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The Gifted Grandparent: Grandpa
The title "Grandpa" often connotes images of an old man with a cane, glasses and worn out hands. But if 50 is the new 30, then Gramps should act and dress the part, too.
- Make sure the man is well groomed with a set of Kiehl's shaving lotions and creams.
What Are the Best Baby Shoes?
As if they aren't cute enough, babies also get the best footwear. When it comes to covering your lil walker's toes, what type of shoes do you choose?
Soft slippered Robeez, sandal like Crocs, old school Converse, PediPeds to keep up with celebs, Pumas to run in, cub foot bottomed Pazitos, or See Kai Run for more advanced walkers.
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Mom-Me Time: Pick Up a Copy of The Help
If mama's got a few minutes to herself and is looking for something that will take her mind to another world, she needs not look further than this gold and purple hardback book. The Help ($12) is a quick read that will steal her attention and her affection and leave her wanting more. Kathryn Stockett's first novel, the book about the relationships between mothers and the women that help them (nannies in particular) will have mommy laughing out loud, tearing up in the eyes, dog-earring pages with special passages and thinking about how she relates to some of the closest people in her life.
What Is the Appropriate Age For the First Kiss Conversation?
While many moms and dads fret about having the birds and the bees conversation with their children, some never broach the topic of the first kiss. Kids' lips can meet in puppy love on the playground or years down the road for late bloomers. In last night's episode of Mad Men, Sally Draper planted a wet one on her friend, Ernie, while the two innocently pretended they were driving in a car as they sat in an empty bathtub.
Tips For Getting Your Child to Open Up About School
Afternoons in many preschoolers' households often sound like this:
Mom: "What did you do in school today?"Child: "I don't remember." Mom: "What books did the teachers read?" Child: Silence and a blank stare.
10 Most Talked About Topics For New Moms
Parenthood changes everything including topics of conversation. Chatter that may have once been centered around the latest book, movie, or celebrity gossip is now focused on poop, sleep, and many other unglamorous perks of parenting. Check out the slideshow to see what ten topics new moms can't get enough of.
Have You Gone "Mommy" on a Stranger?
Motherhood brings a whole new perspective to a woman's life. Moms jump up to offer their seats to expectant ladies on the bus and rush to aid a lost child at a mall. It is in their nature to fawn over small smiles and get teary when they see a babe in need, but sometimes when they're feeling feisty enough, mamas can huff up and pull out the mommy guns on complete strangers.
Eight Easy Ways to Get Your Tot Talking
At 5 and 2, my kids are two lil chatterboxes who like to talk and talk about almost any topic. As a mom, you can start having conversations with your babe once they are born. It may take them a while to answer, but be patient.
Mommy Dearest: Uncensored Friends
Mommy Dearest,
My friends love my daughter, and she can't get enough of their stories. The problem is that these single women aren't used to telling the abridged versions of their weekend tales, many of which are not appropriate for a 6-year-old's ears. I don't want to censor them, but I also don't want them talking about "hooking up" or their weight issues in her presence.
Texts and Tunes: Halloween Tales to Scare Off Fright
Halloween can be scary for tots — especially toddlers who have become more aware of their emotions or are afraid of the dark. My daughter acted squeamish around ghosts and goblins her first few Halloweens, so we opted to keep things light with charming costumes and princess fanfare. Talking and reading books about the holiday — minus the gory details — can help scare off fright.
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