Food warming tray or electric griddle Aluminum foil Crayons Paper Oven mitts Damp cloth Directions

15 to 20 minutes Materials PaperPencil or pen Directions Extensions Increase or reduce the number of dots before exchanging.Use the dots to create an interesting face.Count the steps from the kitchen to the bedroom and make a map using the dots for steps. Test out the map.

My mom always taught us ever since we were little girls that we should never depend on a man financially. She raised us to be self-sufficient. She preached about getting an education and prioritizing learning. She taught us that no matter how many things we buy or how much money we make, what we learn is something no one could ever take away from us. And those lessons stuck with me....

What exactly a developmental preschool is can vary, depending upon the region you are from and the context in which the word is being used. Sometimes, when someone refers to a developmental preschool, they are talking about one that is a play or socially based. A school where the focus is on play and socialization, rather than academics. Services Provided Developmental preschools or special needs preschools offer a full slate of services which can include (but are not limited to):...

Pre-Planning Your Diet During Pregnancy with Diabetes Ideally, you should have your blood sugar levels within good control three to six months prior to pregnancy. Good planning means following a diet and exercise plan and getting your blood sugar levels in good control. It’s also important that you are receiving management and diet education from your doctor, dietitian and a diabetes educator. During this time, your healthcare team will also assess your current medication regimen....

What Is Sadfishing? Journalist Rebecca Reid coined the term sadfishing in 2019 in a situation involving Kendall Jenner. Here’s what happened: Jenner posted on Instagram about having acne; and initially, the model received a great deal of sympathy from the online community. Then people realized that her posts were actually part of an advertising campaign for the acne medication, Proactiv. Reid labeled Jenner’s behavior sadfishing. Whether it was true or not, Reid accused Jenner of making exaggerated claims online for the sole purpose of gaining attention, likes, followers, or sympathy....

Here’s how you can determine your family’s fortunes right at the dinner table! Pass around paper and envelopes to everyone at the dinner table. Then have each person write down his or her forecast for the future. In the tradition of “cookie messages,” these fortunes should be generic enough to apply to everyone- for instance: “Smile, and you will make the whole world smile with you,” or “You can expect great things from people you do not yet know,” or “You will soon meet a bear....

Effort: Easy – no sewing required Materials: Vinyl (flannel-backed) orange tablecloth – 70" round Hoop skirt Orange or black pants Black permanent magic marker Scissors Orange hunter’s cap Orange earmuffs (if it’s cold outside) Orange poster board Cardboard for support Metal or wooden rod for sign Duct tape Stapler Black makeup Instructions: Find the center of the tablecloth. Cut a hole just large enough to get your child’s head through, making it as small as possible....

Containers that are partially full of hazardous materials (household cleaners, motor oil, paints, pesticides) should not be thrown in the trash or poured down the drain. Contact your local government to find out where you can safely dispose of hazardous household waste and/or if there is a hazardous waste collection program in your community. Have your children take part in collecting and participating in annual disposal drives and community recycling programs....

While fertility testing often starts with the female partner, the male partner may be surprised to learn he needs testing too. Is it really necessary? The answer is yes, it is necessary. If a couple is having difficulty getting pregnant, both partners should be evaluated. But what if the gynecologist already found fertility problems in the female partner? Even then, the male partner needs to be tested. A woman’s diagnosed fertility problem doesn’t give the male partner a clean bill of health....

But does obesity in and of itself cause miscarriage? It’s a question that many doctors, scientists, and women at risk struggle with, often blurring the line between what the research tells us and what we assume it to mean. What the Research Says From a research perspective, obesity is associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications, including miscarriage and recurrent miscarriage (as well as an increased risk of difficulty conceiving in the first place)....

Primarily focused on increased physical activity among kids whose families own dogs over non-pet owning households, the study found a spate of other benefits to dog ownership. According to Amy Morin, LCSW, psychotherapist and host of the Mentally Strong People Podcast, “Helping the family care for a dog can help young kids feel like they’re part of the team. They may feel empowered when they see that they’re able to help care for an animal by helping feed or walk the dog....

Is my child dyslexic or simply immature? The moment you suspect a problem, it’s a good idea to consult a pediatrician or a pediatric neurologist. For kids who are consistently disorganized and distractible or have serious difficulty with letters and words, early intervention can head off a lot of frustration and discouragement.

Parental deployment can stir up a variety of emotions in children, ranging from fear and anxiety to anger and sadness. And it can lead to a variety of academic and behavioral challenges for children. So it’s important for parents, caregivers, and other adults to recognize how military deployments affect children. Today’s Deployments Since the Vietnam War in the 1960s and ’70s, the military’s demographic has changed. At that time, only 15% of active-duty troops—who were nearly all men—were also parents....

Is your teen a music buff? Encourage his interests and talents with the following tips. Expose your teen to all kinds of music. Try listening to music that’s outside your usual range: classical (opera, symphonic, chamber music), pop, country, folk, ethnic music of other cultures, jazz – you name it! Seek out live music. Ask your son or daughter to attend a concert with you – let her choose the event....

Gauging what supplies you need can feel overwhelming, though. After all, there are multiple breast pumps to choose from, as well as milk storage bags, breast pumping bras, and more to consider. Whether you’re planning to pump exclusively, pumping to increase your milk supply, or pumping to relieve engorgement, you want to make sure you have everything you need to meet your breast pumping goals. To make the decision of what to buy and what to skip a little easier, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of breast pumping supplies....

Of course, if you consult a baby registry suggestion list, or ask a baby gear store, it probably sounds like your baby needs everything under the sun! Some parents want all of those cool baby products and gadgets that can make life with the little one more convenient. But for minimalists, parents on a budget, or new parents who are a bit overwhelmed, it’s OK to stick to the basics....