Amy Kreger
Amy is a stay at home mom who resides in northern Minnesota. She has been married for 9 years and has 4 young children.
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5 Ways to Save Money on BreakfastBreakfast is the most important meal of the day, so don't waste it on refined foods that offer minimal nutrition. Save money and nourish your family with these easy tips! -
How to Update Your Home on a BudgetMost of us would like to update our homes, but money is tight and improvements may seem out of reach. Use these ideas to give your home a face-lift without a large financial investment. -
Questions to Ask Your Child's Kindergarten TeacherThis article serves as a guide for which questions parents should ask their child's prospective Kindergarten teacher.
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Vitacost Online Store ReviewVitacost provides an easy to use website that offers all of the major brands of health products at discounted prices.
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Green Living: How to Make Your Own Bone Broth or Chicken StockMaking your own bone broth provides many nutrients not available in commercial bouillon cubes. By making stock you get the most out of the entire chicken while giving a great boost to your overall health.
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Tips for Gardening with ChildrenGardening with children is a challenge. With some forethought and creativity you can make it an educational experience that also provides quality time for both parent and child.
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How to Make Organic Raw Cream CheeseThis is a very simple, natural recipe for making cream cheese. Making your own dairy products is cost-effective, good for the environment and great for your body.
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Book Review: Raising Baby Green by Alan Greene, MDThis book serves as a guide by pointing out items in the home that could be hazardous to baby and environment, ideas for how to replace them, and provides a discussion of the dilemmas that come with Raising baby Green.
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Azure Standard: A ReviewAzure Standard is a first rate supplier of natural and organic foods, including produce and bulk goods, cleaning supplies, houseware items and more. They provide quality customer service, a user friendly website and competitive prices.
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How to Make Organic Raw Milk YogurtMaking your own yogurt is surprisingly simple. If you have a few basic items, including a thermometer, cooler and some plain whole milk yogurt, you can make yogurt that is both inexpensive and delicious. -
My Home Waterbirth StoryThis article details the circumstances surounding the home waterbirth of my daughter, Lydia Kate.
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How to Know If Your Child is Ready for Piano LessonsThis article describes 3 signs to watch for if you are debating starting your child in piano lessons. It also explains practical tips for making piano lessons and practice times more enjoyable for children and parents.
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Goodbye Second TrimesterI both love and loathe the end of the second trimester of pregnancy.
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The Bradley Diet: How to Eat During PregnancyMaintaining a healthy diet is difficult for everyone, but this challenge is even more compounded during pregnancy.
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My Introduction to Raw MilkA woman I've known for many years recently asked me if I would like to have some raw milk. Raw milk? I didn't even know that you could buy raw milk.
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Journey to a Home Birth: Week 25I have decided to chronicle my journey to a home birth here on AC through a pregnancy journal.
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10 Foods Breastfeeding Mothers Should AvoidThis article discusses foods which a breastfeeding mother should avoid in order to promote optimal health for both herself and her baby.
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How to Make Homemade Garden SalsaThis article describes an easy way to make tasty, flavorful salsa using fresh ingredients from your garden.
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WAHMs: How to Find More Time for WorkThis article discusses the difficulties faced by WAHMs and ideas for finding more time for work.
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Why I Am Choosing Home BirthWhy am I choosing a home birth? In a nutshell, I was very disappointed with both of my hospital birth experiences. -
How to Use Water Contaminated with E-ColiA guide to what contaminated water may be used for and how to sterilize contaminated water for consumption.
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Cabbage: A Natural Home Remedy for MastitisCabbage provides a safe, inexpensive, natural way to treat mastitis.
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Tips for Keeping You and Your Toddlers Healthy During PregnancyThough a second-or-more time mom may be better prepared to handle some of these changes than a first-timer, she also faces a new and unique challenge: How to meet the needs of young children while still taking good care of herself and her unborn baby.
