Great books for toddlers on the move

If you think about it, until a child learns to walk, life has a different meaning. Before walking, the child is wholly dependent on a parent for everything. Once a toddler is able to maneuver without anyone's help, it makes sense that the child will identify with and view other moving things with great fascination, especially if they make a loud and interesting noise.

In that spirit, this article’s reviewed books are for all the toddlers who love things that move. There will be a natural gravitation and interest in books that carry this theme.

Work & Family: How to Argue Less About Money

The struggle to find common financial ground between spouses is far from unique -- arguing over money is the number one cause of divorce. The arguing can also get worse after children arrive. However, being stuck in a money-fighting rut doesn't doom you forever. In fact, the path to peace is probably a lot easier than you think. Ready to get started?

New Kissy Kissy Lines Posted at Atterdag Kids

Now Available! New Kissy Kissy lines that have been added are "Anchors Away", "Cottage Rose",  “Purple Rose”, and  "Mini Floral ". Pictures below are previews of lines.

A guide to naming your baby

There's no way around it --- every baby needs a name! It isn't always an easy decision – everyone has input on the names you choose. This article presents 12 real-mom tips to make the process a fun and easy one.

Tooth Fairies: Tooth-Care Tips for Kids

While it may never be a blast for kids to brush their teeth, it doesn't have to be eat-your-brussels-sprouts awful, either. When they're infants, of course, you're steering the cavity-prevention ship, and "fun" isn't necessarily on the itinerary. As they get a little older and you want them to start learning good dental habits, things get trickier. But if you equip yourself with the latest gadgets, some yummy tooth goo, and a few classic motivational tricks, you can keep your children intrigued just long enough for them to shift into autopilot.
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Growing Up in the White House

While the new First Family is marching in the inaugural parade—carpenters, decorators, and movers, will be hard at work boxing up the Bushes and transforming the East Wing into the new Obama family home. What will life in the White House be like for Malia and Sasha?

A glimpse at the lives of other president's kids gives a sneak peek at what lies ahead.

Top Parenting Trends of 2009

For many of us, it is hard to believe that 2009 is upon us. But a new year brings new trends!

From elephants in nurseries to the Obama girls, find out about what people will be buzzing about in the year ahead.

Beautiful Baby Search

Live with Regis and Kelly is partnering with Gerber in a search for Beautiful Babies! Enter and your baby has the chance to appear on the cover of Parenting Early Years win $125,000 towards a college scholarship.

An additional $100,000 will be divided amongst 4 runners-up, to be used toward a college education. And, all 10 of semi-finalists will be awarded a year's supply of Gerber products customized for their child using the Start Healthy Stay Healthy nutrition plan, which helps provide nutrition guidance from birth to preschool.

All submissions must be received by 5pm ET on February 13th, 2009

Enter here!

Top 10 Kids' Health Issues to Watch

As 2008 comes to a close, Akron, Ohio, Children's Hospital has compiled "10 Kids' Health Issues to Watch" in 2009. This year's list includes both mental and physical health issues. However, one common thread factors into many of these issues and so became the country's focus of attention: the economy. The financial crunch, here and around the world, will undoubtedly affect the physical and mental health of parents and kids throughout 2009 - and beyond.

Will You Be a Good Mother?

Will I make a good mom? The question crosses many a woman's mind at some point in her life. Goodness knows, there are enough reasons for trepidation. Loss of control. Fear of sacrificing your own ambitions for your child. Fear of turning into your mother. Worries about how your relationship will change. Fear of realizing, too late, that you just aren't the type to be called "Mama."

It's easy for your imagination to run amok. You can't peek into a crystal ball to see whether you're cut out for the job. Your life, however, is rife with clues. Here, how to read them --whether you've just given birth or are waiting for your first baby.

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Tackle the Family Budget

The days of obsessively checking your tech stocks have likely given way to the somewhat more pressing need of getting through the day with the baby. Until you are able to emerge from the fog, make sure you're taking care of these bare-minimum money-saving strategies and getting any outside help you need.
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Child-Care Choices Guide

You've placed a want ad for Mary Poppins, but you're not sure of the best answer to your child-care prayers. Is a nanny your best bet? Would a daycare center better suit Junior?

This Child-Care Choices Guide offers the pros and cons of different scenarios to lead you to the best solution for your family.

Your Baby's First Holiday

You know your baby is the best gift you've ever gotten -- but how do you make this special time of year special for someone who won't even remember it?

You'll remember, so go for the magic. Here's what to do -- and what to skip -- for baby's first holiday.

Families with Style: What We're Doing for the Weekend

Before having kids, a "stylish" weekend probably included sleeping late on Saturday, taking in the latest movie or new cultural exhibit, throwing (or going to) a fab party and winding down with a long, leisurely brunch on Sunday.

While you may never get back that sleeping-in part, and the "fab" party may involve a trip to Build-a-Bear, family weekends can be as noteworthy as those from your pre-kid days ‑- with a little planning.

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Just Had a Baby? A Six-Week Survival Guide

Plenty has been written on just how to make it through the first few disorienting weeks at home with a newborn. The problem is, at the center of that maelstrom, who has the time to read all of it? This postpartum survival guide culls Fit Pregnancy's favorite experts' tried-and-true tips about how to make the best of this challenging rite of passage.

Here's what you'll need to know.

New Kissy Kissy Lines Now Available at AtterdagKids.com

Now Available! New Kissy Kissy lines that have been added are "Summer Safari", "Ready Set Go", and and "Garden Delight". Pictures below are previews of lines.

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Dressy Baby Holiday Fashion

Dress your baby up this holiday season. Browse this list of cute outfits and accessories for kids of all ages, as well as holiday tips at Parenting.com.

All the Trimmings! Included in the list is Baby LuLu’s Frances Rosy Dress in Blue. You can find out more about this and other designer baby clothes at AtterdagKids.com

The Balancing Act: What Kind of Mom Are You?

Are all Moms alike? We don't think so. We think each Mom has her own style of balancing life and work, kids and career, food and fun, home and office. What kind of Mom are you? How do you find the balance?

In the questions in this quiz, you are going to find out. We discovered four different general types of Moms who find the balance of their lives in different ways. We think you'll recognize yourself and some of your friends in these different groups. Then we'll suggest some resources to help you be a better Mom, based on your way of balancing the many demands on the modern Mom.

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Winterize Your Baby

Children under 5 get an average of eight viral infections per year, most of which occur between October and April. Why viruses (and bacteria) prefer the cold months is still not completely understood, but it probably has much to do with the fact that people are confined together indoors with less fresh air, allowing germs to hop from host to host.

It's inevitable that your baby will have his share of runny noses, sore throats, and sleepless nights this season -- and remember, his sick spells have nothing to do with your parenting! The good news: There are a few things you can do to minimize his risk and maximize his immunity.

Find out more by reading the full article.

Just in Time for Christmas: New Baby LuLu lines added at Atterdagkids

Get your Christmas shopping done early!

Some of the new additions recently added to Atterdag Kids Designer Baby Clothes collection of Baby Lulu collection is the Baby LuLu Round Flower Julia 2 PC Set is 100% Cotton with Aqua Trim and Felt Flower.

These make perfect gifts!