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Help, my little boy swears!

In the face of swearing, keep calm and show the greatest possible indifference. By not obtaining the desired effect, they lose their reason for being.

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Practical tips for new parents

Children do not carry a manual under their arm but they do have many doubts and fears. We give you some practical tips for new parents.

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Grandparent detox, is it necessary?

There are parents who choose not to have their children see their grandparents so often, but the solution is not this if there are problems, it is to find the educational balance.

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Do I really want to be a mother?

The woman can decide in her motherhood and above all make sure about what makes her happy. Becoming a mother changes everything. You have to think if it really is the way and prioritize aspects in life. However and despite social pressure, the final decision is your own. Learn about aspects that will help you decide.

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Is White Noise Good For Baby Sleeping?

Making use of white noise to calm the baby can be an effective technique but also not very beneficial. Find out exactly what it is and the dangers it can bring.

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Plan to avoid conflict

If you want to avoid conflicts in your home, then what you have to do is plan according to the personality and interests of your children.

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Keys to expressing breast milk

If you are breastfeeding, it is likely that at some point you will need to express milk. Discover the different techniques you can use and how to do it optimally.

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The importance of support groups

If you think you have parenting problems with your children, then you can consider going to support groups to improve your situation.

Mumnesia: the amnesia of mothers

Do you have recurrent forgetfulness or lack of concentration since you were a mother? Do not worry! You have mummies: the amnesia of mothers.

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The family is not born, it is made

Do not fall into the error of thinking that all bond is biological, love is something that you cultivate every day. Here you will learn ways to show your love in the most beneficial way for your child.

Postpartum mastitis

Home remedies to treat mastitis

Home remedies for postpartum mastitis. A basic and very complete guide that will help you treat this ailment associated with breastfeeding.

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How to choose a mobile for children?

If you are thinking of buying the first mobile phone for your children, do not miss these tips on mobile phones for children. A basic guide to help you in your choice.

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Homophobia and transphobia are cured with education

Days like today, in which we say stop homophobia and transphobia, are important to move towards a diverse society, in which we all see ourselves as the people we are, regardless of sexual condition or identity.

How to promote the good use of the Internet in children

If the Internet is used correctly it can become a good tool for playing and learning. However, misuse of the Internet has many risks and drawbacks, especially for minors. For this reason as parents we must establish a series of rules of use.

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Internet and family, can it be combined?

On International Internet Day, we value the possibility of combining the Internet and family. Do not miss our conclusions, they can surely be of great help to you.

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Mom I want to be an artist

How would you act if your son tells you, Mom, I want to be an artist? It is possible that this happens so you must be prepared for this situation. We help you with these tips.

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The mother I want to be to my children

We all constantly ask ourselves if we are the type of mother we want to be, here is a personal reflection about the type of mother I want to be for my children

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Perfect mom; Fiction or reality?

In today's society, the idealized concept of motherhood has little to do with the reality that thousands of mothers experience every day. Being a perfect mom becomes the goal of many women creating feelings of guilt and frustration. How to overcome those feelings and become an imperfect mother?

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How to educate parents about bullying

It is important to know in depth any problem to know how to tackle it. Today we explain a little about bullying and the importance of being aware of it.

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You are not alone, I believe you

Things you need to know to help create a better society for your children. A society in which it is not about men or women, but about people.

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Coping With Empty Nest Syndrome

It is the law of life. Children when the time comes to become independent and parents can suffer the so-called "empty nest syndrome". We advise you to face it in the best way.

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My partner's child does not accept me, what can I do?

Sometimes we fall in love with someone who already has children and it may happen that they have no interest in accepting us as members of their family. We help you analyze the situation to find the most suitable solution for you.

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His favorite toy

It may be that your child has many toys, new and shiny, but he just wants to play with that stuffed animal, car or tricycle, which is old, dirty and even broken. Today we explain why this toy is irreplaceable for your child.