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What is Fifths or 'Slapped Cheek' Disease?This article discusses the causes and symptoms of fifths disease and how it effects children. -
A Guaranteed Method for Starting Your Charcoal GrillThis article discusses a guaranteed way for starting your charcoal grill. -
How to Bat Proof Your HouseThis article discusses ways in which the reader can eliminate a bat problem without calling a professional. -
How to Treat Tomato BlightThis article will discuss the causes and treatments of potato blight. -
How to Start a Fair Ministry in Your ChurchThis article discusses practical tips for launching a successful fair ministry.
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How to Start a Neighborhood Bible ClubThis article discusses how to recruit help and develop a curriculum for a children's neighborhood Bible club.
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How to Keep Your Toddler from Learning Bad Habits from His PeersThis article discusses ways in which a parent can prevent their child from emulating the negative behavior of his peers. -
How to Decide Whether or Not to Hire a Job ApplicantThis article discusses the characteristics and qualities an employer or supervisor should take into consideration when deciding whether or not to hire a particular job applicant. -
How to Confront and Correct an Employee's Sub-Par PerformanceThis article discusses 5 principles for confronting and correcting an employee's sub-par performance.
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Creative Storytelling Ideas for ParentsThis article discusses ideas that parents can use in order to make storytelling more exciting for them and their children. -
How to Get Started with Stampin' Up!This article discusses the items you need to get started with Stampin' Up card making. -
Dorset, Minnesota: The Restaurant Capital of the WorldThis article discusses Dorset, Minnesota, "The Restaurant Capital of the World." -
409 Versus Clorox All Purpose CleanersThis article discusses the differences between 409 and Clorox all purpose cleaners. -
Scofield Versus Zondervan Study BibleThis article discusses the differences between the Scofield and Zondervan Study Bibles. -
Moms: 5 Ways to Reduce Toxins in Your Breast MilkThis article discusses proactive steps which breastfeeding mothers can take to reduce the toxins that may be excreted to their babies via breast milk. -
Avent Verses the First Years Breast PumpsThis article discusses the pros and cons of the Avent and The First Years Breast Pumps.
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Soft Scrub Versus Comet CleansersThis article discusses the advantages and disadvantages to using Comet and Softscrub cleansers.
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Luvs VS. Walmart's Parent's Choice DiapersThis article compares the advantages and disadvantages of both Luvs and Parent's Choice diapers.
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A Guide to Shopping at Food Co-opsThis article discusses the benefits of joining a local food cooperative. -
SAHMs: 5 Ways to Organize Your LifeThis article discusses easy ways in which a stay at home mom can de-clutter her life and feel better about herself as a mom. -
Gardening Gear for the Beginner: 10 Items You'll NeedThis article discusses essential tools needed by the gardening beginner. -
Death in Christian FamiliesAnyone who has gone through the pain of losing a close family member or friend knows how painful it is to say "goodbye".
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Bible Character Study: SarahAbraham is considered the first missionary in the Bible. He left his home in Ur at God's instruction to go to a land he did not know. Sarah is then, in effect, the first missionary's wife.
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The Blessings of Being a Christian FamilyIntellectually, most of us realize that being part of a Christian Family is a blessing.
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How to Teach like JesusWe are all teachers in one way or another. Some of us teach Sunday school or Bible studies, others are full-time home schooling mothers.
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How to Host a Bridal ShowerIf you are a maid of honor, bridesmaid, or sister of a soon-to-be bride, the task of throwing a bridal shower may fall to you. -
Nouthetic Counseling: A Biblical Approach for Solving Emotional ProblemsSeveral types of counseling are available today to deal with every problem, real or imagined.
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What is Amniocentesis?This article explores the procedure, as well as the risks and benefits of amniocentesis. -
How to Determine Your Delivery Due DateThis article discusses how to determine your due date without seeing seeing a doctor. -
What Should I Wear? A Bible Study for Christian WomenAll women want to look beautiful and attractive. It is important for us as Christian women to dress in a way that makes us feel good and also pleases God.
