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Liz Akbar selects articles about pregnancy, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, teens, family life, family fun, food and recipes. Sit back, relax and take a mini-vacation from the little ones while you learn a few tips and tricks that will make your lives more enjoyable and fulfilling.
| Title | Podcast Description | Author/Reader | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expecting Cold Weather - January, 2012 | "Stay safe and healthy all season long with these winter-wise strategies." by Leslie Pepper. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:23 |
| The Great Spanking Debate - January, 2012 | "Despite the warnings, 4 out of 5 parents still spank their kids. Many experts believe the negative consequences outweigh any behavioral benefits. Who's right?" by Jeanette Moninger. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:12:49 |
| Bring Down Family Costs - January, 2012 | "Prices are going up, up, up. And chances are your paycheck isn't. We'll help you WIN (Whip Inflation Now) without feeling like you're scrimping." by Alexandra Kirkman. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:16 |
| Decode Your Baby's Body Language - January, 2012 | "Just because she can't talk doesn't mean your little one doesn't have important things she wants to tell you." by Caroline Schaefer. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:11 |
| 12 Symptoms You Can't Ignore - January, 2012 | "The wait-and-see approach is fine for some kids' health problems, but not for these!" by Kristyn Kusek Lewis. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:10:17 |
| Ugh, A Stomach Bug - December, 2011 | "Of course you want to help your child feel better fast, but the wrong tummy treatment could set him back for days. Avoid these six mistakes." by Leslie Gross Klaff. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:25 |
| At Home in the World - December, 2011 | "Helping your child appreciate other cultures isn't just a kind thing to do - it'll actually help prepare her for the future." by Elizabeth Foy Larsen. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:49 |
| Best Gifts For Your Child - December, 2011 | "The Best Gifts You Can Give Your Child. As you're doing your shopping this season, don't lose sight of the things that truly matter." by Leslie Garisto Pfaff. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:11:56 |
| Hit the Books! - November, 2011 | "There's no better way to bond with your kids than over books. We asked famous children's authors for advice on how to instill a love of reading as they grow." by Logan Ward | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:11:45 |
| Stay Healthy All Winter - November, 2011 | "Cold and flu season is coming, but that doesn't mean your family has to get sick. Outsmart germs with our expert-approved prevention strategies and mom-tested tips." by Michelle Crouch. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:16:01 |
| Pint Size Perfectionist - November, 2011 | "Children this age think that they should be able to do everything exactly right all the time. Help your child understand that making mistakes is part of life." by Tamekia Reece. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:06:58 |
| Let's Talk About Sex - November, 2011 | "Plenty of expecting couples are (safely) enjoying some nooky - and you can too!" by Hallie Levine Sklar. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:41 |
| Smoke Signals - November, 2011 | "Smoke Signals. Start talking to your kid about smoking now and she'll be less tempted to try it later." by Jeannette Moninger. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:50 |
| Beyond Date Night - October, 2011 | "Beyond Date Night. Nothing can prepare you for how parenthood affects even the tightest of couples. We've got expert tips for how to really get your partnership back on track." by Jessica Press | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:49 |
| The Case Against Co-ed - October, 2011 | "Do boys and girls learn better apart than they do together? An increasing number of public-school administrators think so." by Jeannette Moninger. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:13:21 |
| Fix For Bad Behavior - October, 2011 | "The One-Week Fix For Bad Behavior. My plan was to end my kids' whining, hitting and tantrums in seven days. But first I had to change my own actions." by Jacqueline Burt | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:12:14 |
| Medication Mistakes - October, 2011 | "Eight Medication Mistakes Parents Make. These errors are all too easy for even the most vigilant moms to commit. How many do you recognize?" by Jeannette Moninger. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:10:29 |
| Improve Your Memory - May, 2010 | "Nine Ways to Improve Your Memory. Even the busiest mom can incorporate them into her life, and they really do work." by Michelle Crouch | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:31 |