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Why kisses are so important to your children

Today is the international day of the kiss, that is why we explain the importance of kisses for your children and what is necessary is that you show them with your example, this beautiful way of expressing your love to others.

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There is not only one right path, you set the tone

Many times we receive a lot of advice on parenting from different sources and it becomes difficult to follow the correct path, we feel guilty for not following it, when in fact, the correct thing is to follow your own path.

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Tips to encourage reading in children

Reading with the youngest has multiple advantages at a didactic, emotional and family level. Learn tips to encourage reading in children from a young age.

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Tips to educate without yelling

We can all lose our temper at some point, but we should not do it as a form of education. Educating without yelling is much more effective. Find out how!

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YES earrings or NO earrings in girls

Are you wondering whether to put the earrings on your baby girl or if it is better not to put them on? There are different opinions on this issue, which can be quite controversial.

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Motherhood in special professions

There are professions that are tough and set the pace of a person's life. We help you to face motherhood in cases of belonging to a special profession.

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How to treat 13-year-olds?

13-year-olds worry about physical changes in their body, are sensitive, overreact, and have mood swings. They criticize almost everything and become more demanding. How can you treat your teenager in a positive way and keep him physically healthy?

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My son is gay / transsexual, so what?

Although we are in the XXI century, there are still prejudices and controversy with this issue. We explain why you should not make a drama in this situation.

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How to treat your partner's children

It is becoming more and more common to find a partner who has children from a previous relationship. Discover the most appropriate way to treat them to maintain good family harmony.

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Go from crib to bed before the age of 2

Although the ideal age for our baby to go from crib to bed is three years, sometimes it is necessary to make the change earlier. We explain the guidelines to keep your baby safe.

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My son is the bully of the class

As wonderful as we think our children are, we may one day find that a classmate is being bullied. Find out here how to deal with the situation.

We support the inclusion of sexual abuse as a form of Child Abuse

Why are there bad people?

It is a question that our children can ask us at any age, either because of some damage they did or because of something they saw or heard. Today we help you come up with a good explanation.

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Respectfully handling tantrums

Children test adults with their tantrums. Learn how to respectfully handle tantrums with our tips, educating them emotionally.

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Equality education: neither pirates nor princesses

To achieve equal opportunities between genders, we must start with education in equality from home. That your child is a boy or a girl does not justify different treatment or expectations. Let's use educational strategies that avoid sexist stereotypes.

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What to do to be really pretty

What does it really mean to be beautiful? We give you the answer to this question and explain the importance of your self-esteem in the education of your children.

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Values ​​to teach siblings

If you have children and want you to be a united family all the time, then do not miss these values ​​to teach siblings.

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When and how to diet without gluten

Although you may have heard that the gluten-free diet is healthier for everyone, it is not true that we explain when, how and why you should or should not do it.

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How to stimulate speech in children

Language like any other achievement in children depends a lot on each child, but we as parents can help stimulate language in the little ones in an enjoyable way. Find out how to stimulate speech in children in this article!

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How to explain death to children

The subject of death is somewhat delicate and explaining it to the little ones may seem complicated, but it is much simpler than it may seem. We explain the best way to explain death to children so that they know how to manage it in the best way.

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Things not to say to a mother who feeds a bottle

Although the ideal and recommended by the WHO is exclusive breastfeeding during the first 6 months of life, there are cases in which new mothers choose artificial lactation. These mothers sometimes choose and sometimes not, we explain what a mother who feeds with a bottle does not need to hear and why.

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7 useful tips if you are looking to get pregnant

Getting pregnant is not an easy task! Although it seems otherwise. Here you will find 7 tips that every woman who is looking for pregnancy needs to know, to take it with the necessary physical and mental health.

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Valentine's gift ideas

Valentine's is just around the corner. If you want to surprise your partner, don't miss out on these Valentine's Day gift ideas.

