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8 Tips For Getting Your Kids Packed for Summer Camp
The first year I sent my children to camp, I began preparations several months in advance. I ordered the camp logo items, purchased horseback riding boots, and soccer cleats (for a child who hates soccer and thinks horses are smelly), and had labels ironed or sewn into every last sock. Now, five years later, I pack two days before the trunks leave, and it couldnt be easier. Here are some of my tips for organizing for camp without the hassle:
Getting Your Child to Sleep While on Vacation
Vacation. Its a great time for families to experience new things and have fun adventures, but it can also wreak havoc on a childs sleep routine. Sleeping in a new place is never easy and you can expect that there will be interruptions to the sleeping patterns that your children have become so accustomed to. Knowing this going in – in addition to the tips below – will make for a smoother transition and a better vacation time for all!
5 Hidden Reasons You’re Having Trouble Getting Pregnant
The road to motherhood can be one of the most magical and stress-inducing times all at once. If you are thinking of becoming pregnant or have already started trying but haven’t been successful, there may be some hidden reasons why. As a family physician, I see thousands of women each year and many of my…
My Baby Is Not Getting My Husband’s Last Name
If the parents of a baby don’t share the same last name, why should the baby automatically receive the father’s last name? It’s old school and annoying: my baby will be getting my name. Period.
Getting a Child with Autism to Try New Things
My son is a strange mixture when I comes to trying new things. What happens with children with autism? In general, children with autism stick to the things that they like and the things that comfort them. This is, of course, true for all children, but especially for children with autism. This often leads to…