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Introducing your baby to solids is an exciting time, but not one to rush. “The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends 6 months of age as a good time to start with solid foods,” explains registered dietitian, Colette Raymond of Colorado Springs, Colorado…. More
A couple of years ago, I was talking to some girlfriends. We were a long way from 1991 and neck-deep in the throes of motherhood. Everything seemed to revolve around our children. When was the last time that we had taken a vacation without them? I remember when. My honeymoon. Because three months later, I was pregnant…. More
MomCave’s Jen shares a peek into all the stuff in her messy mom car. Mom Mobiles are full of stuff and kids. Carting kids around in a car or minivan to and from school and activities can leave it’s mark.
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Remember the days when pretty much all you had to complement what you learned in grade school were flashcards and games on Sesame Street and The Electric Company? Today, however, elementary school children can immerse themselves in awesome, interactive learning apps that run the gamut from virtual painting to beginning astronomy. Suzann Connell, a Southern California-based author and teacher states that, “Apps are students’ first choice to focus on educational content.”… More
Many parents wonder if their child has ADHD, but they have a difficult time being able to decipher what is normal and abnormal behavior. The truth is that diagnosing a child with ADHD takes time, patience, and thoroughness.
“When it comes to ADHD diagnosis, we don’t exactly have a blood test. It’s based on observation and there’s no conclusive diagnosis,” noted Anna Stewart, a special needs resource guide for Empowering Solo Moms Everywhere (ESME). In addition to helping the online community there, she has a son with ADHD. “The process is a questionnaire that is meant to be completed by different adults in different settings, by parents, teachers, etc., to see if there’s consistent reporting of the concerning behavior from multiple perspectives.”… More
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