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The Rain Race

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

I was watching cartoons (Charlie & Lola) with my kids today when I saw the coolest idea for something to have kicking around the house.
It was a box decorated with rain drops and on it it said, “This box contains a rain race. The aim is to finish every single game before the rain stops.”

Marv: […]

Toy Recalls 2008

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

One look at the list of the latest toy recalls (here) and you quickly come to realize that being a smart and informed consumer is not always protection enough from faulty manufacturers and improper designs. Get a group of parents talking about toys and there are bound to be some horror stories that quickly come […]

Car Seat Saftey Checklist

Sunday, June 17th, 2007

They say that roughly 70% of car seats are installed or used improperly rendering them ineffective in the event of a car crash. As parents we are responsible for a whole multitude of safety issues for our children and too often car seats and their ability to protect our children are taken for granted. […]

Cloth vs. Disposable - the real answers to your questions.

Friday, June 15th, 2007

You have thought about it. One of your friends does it. So what is the difference? Why use cloth? There are many advantages and even some disadvantages to using cloth diapers. Here is a brief look at what it takes to make the switch.
The Lingo

AIO - All-in-one: meaning that the cover for the diaper is […]

Get Your Children to Listen to You - Everytime You Speak!

Thursday, June 14th, 2007

Top communicators use a simple principle that guarantees that their kids take notice of them. They use the proximity principle to great effect.
I learned about the proximity principle as I observed good communications and behaviour management practice of children by adults (both teachers and parents) over a period of time. The

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