2012-07-30

Welcome to the July 30, 2012 edition of best of me symphony.

Roxanne Porter presents 6 Tips for Scoring the Nanny Job You Want posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, "Parents looking to hire a nanny, especially from online recruiting sites, are inundated with so many applicants that choosing one can sometimes be more than they are able to handle."

Hannah Howard presents 10 Things Website Owners Lie About the Most posted at Longhorn Leads, LLC, saying, "Ever since the first search engine began ranking pages, many website owners have been less than honest about their websites. For the purposes of SEO, and several other factors, a lot of fudging goes on- which has kept algorithms popping for some time now at Google, Yahoo, Bing, etc."

Carol Watson         presents Medication Administration Guidelines for Nannies posted at National Nannies, saying, "During your career as a nanny, there will be times when you may have to administer medication to your charges. Whether you’re treating a chronic condition that requires daily dosage or the occasional illness that can be battled with over-the-counter meds."

Carrie Dotson presents 10 Ways to Save Money Going to a Disney Park posted at Summer Nanny Jobs, saying, "Nearly every kid dreams of going to one of the Disney theme parks during their childhood years,"

Maria Wells presents 10 Chores Preschoolers Can Do posted at Housekeeping, saying, "Between the ages of three and five children are eager to help out with household chores."

Sara Dawkins presents Important Information for Nannies to Know About Peanut Allergies | NannyPro.com posted at NannyPro.com, saying, "Between 1997 and 2008 the number of children diagnosed with a peanut allergy more than tripled."

Debbie Denard presents Are Stay-at-Home Dads on the Rise? posted at Nanny, saying, "In the last 10 years the number of stay-at-home dads has doubled according to the U.S. Census."

Jacqui Barrie presents 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Homeschooling posted at Aupair Jobs, saying, "Homeschooling has become such a popular schooling option that it’s starting to become accepted as a mainstream form of education."

Paul Taylor presents 10 Tips for Teenage Babysitter Safety posted at Babysitting Jobs, saying, "Since the late 1940′s, the iconic image of the word “babysitter” has been that of a suburban, teenage girl. For many parents"

Kaitlyn Johnson presents 10 Tips for Preventing SIDS posted at Newborn Care, saying, "SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, kills one out of every 2,000 babies. Over the past decade the occurrences of SIDS has dropped dramatically in half, due largely to the push to educate parents to put their babies to sleep on their backs."

Tina Marconi presents Reasons to Hire a Babysitter When Entertaining at Home posted at Find A Babysitter, saying, "Throwing the perfect soiree is a source of pride for many adults, and one that doesn’t have to be forfeited in the name of parenthood. Whether you’re planning a swanky dinner party, a small, casual gathering, or a huge holiday bash for the extended family, there are definitely perks to securing the services of a professional childcare provider."

Jessica Jackson presents 10 Kid Safe Homemade Cleaning Products posted at Summer Nanny Jobs, saying, "If you are interested in going green and keeping your kids safe from caustic cleaning products, making your own homemade cleaning products provides a viable, cost-effective solution. Not only will your kids’ thank you, but your planet will thank you as well, as all of these cleaning products are safe for the environment."

Steven Chang presents Mom Bloggers: 10 Things To Blog About posted at How To Start A Blog: For Fun And Profit!.

Kaitlyn Johnson presents 10 Ways to Save Money Going to a Disney Park posted at Summer Nanny Jobs, saying, "New parents are subjected to a veritable flood of information over the first few years of their child’s life"

Sandra McAubre presents 10 Hard Hitting But Important Nanny Interview Questions | Hire a Nanny posted at hireananny.com, saying, "Asking difficult questions during an interview can be intimidating for both the parents who are asking the questions and the nanny candidates who are answering them."

Meghan Welker presents 10 Classic Books to Read with Your Child posted at Babysitting, saying, "Reading with your child is an enjoyable activity that many parents love to do with their kids, and according to the U.S. Department of Education is one worth doing often"

Sophie Leake presents 10 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Preschool posted at Au Pair Care, saying, "The first day of preschool is usually an exciting milestone, but it can also be a stressful one for both you and your child. One of the most effective ways to combat separation anxiety and other stressors is to begin preparations as early as possible."

Molly Cunningham presents How to Select a Pediatrician posted at Live-In Nanny, saying, "There is much to consider when you start the search for your child’s pediatrician, and, if possible, you should start your search before you give birth."

