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Dealing with Unwanted Parenting Advice
How to stop the steady stream of baby advice without creating a war with your family and friends.
by: Elizabeth Pantley
Handling Unwanted Baby Advice
- Sometimes it’s best to just smile, nod, and make a non-committal response instead of starting an argument.
- Don’t fight every little piece of advice–pick your battles.
- Quote a doctor. Many people accept a point of view if a professional has validated it.
- Have a standard response and use it whenever unwanted advice comes your way.
- Sometimes being vague helps–try avoiding confrontation by providing an elusive response.
hile an occasional, well-meaning comment may be okay, too much unsolicited parenting advice can be annoying and put a strain on relationships. Here are 10 ways to respond to unwanted baby advice: To view the full story click here.
Great Gifts for Moms
Treat the moms in your life to a gift designed to make their lives a little easier this Valentine's Day.
by: Sydney Loney
Mom Gifts
- Baby food dvds
- Shopping cart cover
- Eco bath products
- Nursing cover
- Nursery wall art
h5>1. Baby food cooking classes on dvd 
If you want to try your hand at homemade baby food but aren’t sure where to start, just pop a Mommy Chef dvd into your machine and press “play.” You can enjoy a baby food cooking class from the comfort of your couch. In addition to recipes, both dvds include info on topics such as infant nutrition and addressing allergies, and come complete with handy recipe cards for future reference.
Holiday Traditions
Create your own family traditions this holiday season with potluck ideas, apple cider recipes and more.
by: Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Holiday Traditions
- Plan a family potluck and have each person attending bring a recipe for their contribution.
- Make homemade gifts and encourage your kids to help.
- Create a holiday apple cider and serve it every year.
- Volunteer as a family–it’s a great way to show children of all ages the true meaning of Christmas.
oliday traditions make for fond memories and great stories. Traditional holiday meals and rituals from your past are a great place to start, but it’s fun to get creative and make some holiday traditions unique to your family. Here are some ideas to get you started: To view the full story click here.
Gift Ideas for Moms, Babies and Moms-to-be
Our annual gift guide will help you find cool stuff for all the moms and kids on your shopping list.
by: Sydney Loney
Gifts for Moms and Tots
- Funky maternity clothes that flatter the pregnant form.
- Elegant, earth-friendly fingerprint jewelery for moms, dads, grandparents, godparents, cool aunts...
- Stylish slings for baby-wearing made easy.
- Cool, eco-friendly dish sets your kids will love.
- Personalized CDs for kids–you just give them your child's name and they’ll send you the tunes.
t Just the Facts, Baby we've compiled some of our favorite products from companies created by parents because, let's face it, they're the pros when it comes to what moms and babies want most. Here are some great gift ideas, whether you're shopping for new moms, moms-to-be, or the toddler who has everything. To view the full story click here.
Baby Car Travel Tips
Some babies love nothing more than a mini road trip, but for other’s their car seat is akin to a mini torture device. Here’s how to make road trips more pleasant for even the most resistant traveller.
by: Nancy Ripton
Baby Car Travel
- Place your child in the car seat while you’re at home so she can become comfortable with it.
- Place a mirror or other interesting object on the back of the seat that your baby is facing.
- Many babies are soothed by adult music–especially softer hits such as the Beatles.
- Practice with short, pleasant trips when your baby is in a good mood. A few good experiences may help set a new travel pattern.
istening to your baby cry while you are trying to drive is challenging. But a few new ideas and a little time and maturity can help your baby become a happy traveler. Pick and choose from our list of car travel tips until you find one that works for your child. To view the full story click here.