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How to Make a Diaper CakeIf you are hosting a baby shower, a diaper cake makes a great gift, as well as a cute decorative centerpiece. Here is how it works: -
How to Host a Baby ShowerBaby showers are a great way to help a mom prepare for her new baby, as well as get together and have a good time with women and other mothers. -
What Gardening Has Taught Me About LifeI am by no means an experienced gardener. -
How to Prepare Your Garden for SummerSpring is in full swing and it's almost time to get those starter plants and seeds into the ground.
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Breastfeeding: Is it Supposed to Hurt This Much?The first time I heard someone say, "Breastfeeding, if done correctly, should never be painful." I laughed out loud.
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Getting Started with LandscapingSpring is here and there is perhaps an area or two around your yard that could use some landscaping. -
Tips for Photographing ChildrenIf you are a parent, chances are that you enjoy taking pictures of your children. -
Low Maintenance Landscaping TipsWhether you are an experienced landscaper, or attempting lawn and garden care for the first time, you want to create an attractive space that will need minimal maintenance. -
Making Quality Time Count: The Family MealGone are the Leave it to Beaver days in which a family seemingly had nothing to do but spend time with one another. -
Should Pitocin Be Used to Start or Speed Up Labor?Since the 1970s, Pitocin has been a recognized as a safe way to start or augment (speed up) labor.
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Review: Crown Financial Ministries Money MapOur family's budget has been continually worked and re-worked over the past several years. -
How to Get Through Labor Without DrugsIf you think there are risks that come with taking an epidural during labor, you are correct.
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Getting Your Kids to Sleep When Toddler and Baby Share a RoomI have two young children who share a room. -
Spring Cleaning Tips for MomsThe weather is warming up and the time has come to clean and get organized for the busy summer ahead.
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How to Transplant Starter Plants to Your GardenYou started your plants indoors during the late winter or early spring. You have faithfully nursed them through the germination and seedling stages. -
Preeclampsia: What Does it Mean for My Pregnancy?Preeclampsia, also known as toxemia and pregnancy-induced hypertension, is a potentially serious complication that effects 5-8% of pregnant women. -
Gestational Diabetes: What Does it Mean for My Pregnancy?When you are around 24 weeks pregnant, your doctor will give you what is known as the Glucose Tolerance Test. -
Are Epidurals Safe During Labor?I recently had a friend who gave birth to her first child. -
Pregnancy: Urine Testing at Prenatal AppointmentsDuring my first pregnancy, I had the joy of having a midwife. -
Placenta Previa: Common Questions Answered on This Women's Health IssueWhat is Placenta Previa? Placenta previa is a condition in which the placenta of a pregnant woman implants and covers, partially covers, or lies near, the woman's cervix. -
Review: 2000 Saturn SLIn 2002, when my husband and I were engaged, we began the search for a reliable vehicle. We were definitely on a budget with only $5000 to spend on a car. -
How to Write a Business LetterAdmit it. You learned how to write a business letter in high school, and perhaps in college, but you have forgotten most of the particulars. -
Little Known Facts About the United States Postal ServiceThe United States Postal Service is easy to take for granted. Unless stamps are going up, (which they are, to $.41) we don't think much about how the system works. -
Review: 2 Handle Spill-Proof Gerber CupThe 2 handle, spill-proof cup from Gerber is meant to be a sippy cup that is easy to pick up and handle. -
Product Review: LeapFrog Discovery BallThe LeapFrog Discovery Ball is baby's first introduction to letter sounds, names and simple melodies. -
Review: Radio Flyer Ranger WagonThe Radio Flyer #93B Ranger Wagon is an adaptation of the Classic Red Wagon that has been in production for over 70 years. -
Product Review: In-Step Take 2 Bike TrailerThe Take 2 Bike Trailer is the budget transportation system provided by In-Step. -
Product Review: Fisher Price Little People Sweet Sounds HouseThe Fisher Price Little People Sweet Sounds House is a classic, imaginative, creative play set. -
What Happens During Circumcision?If you are trying to decide whether or not to have your baby boy circumcised, you may be wondering, "What will happen when he is circumcised?" -
Should Your Baby Be Circumcised?If you are pregnant with a baby boy, or hope to have one some day, you will need to make the decision about whether or not to have him circumcised. -
What You Should Know About People with Mental RetardationOccasionally you may see these people in the community. Perhaps you notice them because they look "a little different", they may be in a wheel chair or use a walker. -
How to Tell If Your Toddler is Getting Enough SleepThink about your toddler and ask yourself these questions: -
WAHMs and SAHMs: 10 Ways to Stretch Your Family's BudgetAs a general rule, SAHMs and WAHMs are not usually swimming in money.
