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Tracy
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2012-03-01
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1. Less Than Perfect Parents
This blog features crafts, educations, family and parenting, health and development, lifestyle, and giveaways.
Latest Blog Posts
- As a Parent, Learn to Pick Your NOson Aug 27, 2012 in ParentingDo you wonder if you’re saying “yes” or “no” too often or not enough? Do you ever feel like your kids are getting away with more the longer you parent? As the youngest of six siblings, I was frequently reminded that I go...
- Baby’s First Foodon Aug 20, 2012 in Health and Development Nutrition Parenting Tips for Parents nutrition real food starting solidsSo, just how many opinions have you heard on which food is the best first food for your baby? Rice cereal, meat, eggs, vegetables, fruit…so many opinions and so many choices. It is no surprise to me when I get an email from a mom confused about...
- Confessions Of An Accidental Reinforceron Aug 13, 2012 in Children Family Family and Parenting Health and Development Parenting Psychology Tips for ParentsWhenever I get on the phone, my children immediately need me. As soon as they hear the phone ring I could swear that all four of them have a pressing issue that needs to be attended to by me at that very moment. I think they have a sixth sense or...
- Less Than Perfect Parents Back-to-School Giveaway!on Aug 6, 2012 in Giveaways Giveaways/ReviewsIt’s time to start back-to-school shopping and I want to give a little something to help out by hosting a giveaway! One lucky winner will win a $50 Lands’ End Gift Card! Enter using the Rafflecopter below: a Rafflecopter giveaway Go...
- Tom’s Shoes: How to be Fashionable and Help a Good Cause I know of a family with two girls, the same ages as my children, who recently lost everything when their home was burned to the ground. I immediately got together a collection of things to donate. As I was doing thi...
- Health Advantages of Homemade Baby Foodon Jul 30, 2012 in ParentingWhen your child becomes old enough to start eating solid foods, you face a decision. Are store bought, jarred foods going to be good enough or are you willing to sacrifice the time and energy to jar your own baby food? Are there significant enough ad...
- Does your parenting suffer from reward abuse?on Jul 23, 2012 in ParentingRewards are an effective way to encourage good behavior in our kids. And I’m all for that. But good things can become harmful when they are abused. Food is good in moderation, but overeating is bad for your health. Alcohol is not bad in moderation,...
- Book Club: The Peach Keeper by Sarah Addison Allenon Jul 20, 2012 in Just for Moms Lifestyle book club book review entertaining just for moms life style recipesA book club is a great way to share books and ideas as well as just get out and relax for an evening. Here are some ideas on how to host a book club meeting for “The Peach Keeper” by Sarah Addison Allen. In order to have a great party y...
- Starting Solidson Jul 16, 2012 in Health and Development Nutrition Parenting children food health nutrition parenting starting solidsThere are so many questions and concerns when it comes to starting solids and I hope over the next few posts to answer them all and leave you armed with the knowledge to feed your baby with confidence. There are so many milestones in the first year o...
- Peach Recipeson Jul 13, 2012 in Food and Drink Lifestyle Recipes Vegetarian appetizer drinks food holiday just for dads just for moms snackBaked Peach Brie Cups A simple but elegant and delicious appetizer: Ingredients Phyllo dough cups Brie Peach preserves Instructions Take each cup and put a spoonful of brie then a spoonful of peach preserves in the center. Bake on 350 degrees F until...
- Around the table: how parents can make the most of family mealtimeThe dinner table provides more than just sustenance for your child’s body; it can also provide nourishment for his soul. Sitting at the table and eating a meal together is a simple event rich with possibility; it offers a golden opportunity for par...
- Magic Happens When You Involve Themon Jun 18, 2012 in Health Health and Development Nutrition Tips for Parents children health nutrition parenting parents picky eatersThere are a few constants in my nutrition practice which I consult with parents about pretty regularly. One of these is picky eaters. There are a lot of them out there and there are many reasons for picky eating, which I will explore at a later date.
- Top 5 Beauty Trends for Summer 2012Get ready to update your makeup bag with a fresh host of pastel eye shadows, bold liners, and kissable lip stains. Summer’s beauty forecast is chic and full of wearable catwalk trends. From metallic shades to bold brows, there are plenty of new and...
- Summer Learning Tips For KidsSummer vacation is in full swing at our house. But don’t get too comfortable. Studies have shown that children demonstrate learning loss over the summer months across academic subjects, especially math and reading. For example, at the start o...
- How To Get Kids To Do Choreson Jun 4, 2012 in Family and Parenting Parenting activities children family just for dads just for moms kids organizing parenting parentsMost parents need more help around the house. I don’t think there’s many of us who thinks their house couldn’t possibly get any cleaner. I don’t think any parents say, “My child helps out too much!” But how can we get...
- http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/hardware-decor-0211#slide-1As I was in the waiting room of my doctor’s office, I started flipping through “Country Living” magazine and I came across a pretty neat “do-it-yourself” project from Jourdan Crouch. The project was how to make a jaunty rope necklace. I...
- Rope NecklaceAs I was in the waiting room of my doctor’s office, I started flipping through “Country Living” magazine and I came across a pretty neat “do-it-yourself” project from Jourdan Crouch. The project was how to make a jaunty rope necklace. I...
- Parents, have you learned the skill of re-routing?on May 28, 2012 in ParentingIf you have ever used a GPS, then you know what happens when you take a wrong turn. It lets you know you are going in the wrong direction–some GPSs are more annoying than others– and indicates that it is re-routing to help you find your w...
- Time for ChangeHi, my name is Kim and I am happy to be part of the Less Than Perfect Parents Team. I will be here once a month providing you with information on raising happy healthy children from the perspective of a holistic nutritionist. In this space I will...
- Less Than Perfect Parents Videoon May 18, 2012 in ParentingI’m excited (and nervous) to present the first Less Than Perfect Parents video advertising our blog! I was lucky to find someone to make it for me and I feel like it gives an idea of what Less Than Perfect Parents is about. I would...
