Archive for November, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

Would you like to know about a Thanksgiving Baby? Please come over to Awesome Mom’s blog. :)

And who’s got their 6th wedding anniversary? Nay (Estranged & Getting Stranger)!

On this Thanksgiving, Christina (A Mommy Story) also has some nice things to share on her blogiversary. Check her out!

Congratulations to all of you!

Hope you all have a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable Thanksgiving celebration… :)

News on Cerebral Palsy

Tuesday, November 21st, 2006

Children With Cerebral Palsy Can Look Forward To Improved Quality Of Life
“Deakin University is taking the global lead in improving the quality of life of children with cerebral palsy. Dr Elise Davis and Professor Elizabeth Waters from Deakin’s School of Health and Social Development have developed a world-first questionnaire aimed at determining if treatments for children with cerebral palsy improve their overall wellbeing, not just their mobility.”

Despite cerebral palsy, music was the inspiration for John Rantz
“John Michael Rantz never told his family he loved them, but he showed them with his eyes. He died peacefully in his sleep Nov 4, at age 48, without ever speaking a word. Born with cerebral palsy, his body failed him, but his family never let the disease hinder their love for their son.”

Your Children’s Most Memorable Birthday Gifts

Monday, November 20th, 2006

What gifts will you give your children on their next birthday? Have you made any decisions already? If they have their wish list, you are lucky then.

But if you have no idea, this article below provides interesting recommendations that you might try. Enjoy!

10 Memorable Gifts You Can Give Your Children for Their Birthday
By Adriana Copaceanu

Everyone loves a special gift on their birthday: especially our kids! I have put together a list of 10 memorable gifts you can gift your children on their birthday without breaking the bank.

  1. Art supplies: almost all kids enjoy crayons, markers, stickers, colored pencils, gel pens, special papers and scissors, sidewalk chalk, water colors, homemade rubber stamps, “how to draw” books calligraphy instructions, or origami instructions and colored paper. An art supply gift not only encourages the youngsters to use their imagination, but it can be an extra treat when you spend time with them using them.
  2. Books are always great gifts for any age: you can get musical or squeaky books for the little ones, short stories for preschoolers, adventure books for 9-11 year olds, and so on: there is a book for every taste. You can also buy books about your child’s interests, books about careers, etc.

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Blog of the Week

Friday, November 17th, 2006

Good Ole Cook has something special in her blog last Wednesday.

November 27, 2006 is her Mom & Dad’s 40th wedding anniversary… Wow! That is almost unbelievable! 40 years of marriage!

However, she is planning for a surprise anniversary party for her beloved parents tomorrow (November 18). I’m sure that it’s going to be an unforgettable celebration for all of the family.

She has set up everything since about 4 months ago with her siblings. Please have a look at her blog to see what they’ve been doing :).

You are absolutely correct, Good Ole Cook…. This is a HUGE accomplishment. 40 years of marriage!

And for this very extraordinary moment, your family’s special day, I am pleased to choose your blog as the Blog of the Week.

May your parents live happily ever after …
and may their children have a strong and loving marriage
as their Mom and Dad’s…

Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary!

Improve Your Kids’ Self-Confidence in 10 Effective Ways

Thursday, November 16th, 2006

I am sure that every parent wants to be PERFECT for his or her children. He or she is trying to please them in any way.

Establishing good habits in the family will do good to improve the children’s self-confidence.

Here are some ways among many that you can apply to your family life toward your beloved children:

1. Hug your children every day.

2. Let them know that everybody can give a good idea.

3. Give them a children’s cookbook and let them try out some favorite dishes for the whole family.

4. Let your kids be in charge in family’s occasions, such as decorating the house or making plans for everything.

5. Trust your kids as much as you can.

6. Apologize to them when you are wrong.

7. Laugh with your children and cry with them too.

8. Celebrate your kids’ successes - even little ones.

9. Enjoy spontaneous picnics with your children.

10. Let them know that you will be there for them no matter what.

Good luck!

Pregnancy and Childbirth News

Wednesday, November 15th, 2006

Spidey’s a Daddy
“The Spider-Baby has hatched. Tobey Maguire and his fiancĂ©e, jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer, welcomed their first child in Los Angeles Friday, the actor’s rep confirmed to E! Online, saying that the camera-ready couple are the “proud and happy parents of a beautiful baby girl.” Neither the baby’s name nor vital statistics have been released, though Us Weekly reported that the stork delivery took place at Cedars-Sinai Hospital.”

Pamela Anderson Confirms Miscarriage
“NEW YORK — Pamela Anderson has confirmed that she suffered a miscarriage, Us Weekly reports. A spokesman for the 39-year-old actress told Us Weekly that Anderson, who is married to Kid Rock, suffered a miscarriage late last week. She is currently shooting “Blonde and Blonder,” a film costarring Denise Richards, in Vancouver, Canada.”

Heavy Smoking Cuts Women’s Chance Of Pregnancy, Even With Donated Oocytes
“Heavy smoking may reduce female fertility by directly affecting the uterus - making it less receptive and reducing the chances the embryo will implant, according to research published on line on 9 November in Europe’s leading reproductive medicine journal Human Reproduction.”