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You need to have your focus of attention in the present moment to record a thought in short-term memory. Why didn't it happen? Don't even think about it. Here is a simple solution that works every time. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 22:01:07 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/healthy-aging.html Many factors contribute to healthy aging, including lifestyle,physical and mental fitness, and even your environment. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:24:59 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/infant_seats.html I have heard that overuse and misuse of infant seats and other Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:33:37 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/creative-kids.html If you can get your grandkids to be creative on their own, they will spend less time on unproductive activities such as watching TV. But how do we manage that? Here are some ideas on the subject ... Wed, 06 Aug 2008 21:15:03 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/the-power-of-grandparents-to-make-a-difference.html My situation is a little different than most. My partner Jo is a woman and is a Methodist Minister. We live in a beautiful church house and are able Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:45:38 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/gardening-with-children.html Gardening with children - another wonderful way to have some quality time with your grandchildren.They will love pulling up carrots in the vegetable garden or helping you plant some marigolds. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:50:43 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/tickleme-plant.html The TickleMe Plant - Daddy come quick, my plant just moved when I tickled it, my daughter Rebecca screams from her bedroom. You can imagine the excitement in the house. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:29:02 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/favorite-links.html This is a page of my favorite links in no particular order. These are NOT affiliate links, just websites that I particularly enjoy Sat, 26 Jul 2008 21:53:09 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/baby-blues.html Baby blues,including some of the troublesome baby ills, baby colic, Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:17:48 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/safety-in-the-kitchen.html Allow your grandchildren to watch you cook from an early age, and teach them safety as they learn. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:04:28 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/Declutter.html Tried and true strategies to declutter your home when you have toddlers Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:58:54 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/cooking-with-kids.html Cooking with Kids - What better way to spend some quality time with your grandchildren, than to teach them how to cook? Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:17:11 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/kid-friendly-chicken-recipes.html Here are some kid friendly chicken recipes. Most children, even the fussiest, can usually be persuaded to eat chicken. These are fun and easy recipes to make. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:15:28 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/recipes2.html More fun kid recipes, all will appeal to kids, some are easy enough for kids to make themselves. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:12:39 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/kid-friendly-recipes.html Here are some kid-friendly recipes, family favorites that are quick and easy to make. Some are simple enough for kids to make on their own, others will need adult supervision. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 02:59:34 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/new_baby.html There is a new baby on the way. How can the excited grandparents help the Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:27:57 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/visiting_grandchildren.html Visiting Grandchildren, whether it is they who are staying with you, or you who are visiting them Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:32:38 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/using-email.html Using email to keep in touch with your family is my personal favourite Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:28:07 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/keeping-in-touch-by-mail.html Keeping in touch by mail is still an option, even in this electronic world.Getting a postcard from a far-off place is still exciting for your Grandchildren. Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:25:23 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/long-distance-grandparenting.html If you long distance, far away grandparents can keep in touch regularly and frequently with your grandchildren, it will create a bond between you and make visits very special. Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:22:08 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/flying-with-children.html Flying with children takes some extra planning, but your grandchildren will never forget the trip you took together. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 06:07:27 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/driving-with-children.html Driving with children on longer trips takes some planning. Do you have car seats for the small grandkids? How are you going to keep them occupied? How often should you stop? Thu, 12 Jun 2008 05:09:09 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/travelling-with-children.html Travelling with children can be fun if you just prepare carefully. Packing for the trip, you will need the right documents, clothing, toys and amusements to make it a happy experience. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 05:07:41 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/toys_and_games.html Toys and games for school-age kids are geared more to Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:33:56 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/toys_for_pre-schoolers.html Toys for pre-schoolers are very important to their development as social human beings. They learn through their play. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:32:42 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/toys_for_toddlers.html Toys for toddlers need to be tough, they will take a pounding. Toddlers chew on toys, throw them, ride on them. Safety has to be one of your main considerations. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:24:24 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/toys_for_babies.html Toys for babies should be brighly coloured, have no small parts, or soft stuffed toys with embroidered eyes. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:23:14 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/choosing_toys.html When choosing toys for grandkids there are several things to consider, including safety, age appropriateness,the interests of the child and (don't forget) the parent's wishes. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:21:17 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/scrapbooking.html Scrapbooking with your grandchildren is an ideal pastime for for bringing the generations together. With your older grandchildren, sorting through family photos brings back many memories and quite a f Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:48:21 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/board_games.html Playing board games can give hours of family fun, and with the huge variety of games out there, you can find something for every age level. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:46:50 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/card_games.html Card games are fun for grandparents and children. There are Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:44:20 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/game_of_the_day.html Game of the day is a page with games, puzzles,and other fun Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:38:54 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/Fun_with_Your_Grandkids.html Having fun with your Grandkids, playing games,doing crafts, scrapbooking, Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:24:06 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/postnataldepression.html Postnatal depression, aka postpartum depression, affects up to one in five women. You are not alone and there is help Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:53:52 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/getting-baby-to-sleep.html Getting baby to sleep through the night is a problem that almost all new parents have to deal with.There are several schools of thought.. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:51:08 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/fussy-eaters.html Fussy eaters are a worry and a frustration for parents who are trying to get a child to eat. Family meals can become struggles but this method takes the fighting out of feeding. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:18:45 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/diaper_rash.html Diaper rash can be quite a startling sight for inexperienced parents, but it is only too common.Most nappy rashes are easy to treat, just by keepin g baby clean and dry. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:17:22 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/rights_of_grandparents.html The legal rights of grandparents to access their grandchildren vary from Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:23:59 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/Keeping-in-touch-by-mail.html Keeping in touch by mail is still an option, even in this electronic world.Getting a postcard from a far-off place is still exciting for your Grandchildren. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:43:09 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/colic.html Baby colic can start in the first few weeks of life and last for three months! Wed, 28 May 2008 18:23:04 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/try-to-reconcile-always.html I have heard so many heartbreaking stories from Grandparents who only want the best for their kids and grandchildren. Yet for one reason or another Thu, 22 May 2008 04:33:40 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/your_stories.html Your Stories - Where were you when...? is a page dedicated to your stories, humor, nostalgia and memories. Please share some of your tales with us! Thu, 08 May 2008 22:24:45 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/memoirs.html Have you written your memoirs? Have you written a family history or... Thu, 08 May 2008 22:23:49 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/Grandparents-blog.html Blog updates on the latest additions to grandparentscafe.com plus your pictures and stories. Pour yourself a cuppa and join us here. Thu, 08 May 2008 22:23:04 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/grandparents_raising_grandchildren.html Grandparents raising grandchildren need help and understanding support. Here are some links to support groups for grandparents raising a second family. Thu, 08 May 2008 22:22:16 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/crafts_for_kids.html Some simple crafts for kids and grandparents to do together.Arts and crafts for children keep them busy and creative on a rainy day. Thu, 08 May 2008 22:21:26 GMT http://www.grandparentscafe.com/contact_us.html Please use this form to give us feedback on this site. Please use our Contact Us form. Any suggestions, ideas and comments are welcome. Thu, 08 May 2008 22:20:29 GMT