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Nia Vardalos on Adoption and Becoming an “Instant Mom”
When I found out Id get to interview Academy Award nominated screenwriter and (fabulous) actress Nia Vardalos, I actually let out a girlie squee. This wasn’t just because shed written and starred in two of my favorite movies – My Big Fat Greek Wedding and My Life in Ruins. Mainly, I knew wed get along because of three things: 1. We are both Libras 2. We both love Imagination Movers (and think theyre hot)
How to Help Your Child Transition to New Childcare
With several arrivals and departures of child care providers in our house this past year, Im considering serving dinner on airport trays.
Survey Says…”X.”
When I was a kid, my mom had this thing about x-rays at the dentist. Every time my brother and I went for our annual teeth cleaning and check-up, the dentist wanted to take x-rays of our mouths, and every time my mother would refuse to let him. I didnt mind – I hated having to bite down on that plastic thing shoved inside my cheek, and the lead vest they put over my torso always made me nervous.
Signs of Appendicitis in Young Children
Most parents have heard at least one horror story about a child whose stomachache turned out to be appendicitis, requiring a rush to the hospital and emergency surgery. Appendicitis, or inflammation of the appendix, can be a life-threatening problem and requires immediate medical attention. While you shouldn’t panic every time your child says his tummy hurts, you should familiarize yourself with the signs of appendicitis.
Stomach Pains in Children
Stomach pain is an exceedingly common medical complaint among young children. Because of the overly common nature of this complaint, identifying the cause of and dealing with stomach pain often proves challenging. Depending upon the nature and severity of your child’s stomach pains, the cause could range from something serious to something that is completely in his head.