Sometimes Less is More: Lessons From a 4-Year Old

There have been a couple experiences with my daughter lately that have taught me a lesson -- less is more.

The first one happened at the community easter egg... read more

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Pumpkin Pancakes

We love making pumpkin pancakes!

We add pumpkin mix (1 can) and a sprinkling of the following:
-- cinnamon
-- ginger
-- allspice
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Make Homemade Baby Food!

I had my son December 2006. We started solid foods around 6-months old. I was breastfeeding and worked full-time. My family and friends would tell me I was crazy when... read more

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Background TV Disruptive

Background TV disrupts toddler play
BOSTON (UPI)

-- Having the television on, even in the background, may be detrimental to a young child's development, U.S. researchers said.

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Thank You for Making Me a Mom!

Every Mother's Day, I give each of my children a copy of a favorite book to thank them for making me a mom. I write a special note to them... read more

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Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies

My favorite cookies...the dough is hard to resist too!

1 cup real butter - softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown... read more

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Sugar, Sugar, Sugar and More Sugar

Do you know how much sugar your child eats?
Chances are it's a lot more than you think. A peanut butter and jelly sandwich (whole-wheat bread), a cup of... read more

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Edible Play-Doh

Mix equal parts of peanut butter, honey and powdered milk. You can add a little flour so the dough is not as greasy. It makes for a great afternoon snack... read more

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Squares or Triangles?

Choice is HUGE when you are a kid. Giving choices helps a child to have control and "own" their decisions. I have found that one way to get my children... read more

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Embrace the Time You Have

For a child, a pre-teen, who may get bored just at the time you want some "me" time, here are a few ideas and thoughts from a Grandma.

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