| The Bicycle Lesson - May, 2010 | "The Bicycle Lesson. I needed my 10-year-old to get beyond training wheels. So why couldn't I let go?" by Charles Slack | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:16 |
| Guide to Allergies - May 2010 | "The Take-Charge Guide to Allergies. It's that dreaded time of year again - when runny noses, itchy eyes, and scratchy throats take center stage. Kick those symptoms to the curb with our plan." By Margery D. Rosen | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:47 |
| The Baby Effect - March, 2010 | "The Baby Effect. Now that you're a mom, you're bound to face new challenges when dealing with your friends, your mother-in-law, or your older sister. Our advice will help sidestep the drama..." by Jenna McCarthy | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:13:57 |
| Puppy, a Love Story - March, 2010 | "Puppy, a Love Story. My daughter spent years trying to convince me that we needed a dog. Turns out all of her research was right. by Michele Shapiro | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:46 |
| Time to Get Moving - March, 2010 | "Time to Get Moving. Exercise during pregnancy delivers a bundle of benefits for you and baby." by Sharlene K. Johnson | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:19 |
| Quirky Baby Concerns March, 2010 | "Quirky Baby Concerns. Doctors give us the bottom line on issues you may have always wondered about." by Rachel Simpson | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:50 |
| Your Toddler Tourist March, 2010 | "Your Toddler Tourist. The places you'll go with your one-year-old can be fun and educational. Let us show you how." by Rachel Rabkin Pechman | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:58 |
| Temperamental Journey March, 2010 | "Temperamental Journey. Little kids have turbulent moods. But we've got some smart ways to smooth the bumpy ride." by Heather Walsh | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:51 |
| If You Could Read My Mind March, 2010 | "Are you madly in love with your baby but just plain mad at your partner? He might feel exactly the same way. Our guide to common new parent gripes will help you work out your differences." by Jana Banin | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:12:11 |
| Mom Dot Com February, 2010 | "Mom Dot Com. Mothers are arming themselves with the tools of social media and using their growing virtual power personally, commercially and politically. Will the hand that rocks the cradle finally rock the world?" by Lynn Harris | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:17:35 |
| Toddler Traits February, 2010 | "Toddler Traits. Whether your kid is shy or (ahem) spirited, there are ways to manage his quirks and develop his positive qualities" by Sarah Jio | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:09 |
| Late Bloomers February 2010 | "Late Bloomers. Worried that our toddler isn't hitting her milestones as fast as you expected? There are perfectly normal reasons why she may be taking her time" by Rachael Rabkin Pechman | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:52 |
| New Tools for D.I.Y. Discipline February, 2010 | "New Tools for D.I.Y. Discipline. Have your go-to techniques gotten a little shopworn? Our parenting power tools might be just what you need to change up your discipline M.O." By Jodi Mace | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:44 |
| Heeding My Mom-tuition February 2010 | "Heeding My Mom-tuition. The day my son was born, I became responsible for a tiny, helpless bundle: I was suddenly a parent. But it took me a while to trust my mommy instincts." By Betsy Stevens. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:20 |
| Up All Night February, 2010 | "Up All Night. It is 4 a.m. and you're thinking, will this kid ever sleep throught the night? The answer is yes. Here are seven simple techniques that really work." by Cara Birnbaum | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:17:42 |
| In Case of Emergency February, 2010 | "In Case of Emergency. The E.R. can be a bewildering place, with its loud noises, bright lights, restless kids, and freaked-out parents. Our guide makes it less stressful" by Michelle Crouch | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:11:53 |
| French Lessons January, 2010 | "French Lessons. Raising my kids abroad taught me what the French mean by art d'vivre. Turns out their style of parenting was the best thing for our kids - and our love life" by Debra Ollivier | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:01 |
| Give Us A Smile January, 2010 | "Give Us A Smile. Want your child to have healthy teeth for life? Start taking good care of them from day one" by Jeannette Moninger | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:11:49 |
| Five Dinners on a Budget January, 2010 | "Five Dinners on a Budget. Want delicious weeknight meals for your entire family for less than $50? Take my advice and start warming up to frozen ingredients." by Scott Uehlein | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:13:50 |
