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“They Should Have Beat Me More” - The Cycle of Physical Abuse

In December, 2005, I conducted a two-day workshop with men who had recently been released from prison for domestic violence. With the men were their wives, as well as the father of a batterer who was still in prison.The father, Douglas, sat in front...
Margaret Paul, Ph.D.December 28, 2005

Breast Or Bottle – Which Is Right For You

There are lots of decisions to make when there’s a baby on the way. One of the most controversial is the ever raging “breast or bottle” debate.
Sarah VedaDecember 02, 2005

Breastfeeding - Breast is Best

Women have been feeding their children this way from the beginning, and it is of course natures intended food, therefore the best nourishment for your child.
Declan TobinApril 08, 2005

Create Tax Savings And Transfer Wealth To Your Child With A Roth IRA

Parents must give serious thought to protecting their family through estate tax planning. While life insurance and trusts should be a part of every plan, Roth IRAs can be a simple tool for passing money to your child on a tax-free basis.
Richard A. ChapoJanuary 22, 2005

Power Foods for a Powerful School Lunch

There isn’t a school day that goes by that I worry about my son’s lunch. Of course, I ask myself the usual questions: Is he eating what he has in the bag? Will he trade his apple for a cookie?
Evan L. Mestman, MS, RD, CDE, CDNAugust 30, 2004

To Vaccinate or Not To Vaccinate?

The question that crosses over parents mind is "should we vaccinate our children or shouldn't we?" The problem is that there is so much controversy surrounding whether vaccinations are safe or not, a parent can find themselves...
Pat BrillNovember 06, 2006

The Splash List: Getting Ready for Your Baby’s First Bath

I was scared to give my baby her first bath, but being totally prepared made it a smooth and special event! After bathing her and two newborns after her I’m a pro, but that basic set-up is still essential to newborn bathing success!Here’s...
Kristen HartSeptember 01, 2006

Common Household Products That Can Poison Your Children

In the United States alone, someone is poisoned every few seconds. 40% of these cases involve children under the age of 3. 50% of these cases involve children under the age of 6.
Reverend Brenda HoffmanSeptember 08, 2005

New Mom...New Baby...New Debt??

Ah, there is nothing like being an expectant mom. Along with your expanding waistline comes the ever growing list of products for you and your new bundle of joy.
Susan KoinerMay 20, 2004

Family Night on a Budget!

When you and your family are on a tight budget, sometimes one of the first things to be cut out is money for entertainment. When our 3 children were small, my husband and I always tried to find fun things to do as a family that didn't make a...
Cyndi RobertsApril 02, 2004