tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6318469015618979612014-06-12T22:14:41.924-07:00Practical ParentingParenting advice that just makes sense!Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-62610218344196646382011-07-13T22:36:00.000-07:002014-06-12T15:04:30.869-07:00Library Story TimeMy kids love Summer. They're all about soaking up the sun and playing hard. I'm all for keeping them active, but I also want to give them opportunities to learn. We all know they say reading to your kids is the best way to teach them how to read so we make sure to read daily. I've also really come to love taking them to our local library. In the summer they do make-and-take crafts and a special outdoor story time where kids and their parents can sit and listen to fun stories, songs, and plays.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tII_wKWj3i0/Th6AZSdDFFI/AAAAAAAAAIw/k9hC0_gpTXE/s1600/Conner%2527s+4th+Birthday+027.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tII_wKWj3i0/Th6AZSdDFFI/AAAAAAAAAIw/k9hC0_gpTXE/s200/Conner%2527s+4th+Birthday+027.JPG" height="640" width="579" /></a></div><br />My kids love the crafts then eating our picnic lunch while we listen to story time.<br /><br />Advice: Bring a blanket to save your spot under the canopy and a home-lunch and listen to stories and songs from around the world!Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-20881610184754848282011-07-13T22:24:00.000-07:002011-07-13T22:26:05.671-07:00Happy July 4!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LE4j-vS1jm4/Th59MgWAtPI/AAAAAAAAAIo/dq5yaOEXBcY/s1600/870659w6s3x1p4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LE4j-vS1jm4/Th59MgWAtPI/AAAAAAAAAIo/dq5yaOEXBcY/s200/870659w6s3x1p4.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I hope you all have safe, fun celebrations for Independence Day this year. Check out the Utah firework safety laws for what is allowed this year and tips for keeping your kids safe. Be sure to get out in the community, too--Utah county has a lot of events fun for the whole family!<br /><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/2011-utah-firework-laws-and-safety">2011 Utah firework laws and safety</a></div><div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/america-s-freedom-festival-2011-provo">America's Freedom Festival in Provo</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-38309896202355447172011-05-09T22:17:00.000-07:002014-06-12T15:30:49.561-07:00Happy Mother's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F7AOxB7pyFQ/Th59tJwgRCI/AAAAAAAAAIs/OEbB888hHsU/s1600/11070_1056269705109_1776856950_113287_505202_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F7AOxB7pyFQ/Th59tJwgRCI/AAAAAAAAAIs/OEbB888hHsU/s200/11070_1056269705109_1776856950_113287_505202_n.jpg" height="640" width="480" /></a></div>I hope you all had a great mother's day. I wanted to share my thoughts on mother's. As an early childhood Examiner with young children, I wrote <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/celebrating-mothers-of-young-children">Celebrating mothers of young children</a>. I found a couple great poems about being a mom. Check it out! (:Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-40382199205322275452011-04-13T21:55:00.001-07:002011-05-09T22:14:40.675-07:00Making the decision to breastfeed or formula feed<div style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: black; font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-left: 0px !important; margin-right: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 20px;"></span><br /><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">I was able to write an article for a contest about a parenting experience very dear to me. It is now published on GoodBlogs. I really think how to feed your baby is such a personal experience.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goodblogs.com/view-post/Struggling-with-the-Decision-to-Breastfeed-or-Formula-Feed">Struggling with the Decision to Breastfeed or Formula Feed</a></div></div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-46359637447181068842011-04-13T07:39:00.000-07:002011-04-13T07:42:13.838-07:00Jake and the Neverland PiratesMy 4-year-old son loves the new show on Disney Junior, Jake and the Neverland Pirates. As soon as the theme song comes on, he's up on his feet dancing! He likes to dress up as a pirate and act out the stories with the characters. I think it's one of the best shows since Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. I don't know, I'm just not a big fan of some of the other shows on Disney right now. I'm hoping Jake and the Neverland Pirates will be around for a while! If you haven't seen the show yet, check out<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/new-jake-and-the-never-land-pirates-show-on-disney-junior">New Jake and the Neverland Pirates Show on Disney Junior</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-85521170095426472362011-04-08T21:28:00.000-07:002011-04-08T21:30:14.027-07:00Morning Sickness Remedies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Js7mFZPeqeU/TZ_gseLIrZI/AAAAAAAAAIk/k_qiDGY12q4/s1600/23899acz0yq7p84.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Js7mFZPeqeU/TZ_gseLIrZI/AAAAAAAAAIk/k_qiDGY12q4/s200/23899acz0yq7p84.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>If you're pregnant or planning to be soon, this advice could be very helpful. . . I asked a group of moms to share their best morning sickness remedies and they had some great responses.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/moms-tried-and-true-morning-sickness-remedies">Moms tried and true morning sickness remedies</a><br />(Photo credit: Free Digital Photos)Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-77539167798346614432011-02-26T13:14:00.000-08:002011-04-13T07:47:11.402-07:00Car Seat Safety<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-evzetc81y4M/TWltCE1gWuI/AAAAAAAAAIg/h1P3bO9hfnw/s1600/google+flikr+car+seat.