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Wonder Pets! The First Rescue!

Ok, this DVD is absolutely precious. Who could resist the sweet faces of the adorable turtle, ducky, and guinea pig that star in Wonder Pets! The First Rescue!, which is actually a little over an hour and a half long?!Here's the premise: a brood of cute preschool animals journey to far-away places with tour guides…

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How Many Calories a Day Should We Consume?

There are several factors that affect how many calories an individual should consume on a daily basis, including age, weight, height and activity level. Based on the variables, it might be difficult for a mom to plan a meal that fits everyone’s needs. One way to overcome meal-planning issues is to understand the basic calorie need for certain ages and activity levels.

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The Truth About Sex Addicts…Yikes.

Sexual addiction is defined obsession with sex that interferes with personal life, relationships or work. It can be described as an abnormally intense preoccupation with sex, and is often associated with risky behaviors and distorted thinking. If someone you know has signs of a sexual addiction, encourage the person to see a health care provider or join a support group to help overcome the addiction.

5 mins read

Help Your Child Through Disappointment

One of the most difficult moments Ive experienced as a parent is watching my child go through the feeling of disappointment. Witnessing the long sad face, red eyes, and tear-stained cheeks are almost as challenging to go through as the pain of giving birth! My first reaction was always to be overwhelmingly protective (the mama lion is on the prowl!) and wanting to find the person responsible and make them pay.

6 mins read

On Wanting More

Have you ever asked or prayed for something and promised yourself that if only you get through THIS, youll never ask for ANYTHING else again? I can recall only a few examples, but once I got through it, I prayed for something else. I did. If only I get myself out of this mess, Ill never want from anything else. Yah, whatever! That pot of gold always seems to be just around the corner, and once we get it, well never ask for anything else again. But truth is, we do ask.