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Parenting The First Time Through
For first time parents and parents of young children providing advice, as well as occasional product or book reviews and locations/events in the DC area.
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Photo: Abigail Batchelder
When to move to a bed: Is it time to leave the crib?
There are some signs to look for to see if your toddler is ready to make the switch from crib to bed. Published 10:15 a.m. May 25, 2013 - Comments
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10 Last minute and low cost Mother's Day gifts
Here are 10 gift ideas that will not break the bank and can be put together with little time. Published 2:07 p.m. May 11, 2013 - Comments
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Mother's Day drink recipe: 'I Said So Martini'
The recipe for the I Said So Martini, perfect for Mother's Day. Published 7:53 a.m. May 11, 2013 - Comments
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Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013
Here are 10 unique gift ideas to help tell Mom you appreciate her. Published 9:30 a.m. May 4, 2013 - Comments
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Allergies and children: Suffering seasonally
Spring brings pollen and seasonal allergies. But how can your help your child deal with her hay fever? Published 9:41 a.m. April 27, 2013 - Comments
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Toddlers and sharing
Sharing is not a skill babies are born with, but you can help you toddler learn. Published 11:31 a.m. April 20, 2013 - Comments
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Fear of thunder: Helping your child cope during storms
Thunderstorms can be scary for young children. Here are some tips to help them deal with their fear. Published 8:56 a.m. April 13, 2013 - Comments
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Parents and work-life balance: Time, family and gender roles
A new study looks at how gender and parenting roles over the decades. Published 9:10 a.m. March 30, 2013 - Comments
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High sodium in toddler food
The CDC says that 71% of commercial toddler meals have too much salt. Published 8:41 a.m. March 23, 2013 - Comments
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Potty training: Signs you are ready to start
Is your child ready to start potty training? Find out. Published 4:20 p.m. March 15, 2013 - Comments
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Brighid is a freelance writer and first time mother. She holds an MA in Writing from Johns Hopkins University. Find her on Facebook @Brighid Moret
