Jennifer A
Cheap Therapy – Ball Pit!
My son loves the ball pit at the local My Gym. it is the one thing he gravitates to every time we are there and it calms him down. After pricing everything through a therapy catalog, it would be at least $250 or more to recreate one at home. So I found a frugal option [...]
Pierced ears for little girls need extra TLC
Little girls always seem to look cuter with pierced ears. In some cultures, its tradition to pierce newborn girl's ears. Since the child who had their ears pierced will not be participating in the care, extra time and care needs to be taken to make sure that they do not get infected or cause other [...]
Finding your Roots – Starting a Family Tree
You want to start a family tree, but do not know where to begin? Here are some simple steps to start you on your way.
Find out if anyone in your family has started a family tree. This will save time and frustration on your part. No need to duplicate work! If someone has started a tree, [...]
Being an Advocate for Children with Allergies
Photo by Waldo Jaquith
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, I am a mom sharing what has worked for me. Always consult with you family doctor/pediatrician before making any changes or if you have questions. The web can be a good place for info, but it should not be your final stop.
As a mom with [...]
Getting help for your child – next steps to take
My family faced an uphill battle getting my son Jimmy help to work on correcting a speech delay and other developmental issues. There are several resources to look into to get help for your child; no trashing of doctor's offices necessary.
Begin with your pediatrician or family doctor. They can help evaluate if there is a [...]
Chores and the Special Child
Chores seem to be one hotly debated topic by moms; on the internet, at mom's group, in magazine articles and real life. Do you expect kids to do chores? Do you pay them for everyday chores or ones above the norm? Is it part of running a household and they MUST pitch IN?
Now, how do [...]
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