http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:03:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969405/special-bonding-activities-for-mom-and-baby Even before your baby is born, you begin to build that forever bond! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969405/special-bonding-activities-for-mom-and-baby Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice More Parenting Advice Vicki Clinebell Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/965733/can-you-bond-with-your-unborn-baby Interested in bonding with your bump? Prenatal bonding is a wonderful way to build the foundation of a close and meaningful relationship with your unborn baby. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/965733/can-you-bond-with-your-unborn-baby Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Naomi de la Torre Mon, 25 Jun 2012 06:36:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963856/fun-ways-to-watch-the-summer-games-with-your-daughter Watching the Summer Games with your daughter can be a fun bonding activity with many teachable moments. Here are some of our favorite ideas for enjoying the Games with your daughter. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963856/fun-ways-to-watch-the-summer-games-with-your-daughter Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Kori Ellis Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956063/bonding-with-your-preemie It's not easy to have your newborn whisked away to the NICU the moment he's born. But even if you can't hold and snuggle him around the clock like you want, there are many wonderful ways to bond with your preemie. Learn how. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/956063/bonding-with-your-preemie Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Naomi de la Torre Sun, 01 Apr 2012 08:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954415/5-simple-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids-each-day-and-what-kids-have-to-say-about-it Many moms often feel guilty that they should be spending more time with their children. But finding simple ways to connect with your kids each day means a lot to them. How do we know? They told us! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954415/5-simple-ways-to-connect-with-your-kids-each-day-and-what-kids-have-to-say-about-it Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Lisa Steinke Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/949283/i-fought-to-adopt-my-foster-son Alison Sherman, 47, of Toledo, Ohio, endured fertility issues and invasive medical procedures but her greatest struggle didn’t come until she wanted to adopt. Read Alison’s story of hope. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/949283/i-fought-to-adopt-my-foster-son Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Julie Weingarden Dubin Mon, 05 Sep 2011 08:23:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838405/monday-mom-challenge-embrace-household-imperfection The sign in the trinket shop says it all: “A clean house is the sign of a wasted life.” You know exactly what it means, too. You know you should be more concerned living and experiencing and enjoying life with your family instead of scrubbing the tub to hospital sterilization levels. You know that the time you spend with your kids, engaging with their cute faces and thirsty minds, is more important than when the last time the windows were washed. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838405/monday-mom-challenge-embrace-household-imperfection Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Monday Mom Challenge Jen Klein Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/832787/building-a-better-bond-what-you-need-to-know Ah, new love – one of the greatest feelings in the world. You're giddy, you can't get enough of each other and you're having the best time. Ever. But now what? Holding onto that fabulous feeling takes work and we've got the scoop on everything you need to know about building a great bond with your new guy and creating a strong, lasting relationship. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/832787/building-a-better-bond-what-you-need-to-know Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships Dating Jessica Padykula Fri, 27 May 2011 06:48:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815487/my-favorite-way-to-bond-with-dad-1 Tossing the ball, an afternoon fishing or grilling burgers with the man who raised us can make terrific memories. Our readers share some of their favorite moments with their dad. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815487/my-favorite-way-to-bond-with-dad-1 Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Beth Blair Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822271/teaching-our-kids-the-art-of-creativity As parents we often put a tremendous emphasis on our kids doing well in school. A good education is important, but academic learning is just one type of intelligence. It’s important to remember that school is not an end in and of itself but a way to help children develop. There are many ways we can encourage learning that do not involve long division or physics. Promoting creativity is one way you can have a tremendous impact on your child’s development and well-being as well as bond with them in a fun and meaningful way. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822271/teaching-our-kids-the-art-of-creativity Living School & Education Dr Ben Michaelis Thu, 14 Oct 2010 08:51:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818508/Babywearing-and-adoption If you’ve heard other adoptive parents talk about babywearing and you’re wondering what it’s all about, keep reading. It’s exactly what it sounds like: wearing your baby or toddler in a sling or other carrier so you’re in constant contact. While babywearing is practiced by many parents, adoptive and biological, it’s especially beneficial for children who were adopted, either at birth or during older infancy or toddlerhood. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818508/Babywearing-and-adoption Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Adoption Laura Willard