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-evzetc81y4M/TWltCE1gWuI/AAAAAAAAAIg/h1P3bO9hfnw/s200/google+flikr+car+seat.jpg" width="150" /></a></div>Car seat safety is a serious matter and ideally every parent should educate themselves as much as they can. Being aware of what car seat is best for your child's age and weight, taking car seat classes and replacing expired car seats are a few ways to help your child be safer in the car.<br /><br />Have you read the new <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/nhtsa-releases-new-child-car-seat-recommendations">NHTSA child car seat recommendations</a>? I really feel extending rear facing is so much safer and that's why my 18 month old is still turned back! (: Here are some of my other articles on car seat safety.<br /><br /><ul class="field-items" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/why-car-seats-have-an-expiration-date"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Car Seat Safety: Expiration dates</span></a></li><li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="icon-arrow-right sprite-icon" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/all/themes/base/images/sprite-icon.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: -291px -19px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; display: block; height: 7px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 6px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 5px;"></span><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/nhtsa-guide-on-replacing-a-child-car-seat-after-an-accident" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">NHTSA Guide on replacing a child car seat after an accident</span></a></li><li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="icon-arrow-right sprite-icon" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/all/themes/base/images/sprite-icon.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: -291px -19px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; display: block; height: 7px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 6px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 5px;"></span><a href="http://www.examiner.com/museum-of-tv-and-radio-in-salt-lake-city/utah-child-car-seat-laws-and-keeping-your-child-safe" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Utah Child Car Seat Laws and keeping your child safe</span></a></li><li style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="icon-arrow-right sprite-icon" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/all/themes/base/images/sprite-icon.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: -291px -19px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; display: block; height: 7px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 6px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 5px;"></span><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/car-seat-safety-benefits-of-extended-rear-facing" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;">Car seat safety: Benefits of extended rear facing</span></a></li><li class="last" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="icon-arrow-right sprite-icon" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-image: url(http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/all/themes/base/images/sprite-icon.png); background-origin: initial; background-position: -291px -19px; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; display: block; height: 7px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 6px; outline-color: initial; outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; width: 5px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0b5394;"><br /></span></span></li></ul><div><br /></div><div>Photo Credit: Google</div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-62938854331794477692011-02-26T13:07:00.000-08:002011-04-13T07:48:10.689-07:00Keeping our Kids Safe at Home<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #060108; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 11px; line-height: 17px;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-QStuUFRNL6Q/TWlrcpUO_lI/AAAAAAAAAIc/gLyRCvP4uq8/s1600/FDP+teddy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-QStuUFRNL6Q/TWlrcpUO_lI/AAAAAAAAAIc/gLyRCvP4uq8/s200/FDP+teddy.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11px; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 1.5em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b>As parents we want the best of our kids and one of the most important things we can do is protect them and keep them safe at home.</b></span></div><ol style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11px; font-style: inherit; list-style-type: decimal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 1.5em; margin-right: 1.5em; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 11px; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-bottom-width: 0px; 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margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/national-bath-safety-month-tips-for-keeping-kids-safe" style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">National Bath Safety Month: Tips for keeping kids safe</a> </b></span></span></span></li><li style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; 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border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px; font-style: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank"><b>Keeping your child safe by baby proofing the house</b></a></span></span></span></span></span></li></ol>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-8312014387300861122011-02-26T12:42:00.000-08:002011-02-26T12:44:19.289-08:00February is National Children's Dental Health Month<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-NFj7q35vp8s/TWlmDx5RyTI/AAAAAAAAAIY/Nqitk_8DuEc/s1600/dente+fdp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="162" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-NFj7q35vp8s/TWlmDx5RyTI/AAAAAAAAAIY/Nqitk_8DuEc/s200/dente+fdp.