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Covenant and Dispensational TheologyGenerally speaking, there are two major theological approaches in biblical interpretation within Christian churches. -
Should You Leave Your Baby in a Church Nursery?If you have a baby or young toddler and attend church even occasionally, you have been faced with deciding whether or not to leave your baby in the church nursery. -
Review: Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPs)Last spring I was talking to a friend, "You should try MOPs," she said. -
Biblical Character Study: Lot's WifeLot and his wife and two daughters were residents of the city of Sodom in Genesis 19. -
What the Bible Says About HumilityHave you ever known someone who was truly humble? A humble person is easy to recognize.
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Do Christians Have to Pay Taxes?Recently, a well-known Creation scientist was sentenced to ten years in jail for several counts of tax evasion. -
What Do Baptists Believe?Baptists trace their ancestry back to the Anabaptists that were active during the Protestant Reformation. -
3 Steps to True ForgivenessForgiving is hard. It goes against nature to let go of a wrong that someone has committed against you, especially if the person doesn't seem sorry for her actions or if it was a repeated offense.
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How to Start a Nursing Home MinistryMy husband and I have been involved in several nursing home ministries over the years. -
How to Brighten Rainy Spring DaysI am a SAHM, and like most other SAHMs, getting outside with my kids is very important to me. -
The 4 Laws of ConfrontationHave you ever run into a sticky situation with another person because you said something that was taken the wrong way? -
Theological Perspectives: Calvinism and ArminianismThere are two major schools of thought when it comes to man's condition and his relationship to God before salvation.
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A Guide to Pentecostal DenominationsStudying Pentecostal churches can be very confusing. There are scads of churches that are pentecostal in nature, but do not have the word "pentecostal" in their name. -
A Guide to the Nazarene ChurchThough not intended to be an exhaustive study, this is an overview of the Church of the Nazarene:
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Christian Parenting: Raising RebelsI don't have any teenagers of my own, so I have not had to deal directly with a rebellious teen. -
The Illegalities of Jesus' TrialWe know from the Bible that Jesus had to die. In order for salvation to be offered to mankind, a completely pure, sinless sacrifice had to be offered in our place. -
A Guide to Christ's Passion WeekI have always found it difficult to keep track of the events that happened during the last week of Jesus' life here on earth. -
Christian Baptism: Sprinkling or Immersion?When it comes to baptism, many Christians have an open mind. The mode doesn't seem to matter (sprinkling or immersion), even the timing (as an infant, child or adult) seems to be open for different interpretations. -
A Guide to MethodismHere is a guide to the beliefs and practices held by the United Methodist Church.
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A Christian's Guide to DepressionDepression is known among psychologists as the "common cold of mental disorders." -
What Do Lutheran Churches Teach?Lutherans, Catholics, Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians...the various branches within Christianity are many.
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What Does the Catholic Church Teach?Catholics consider themselves to be members of the oldest Christian church. -
Why Do Christians Worship on Sunday?Many people have wondered, "Why do we go to church on Sunday, when God commanded the Israelites to observe the Sabbath (seventh day of the week, Saturday)?" This is an excellent question which deserves an answer. -
Removing Things that Hinder Your Christian WalkDo you have a stumbling block? The word itself doesn't need much explanation, but just in case you are unfamiliar with the term, a stumbling block is anything in your life that makes you fall or "stumble" spiritually.
