http://www.examiner.com/twin_cities?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:10 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-15136-Minneapolis-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Busy-Moms-Weight-Loss-Plan?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting We all wish that we had a personal trainer like the movie stars to  help us work out five days a week for that killer body.  But, if you are like many mothers, not only do you not have the time to work out but you don't have the... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:19:49 GMT Angela Ernst - Minneapolis Motherhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15136-Minneapolis-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Busy-Moms-Weight-Loss-Plan?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-23788-Minneapolis-Attachment-Parenting--Examiner~y2009m11d23-Attachment-Parenting-101--How-do-I-get-my-kids-to-stop-fighting?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Fighting Siblings -- sounds like a high school football team, doesn't it?  Battles between brothers and sisters can be some of the most stressful parts of parenting.  While kids are always going to fight with their siblings to... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:54:34 GMT Alicia Bayer - Minneapolis Attachment Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23788-Minneapolis-Attachment-Parenting--Examiner~y2009m11d23-Attachment-Parenting-101--How-do-I-get-my-kids-to-stop-fighting?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-29156-Minneapolis-Breastfeeding-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Breastfeeding-definition-of-the-week-Foremilk-v-Hindmilk?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting   Although a woman's breast produces only one kind of milk, we often distinguish between the milk available at the beginning of a feed and the milk available at the end of a feed.  A baby receives "foremilk" at the beginning of a... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:56:32 GMT Stephanie Duszynski - Minneapolis Breastfeeding Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29156-Minneapolis-Breastfeeding-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Breastfeeding-definition-of-the-week-Foremilk-v-Hindmilk?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-27756-Minneapolis-Family-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Outings-on-a-budget-Mall-of-America?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting It can be a challenge to plan fun filled outings when it's cold outside, especially around the holidays when we're all trying to save money!  Here are some tips to save money while taking you kiddos to the Mall of America. It is... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:44:43 GMT Alesha Peterson - Minneapolis Family Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-27756-Minneapolis-Family-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Outings-on-a-budget-Mall-of-America?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-9169-Central-Minnesota-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Flu-Calculator-gives-you-insight-into-your-cold-and-flu-risks?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting What's your families risk for colds and flu this winter? You can get a idea by using the cold and flu calculator provided by WebMD and Walmart. You simply answer some questions and the survey provides an action guide to help you have a... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:04:58 GMT Frank Haynes - Central Minnesota Fatherhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9169-Central-Minnesota-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Flu-Calculator-gives-you-insight-into-your-cold-and-flu-risks?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-7143-Minneapolis-Family-Activities-Examiner~y2009m11d20-November-nature-center-fun-in-the-Twin-Cities?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Whatever the weather, get out and enjoy nature with kids at one of the nature centers in the Twin Cities. Programs are planned year round. Here are just a few happening: Naturally Thankful: A Child’s Book of Thanks For children... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:12:36 GMT Robin Sauerwein - Minneapolis Family Activities Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7143-Minneapolis-Family-Activities-Examiner~y2009m11d20-November-nature-center-fun-in-the-Twin-Cities?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-29917-Minneapolis-Diabetes--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Diabetes-sick-day-management--play-it-safe?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Staying in tune with your body is important for anyone when they are sick, especially if you have diabetes.  Call your health care provider immediately if you have been vomiting for more than 6 hours (with or without ketones), have a change in... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:04:23 GMT Teri Lemke - Minneapolis Diabetes & Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29917-Minneapolis-Diabetes--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Diabetes-sick-day-management--play-it-safe?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-23066-Minneapolis-Parenting-Multiples-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Toy-clutter?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting       While toys are excellent in the development of your child, they can be a pain for parents.  Kids love toys, and love to play with many in a day.  Toys tend to take over a home in a few short minutes. When you... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:36:40 GMT Amy Herrera - Minneapolis Parenting Multiples Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23066-Minneapolis-Parenting-Multiples-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Toy-clutter?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-29253-Minneapolis-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Personal-Care-Assistants?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Personal Care Assistants (PCA) can make life for a disabled or elderly person much easier. Some people choose to have a PCA 24-hours a day, while others choose to have one come for just a few hours a day. The amount chosen depends greatly on the level... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:44:10 GMT Jennifer Sellers - Minneapolis Elder Care Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29253-Minneapolis-Elder-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Personal-Care-Assistants?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-27455-Minneapolis-Parenting-Multiples-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Multiples-and-birth-order?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting I recently heard an excellent podcast from the Manic Mommies featuring the authors of the Sibling Busy Book.  They talked a little about parenting kids for their birth order (for example, making sure a youngest child doesn't get away with... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:17:14 GMT Julie Chattopadhyay - Minneapolis Parenting Multiples Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-27455-Minneapolis-Parenting-Multiples-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Multiples-and-birth-order?