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>With February being National Children's Dental Health Month, it's a great time to review our kids dental habits. Many pediatricians now recommend that babies go to the dentist as soon as they have several teeth. Find tips for keeping your child's teeth healthy and strong in these articles.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/february-national-children-s-dental-health-month">February: National Children's Dental Health Month</a><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/family-health-in-salt-lake-city/why-kids-need-fluoride-supplements">American Associations recommend Fluoride supplements</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-35581482849052089322011-01-15T21:25:00.000-08:002011-01-15T21:26:00.530-08:00New Year's Resolutions<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTKBRnvFDsI/AAAAAAAAAIM/FiibehE59Xw/s1600/1239807_legs_of_a_young_man_running.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="134" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTKBRnvFDsI/AAAAAAAAAIM/FiibehE59Xw/s200/1239807_legs_of_a_young_man_running.jpg" width="200" /></a>It's a new year, a time where many focus on goals for the coming year. What are your resolutions and how do you plan to stick to them? Find <a href="http://www.suite101.com/content/tips-for-setting-realistic-new-years-resolutions-a325468">Tips for Setting Realistic New Year's Resolutions</a><br /><br />If your resolutions involve getting in shape (I know I want to lose the rest of my weight!), find helpful <a href="http://www.examiner.com/weight-loss-in-salt-lake-city/debi-walstad">weight loss tips</a> and general <a href="http://www.brighthub.com/members/debiwalstad2.aspx">exercise and fitness tips</a>.Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-35107826313108879522011-01-15T21:16:00.000-08:002011-01-16T07:06:25.666-08:00Preschool Alphabet Assessment<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTMJYx2F09I/AAAAAAAAAIQ/8BKIhTk6qHM/s1600/poster_aeiou_zb_t0.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTMJYx2F09I/AAAAAAAAAIQ/8BKIhTk6qHM/s200/poster_aeiou_zb_t0.png" width="155" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;">Teaching a child the alphabet early will give him a great start to the reading and writing skills he will use throughout life. This article will give you guidelines for administering a Preschool Alphabet Assessment with resources and tips for monitoring progress and fostering learning. Get resources for administering the Alphabet Assessment and tips for keeping track of ongoing progress. . . </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;"><a href="http://www.brighthub.com/education/early-childhood/articles/100506.aspx">Read Full Article Here</a></span>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-16434315928458890362011-01-15T21:09:00.001-08:002011-01-15T21:10:18.896-08:00Top 5 potty training books<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ9i8BZKuI/AAAAAAAAAII/gRBeW-5pt4s/s1600/potty+training+%2528amazon%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ9i8BZKuI/AAAAAAAAAII/gRBeW-5pt4s/s200/potty+training+%2528amazon%2529.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Do you have a child that needs some encouragement to go potty? Often reading books about potty training can help them become more familiar with the process and willing to try.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/best-potty-training-books">Top 5 potty training books</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-82702199565483172222011-01-15T20:55:00.000-08:002011-01-15T21:04:19.922-08:00CPSC bans drop side cribs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ6QIKfw8I/AAAAAAAAAIA/JuhBFFvTh8U/s1600/CPSC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="132" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ6QIKfw8I/AAAAAAAAAIA/JuhBFFvTh8U/s200/CPSC.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Is your crib current? Did you know the CPSC has banned all drop side cribs? Read more in this article about new crib standards. Make sure your little one is sleeping safely!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/cpsc-approves-new-crib-safety-standards-including-baning-drop-side-cribs">CPSC bans drop side cribs</a><br /><br />More on sleep safety:<br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/proven-ways-to-help-prevent-sids">Proven ways to help prevent SIDS</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/help-baby-sleep-safely-with-halo-sleepsack-wearable-blankets-1">Sleep safe with Halo SleepSack Wearable blankets</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-27928319985678911472011-01-15T20:52:00.000-08:002011-01-15T21:04:02.907-08:00Educational Toys for Kids<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ5aldmb7I/AAAAAAAAAH8/Y_YWYt_WiQg/s1600/alphabet+Abacus+%2528toys+r+us%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TTJ5aldmb7I/AAAAAAAAAH8/Y_YWYt_WiQg/s200/alphabet+Abacus+%2528toys+r+us%2529.jpg" width="200" /></a>I'm working on writing an educational toys series. So far I have written about alphabet and number toys.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/best-toys-for-teaching-number-and-math-concepts">Best toys for teaching alphabet concepts</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/best-toys-for-teaching-number-and-math-concepts">Best toys for teaching number and math concepts</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-51532379746845880712010-12-14T20:08:00.000-08:002010-12-20T20:02:11.169-08:00More Holiday Reading<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TQg_C8UTWEI/AAAAAAAAAH0/uvZ5l_0qLUI/s1600/November+2010+046.