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What Do Episcopalians Believe?With so many Christian denominations present throughout the United States and the rest of the world, it can be difficult to tell them apart. -
What Do Presbyterians Believe?With so many Christian denominations in existance, it is difficult to determine how the various groups are different or alike. This is a brief overview of the Presbyterian denomination of Christianity. -
Your Child was Stung by a Bee: What Do You Do?The weather is turning warmer and spring is breaking out in many areas of the country. As the flowers begin to bloom, and those flowers need to be pollinated, bees will also begin making their appearance around your deck or garden. -
How to Prevent and Treat Canker SoresAbout 20% of Americans experience mouth ulcers, or canker sores, at one time or another. -
How to Treat Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye) at HomePinkeye is a fairly common ailment among children as well as adults. -
How to Treat an Ear Infection Without Seeing a DoctorYou know the symptoms: Your child shakes his head, or holds and scratches his ear. -
A Christian Parent's Guide to Getting Rid of GuiltFirst, you must determine if your guilt is real or imagined. -
A Guide to Traveling in PeruPeru is a majestically beautiful country which boasts both an ancient culture and a striking ambiance. -
A Guide to Visiting BritainAs with any society, Britain has a standard set of rules which most citizens observe while mingling. -
Easter: Where Did We Get the Eggs and Bunnies?Millions of Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ every year on a holiday known as "Easter". -
How to Teach Your Toddler to MemorizeWhether it's the Pledge of Allegiance, the Girl Scouts' Pledge, or Bible verses, your child will be expected to memorize during childhood. -
Post Partum Recovery: What Happens that You Don't ExpectI admit, when I was expecting my first child I spent most of my time reading up on labor, delivery and caring for a newborn. -
A Beginner's Guide to Selecting a Breast PumpElectric or manual? Affordable or pricey? Single or double? Accessories and adaptors or not? -
5 Ways to Exercise as a Family This SummerIn today's busy families, two areas are generally lacking: Exercise and Family Time. -
Men: 10 Ways You Can Help Your SAHM WivesIf your wife is a stay at home mom, you know that she works hard all day long. -
What is Implantation Bleeding?What is implantation bleeding? -
How to Shop With Your Kids Without Losing Your MindGoing to the store with small children is an inevitable part of parenthood. -
How to Make the Best Tuna SaladTuna is a great-tasting food that is also good for you.
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How to Still Get Some Sleep With Your Newborn BabyThe first days and weeks of motherhood are trying enough with dealing with your physical recovery, learning the ropes of feeding, changing, comforting and soothing your baby, emotions that are at the mercy of your raging hormones... -
5 Ways to Help Instill Faith in Your ChildrenThere is no way that we, as parents, can make our children believe in God. -
How to Make Small TalkYou are waiting for a meeting to begin and you are the only one in the meeting room besides one other person. -
10 Painless Ways to Improve Your Family's DietIt is easy to fall into the trap of mindlessly preparing meals for your family. -
How to Make Your Toddler a HelperAs a stay-at-home-mom, I have struggled with finding a balance between playing with my children and getting my own house work done. -
How to Establish a Bed Time RoutineFor some families, getting the kids ready for bed can be a nightmare. -
5 Tips for Transitioning Your Child from Crib to Toddler BedIf you're like many parents, you are a little nervous about switching your little one from his crib to a toddler bed. -
Why You Should Talk About Money Before MarriageWhat's at Stake? -
Bad Parenting Advice EvaluatedI have heard a rash of terrible parenting advice lately. -
How to Make a Homemade MochaI have a weakness for specialty coffee drinks, especially mochas. -
How to Host a Successful Play DatePlay dates serve several purposes. -
Labor & Delivery: Tearing vs. CuttingFor many women, the decision of whether they should tear or request an episiotomy during delivery never crosses their minds. -
How Progesterone Can Help Women Conceive and Prevent MiscarriageThe problem of infertility among women has been increasing dramatically over recent years. -
