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On buying toys: 1-2 year old
[18 November 2008] - There are a lot of values encompassing the ritual of gift giving and receiving such as learning about appreciation and thoughtfulness. Read more »Gift ideas: 6-8 year
[18 November 2008] -You child becomes more and more sociable and likes to interact with children and friends. A keen sense of curiosity and wanting to know how things works outlines your child's focus.
Read more »On buying toys
[18 November 2008] - With so many toys available on the market nowadays, looking for an ideal toy for a specific child can be a daunting task. Children’s needs and tastes vary considerably and so, what’s good for the goose, may not necessarily be good for the gander. The favourite birthday or Christmas toy also needn’t be an expensive one. I’m sure you have all laughed as one year old children often find the wrapping or box more fascinating than the gift Read more »The Pre-School Child
[17 June 2008] -According to one book this stage begins as soon as your child stops being "wayward, confusing and unpredictable" at least 60 percent of the time. This does not really bolster my moral at all. Although the pre-preschooler can still be tantrum prone, they should have mastered enough language to allow them to express themselves more often verbally.
Read more »If at first you don't succeed...
[03 December 2008] - Well as my first week of stay at home mother was a bit hectic, and I ended with resolutions to take the proverbial bull by the horns, I also decided to up the ante - on Monday I added a rabbit to the equation. Read more »The Story of my life
[24 March 2009] -My life as an addict - the influence on my family
This is the story of a mother who has been tested time and time again, and keeps on getting up. She shares her story with us; I thank her for her trust - Petro
My dearest daughter,
[19 February 2009] - The following was emailed to me the author is unknown to me.My dearest daughter,
The day that you see me old I ask that you
please have patience and that,
above all, you try to understand,
my dearest daughter...
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You are pregnant - Week 19-24
[17 July 2008] -You are now nearly halfway through your pregnancy; this is exciting times in your baby's development, and during this time you will start to feel the baby move. There are also a couple of things you would need to take care of before you get too pregnant such as a visit to the dentist; as it gets difficult to lie on your back and it is also said that you lose a tooth for every child you have. (Why I am not certain, so if anyone has any ideas shout.)
Read more »A change of course
[01 February 2010] -Divorce is a complex process. It causes pain to all concerned. As a divorced person and single mom of two I am acutely aware of the turmoil in families who are going through a separation/divorce. There is no easy way to manage this journey. There are no easy answers and you will have to face pain in some decisions that need to be made.
Read more »Toys 5-7 years
[23 August 2008] - We all want the best for our childrens and as that we want to make sure that we are able to provide them with a stimulating environment Read more »Tell us your story
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Your Pregnancy Bible
The most authoritative and up-to-date sourcebook on pregnancy and early parenthood, created by a team of experts – doctors, midwives, health visitors and researchers – under the direction of a practicing obstetrician.
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