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" n4="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TQg_C8UTWEI/AAAAAAAAAH0/uvZ5l_0qLUI/s200/November+2010+046.JPG" width="200" /></a></div>Hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season. I love this time of year and have enjoyed writing some articles around the season.<br /><ul><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/25-inexpensive-family-christmas-traditions">25 Inexpensive Christmas Traditions</a></li><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/creative-indoor-family-activities-for-the-winter-time">Creative indoor activities for kids</a></li><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/stocking-stuffer-ideas-for-kids-and-babies">Stocking stuffer ideas for kids and babies</a></li><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/weight-loss-in-salt-lake-city/10-tips-for-eating-healthy-during-the-holidays">10 Tips for eating healthy during the holidays</a></li><li><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/utah-family-events-at-thanksgiving-point-thanksgiving-and-christmas">2010 Family holiday events near Salt Lake City</a></li></ul>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-47222142333750993962010-11-04T14:47:00.000-07:002010-11-04T14:49:16.940-07:00With Christmas less than two months away. . .<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMqBlYHL5I/AAAAAAAAAHo/7z2PHFYPp90/s1600/634.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="134" px="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMqBlYHL5I/AAAAAAAAAHo/7z2PHFYPp90/s200/634.jpg" width="200" /></a>have you started your shopping? The official <a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/the-toys-r-us-great-big-christmas-book-is-out">Toys R Us Big Christmas book</a> is out and stores are beginning to have sales and displays for the holidays. What's at the top of your Christmas list this year? <br /></div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/holiday-shopping-2010-hot-toys">Holiday shopping: 2010's hottest toys</a><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/children-s-toys-in-salt-lake-city/xbox-360-kinect-released-nov-4-with-15-launch-titles">Xbox 360 Kinect is now for sale</a><br />Find <a href="http://www.examiner.com/childrens-toys-in-salt-lake-city/deborah-walstad">additional gift ideas</a>.Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-88220007897189600782010-11-04T14:38:00.000-07:002010-11-04T14:49:41.528-07:00Tips for staying healthy this cold/ flu season<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMnrxbGazI/AAAAAAAAAHk/rsSO8aHz1mA/s1600/1134816_lets_go_walk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" px="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMnrxbGazI/AAAAAAAAAHk/rsSO8aHz1mA/s200/1134816_lets_go_walk.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>With the colder months in Utah quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about additional ways to keep the family healthy. Hopefully you already have some good habits, but in the winter-time you'll want to do even more. From extra handwashing and general healthy habits, there's a lot you can do to help avoid illness.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/discipline-time-out-guidelines">Staying healthy this cold/ flu season</a><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/how-to-stay-healthy-when-your-kids-are-sick">How to stay healthy when your kids are sick</a><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/top-3-places-for-germs-and-how-to-avoid-getting-sick">Top 3 places for germs and how to avoid getting sick</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-64473086986439793082010-11-04T14:20:00.000-07:002010-11-04T14:51:58.458-07:00Weaning 101<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMjkXnpYeI/AAAAAAAAAHg/wX7FYHJMx2A/s1600/812576__1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" px="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TNMjkXnpYeI/AAAAAAAAAHg/wX7FYHJMx2A/s200/812576__1.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I recently wrote a series of articles on weaning babies. Whether it's binkies, bottles, breastfeeding, or even swaddling a parent needs to be sensitive and go about it in a way that will create the easiest transition for baby.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/weaning-101-pacifiers">Weaning 101: Pacifiers</a><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/weaning-101-bottles">Weaning 101: Bottles</a><br /><a href="http://www.suite101.com/content/weaning-101-breastfeeding-a303817">Weaning 101: Breastfeeding<br />Weaning 101: Swaddling</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-5387784612377064502010-09-29T09:03:00.000-07:002010-10-01T10:42:36.737-07:00Halloween Safety<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TKNkRDyIIsI/AAAAAAAAAHI/AEbZwPGxoaw/s1600/ist2_2263768-halloween-pumpkin.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 163px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 146px; CURSOR: pointer" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522367812322468546" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TKNkRDyIIsI/AAAAAAAAAHI/AEbZwPGxoaw/s200/ist2_2263768-halloween-pumpkin.jpg" /></a><br />Halloween is coming soon and children are beginning to anticipate dressing up and going trick-or-treating. In the excitement of it all, kids are more prone to accidents. It's a good idea to help your kids some ways for keeping safe before going out. <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/halloween-safety-guide-for-your-kids">CLICK HERE</a> to see Halloween safety tips.<br /><br />Thanksgiving Point has fun Halloween events all October long. See more details <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/2010-halloween-events-at-thanksgiving-point-lehi-utah">here</a>.Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-38168264594982708132010-09-23T20:42:00.000-07:002010-09-23T20:47:06.724-07:00Similac Infant Formula Recalled<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TJwe8JqTJZI/AAAAAAAAAG4/sZ9Za44aS_E/s1600/Image_main_module.