How to entertain the kids at a family dinner

A family dinner can be a great opportunity to have a great time together or it can turn into a disaster. Think about how to entertain the children with these tips and everything will be great.

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Busy moms: have 10 minutes to yourself

If you are a busy mom, one of those who does not have time for herself ... You need to take 10 minutes for yourself. We give you some ideas to use that time.

Motherhood and tribe

Motherhood and tribe

Motherhood is beautiful but it is also raw, and we all need empathy, strength, help and support that we can find in the tribe.

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How to prevent head lice

Lice infections intensify during the school year. Fortunately, we can prevent head lice by following a few simple guidelines.

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Types of pregnancy

We tell you the types of pregnancy that can develop in the gestation period so that you can identify which one you are experiencing.

Itchy nipple

Nipple itchiness during pregnancy is quite common. This itching can be annoying, discover the reasons and how to alleviate this problem.

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Tips for traveling with a baby

Travel can be chaotic without good organization. Here you can find the most basic tricks to travel by car, plane or train with your baby.

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Summer safety with babies

Summer is a time of relaxation and vacation, but you should never be distracted from summer safety with babies. Do not lose detail!

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Tips for single parents

Single mothers are brave, but single fathers are, too. Parents are also capable of moving a family forward.

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The secrets of VERY busy mothers

Being a mother today is synonymous with not having time for just anything. Discover some secrets of VERY busy mothers to get to everything and be well.

Why Children Should Not Be Hit

Hitting children is NEVER the solution. This type of punitive discipline only instills fear, does not educate and also has serious consequences for the future.

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Tips to Help Children Cope with Divorce

If you are going to get divorced or are in the middle of the process, it is important that you help your children to cope with this situation. Do not miss these tips.

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Alike, a short to reflect

Alike is a short that invites us to reflect on the approach we want to give to life and how children are great teachers.

The best of 2016 in Madres Hoy

We collect some of the best posts that we published last year. Maternity and babies, education, health, development, and other topics of your interest.

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Fertile days to get pregnant

In this article we teach you how to know the fertile days in order to calculate how to get pregnant through the fertile days

The origin of Halloween

Can fear be fun?

Fear can be fun for some children, but for others, it can be terrifying and there are consequences. You can avoid this, find out how.

Parenting in arms. Carrying safely

Carrying can be considered the natural way to transport a baby, but in many cases it continues to be criticized. We are going to learn to carry safe

Week 20 of pregnancy

Week 20 of pregnancy. The doctor will do the second trimester or morphological ultrasound. Your baby is moving and can hear outside sounds.

The best strollers for baby

The best strollers for baby

Do you have to buy a baby stroller? Don't miss our guide to choosing the best baby stroller and the best models you can buy.

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Parental involvement in school

It is very important that parents are involved in the life of their children at school from the time they enter the school for the first time.

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Negotiating nights out with teens

If you have teenage children, you probably want to start experiencing nights out with their friends, but how should you handle this issue?

Healthy eating also in summer

Summer is a time for vacations and rest, cooking and maintaining a healthy diet is difficult. It is important to take care of the diet in summer.

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Stress in single mothers

The stress of single mothers is a reality, but it also happens to single fathers. How can you reduce that discomfort for a better life?

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How do I know if I'm pregnant?

There are women who are looking to become pregnant and others who, on the other hand, believe that they may be pregnant but they would have liked to ...

Myths and truths about breastfeeding

Certain practices and recommendations about breastfeeding are not always appropriate and sometimes cause failure and abandonment of breastfeeding.

Tips for buying a baby chair

Tips for buying a baby chair

Do you need to buy a stroller for your baby? Don't you know what details you should look at? We offer you the best advice.

Ideas to spend Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a day to celebrate, because although a mother is a mother all year round, enjoying with the family is always a special option. Do you want ideas?

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How to stop emotional bullying

Emotional bullying is a form of harassment or bullying that must be taken into account in order to cope with it and for children to overcome it.