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Nanny 911

“Nanny 911” is a reality TV show which is geared toward helping parents learn how to manage their children. The stars are Nanny Deb, Nanny Stella, and Nanny Yvonne who go out to different homes, stay for a week, observe the conditions and routines within that home, and then decide what needs to be done. Each episode features a different nanny, as they rotate who goes to which home. The first day with the family, the nanny simply observes. Usually, the nanny is called in because the children are out of control and one or the other (sometimes both) of … Continue reading →

I Want to Know How to Get Conditioned

Welcome to Monday morning and to the next installment in our I Want to Know series. Mondays are hard days for me, at least lately, with my amount of time spent subbing increasing, I have to be more creative about getting my exercise in along with my writing and time with my daughter. A couple of weeks ago, I asked and you answered. Several of you wanted to know how to get in better condition whether it was just to tone up or to trim down. Exercise is a great way to get the body in shape, the mind sharper … Continue reading →

Five Tips for Being a Better Single Parent

If you were to ask 100 single parents what they wanted more than anything, most would agree to become a better single parent. The one parent household is real and with it, comes real challenges. For many single parents, life can feel defeating. In fact, just trying to stay on top of everything we need to do can become mind boggling. To give yourself a much-needed boost, I wanted to provide five tips that will help you be a better single parent. -Forgive – Even if you cannot forget, learn to forgive. One of the worst things you can do … Continue reading →

Stepfather – Preparing your Children

After going through a divorce or death of a spouse, chances are you will one-day, begin to date and perhaps even marry. For you, the prospect of starting life over again is a beautiful opportunity but keep in mind that even if your children love your fiancé and vice versa, marrying him is viewed by the children somewhat differently from you. Therefore, if you are planning to marry, it is important you prepare your children, answering questions and being honest about the changes to expect. Although it is difficult for the kids to grow up without a father, most people … Continue reading →

Parents– Take Back Your Life, Part Two

Welcome back! As promised I have ten more tips on how you can take back your life by simplifying your daily routine. (10) Let your kids help as much as possible. Tyler loves helping but sometimes he’s in my way. But I have had to learn to step back and let him help. The other night he wanted an omelet for dinner and he wanted to help and he begged and begged until I gave in. What I ended up doing is letting him beat the eggs and when the toast popped out he put jam on it. (11) Get … Continue reading →

Catnaps, Naps and Your Toddler

Napping is a wonderful and regular part of your baby and toddler’s life. As a newborn, your precious bundle will sleep a great deal more than he or she will be awake. Your newborn and infant will usually nap two to three times a day. As they get older, their naps will shorten or the frequency of them will. By the time you reach toddler stage, they will likely be having just one nap per day. My daughter often took a morning nap between 9 and 11 and then later a nap between 3 and 5. By the time she … Continue reading →