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 92px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TJwe8JqTJZI/AAAAAAAAAG4/sZ9Za44aS_E/s200/Image_main_module.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520321261983704466" border="0" /></a><br />If you buy Similac formula, you'll want to check out this recall. Abbot is voluntarily recalling certain Similac brand infant formula products that did not meet quality standards due to the possibility of beetle parts in the formula. Find out why that can be a problem and how to look up if your formula is affected by reading the <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/similac-infant-formula-recall-find-out-if-your-formula-is-affected">full article HERE</a>.Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-65928987558509417652010-09-23T13:12:00.000-07:002010-09-23T20:47:39.399-07:00Teaching responsibility at a young ageYoung children are inherently dependent on their parents to teach and guide them. At the same time, children are very smart and thrive on gaining a sense of independence. As a parent, you may recall the stage when your toddler started to insist on doing things on their own saying, "I can do it myself!" Well, with some help, there are a lot of ways you can help him do just that!. . .<a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/teaching-responsibility-chores-for-young-kids">READ MORE</a>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-18637971852831031202010-09-23T12:57:00.000-07:002010-09-23T13:04:40.928-07:00Color Me Mine Art Studio in Utah<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TJuyPg6TEyI/AAAAAAAAAGw/OpOqUmzmeN8/s1600/ist2_7442257-paint.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 155px; height: 187px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TJuyPg6TEyI/AAAAAAAAAGw/OpOqUmzmeN8/s200/ist2_7442257-paint.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520201747874911010" border="0" /></a><br />Have you heard of <span style="font-style: italic;">Color Me Mine</span>? The whole idea sounds like a lot of fun. Choosing an unpainted pottery-piece and painting it to create your own masterpiece. They have locations throughout Utah and are available for parties and events, too.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/kids-will-love-color-me-mine-art-studio-utah">Learn more about <span style="font-style: italic;">Color Me Mine</span></a>.Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-89210941570355651762010-09-06T14:29:00.000-07:002010-09-06T14:37:34.840-07:00Staying healthy this winter<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIVe3_xf-GI/AAAAAAAAAFg/M2xIfM6r__0/s1600/ist2_5159915-catching-snow.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 133px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513917634889906274" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIVe3_xf-GI/AAAAAAAAAFg/M2xIfM6r__0/s200/ist2_5159915-catching-snow.jpg" /></a><br /><div>With the colder months quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about additional ways to keep the family healthy. When asking for "real moms'" advice in Cafe Mom (social networking site for moms), this is the resonse I got. . .<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/discipline-time-out-guidelines">Tips for staying healthy this Cold/ Flu season</a></div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-81488043551019765512010-09-05T14:03:00.000-07:002010-09-05T14:15:38.932-07:00Kid Friendly Recipes<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIQIbCcSz2I/AAAAAAAAAFY/VtjjJhoIEng/s1600/blackboard-cupcakes-fall-recipe-photo-420-FF0908EFA06.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 163px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 164px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513541104413364066" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIQIbCcSz2I/AAAAAAAAAFY/VtjjJhoIEng/s200/blackboard-cupcakes-fall-recipe-photo-420-FF0908EFA06.jpg" /></a><br /><div>When it comes to cooking meals and snacks your child will love, a great place to look is the <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/">Disney Family Fun</a> site under the "Recipes" tab. Find recipes for all types of meals, snacks, drinks, and treats. There are fun holiday or seasonal recipes as well. Each comes with a picture and simple directions. Many are simple enough to allow your child to help out, too!</div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-631846901561897961.post-89910567149500063722010-09-05T13:45:00.000-07:002010-09-06T14:40:34.488-07:00Effective Methods of Discipline<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIVfxOSm-yI/AAAAAAAAAFo/9gi3713gyNo/s1600/ist2_4176094-time-out.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 133px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 184px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513918618039417634" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PovyiyK3_6c/TIVfxOSm-yI/AAAAAAAAAFo/9gi3713gyNo/s200/ist2_4176094-time-out.jpg" /></a><br /><div>As your baby grows and becomes a toddler, his need for guidance also increases. As a parent it's primarily your role to teach him how to behave. Learning discipline methods can help you be prepared to be consistent and effective in guiding your child.<br /><div><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/discipline-guide-age-1-2">Does a baby need discipline?</a> Explore how to teach your child as they become more mobile.</div><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/early-childhood-parenting-in-salt-lake-city/discipline-guide-age-2-5">Practical discipline methods: Age 2-5</a> gives advice from Pediatricians on discipline methods.</div></div></div>Debi Walstadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07825217527281524384noreply@blogger.com0