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The Great Kindergarten Debate

posted Monday, November 2, 2009 |

filed under: toddlers

Last year, my kindergarten-age son came home upset that he couldn't read a chapter book like his best friend. I was thrilled that he was ready, and the Biscuit books were right on target with his reading skills, according to his teacher. Turns out his friend was a full year older than he is. His parents had held him back a year -- a difficult decision many parents face every year.

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Halloween Costumes Are Cruel to Babies

posted Saturday, October 31, 2009 |

filed under: holidays

Dressing tiny defenseless babies in costumes is cruel and unusual punishment.

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Whose Kid is THAT?

by michelle kemper brownlow posted Friday, October 30, 2009 |

filed under: toddlers

Shoppers are staring. Spaghetti sauce is covering aisle 6 ... (sigh) and my shoes. His siren-like scream has moms from three counties speed-dialing Child Protective Services. He flails his body, hits his head, and screams louder. The moms who haven't called for backup are giving me "that look." Admit it, you would be, too.

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A Bed Built for Two

by diana landen posted Friday, October 30, 2009 |

filed under: love & sex

I love sleeping without my children. I love snuggling up to my husband and talking about my sexual fantasies. I love having our own bed, a space for sex and sexuality.

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Don't Be Overwhelmed by Toys!

by lara shriftman posted Thursday, October 29, 2009 |

filed under: toddlers

Does your baby have enough toys? The right ones? Are you teaching him the right skills for his age? One mom shares some expert advice on learning-through-play guidelines, along with a list of the best toys for every age and stage.

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Kids' Music that Doesn't Suck

by elizabeth thorp posted Wednesday, October 28, 2009 |

filed under: kid-friendly entertainment

Do the Wiggles make you break out in hives? After seven years, I've collected the best children's music that doesn't make you want to poke your eye out.