Tantrums, Fussing and Whining

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If you ask parents to list the most frustrating discipline problems during early childhood, you would find that these three items appear on every list. All children master their own version of these behaviors -- every parent has to deal with them!

Brush Your Teeth: Make Toothbrushing Fun

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Getting your children to brush their teeth may be a twice daily chore for your whole family. Many times it is met with fighting and tantrums from kids that just don't want to take a time out now in order to keep their mouth healthy for the remaining of their life. While it may seem impossible, there are things that you can do to help make brushing teeth a fun job for your children.

The Bedtime Switcheroo

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There's nothing like waking up in your own bed. This prank is sure to cause some early-morning confusion this April Fool's Day!

Bullying a Big Problem in Schools

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Some statistics about bullying in schools.

Single-Sex Classrooms: Coming Soon to Your Local Public School

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Are single-sex classrooms a step backward or a wise return to tradition?

End the Mommy Wars

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How to stay friends with other new moms, when you disagree about fundamental parenting ideas. Welcome to the Mommy Wars.

Simple Mommy Secrets to Choosing the Right Chores for Kids

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Several years ago I learned a Mommy Secret from my girlfriend about kids' chores that I've never forgot.

Top Tips for Raising a Terrific Toddler

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The toddler years are some of the most exciting and dynamic in all of childhood. During this stage, children experience extensive cognitive, emotional, and physical development.

New Mom Etiquette Challenges

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All new moms face etiquette-related challenges, more so than experienced mothers or childless women do.

Strict Parenting Can Produce Overweight Kids

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