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I recommend DEKA paints from Decart, Inc. You’ll find DEKA-Transparent paint, a professional-quality, solvent-based glass paint; DEKA-Translucent, a water-based glass paint; and DEKA-Outline Paste, which is also water-based and used to create the “leading” for a stained-glass look. The outline paste comes in black, gray, silver, and gold. Make sure whatever you buy is specifically formulated for glass, and read the directions carefully for drying and cleanup. You’ll need to know whether water is sufficient for cleanup or if you’ll need a solvent....

Hands-on pumping helps mothers who may be struggling with volume produce more milk at each pumping session. If you have a baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care, have had a premature baby, or need to pump, this technique of combining pumping hand expression and breast massage (“hands-on pumping”) has been shown to increase milk volume by 48%. Using Hands-On Pumping When using hands-on pumping to increase milk supply, you’ll massage both breasts before you pump and during your pumping sessions....

Plain popcorn kernels for air poppers Fruit and fig bars “Lite” or “reduced-fat” microwave popcorn Low-fat granola bars and chewy cereal bars (preferably calcium-fortified and with 2+ grams of fiber) Oat bran pretzels and baked chips Lower-fat whole grain crackers Animal crackers, ginger snaps, and graham crackers Raisins and other dried fruit Frozen fruit pops and sorbet Trail mix Flavored rice cakes Soy crisps Also, use our Snack Finder to decide on healthy alternatives to fattening favorites....

Kitchen and nature crafts present many inexpensive and fast projects that make excellent gifts. Foods are nice for the person who has everything, since they are consumed and you can simply make more next year! There are certainly more ideas for gifts than we can even begin to describe in this article – but here are a few to get you started: Force spring bulbs in a pretty container in time for Christmas....

When you breastfeed in the side-lying position, you lie on your side and place your baby down alongside you on their side. You and your child will be facing each other belly to belly with your baby’s head at the level of your breast and their feet toward your feet. When to Breastfeed in the Side-Lying Position The side-lying breastfeeding position is an excellent choice whenever you want to feed your baby lying down....

Yes, I’m Jewish. Yes, my son is Jewish (or at least, the half he gets from me is). And yes, he went to a Catholic daycare center that threw the baby Jesus a Christmas party. I knew this could, and would, happen. So, the awkward holiday encounter was completely expected. If you’re wondering why a Jewish mother would enroll her child in a Catholic pre-k, the answer is simple – it was the best of the many, many centers I visited....

My transition into a working mom meant I needed to grieve the life I used to have and accept the slower pace. It’s taken years to not feel bitter and resentful but here’s how I finally realized reaching my dreams faster does not necessarily mean a better journey. I focus on taking it one small step at a time How do you eat an elephant? Swallowing it whole or taking one bite at a time?...

TANF replaces the federal programs previously known as welfare and enables states to offer a wide variety of social services. One significant change from the old welfare system is that TANF recipients must participate in work activities in or to receive benefits. This means that parents receiving TANF must be employed in some capacity, be working toward employment, or taking classes aimed at increasing their long-term employability. Recipients may also be eligible for:...

When this happens, you often find yourself faced with a cranky baby, a screaming toddler, or a grumpy preschooler. Learn how to determine when overstimulation is the culprit and what to do to address the situation. What Is Overstimulation? Overstimulation happens when children are swamped by more experiences, sensations, sounds, and activities than they can cope with. For instance, a newborn baby might start crying after a family gathering where they have been cuddled by lots of strange grownups....

Tantrum Tip #1: Bring Snacks Photo source: Flickr/Heather Morris Think about it, we can all get a little cranky if we feel hungry. The same idea might hold true for your little one, especially if they’re surrounded by the sights and smells of the grocery story. To avoid hunger-related tantrums, plan ahead by packing a few snacks in your purse. Tantrum Tip #2: Create Distraction Photo source: Flickr/lpnphotography Toddlers have a short attention span, and if you catch a tantrum at just the right time, you might just be able to distract your child completely....

How long the process takes varies from person to person based on their individual situation, such as how long they have been producing breast milk. Generally, the longer you have been nursing, the longer it will take to dry up your milk. In fact, some breastfeeding parents report being able to express small amounts of breast milk long after their child has stopped nursing. Methods for ceasing breast milk production include decreasing or avoiding nursing or taking certain medications....

How to Monitor Your Teen Online Naturally, most parents feel it is their job to make sure their teen is behaving appropriately online. The key is to check on your teen’s digital devices without being intrusive or spying. Ideally, you will establish your rules regarding monitoring ahead of time while explaining that it is for their safety and protection. Generally speaking, making spot-checks here and there is the best approach. In the end, you know your teen better than anyone....

Unfortunately, while spring might have arrived, cold season isn’t over. Plus, spring allergies are upon us, which means we’re about to be right in the middle of sniffle season. If you’re concerned about how to keep your family safe (and clean) this spring, we’re here to help. Here are some tips to keep your kids wearing their masks—even when it’s uncomfortable—so that the whole family can stay safe. Start By Re-Emphasizing Why Masks Are Important Even when your children are sick, it’s important that you stay consistent when emphasizing the importance of wearing a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic....

Most children have occasional bad moods and misbehavior, whether they have visited a grandparent recently or not. Parents may be falsely attributing a bad mood to the hangover from a grandparent visit. Still, grandparents should strive to preserve their grandchildren’s bedtime routines during sleepovers, as well as expecting grandchildren to meet normal expectations for behavior. Grandparents who resist spoiling the grandchildren too much have the best chance of getting to repeat the sleepover experience....

Tics are considered involuntary movements. There are a wide variety of tics, ranging in type and severity of expression: Facial grimacingGrunting or clearing throat, clicking Rapid eye blinking,Shoulder shrugging or a jerk of the head or shouldersShouting, making snort sounds, blurting obscenities Impact on Learning Children and teens experiencing Tourette syndrome may be frightened or embarrassed by the disruptive nature of their tics while at school. When Tourette’s is not understood by teachers, school staff and other students, the child with Tourette’s may face rejection or ridicule....

This is one of those stages that can be very challenging for a parent or caregiver. Your child isn’t talking (much) yet, so it’s hard to figure out what they need. As frustrating as it is for you, though, it’s even more frustrating for your toddler. Part of dealing with whining involves patience. The other part involves helping your child learn to communicate and removing triggers that lead to whining....

Buy a Tool Set I don’t mean a toy toolset. I mean a real toolset. It doesn’t have to be a large set but should include a Phillips head screwdriver as well as a regular screwdriver, a pair of pliers, a wrench, and a small hammer. If you want to get fancy (which you might find you need to do), buy a set that has a screwdriver with interchangeable bits since that will be more versatile....

Using his allowance as initial capital, your child can start a small business and learn the various aspects of handling money and making a profit. Teaching your children entrepreneurial skills may be the best thing you can do for their future. There are some great resources for teaching kids about money and helping kids earn and handle their own money. You might want to pick up a copy of The Kid’s Guide to Money: Earning It, Saving It, Spending It, Growing It, Sharing It or Better Than A Lemonade Stand: Small Business Ideas for Kids by 15-year-old Daryl Bernstein....