It's second nature to plan an adorable nursery that's coordinated from the art on the walls to the crib to the changing table. But while there's an infinite supply of bedding sets that appeal to your taste in decorating, those sets might not be safe. In fact, the breathing hazards presented by soft, cushy bedding have caused organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics to recommend against using plush pillows, blankets and bumpers.
“B Is for Beer,” by Tom Robbins
There's a common misconception among the American public that estate planning is only the domain of the elderly or the very wealthy. That's far from the truth.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that somewhere between 50 million and 70 million adults in the United States have chronic sleep and wakefulness disorders.
“The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict (Mysterious Benedict Society Series),” by Trenton Lee Stewart
The Three Stooges Collection, Vol. 1: 1934-1936, on DVD
Most Americans are aware that identity theft is a significant problem, and that it's important to take measures to protect your identity. What people might not know is their children may also be targets of identity theft before they even become old enough to own a credit card. The Federal Trade Commission has identified child identity theft as a growing problem and encourages parents to do what they can to minimize the risks to their children.
“The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?,” by Mo Willems
You see a parent with a toddler at the store. The toddler misbehaves and, suddenly, the parent flies into a rage and screams at the child. The reaction only causes the child to cry louder, which leads to even more yelling by the parent. What can you do? Without knowing any of the family's history or its struggles, is it OK to step in?
You know the old saying that the journey is just as important as reaching your destination? It can also be applied to your family vacation. Some even believe that the journey is half the fun of getting there. While you may already have a getaway destination in mind, traveling as a family presents its share of challenges for the journey ahead.
This is the perfect time to start looking for signs of spring with kids. These signs return every year, so teach children to experience Mother Nature using the five senses: touch, taste, sight, smell and sounds.
“The Hunger Games,” by Suzanne Collins
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