June is Potty Training Awareness Month
Tuesday May 31, 2005
More than 4 million parents are expected to begin potty training this year, and undoubtedly would welcome any advice to make the transition process easier.
To celebrate June as Potty Training ... Read More
Kid Bathroom Adventures: When Going Solo Is A Must
Saturday May 28, 2005
As a mom of two boys and one daughter, the public bathroom issue has become a dilemma more than a few times through the years. My boys have yelped ... Read More
Bill Introduced to Help Parents Balance Work and Family
Thursday May 26, 2005
The latest edition of the Family Initiative newsletter talks of legislation recently introduced to help parents balance work and family. Last month, Representative Lynn Woolsey (D-CA) introduced the Family ... Read More
When Kids Fail: What Parents Can Do
Tuesday May 24, 2005
I have never thought of myself, my husband or any of my kids as anything less than super-successful...but this year has been a challenge! School work has gotten harder, ... Read More
Make Houseguests and Their Children Feel At Home
Saturday May 21, 2005
The more I entertain family, kids and special guests overnight, the more I appreciate above-and-beyond hospitality. I've learned from gracious hosts of the extra-special touches that I've learned to ... Read More
Daycare Budget: Saving Money on Kid Costs
Thursday May 19, 2005
A friend of mine--a certified elementary school teacher--offers kid camps each summer to supplement her pay during breaks when she is not teaching. One of her biggest concerns, like ... Read More
What's All This Buzz About West Nile Virus?
Wednesday May 18, 2005
Summer is drawing nearer; I was reminded of this fact this week as I watched on the news that local health officials looking for their first batch of mosquitos to ... Read More
Parents and Providers Partner to Build Kids of Character
Saturday May 14, 2005
La Petite Academy recently sent me five great ideas for helping to foster character in kids. Part of its curriculum is teaching kids and their families to incorporate service ... Read More
Is Your Child Developing On Target? "Learn the Signs. Act Early." Is New Campaign Message
Friday May 13, 2005
The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities is asking parents to change how they view a child's grow, and has developed a new campaign theme to coincide with ... Read More
Bicycle Safety for Kids
Tuesday May 10, 2005
May is considered Bike Safety Month, and there is a wealth of information for parents and providers on all-around bike safety and bicycle helmet safety. To coincide with these ... Read More
Mother's Day of Action!
Sunday May 8, 2005
The Family Initiative has just sent out this bulletin, and if you're like me, I bet you couldn't agree more!
While breakfast in bed is lovely and homemade cards are priceless ... Read More
Have You Planned Your Kids' Summer Fun Yet?
Saturday May 7, 2005
Spring season is barely here, but thoughts are already on summer and fun activities, summer child care enrichment options, and affordable outings.
Many kids have long since planned out their summers ... Read More
Involved Dads Make For Happier Families
Friday May 6, 2005
Thoughts have shifted from Mother's Day celebration to dads and Father's Day. Most dads today are trying to juggle an increased role in caring for kids despite longer hours ... Read More
Is Family Care For Your Child A Good Option?
Wednesday May 4, 2005
It could be an alternative care setting during summer break or to save on household finances, but many parents turn to family members to provide child care services--at least on ... Read More
Provider, Teacher Appreciation Events Make For A Fun Week
Tuesday May 3, 2005
My kids and I are having a blast this week! This week's celebrations of Teacher Appreciation, National Provider Appreciation Day, and Speech Pathologist Recognition (I have a child in ... Read More