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by Melissa Petri on August 31, 2006
Grocery shopping is a Family Affair. We try to keep our 3-year old involved by letting him pick out -- based on the choices which my husband and I have already agreed is good for him -- what he may......
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Swaddling keeps your baby feeling warm and secure, as if he/she is still in the womb. It could also help keep your baby from being startled by his own reflex. Most newborns may even sleep a lot better...
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Foster parents are supposed to help kids -- who were previously neglected and/or abused -- have a better life. Sadly, we hear how some kids end up in much worse situations. Marcus Fiesel is one of...
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I can imagine how many parents and students are now concerned about the amount of money they need to spend for textbooks with the start of the new school year since, as reported, textbooks are way too...
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by Melissa Petri on August 30, 2006
Since I was not new to the experience, I had thought that giving birth to another child and taking care of a newborn is no biggie. Like what I said, I have done it before. Faced with my newborn...
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Excuse the sporadic updates for the past 3 weeks. I've spent those days being productive. One of which was spent, literally, producing... a child! After some last minute shopping, we checked in...
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About 185,000 Firestreet Scooters has been recalled by Triple Win Sports, in cooperation with the Consumer product safety Commission (CPSC). Apparently, the rider can lose control and be injured as...
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A lot of people can't get enough of them. You know, stars. Celebrities. They are always in the news. Apart from the usual fare of new movies coming out, these stars are also on the news when they...
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by Melissa Petri on August 17, 2006
As previously mentioned... Hand washing, when done correctly, has always been the best way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. And yet, many still don't practice good hand hygiene. We...
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Yet another tragic news. A 10-year old girl collapsed and died after a ride at the Camp cartoon network area of Six Flags Great America. Apparently, the girl had a history of heart trouble. Amusement...
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As told to People magazine, Britney Spears is ready for baby number 2. "The timing of baby No. 2's arrival may have been a surprise, but expanding her brood was never a question for the...
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by Melissa Petri on August 16, 2006
Before I gave birth to my oldest son three years ago, I was concerned about my skills in taking care of a baby. Since I had no nieces nor nephews, I have never really been taught exposed to infos...
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[source: People] My favorite Charlie's Angel is apparently ready to become a Mother. Married twice before, she is now dating Fabrizio Moretti, drummer of The Strokes. Drew Barrymore, on her...
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My son celebrated his 3rd birthday today. I was more excited about the preparation for this particular birthday since I know that my son is now aware of the concept of birthdays and parties. Toddlers...
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When children are abused or neglected, they are taken away -- voluntarily or involuntarily -- from their families and are placed in foster care. Foster care is only a temporary arrangement. Although,...
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When Melanie Martinez was fired by PBS Sprouts from the Good Night Show, parents and supporters let PBS know of their sentiments through email, phone calls and blogs. Unfortunately, PBS refuses to...
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It's back-to-school again! Some students are excited at the thought of seeing their friends once again. There are those, however, who may not be ready at the thought of summer vacation being over....
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Filed in archive by Creative Weblogging on August 11, 2006
I was born and raised in Australia and moved to the United States four years ago after marrying an American. For the first three years the transition was smooth - no major cultural differences or...
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It may not be the cheaper option but it is not reserved for the rich anymore as more and more schools are making it easier for college students to aquire units (or even a degree) abroad. And, as Susan...
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[photo source: Robert Miller's Flickr] As reported by CNN, 393 children at a Libyan hospital were deliberately infected with HIV/AIDS. 50 of the children have already died. To date, five Bulgarian...
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Before heading back to school, let's see what the other kids have been up to this summer: They're having fun in the sun with cousins. Jeremy's boys seem to have had a great summer: from...
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Filed in archive by Melissa Petri on August 09, 2006
[photo source: engagements] Remember Skating with Celebrities? You know, that show wherein professional skaters are paired with celebrities and compete. Lloyd Eisler and kristy swanson made it to the...
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by Melissa Petri on August 07, 2006
Some actually think that their weight will be back to normal (pre-pregnancy) as soon as they have given birth. Unfortunately, that is not how it works. When I left the hospital after having given...
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Here at Creative Weblogging, we welcome article submissions. We'd love to hear your POVs and our readers would surely welcome a different voice. To submit, you can sign up over at Creative...
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Filed in archive by Creative Weblogging on August 03, 2006
Being a parent is one of the most difficult jobs in the entire world, especially when you are in on it alone. I don't know how many times I could split myself into 10 to be able to handle all......
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