Category Archives: Parenting

Preview of new baby products for 2013

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

If you love sporting the newest trends in baby gear you’ll want to see what’s going to be hitting store shelves in 2013! Website lilsugar has a preview of almost 100 products that were on display this fall at the … Continue reading →

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Ok to cry it out? New study says, ‘yes’

Posted on September 10, 2012 by

When it comes to parenting debates, ‘crying it out’ is right up there with extended breastfeeding. Some parents think it’s the way to go, while others just think it’s cruel. According to NBC Nightly News, a new study determines that … Continue reading →

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Early Learning Carnival to provide resources and services for young children

Posted on September 4, 2012 by

The Early Learning Carnival is being hosted by the Association for the Eduction of Young Children – SE Alaska (AEYC-SEA)

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Living in the Moment: Parenting with fewer regrets

Posted on July 28, 2012 by

I will admit that I feel like I’ve struggled to adjust to life as a mom, and especially life as a stay-at home mom. I, like most mothers, really want to do everything right and realizing I can’t has really … Continue reading →

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Crib bumpers still on the market, despite warnings

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

With all the warnings against the use of crib bumpers, you’d think they would be off the shelves by now. However, they are still being sold and parents are still buying and using them, putting their babies at risk of … Continue reading →

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School district: Police are probing attempted abduction

Posted on April 27, 2012 by

This is pretty scary! However, it’s a great example of a family safety plan! From The Juneau Empire, April 26, 2012: School district: Police are probing attempted abduction Fifth-grade student bikes home to safety when stranger didn’t know password Juneau … Continue reading →

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New-Mom Must Haves

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

As first-time moms, we bought and registered for all kinds of things. Some we used and loved, some we didn’t need at all, and some were just plain useless! We asked you to tell us about your favorite new-mom products. … Continue reading →

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Pick your new-mom must haves!

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

As a new mother, what products could you just not live without? What products would you recommend to other expecting moms? Fill out the form below and we’ll post the results! Thank you for all your submissions! We’ve taken your … Continue reading →

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OMGHAVEYOUHEARDABOUTPINTEREST?

Posted on March 1, 2012 by

By now you’ve probably heard someone you know gush about Pinterest. It’s pretty much the hottest thing on the internet among moms these days. In fact, most of Pinterest’s users are women, and most of those women are moms. So … Continue reading →

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10 Secrets for Surviving a Family Vacation

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

It’s that time of year… time to get out of Alaska! Many families, by this time, are starting to get tired of the limited daylight and constant precipitation. If you are heading out soon, here are some tips that might … Continue reading →

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