Parents know that in the midst of the mayhem, staying calm and not yelling is key. But unless you’re made of stone, it’s extremely hard to maintain even keel when you are dealing with kids day in and day out.
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3 Signs That You’re Carrying More Than One Baby
Do twins run in your family, have you had fertility treatments, or do you just have a hunch that you’re expecting more that one child? You might be right! Read about the signs that indicate that you could be carrying more than one baby.

Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: A Case For Neutrality In An Inter-Family Feud
I could use your advice. I am the middle one of three sisters. My older sister Carol is married and does not have any children. My younger sister Maureen is married and has three kids, ages 15, 13, and 12. I am married and have twin 14-year-old girls.

Car Safety for Expectant & New Moms: Momcast Re-cap
Last week Mommybites held a very important momcast on car safety for expectant and new moms, generously sponsored by SafeRide4Kids.

4 Ways Playing a Musical Instrument Makes Your Child Smarter
We all want our children to do well and to be as smart and as successful as they can be. There are always new methods being discovered that reveal how parents can encourage mental growth in their children. Teaching children a musical instrument is one of the most fascinating ways we can help our children develop.

How You Are Doing It RIGHT
I often write about ways to improve on your parenting or new strategies or changes to make, but this time I am shaking it up. In honor of Mother’s Day month, I want to let you know why you are doing a great job. How do I know? You will see… You Woke Up And […]

Ask Dr. Gramma Karen About Mother’s Day: Do You Know . . .
Mother’s Day, created by Anna Jarvis, was first celebrated at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia, on May 10, 1908. Its purpose was to recognize mothers, motherhood, and maternal bonds in general, as well as the positive contributions that they make to society.

This Is How to Reverse Picky Eating Habits
Nobody plans to have a picky eater, but when it happens you can undo your children’s picky eating habits in 5 simple steps.
