Real Clever Moms

I’ve recently found a sewing blog I love… despite the fact that I don’t have a daughter, and I barely have time to sew. Nevertheless, Kathleen’s sweet creations inspire me, and I love the fact that in addition to sewing for her girlies, she also finds time to sew giveaways. Check out the Pinata Pinafore […]

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Most of us have heard the saying “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” and it’s certainly true especially when it comes to children. Studies have shown that children who eat a balanced breakfast are more alert in school, perform better and in many cases are less prone to bad behavior than […]

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Children go through difficult periods when their self esteem is challenged by their peers. The pressures of fitting in with cliques, wearing certain clothes, and keeping up appearances are overwhelming.
If your child shows signs of low self-esteem, take immediate action to counterbalance his or her feelings of obscurity. Here are some ways to help raise […]

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Even in today’s health-savvy society, the number of overweight children is on the rise. Too many children are dining on fast food and sitting in front of the television for hours watching their favorite shows or playing video games. This opens the door to a lot of problems, including the risk of becoming […]

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For many of us, this day just seems to rush up on us. We’ve known for years that our babies will be going to kindergarten but when the time comes, many of us are unprepared. It’s definitely an emotional time for both parents and kids, but it’s important to help our little ones […]

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Hitting is a common form of aggression in children. Sometimes children hit in self defense, but other times hitting may occur for reasons that even you and your child don’t understand. Nevertheless, it’s a behavior you’ll need to curtail.
Over a period of time, you will be able to correct hitting. It is a process, so […]

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Looking for ways to encourage your child to be more active? Give one of these ideas a try!
Seek out local resources
More than likely, your community has a host of opportunities that encourage children to be active. At community-sponsored recreation centers, you can find a variety of facilities that often include swimming, a fitness area, […]

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Junk food includes items such as: potato chips, candy, chocolate, artificially flavored drinks and many pre-packaged foods. Junk food is appealing to kids because of its taste, color and appearance. Some junk food companies regularly target children with enticing ad campaigns for fast food and empty calories.
Parents can easily get sucked into the junk food […]

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Are we there yet??! Road trips with kids are definitely one of life’s most interesting experiences. If you plant to travel by road this summer with a car full of kids or even one, these tips will help you keep them entertained and keep your sanity in the process.
Make Comfort a Priority – Making your […]

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A cruise can be a great family vacation. There are even cruise companies which cater particularly to families, and there are plenty to choose from.
You should take your time and look around for the right cruise company. Look for family friendly companies that offer built-in kid’s play areas and programming. These are child friendly […]

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