Men Vs. Women: Thinking on the Pregnancy Test"Could we stop at the store on the way home?" I asked my husband after work one night. -
What Are Safe Haven Laws?In 1999 the State of Texas became the first to respond to the rise in infanticide and infant abandonment in the United States. -
Don't like Your Child's Grades? Beat Up His PrincipalAccording to Reuters, that is just what a family in Bari, Italy, decided to do. -
Homemade Spa and Beauty TreatmentsWhen is the last time you went to get a massage or relax in a day spa? -
5 Tips for Dealing with Indulgent GrandparentsI love my mother. She did a great job of raising me and has become one of my best friends as an adult. -
How to Reduce Pregnancy SwellingExpecting a baby brings many new and exciting changes to your life. -
Should You Consider a Mid-Wife?When it comes to selecting the person you want to deliver your baby, there are many things which you should keep in mind. -
Pregnancy and Weight GainSeveral decades ago, women were strictly admonished by their doctors to gain a maximum of ten to fifteen pounds during pregnancy. -
"You Haven't Had that Baby Yet?"I was not among the blessed women who went into labor days before their due date, or even on their due date. -
How to Make Pancake Syrup from ScratchDo you love pancake syrup, but don't appreciate how much it costs, or how many "mystery ingredients" it contains? -
Activities for Early LaborThe final weeks of pregnancy are full of wondering and anticipation. -
Tips for Handling CriticismBeing criticized is one of those ugly, inevitable happenings in life. -
Tips for Giving CriticismCriticism is an unpleasant, but often necessary part of life. -
Does 'Book It' Make Kids Fat?Recently, Pizza Hut's "Book It" program became the subject of national scrutiny. -
Take This Relationship QuizLooking for some help with your relationship? -
California Bill Would Give Newborns $500A California bill, introduced on the last day of February, would establish a savings account for every child born in the state. -
Another Indian Province Enacts an "Anti-Conversion Law"On February 20th, 2007, Governor Vishnu Sadashiv Kokje gave his assent to the Himachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Bill, first proposed in 2006. -
Sleep Solutions for ToddlersI am not of the school of thought that says, "If your child cries while falling asleep, you are an insensitive parent." -
Weaning Your BabyBreastfeeding is a very personal decision. -
Should You Be Induced?I know a woman who is 39 weeks pregnant and is being induced in a few days. Does she have gestational diabetes? No. -
Should You Let Your Older Child Boss Your Younger Child?Parents who have more than one child face this dilemma early on: Should your older child be able to tell your younger child what to do? -
Save Money - Make Your Own Baby WipesWhen one of my friends called me to ask if I had ever heard of a recipe for making baby wipes, I was skeptical. -
Should You Lie to Your Children?We've all been tempted to do it: Your child asks for another cookie, but he's already had five. -
The Small Town and the Super WalmartFor a few years, my community has been fighting the installation of a Walmart Supercenter. -
I was Asked to Resign Because of Religious ViewsI recently took a job with a family website as a Christian blogger. -
Christian Parenting: The Role of the ParentOften when we think about raising our children, we think about our goals and objectives for them. -
Christian Parenting: The Wrong Goals for Your ChildEvery parent has goals for her child. We all want our children to grow up to be happy, successful, God-fearing adults. -
Christian Parenting: Wrong Methods for Child-RearingAs you think about your children and how you want to raise them, take some time to evaluate the methods you use to accomplish your goals. -
Christian Parenting: Two Faulty MethodsI believe that we have a major problem with parenting in this country. -
Christian Parenting: Getting to the Heart of Your Child's ActionsThe goal of Biblical parenting is not merely to modify your child's behavior. Rather, it is to address the heart needs of your child. -
Christian Parenting: The Influences Which Shape Your ChildTedd Tripp, in his book, Shepherding a Child's Heart, lists six "shaping influences" that affect the personality, disposition and actions of your child as he matures. -
