Raquel Farrell-Kirk
Though I was born in the Caribbean I have lived in the United States for almost 20 years. I love art and psychology and was able to combine these by becoming an art therapist. Currently on a leave of absence, I would love to devote more time to writing.
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The Real Price of Leaving the Kids with Your HusbandA real life, humorous account of one dad's efforts to hold down the fort
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How to Host a Successful PlaydateTips for planning a playdate that will be enjoyed by all
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What an Expectant Mother Needs to Pack for the HospitalStraightforward information on items an expectant mother is likely to use during her delivery and hospital stay.
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Tips on Understanding and Encouraging Your Child's Artistic DevelopmentThis article introduces readers to Viktor Lowenfeld's stages of artistic development. It also provides the author's suggestions for art activities that parents can share with their child at each stage.
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What is Art Therapy?Learn more about this up can coming mental health field. Basics about art therapy, and how to become an art therapist are included, as well as a link to the national art therapy association.
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Top 5 Gifts for Women Under $25This gift guide will help you find something special for all the women in your life. From your grandmother to your girlfriend, your sister to your sweetheart, the right gift is in this guide, and in your budget.
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Top 5 Gifts for Women Under $25This gift guide will provide suggestions for presents to please everyone from your grandmother to your girlfriend without breaking the bank.
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Are You a Bad Mommy?We live in a competitive world and moms often feel pressured to have it all and do it all. High expectations are even placed on toddlers. To get some perspective on this trend read this article.
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Tips for Successful ChildbirthThis article covers the basics of preparing for labor with introductory information on three common childbirth philosophies, tips for planning ahead for the big day, and most importantly, words of encouragement for the mother to be.
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Birthday Party Themes for GirlsGet ideas from another mom about how to select a theme and pull it off inexpensively. Includes specific ideas for invitations, party decor, party food and party favors.
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Birthday Party Themes for BoysFind suggestions for party themes that can be pulled off inexpensively. Tips include specific insturctions for invitations, party decorations, party favors and even menu items that will showcase your theme.
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Living with Your Child's Food AllergiesThis article is based largely on hard earned personal experience and self education to try and deal with my son's life threatening food allergies.
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Alphabet Lesson Plans: Teaching Your Preschooler at HomeGet specific lesson ideas for teaching pre-school aged children the alphabet. Based on personal experience with my own children and as a state-certified art teacher, these ideas are practical and can be implemented with simple materials.
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Living with a Child with Food AllergiesThis article provides tips and resources, including children's books, for parents adjusting to a child's food allergy. It also includes important information for adults who encounter food allergic children in their community.
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Planning Your Child's Birthday PartyThis article will help organize your party planning. It provides an overview of all the factors you need to address to have a fun, affordable birthday party. Includes safety tips, theme ideas, and web resources.