Dear Lilly Weighing a Pet Snake for a Birthday Gift
David Holloway of Carbondale asks about getting a first snake. Lilly urges research with local pet stores and veterinarians, notes housing and feeding needs, and stresses ensuring secure housing and careful record keeping. She humorously contrasts with dogs and suggests medical and literature guidance before any exotic pet purchase.
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Lilly
David Holloway
Carbondale
David
Barnes & Noble
Play groups help moms and toddlers bond and share tips
Mothers of toddlers in Seattle gather weekly through the MOMS Club of Seattle North to trade parenting advice while toddlers play. Experts note playgroups offer social learning, break from isolation, and varying age mixes affect group fit and longevity.
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Seattle
Moms Club of
Seattle North
Brock
How to connect with a play group and manage turnover
Parents adapt to rapid life changes, noting turnover as many families welcome new babies. For group size, estimate how many children can play at homes and add one or two for illness or busy weeks. Regular meetings foster cohesion, with home or public venues offering varied settings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherry Anderson
Moms Club of
Seattle-North
Kris Collingridge
Moms Club Play
A Family Justice System for Sibling Peace
James Dobson of Focus on the Family argues that home peace relies on a fair, consistent system of rules. He details six boundaries, emphasizes parental leadership, impartial mediation, and measured punishment to reduce rivalries and foster tolerance.
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James Dobson
Focus On the Family
P.O. Box
Colorado Springs
Family.org
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