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City Secret: New York City's Bryant Park for kid-friendly winter fun

It's easy to get bored in January when the skies are gray, and the icy New York City winds freeze our hands and feet. If you're like many...
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Nannies vs babysitters: The two most important things to consider

Making a decision about childcare is a necessity for many two income families. Sure, money is the first order of business. A couple's financial...
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Children's scooters: The good and bad points

Go into any middle-class neighborhood with families, like Carroll Gardens- Cobble Heights areas of Brooklyn or Washington Square Park in Greenwich...
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Bathing infants 101: Be gentle, careful, and sing

One of the most intimidating child carenecessityfirst time mothersfear is bathing their newbaby arriveshome from the hospital. This is normal for...
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Children's after school problems: Could it be afternoon slump?

If we could pick one time of day that's hard for most children, it would be after school. The boys are fighting in the living room about who gets...
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Read poetry to your children at bedtime

Reading books beforebedtimeis an important part of a child's daily routine. Listening to books read by the parent is a special timeto connect...
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Selecting a pet for your children.

Here is is a fun exercise for parents to do before selecting a pet for the children.Make a list of all the pets you've ever had and how old you...
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Toddler News: Discipline for toddlers should not cause fear

Although some infants are hard to handle, they are usually too immature to learn rules. Usually, parents begin to discipline their children as soon...
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Toddler News: Should you say "no" to your toddler?

As soon as your baby learns to walk, you begin your life as a disciplinarian. Disciplining is not fun, but it is a necessary part of good parenting...
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