College Issues for the Teen Leaving Home
College students have many issues that they must face as they move out of their parent’s home and into a dorm such as How to do laundry. How to deal…
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Raising a family? Expecting your first child? Sending baby off to college? You’ll find child development tips and advice on all aspects of parenting at Livingbitsandthings.com.
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Parenting Young Adults Moving Out On Their Own
It is a parent’s responsibility to help young adults be ready and know when should a child move out on their own. As a teenager approaches 18, parents and teens…
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Here Is Why Sitting Too Long Can Be Dangerous for Your Child
We hear all the time that sitting is bad for our health—sedentary lifestyles have been linked with type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, and even premature death. But a…
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How Can I Prepare for Caring of the Elderly Parents at Home?
To care for your elderly parents at home, you must prepare yourself physically, mentally, and financially. To help you be successful, here are some tips on elder home care. Caring…
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Divorce and Toddlers, How do I Make Sure My Child Stays a Child?
Marriage is a wonderful union when it succeeds. However, there are some marriages that don’t work out the way we envision it at the outset. Helping your children cope with…
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Successfully Parenting Children as a Team After Divorce
Oftentimes parents can lose sight of parenting during or after a divorce. There are ways to work as a team when parenting after a divorce even if there were many…
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How to Live a Happy Life with a Difficult Family
A happy family is a haven of safety and security. Nowadays, however, it seems that the very place where we should find love can sometimes make things harder. Nonetheless, you…
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Playroom Ideas: Allow Creative Growth
Create playrooms that encourage children to explore their environment. Here are ideas for decor and storage, as well as tips to keep it eco-friendly and fun. Creative playroom ideas allow…
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Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling
The arrival of a new baby can make older kids excited or gloomy. If you take time to prepare your older children early, they are more likely to behave well…
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How to Taking Care of Aging Parents, Letting Them Know They are Valued
The worst thing any human being can get is a feeling that you are unwanted. As we grow older our senses dim and our strength weakens. The greatest act of…
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How to Teach Children Racism by Learning Animal Behaviors
Information on how racism is handed down to children and how hate grows. How we can learn from animals to be human beings. Teaching children to think about decisions they…
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Parenting a Child With Down Syndrome: Care, Discipline & Special Considerations
According to the National Down Syndrome Society, Down syndrome occurs in one of every 733 live births. Learn your likelihood of having a baby born with Down syndrome, as well…
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Eco Baby: Essential Tips for the Eco-Conscious New Mom
A baby brings new responsibilities—and a whole new life. While it might seem overwhelming at first, with a few simple adjustments, you can watch over your little one and the…
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How to Throw a Green Birthday Party for Your Child
Want your child’s birthday party to make an impact on the guests and not the environment? It’s easier than you think to throw a green birthday bash without straining your…
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Teaching Kids About the Earth: Resources for Parents
Teaching kids to appreciate the environment is important to their happiness and to humanity’s survival. And it all starts with parents modeling responsible stewardship of the Earth by making a…
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Simple Nature Crafts for Kids—or Anyone
Would you believe me if I told you that there is an eco-friendly and renewable craft store in your very own neighborhood? Yes, yours. I’d like to invite you to…
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Kids’ Environmental DIY: Make a Pizza-Box Solar Oven
The nice folks at GrowNYC, formerly Council on the Environment of New York City (CENYC), have implemented a city-schools program to train students in initiating renewable forms of energy in their…
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Nature Tables: Bringing the Seasons Home
Much like an altar, a nature table is a special place you keep in your home with symbols of the season going on around you outside. It’s something to reflect…
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Baby Eczema: How to Treat Eczema in Babies
Does your baby suffer from eczema? There are ways to help treat the symptoms of eczema for your baby. Learn the different ways to help your baby feel better and…
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How to Make Your Child a Better Athlete, Focusing on Fun – Not Winning – Boosts Kids’ Sports Performances
Parents everywhere want to know how to make their kids better athletes. The answer? Sit down and shut up, experts say. Ah, the sounds of summer: The crack of the…
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