Sara Dawkins presents How to Make a Basic Hair Bow posted at NannyPro.com, saying, "Little girls with big bows in their hair are the epitome of girly cuteness, and many little girls love to match each and every outfit with a coordinating hair bow. However buying a new bow to match every outfit can get a little pricey."

Fortuitous Observer presents I Remember When I Became a Philly Girl...My Incident with Officer O'Malley - Soul Thumping posted at Soul Thumping.

Barbara Williams presents Why You May Want to Bring a Babysitter on Vacation with You posted at Find A Babysitter, saying, "While planning a family vacation, making arrangements for an accompanying childcare provider may not be at the top of your checklist. After all, it is a “family” vacation; however, there are a wide variety of reasons why bringing your favorite sitter along might be a wise choice."

Roxanne Porter presents 5 Picture Frames Your Charges Can Create posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, "Sometimes finding the perfect gift for a nanny employer can be a difficult task, however making homemade gifts is almost always appreciated. Making frames with the children to give as a gift is not only a fun craft that you can do together while parents are at work, but can be a heartfelt gift for those that are hard to shop for."

Debbie Denard presents How to Host a Princess Tea Party posted at Nanny, saying, "For many young ladies having a princess tea party would be the perfect way to spend a day with girlfriends feeling like royalty. Your princess tea party can be as simple or as elaborate as you wish; all you need are a few basic instructions to help you create a tea party fit for a royal crowd."

Maureen Denard presents Simple Doll Clothes You and Your Child Can Make posted at Find A Nanny, saying, "For girls who love dressing up their dolls, learning to make their own doll clothes can be a fun twist to add to the normal routine, and a welcomed lesson that can spark creativity."

Sarah Tucker presents Nannies and Social Media: How Much is Too Much? posted at 4Nannies, saying, "For most of us, Facebook and Twitter have become a natural part of how we communicate with family, friends, and co-workers. It’s become second nature to hop onto Facebook and update our status and check in with what others are up to, or scan Twitter to see what the hot topics of the day are."

Hannah Howard presents 5 Ways for a Website to Provide Customer Service posted at Longhorn Leads, LLC, saying, "When you think of customer service, websites rarely come to mind. Instead you probably envision smiling faces and helpful staff guiding customers through the buying experience or handling a question or concern for an existing customer."

Jennifer Miner presents Berlin Bike Tour – Private Guided Bicycle Tour in East Berlin posted at The Vacation Gals - Family travel, girlfriend getaways, romantic getaways, destinations, things to do, travel tips, saying, "Berlin, and East Berlin in particular, is best seen by bike. Walking takes a long time, taxis and rental cars are expensive, and tour buses don't get travelers as up close and personal with the city as does a bike tour."

Roxanne Porter presents 10 Reasons Parents Should Have a Pool of Prescreened Caregivers posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, "Years ago it was the norm for extended family to live in close proximity to each other and help out with young children while the parents worked, however that is simply no longer the case."

Sophie Leake presents 5 High Protein Snack Ideas for Kids posted at Au Pair Care, saying, "According to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, the protein needs in children change and increase as they get older. For instance, a child 2 to 3 years old requires 13 to 50g of protein per day and a child 4 to 8 years of age requires 30 to 90g per day."

Maureen Denard presents How To Find A Nanny posted at Find A Nanny, saying, "There are a lot of different ways to find a nanny in today’s market, and each way has its own set of pros and cons. Some parents choose to use only one search avenue when they begin to look for a nanny, and other parents opt to use a combination of different methods; however the method you use is completely dependent on your own personal preference."

Theresa Torres presents 6 Timeless Fashion Pieces Every Man Should Own ~ Men Chic- Men’s Fashion and Lifestyle Online Magazine posted at Men Chic- Men’s Fashion and Lifestyle Online Magazine, saying, "For most men, shopping for clothes is not an activity that they particularly enjoy and they tend to decide more quickly. If this is you, here are 6 fashion tips on what to have in your wardrobe so that you'll always be ready for any occasion."

Theresa Torres presents Four Ways to Decrease Memory Leaks on Your Android Tablet | SLEETHERZ posted at SLEETHERZ, saying, "To keep your Android device running smoothly, be aware of apps and programs that may be causing memory leaks on it and follow these tips."

Theresa Torres presents Six Wardrobe Tips For Riding Your Bike In The Rain posted at Raincoats For Women, saying, "Riding a bike to work instead of driving can be a good option when you want to save money. But what about during rainy days? Here are some wardrobe tips for those rainy bike rides."

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