the media has been covering horrifying and tragic events in which a young child was abducted and then molested while walking to ... Read More
Surviving The New School Year: Tips For Parents of Pre-Schoolers, Daycare Kids, And Those In School Alike
Tuesday September 14, 2004
My child's school counselor has issued five strategies for surviving--and thriving--the school year, and I've tried to take her advice to heart. With her permission, of course, I'm listing ... Read More
Kid Safety - Score A Goal On Kid Safety Awareness This Sports Season
Tuesday September 14, 2004
Let's see here...my oldest plays football and is in band, my middle child is in cheerleading and dance, and my youngest takes tumbling. These activities make for a very ... Read More
Trick or Treat Time Is Closer Than You Think: Plan, Prepare, and Party!
Friday September 10, 2004
It's just after Labor Day, and already the stores are stocked with children's costumes, cackling witches, Halloween party goods, and all sorts of trick or treat items...like lots and lots ... Read More
Book It! Create Fall Fun For Kids Through Exciting Reading Activities
Thursday September 9, 2004
The seasonal change that fall brings can add new excitement of reading activities for kids. Now that kids are in school, it can be a challenge for parents to ... Read More
Grandparents Touch My Kids' Lives In Countless Ways
Wednesday September 8, 2004
What what I do without my children's grandparents? I can only wish that my three offspring could spend more quality time with their grandparents, without feeling the rush and ... Read More
Grandparents Provide Wisdom, Heritage, and Guidance: Don't Forget Them On National Grandparents Day on Sept. 12
Tuesday September 7, 2004
Sometimes, I don't know how I could get by without the love, support, and help from my children's grandparents. In every instance, they have been there when I've needed ... Read More
Head Lice: It's Nit-Picking Time All Around
Friday September 3, 2004
"Ewww" is the first reaction from most adults when they learn their kids are infested with the tiny, wingless insects of head lice...and the dreaded eggs (nits) to boot. ... Read More
Product Review: SnowPack Cold Therapy Offers Convenience, Comfort
Thursday September 2, 2004
Occasionally, About Guides have the opportunity to review products. I had just received a SnowPack: Body-n-Ice Kit: Active Basic for review when an accident by my almost-teenage ... Read More
Bike Safety: There's More To Safe Pedaling Than Just Wearing A Helmet
Wednesday September 1, 2004
This week, a near-tragedy in my community involving a young bicyclist and motorist was avoided, mostly due to the child's wearing of a bike safety helmet. The young girl's ... Read More