Gardening Ideas: Preparing for Spring on a Snow DayFor some reason, the winter season of 2006-2007 seems longer than usual this year. -
How to Raise a Polite ChildOh, the horror of being around a rude child! -
How to Make Your Spouse Feel ValuedWe all know what it feels like to be under-valued and unappreciated. -
Surviving WAHM GuiltSometimes mothering seems like a roller coaster ride of guilt. -
Knowing when to Take Your Child to the DoctorWhen it comes to our children, we want to know with certainty that they are healthy. -
Raising a Selfish NationA recent study completed by five psychologists found that today's American college students are more narcissistic and self-centered than ever. -
The Discovery Channel's, The Lost Tomb of JesusA documentary called, "The Lost Tomb of Jesus" is set to air on Sunday, March 4th on the Discovery Channel. found. -
How to Help Your Toddler Adjust to a New BabyWhen you find out that you are expecting a baby, many feelings flood your senses. -
How to Start a Vegetable Garden: A Beginner's GuideHave you ever considered planting a vegetable garden? -
How to Slash Your Grocery BillEveryone likes to find ways in which they can save money. -
How to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom Without Losing Your IdentityWe live in a society in which a woman's value is often determined by her contributions to society. -
Women: If You Believe Life Begins at Conception, Don't Take the Pill!In my discussions with other women, I have found a distressing lack of knowledge as to how the pill, and all other chemical birth control, works. -
Gardisil: Cervical Cancer Vaccine or Another Reason for Promiscuity?Gardasil has been touted as a ground-breaking vaccine which will prevent cervical cancer, and thus spare the lives of women who could contract, and die from, the disease. -
5 Tips for Potty-Training SuccessHere are a few things to keep in mind if you are approaching potty-training your toddler: -
Should Your Child Be the Center of Your Home?The idea goes something like this, "When you have children, your relationship with your spouse gets put in second place." -
Should a Woman Breastfeed in a Public Restroom?I went through the dilemma countless times with my first baby: Should I nurse in a public restroom? -
The Natural Childbirth Story of a First Time MotherI was due to give birth to my first child, a son, on March 6th, 2004. By the time March 8th rolled around I was extremely impatient and ready to meet my little boy!
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Feeling Your Unborn Baby MoveI still remember perfectly the first time I felt my unborn baby move. I was lying on my stomach in bed talking to my husband. We were being lazy.
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Not the "Right" Time in Your Life for a New Baby?Let's just say that when I think about the beginning of my second pregnancy, I'm not exactly filled with a warm, fuzzy feeling. -
Why You Should Take a Childbirth ClassIf you are expecting a child for the first time you may be debating whether or not you should take a childbirth class. -
Should Breastfeeding Mothers Switch Sides?If you were once a first-time mother trying to get the hang of breastfeeding in a hospital, you can probably relate to the following scenario. -
Violent Attacks on the Homeless: The Root of the ProblemRecently three teens who took part in the brutal murder of a homeless man in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, were sentenced to prison.
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Jose Luis De Jesus Miranda: A Cult Leader Preying on Hungry PeopleHistory is littered with people who proclaimed that they were either a prophet of God, or God Himself. -
Evangelicals: Why Do We Have the Highest Divorce Rate?A nationwide Barna Poll conducted in 1999 found that Christians, especially conservative, evangelical Christians have a higher divorce rate than atheists and agnostics. -
Does the Word "Fundamentalist" Scare You?I have to confess that when I hear the Word "fundamentalist" I get a little nervous. It brings to mind images of bombings, suffering and bleeding people on ruined city streets and evil in all of its darkest forms.
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Does the Bible Condone Slavery?Skeptics often relate the Bible's supposed support of slavery as one of their arguments for not embracing the Christian faith. I emphatically disagree with this assertion.