| Good News About Ear Infections January, 2010 | "Good News About Ear Infections. Although most young kids get at least one - usually during cold and flu season - there are proven ways that you can protect your child" by Nancy Rones | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:10 |
| Imagine A World December 2009 | "Imagine a World - A world where children of all races and backgrounds understand and respect each other and grow up to be adults who do the same..." by Katherine Whittemore | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:53 |
| Make The Holidays Meaningful December 2009 | "How to Make the Holidays More Meaningful - December offers families countless opportunities to bond and share lessons in faith and kindness" by Jane Nussbaum | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:10:34 |
| You've Gotta Believe December, 2009 | "You've Gotta Believe - The saga of a doomed douglas fir proved to our family that Christmas miracles really happen" by Scott Wescott | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:07:37 |
| Whoops! We're Having a Baby! December, 2009 | "Whoops! We're Having a Baby! - Every year, a surprising number of moms get pregnant - even though they were using birth control. Here's how to avoid the most common missteps" by Michelle Crouch | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:15:29 |
| Confessions of a Bribe-a-holic December 2009 | "A Bribe-a-holics answer to: get dressed, wash your hands, do your homework, put on your coat, kiss Grandma, share your toy, use your sunscreen" by Jacqueline Burt Wang | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:24 |
| Fever Fears December 2009 | "You can't take chances when your child has a fever, but you shouldn't panic either. We'll explain what to look for so you can stay calm and help her feel better fast." by Leslie Gross Klaff | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:59 |
| All About Emotions November, 2009 | "All About Emotions: Help your child understand - and deal with - her changing emotions" by Hagar Scher | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:08:16 |
| Making Friends With Autism November, 2009 | "Making Friends With Autism: Nate and Joshua's special relationship has taught them lessons that will last a lifetime" by Cecilia Capuzzi Simon | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:15:40 |
| The Truth About Girls & Boys November, 2009 | "The Truth About Girls and Boys: Each child is different. But you can predict a lot about the way your baby will think, behave, and develop based on his (or her) sex. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:27 |
| Life In the Slow Lane November, 2009 | "Life In the Slow Lane: A growing number of moms and dads are deciding to chill a bit when it comes to raising kids. Our experts tell you why less can be more" by Doug Most | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:13:03 |
| Our Almost-Perfect Family November 2009 | "Our Almost-Perfect Family: Though my husband and I felt blessed to have our firstborn son, we realized that, for him, something was missing..." by Monica Bhide | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:09:40 |
| Grandparents 101 November 2009 | "Grandparents 101: Your parents mean well, but that doesn't stop them from sometimes making life difficult. Find out how to get them to play by your rules - while still adoring your kids as much as ever" by Suzanne Schlosberg | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:14:12 |
| Veggies for Baby November, 2009 | "Make Your Baby a Veggie Lover: Introduce your child to a wade variety of fruits and vegetables now and he'll choose healthy foods for life." by Alan Greene, M.D. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:13:51 |
| A Hidden Paycheck November 2009 | "A Hidden Paycheck: You can increase your salary simply by taking advantage of all the benefits your employer offers" by Chris Taylor | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:15:02 |
| The Lousy Truth October, 2009 | "The Lousy Truth: A picky mom's guide to getting rid of lice with minimal grief" by Andrea Messina. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:12:40 |
| Heads Up October, 2009 | "Heads Up: Just wearing a helmet isn't enough to keep your child safe. Be sure you know these lifesaving rules" by Amy Hill | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:10:46 |
| Make Your Home Healthier & Loving Your One and Only - August, 2009 | "Make Your Home Healthier: Every year millions of kids are injured or exposed to toxins right under their own roof. Learn how to keep your family safe." by Jeannet Moninger; "Loving Your One and Only: Forget those negative stereotypes about spoiled, lonely onlies. There's a lot you can do to make sure your kid is totally happy and well-adjusted." by Sharlene K. Johnson. | Reader: Liz Akbar | 00:22:53 |
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