If you are paying alimony, it’s an expense. It’s an amount that you need to pay every month, just like the rent, the car payment, or the telephone bill. It’s not optional. It’s not going to get lower just because you took a vacation last month. It’s a fixed amount of money that you will need to pay every month to your ex-spouse. Be fair. Your ex-spouse depends on it for his or her expenses every month....
More: 8 Steps to Take Before Trying to Conceive Parents-to-be can put a lot of pressure on themselves to determine the perfect time to have a child. They can often feel like this is a big decision that should be scheduled and prepared for and planned. The thing is, we all know what they say about best laid plans… No matter how ready or not we feel like we are to parent a new baby, sometimes life has other plans for us....
In Italian, the word “amara” means “bitter.” In the Igbo language, which is spoken in Nigeria and other parts of Africa, the name means “grace.” And in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India, Amara means “deathless” or “immortal.” How Popular Is the Name Amara? Though the name Amara has long been used in Asia and Africa, it has only been popular in the United States for about 20 years. It first appeared among the top 1,000 girl names in the U....
It’s exciting to know you can nourish your baby, no matter what feeding choice works best for your family. You can’t know exactly what your infant feeding experience will be like or what resources you will need until you’re immersed in the experience (e.g., after your baby has arrived). However, you can become aware of the options ahead of time so that you know where to find resources when you need them....
What family stories are most important to preserve for my children? To get started, spend some time interviewing or emailing your relatives to get the important stories recorded. Grab the oldest photo albums you have and review them with family elders to figure out who’s who, or sit down at the computer and type your own memories of key moments. Remember, the point of photos and videos is to tell stories, but they rarely tell the whole story....
While a used car seat might save money, it could also compromise safety. Most often, experts recommend buying a new car seat, due to potential safety issues with used car seats. However, if you’re considering a used car seat, confirming a variety of important details can make using one safer. Learn more about the safety concerns of using used car seats and how to know if the one you’re considering using is safe....
Kids love to exhibit their creations. Now your child can create her own way to display her artwork! Materials needed:· 2 wooden clothespins· 5 popsicle sticks· 2 magnetic strips (sold in packages at local craft stores)· Craft glue· Tempera paint· Small paintbrush· Glitter, markers, ribbons, etc. What to do: Step One: Paint each clothespin. Even though a clothespin is a small surface to work with, there’s still tons of room for creativity....
5 to 10 minutes Materials Balloons Directions Extensions When the balloon is electrified, it can be used to attract and lift your hair.Blow up balloons of different colors and stick them to the wall in similar groupings.Inflate them so that some are larger and sort onto the wall by size.
Effort: Fairly easy some sewing required Materials: Black felt (you’ll need a piece that’s half as long as your child, and as wide as the span of his or her arms) Glitter Glue Baseball hat Baseball shirt, pants, and shoes Reflector tape Instructions: To make the bat ears, cut four triangles out of felt (2" x 4"). Sew the triangles together on two sides. Turn the triangles inside out so that they stand up....
This medical diagnostic handbook, currently in its fourth edition, is internationally used and recognized. When the DSM was revised in 1994, some changes were made. Previously, the category of pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), which includes autism, was coded or classified with other long-term stable disorders that have a poor prognosis. Now PDD has been classified with more transient, temporary, and episodic clinical disorders. This is a positive move that reflects what current research is now showing: that there is a possibility of improvement with intervention, and that symptoms can vary in intensity....
Whether you’re looking for a fun DIY project or you just want to know exactly what is in the playdough your kids are enjoying, there are many simple recipes you can use. Keep in mind that making and playing with playdough requires adult supervision at all times. This is especially true if your little one still tends to put things into their mouth or they are having too much messy fun pouring the ingredients all over your kitchen....
A story as cute as its title character Title: UnlovableAuthor: Dan YaccarinoPublisher: Henry Holt and Company Picture book; Ages 3-7 I love dogs, so it’s no surprise to me that I loved Unlovable. But even if your kids aren’t crazy for canines, Unlovable will warm their hearts to Alfred the pug. This touching story keeps readers in suspense while we wait for a turn of events in Alfred’s life. Alfred thinks that he’s unlovable because the other animals don’t like him....
In more severe cases, the frenulum may be attached close to the tip of the tongue, preventing the tongue from sticking out past the baby’s gums. The tongue may even look heart-shaped when the baby cries or tries to push it out. However, a baby with a tongue-tie may be able to breastfeed without any problems, or they may have trouble latching and sucking at the breast. However, these issues can often be resolved with simple treatments....
While breast milk has long been known to decrease the likelihood of certain diseases and promote physical and mental development, a recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association connects breastfeeding with lower blood pressure in the preschool years, too. This news comes on the heels of movements trying to reduce the pressure parents feel to breastfeed—especially as we transition from “breast is best” to “fed is best” to be inclusive to all parents....
