2016

  • 3 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Child A Gym Membership As Soon As They Are Old Enough

    While different gyms generally have different age requirements for when your child is allowed to get their own membership, it is generally going to be when they are in their early teens. At this time, it can be an excellent idea to get them their first gym membership. There are so many great benefits that come along with your child having their own gym membership, and this article will discuss 3 reasons why you should get them one as soon as they are old enough.
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  • Three Simple Steps To Make Your Child's Transition From Home To Daycare As Easy As Possible

    Difficult and unforeseeable events can send a stay-at-home mom swimming right back into the working world. If your child has gotten use to you being at home all of the time, you are going to experience challenges while preparing them to spend a majority of their time at a daycare. This situation is going to be more scary for them than it is for you. Below is a list of steps to take to ensure your child's sudden transition to daycare is as easy as possible.
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  • How To Make The First Day Of Preschool Easy On Your Little One

    The first day of preschool can be a stressful experience for you and your toddler, especially if they are not used to spending a lot of time away from you. Unfortunately, you can't be there to hold their hand throughout the acclimation period. But there are a few things you can do to prep your toddler and make the first day of preschool easy on them – consider incorporating one or more of the following tips and tricks into your preparation plans:
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  • 4 Things to Know about Charter Schools

    Education is very important for children, and it is not uncommon for parents to spend a lot of time considering where their child should be enrolled in school. While private school is an option for some families, others typically consider either the public school that their child is assigned to based on address or look into local charter schools. If you are trying to decide where to send your child to kindergarten, use the following information to determine if a charter school is right for your family:
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  • 4 Ways That Child Care Helps Your Child To Develop

    There are more than 32 million children in child care in the U.S., according to the Census Bureau. Is your child one of these millions? Not only does daycare solve your dilemma of what to do with the kids while you're at work, but it also has developmental benefits galore. How can child care help your little one to develop? Social Development Child care provides a social situation for children. It means that your child is around other kids all day long.
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  • Preschool Open Houses: Three Things To Look For

    Preschool open houses offer an opportunity for parents and potential students to get to know the school before making a decision. If you are planning on open houses to find the right preschool for your child, here are a few things you should keep in mind to make the most out of this experience. Observe Your Child While it is important to inspect the school and observe the teachers and faculty, take time to observe your child during the open house.
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  • Do You Want A Nanny Or An Au Pair?

    For single parents or for households where both parents are working, deciding what sort of daycare to provide for young children can be a real challenge. However, you may not have considered some other options for child care, such as an au pair or a nanny. Each of these options will have its own advantages and challenges  The Nanny Option Some people have a knack for working with children. Nannies are typically trained, dedicated professionals who pursue a career in child education.
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  • Tips For Preparing Your Child For Preschool

    If you are thinking about sending your child to preschool, you are making the decision to give your child a leg-up in kindergarten and classes to follow. Your child will learn the basics of his or her numbers and letters, as well as how to socialize appropriately with other children his or her own age. Here are some tips for making sure that your child is ready to go to preschool.
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  • 3 Wonderful Things That Head Start Does For Children Who Come From Low-Income Families

    Head Start is wonderful program for children from low-income families that range in age from 1-5 years old. This great program is funded by grants that allow different very needed resources to be provided to these children. This program works on giving children the opportunity to succeed in life when they otherwise may struggle. It helps them with a variety of different things, and this article will discuss 3 of them.
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