April 2008 Archives

Apr 30

Does Daycare Protect your Kids from Leukemia?

2008 7:35 AM Posted by elle

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A new study out today indicates that sending children to day-care at an early age could protect them against leukemia, perhaps by exposing them to certain infections, U.S. researchers said. The analysis presented at a conference in London showed that...

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Apr 29

Kid Yoga - Healthy Child

2008 11:02 AM Posted by elle

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We all know how important stress relief and reduction is for adults. We must all take time to remember to breathe deeply, relax and become inward for our general health. But what about our kids? I think if kids...

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Apr 29

Balance Board Madness

2008 9:03 AM Posted by elle

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I bought my kids one of these years ago and I just noticed that, unlike most of the things I have brought into the house for them, this one has withstood the test of time. Its still around in this...

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Apr 28

If you don't have a personal assistant....

2008 5:00 AM Posted by elle

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Try this cool looking organizer created by a mom of four. Not only a calendar, but place to store class lists, school schedules, sport schedules, menus and more in one place, and sections for each child. After all, organization...

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Apr 27

Fun for All Dominos

2008 1:10 AM Posted by elle

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I hesitate to put this entry into the KidLove section because every family member I have is addicted to this game. Mexican Train Dominos. It's so much fun and many people can play at once (we generally have a...

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Apr 26

Help Teaching Your Kids to Write Thank-You Notes

2008 1:01 AM Posted by elle

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Trying to teach kids proper etiquette can be challenging these days, but I think that makes it all the more important. In this age where email is the norm, I worry that my kids will never know the importance...

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Apr 25

throw out the time out!

2008 11:45 AM Posted by elle

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My kids fight with each other. I can't stand it. I mean I REALLY can't stand it! And telling them to "stop fighting" and "stop being mean to each other" is ridiculous. I don't even want to tell you what...

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Apr 24

Safe Sippy

2008 1:28 AM Posted by showtheLOVE

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FINALLY!!!! I have been waiting for this product in my dreams! We have been using the great Sigg Stainless Steel water bottles for a year but there has not been a sippy cup that was not plastic! I love...

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Apr 23

Maternal America

2008 6:57 PM Posted by Jen

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Apparently that is the name of the best fitting new maternity brand. According to Amy Jarman, founder of www.tummystyle.com, "Maternal America is hands down the best maternity dress brand out there. The owner/designer, Nataline Ngo, is spot on with her...

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Apr 23

Yummy Earth Lollipops

2008 6:01 PM Posted by elle

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Invented by two dads (yeah for dads and nutrition!) these yummy pops contain no high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavorings, chemical colorings or GMO's and are allergen free. The candies are organic. Yummy Earth selects the finest ingredients -...

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