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-18586-Minneapolis-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Dealing-with-Grief-and-Helping-Children-Cope?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting “Children are not supposed to die,“ write Joan Hagan Arnold and Penelope Buschman Gemma in A Child Dies: A Portrait of Family Grief. Grieving is an all season, 365 day a year emotion that someone or somewhere has to cope with. We... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:49:11 GMT Ojulique Davidson - Minneapolis Stay-at-Home Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-18586-Minneapolis-StayatHome-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Dealing-with-Grief-and-Helping-Children-Cope?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-24172-Minneapolis-Working-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Keeping-a-record?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Where does the time go? One day you have a bouncing baby, seemingly the next day your little boy or daddy’s girl is walking, talking and throwing tantrums. Sometimes time seems to absolutely drag by, especially in those early days of 2 am feedings... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:52:07 GMT Allison Fiecke - Minneapolis Working Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24172-Minneapolis-Working-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Keeping-a-record?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-21121-Minneapolis-Green-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Join-the-Crawl-to-Action-in-Edina-November-18?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting To rally support and raise awareness about the nation’s badly outdated chemical laws, Seventh Generation, the nation's leading brand of non-toxic and environmentally-safe household and personal care items, is partnering with noted advocate... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:41:05 GMT Jenny Larson - Minneapolis Green Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21121-Minneapolis-Green-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Join-the-Crawl-to-Action-in-Edina-November-18?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-3571-Minneapolis-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Keeping-up-with-the-clutter?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting You’ve tried and you’ve most likely failed. Its okay, you’re not alone. Every parent has the great ambition to keep their house clean and organized and every parent sees their plans thrown out the window when their little angel starts... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:05:37 GMT Brandon Overman - Minneapolis Fatherhood Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3571-Minneapolis-Fatherhood-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Keeping-up-with-the-clutter?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-25626-Minneapolis-Single-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Buying-a-home-on-your-own?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Buying a home is never easy and as a single person, and a mother, it’s even thornier, as you have so many decisions to make and they are to be made solely your own. You need to consider how many bedrooms you absolutely need, how many bathrooms... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:32:08 GMT Mary Pulk - Minneapolis Single Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25626-Minneapolis-Single-Moms-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Buying-a-home-on-your-own?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-27251-Minneapolis-Frugal-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Spend-a-carefree-afternoon-for-little-dough-at-Cupcake?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting If you have a sweet tooth and your family does too, there's no better (and cheaper) way to spend an afternoon getting your sugar fix and seeing a bit of Minneapolis than a visit to Cupcake on University Avenue. $1.95 can buy you a "simple"... Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:58:39 GMT Kathy Riddle - Minneapolis Frugal Family Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-27251-Minneapolis-Frugal-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Spend-a-carefree-afternoon-for-little-dough-at-Cupcake?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-9242-Minneapolis-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d29-PACE-PLACE--Fraser-Family-Immersion-Workshop?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting There are a number of local seminars and workshop options available for parents and families of children with autism. Occasionally these things show up in my in-box, and while this is totally out of my budget range, and I don't have any personal... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:51:49 GMT Terry Miller - Minneapolis Autism & Parenting Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9242-Minneapolis-Autism--Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d29-PACE-PLACE--Fraser-Family-Immersion-Workshop?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-25515-Minneapolis-Kids-Nutrition--Exercise-Examiner~y2009m10d22-RX-for-healthy-kids-ages-312?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Obesity in the United States now affects between 25-30 percent of adults.  Its related diseases are gobbling up to 10% of health care costs.  That is scary enough but an estimated 30% of our children are now being touched by this epidemic. ... Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:08 GMT Kelly Warzecha - Minneapolis Kids' Nutrition & Exercise Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25515-Minneapolis-Kids-Nutrition--Exercise-Examiner~y2009m10d22-RX-for-healthy-kids-ages-312?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-24610-Minneapolis-Frugal-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d12-LEGO-Star-Wars-at-Barnes-and-Noble?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Barnes and Noble is a well-known bookstore where you can browse through literature, music, toys, games, and more.  There are comfortable chairs for you to park yourself in while you look through a book or magazine.  And if you get hungry... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:51:29 GMT Vilavanh Villagomez - Minneapolis Frugal Family Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24610-Minneapolis-Frugal-Family-Examiner~y2009m10d12-LEGO-Star-Wars-at-Barnes-and-Noble?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting http://www.examiner.com/x-23775-Minneapolis-Working-Moms-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Eau-Claire-consignment-stores-help-stretch-dollar?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting Finding that your child's clothes are growing shorter or you're in need of some good winter gear? Two great places in Eau Claire to shop and stretch that dollar are That's Adorable and My Baby's Closet.  That's Adorable is located at 129 Barstow... Sat, 10 Oct 2009 08:43:57 GMT Jenny Berg - Minneapolis Working Moms Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23775-Minneapolis-Working-Moms-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Eau-Claire-consignment-stores-help-stretch-dollar?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Minneapolis-Family_and_Parenting