Alisa Elizabeth King Terry
I am writer, hand-crocheter, and SAHM to two small free-range children.
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Free Crochet Plushie Carrot Teether PatternA five to six inch stuffed carrot toy that makes a great teether for a baby. It's my most popular crochet toy among family and friends. -
Seven Ways John McCain Does Not Represent Me or My ValuesMy political values are at odds with John McCain's political platform. Here is a list of the major issues. -
Chemical Free Deodorizers for Cloth Diapers and Diaper PailsNatural solutions to the stinky diaper pail problem, both homemade and store bought.
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What to Do If Your Baby is Congestedgentle solutions to help clear an infant's stuffy nose -
How to Garden when You Are a Serial Killer of PlantsWhen "Gardening 101" and "Gardening For Dummies" Are Still Over Your Head -
My Church (The LDS Church) Versus the FLDS Church - a PrimerA brief comparison between polygamy practices in the LDS and FLDS churches -
Tips and Tricks for Flying Alone with Babies and ToddlersTraveling by plane with a baby or toddler can be fun instead of stressful! -
Do I Have a Say? the Seldom Discussed Ethics of Infant CircumcisionA discussion of whether parental consent for infant circumcision is enough to pass the ethics test -
Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal: ReviewI have finally found a natural deodorant that gets the job done!
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A Review of The Natural Newborn Soft Baby WashThis is the gentlest wash we have ever used on our super-sensitive babies. -
Do Increasing Rates of Autism in California Let Vaccines Off the Hook?Since California's ban on mercury in vaccines didn't take effect until December 2006, it is premature to draw any conclusions. -
Secular (Non-religious) Homeschool CurriculumsA sampling of some homeschool curriculums without a religious leaning. -
Why the WHO's News Release on Polio in Nigeria is NonsenseThe World Health Organization is contradicting itself, the CDC and vaccine manufacturers by blaming recent polio outbreaks on non-vaccinated children. -
Baby Essentials for Natural FamiliesWhen you practice attachment parenting and natural family living, you need very little to care for your little ones. -
Dish Soap Can Help Save the World, EnvironmentSeventh Generation Natural Dish Liquid actually cleans AND reduces our reliance on foreign oil! -
Tuberculosis: The Disease and the VaccineExamining the statistics about TB and its vaccine -
Gardasil, the Cancer Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Package Insert Tells UsThe manufacturer's own package insert and government reported side effects reveal the dangers of Gardasil -
The FDA's Warning About the Rotavirus Vaccine, RotaTeqThe FDA asks parents to watch out for intussusception in their children after they receive the RotaTeq vaccine
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Prevnar, the Pneumococcal Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at the pneumococcal vaccine and the manufacturer's package insert.
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The Polio Vaccine, Part 3: Documented Contamination with Monkey VirusesA look at SV-40 and its connection to cancer
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The Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at Merck's package insert for the varicella vaccine
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The HiB Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at the HiB vaccine's package insert
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Melissa & Doug Wooden Food VS. HABA Wooden Food ToysA comparison of price, quality, and companies that manufacture wooden food toys
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The Polio Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Package Insert Tells UsA critical look at the Polio vaccine with emphasis on the manufacturer's own package insert
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The Hepatitis B Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at GlaxoSmithKline's package insert for the Hepatitis B vaccine
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The Polio Vaccine, Part 1: The Injected Vaccine Verses the Oral VaccineThe history of Jonas Salk's and Albert Sabin's Polio vaccines
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The DTaP Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at the package insert for the Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine
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The MMR Vaccine: What the Manufacturer's Insert Tells UsA critical look at Merck's package insert for the MMR vaccine.
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Ten Funny YouTube Videos Your Toddler Will LoveSilly online videos your toddler will want to watch over and over.
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Breastfeeding During Pregnancy: Safe and BeneficialThere's no need for a healthy mom to be concerned about weaning if she becomes pregnant.
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Fetal Development: The First Three WeeksBefore mother knows she is pregnant, one cell has become thousands, with specialized purposes.
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A Technophobe Tackles the IPod NanoA technologically impaired mom learns to operate scary technology
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Don't Forget About Homeowner's Insurance!Most homebuyers forget to factor in the cost of homeowner's insurance with their extimate monthly costs.
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"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Goes GreenThe next Harry Potter book - all 784 pages - will Be printed on 30%post-consumer waste fiber.
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Democratic Congress to Reintroduce Equal Rights AmendmentDemocrats in the House and Senate are working to get the ERA ratified
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How to Teach Your Toddler Colors Using Homemade Color TabletsEasy to make color tablets can be used in lots of fun ways to introduce colors to your toddler
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South Korea Drafts Robot Ethics CharterA five-member team has been drafting a Robot Ethics Charter to address and prevent robot abuse of humans and human abuse of robots
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Why Native Guatemalans Oppose the U.S. And President BushMayans still feel the sting from U.S. volvement in Guatemala's civil war
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Does Your Deductible Mortgage Interest Really Save You Money?Mortgage interest is deductible, but the savings are slim.
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House Hunting at Its FinestThe most fun part about buying a house, whether your first or fifteenth, is the actual house hunting.
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Five of the Best Little Homebuying TipsJust about every resource that is available on buying a home will give you the following tips. Learn them by heart, and you will have a much easier home buying experience.
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Buy Toys, Fight AutismMarch 18 Through May 4, Toys "R" Us Will Accept Donations for Autism Speaks and provide a free list of Autism-friendly toys to customers.
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Folic Acid During Pregnancy Helps Prevent Cleft Lip, Recent Study ShowsA study published in the March 2007 issue of the British Medical Journal found that taking folic acid supplements during the first trimester "reduced the risk of isolated cleft lip (with or without cleft palate) by about a third."
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Unauthorized Irwin Website Gone: URL Now Leads to Australia ZooBindiIrwin.com was an unauthorized website that now leads to the official site of Australia Zoo
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How Do Stem Cells from Umbilical Cords Save Lives?Cord blood can be stored or donated for transplantation into people suffering from a many life-threatening diseases. Transplantation does carry some risks. It is important to gather information and discuss options with a doctor in order to make an informed decision.
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What the FTC Wants You to Know About Auto Service ContractsThe Federal Trade Commission had specific information and advice for consumers for them to fully understand what an auto service contract is and what it will and won't do.
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Incorporating Your Business? You Need to File Articles of Incorporation!In order to become a for-profit or non-profit corporation, you will need to file Articles of Incorporation with the state.
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Unclean Circumcisions May Actually Spread HIVUnhygienic male and female circumcisions may be spreading HIV in Africa
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How Does La Leche League International Support Breastfeeding Mothers?Breastfeeding mothers now have access to up-to-date research and hands-on support.
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German Parents Lose Daughter Over HomeschoolingGerman homeschoolers continually clash with government over compulsory schooling
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Where Does Barack Obama Stand on the Issues?Sure he's charming and articulate, but what does he stand for?
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Be Not Ashamed of Plus Size SwimwearOur glorious curves deserve their day in the sun. Take back the summer with these tips for purchasing flattering swimwear.
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Breastfeeding Worth the Risk for Some HIV-positive MothersIn developing countries, the risk of infant death through improper replacement feeding outweighs the risk of transmitting HIV.