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Daily Archives: August 29, 2013

New Sibling Tips

This entry was posted in Ages 2 to 5 Ages 6 to 9 Baby-Toddler Life Skill Parenting Tips Siblings and tagged family Sibling on August 29, 2013 by Vicky Keston

We walked into our pediatrician with a brand new baby, a bit tired, but already knowing to ask for the room with a comfortable glider. Jane Anderson, our pediatrician at the time, is a mother of five and grandmother, and gave me this advice. Don’t feel guilty about sharing your time with the second child. […]

Top Ten Preschool Lunches 4

This entry was posted in Ages 2 to 5 Feeding-Nutrition Parenting Tips and tagged family preschool on August 29, 2013 by Vicky Keston

These are my son’s favorite lunches. My criteria: a child can eat these independently, no heating required. Some items are better for older preschoolers, and others for younger. Try not to pack containers that you’ll be upset about losing, as this seems pretty common. Do label your lunchbox (or monogram it), as well as […]