Articles written by Kari Lomanno

Should your child have musical training? If so, which instrument do you choose? How do you find a good teacher? A music education expert offers advice.

Jan 27, 2011 - Kari Lomanno

Attachment parenting is about forming a strong bond between parent and child. Working mothers can form the same attachments as stay-at-home moms.

Jan 22, 2011 - Kari Lomanno

This guide will outline the perfect Valentine's Day gifts for working mothers. Go beyond chocolate and flowers and choose gifts she will truly cherish.

Jan 17, 2011 - Kari Lomanno

Today's dads are more involved in their children's lives than ever before. This guide will help fathers find the resources to raise happy, healthy kids.

Jan 10, 2011 - Kari Lomanno

This guide offers parents some resources for keeping their children safe online. From social networking to email to online games, these tips will help.

Jan 5, 2011 - Kari Lomanno

Many working mothers have never considered hiring a life coach, but Amber Rosenberg, a life coach for working mothers, says it really works.

Dec 30, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

The hours after work and school can often be the most hectic. Make the most out of that time by spending it together as a family.

Dec 28, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Because I Love You (BILY) is a support group for parents of troubled children of any age. It features a structured yet kind approach to parenting problems.

Dec 27, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

This guide will look at all the different roles of the working mother, from wife to employee to mother to woman, and help set some goals for the New Year.

Dec 27, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

The "opt-out revolution" - women who leave prestigious careers to stay home with their kids - is the focus of a new book by Karine Moe and Dianna Shandy.

Dec 25, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

It is possible for a new mom to continue breastfeeding even after she returns to work. This new law will ensure employers support nursing mothers.

Dec 23, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

An interview with parenting expert Meredith Walt about Bag of Tricks Parenting, a program that offers a range of products and services to help parents.

Dec 22, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Happy at Work, Happy at Home: The Girl's Guide to Being a Working Mom by Caitlin Friedman and Kimberly Yorio helps women balance work and motherhood.

Dec 20, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Parents of teenagers often feel helpless when it comes to dealing with their child. This guide provides some useful resources online and at the bookstore.

Dec 19, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Sometimes parental discipline can become child abuse, or a parent cannot properly care for a child. This article helps parents recognize abuse and get help.

Dec 18, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Choosing the best omega-3 supplement for kids can be tricky. This guide will help weigh the pros and cons of both flaxseed and fish oil.

Dec 10, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

Children who love alphabet books will enjoy this Canadian spin on the classic ABC book.

Sep 18, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

It's hard to know if a child's cough or wheeze is the result of a chest cold or viral-induced asthma. This guide can help parents know the difference.

Jun 26, 2010 - Kari Lomanno

When Little Baby Mummy loses his Mama Mummy during a game of "Hide and Shriek," he finds that most graveyard creatures are not as spooky as they seem.

Dec 31, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The Crayola Glow Station provides a fun, versatile glow-in-the-dark art experience with no mess.

Dec 28, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

For many writers, the comma is the most misunderstood piece of punctuation. This guide will address the most common uses for the comma.

Sep 25, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The cause effect paper is one of the most popular essay formats in academic writing. Learn how to choose a topic and organize ideas effectively with this guide.

Sep 23, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

A comparison/contrast essay is all about proper organization and effective transitions. This guide will help writers with the process.

Sep 19, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

Citing sources correctly within the text using MLA style can be very confusing. This guide will help students understand the process.

Sep 13, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The five paragraph essay is an academic writing standard. Learn how to organize the academic essay in an effective way.

Sep 10, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

You have probably heard of a writer's workshop, but what exactly does it mean? This guide will help aspiring writers get the most out of the writing workshop experience.

Sep 7, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

Academic writing is a challenge for many students. This guide will help take the guesswork out of writing for high school and college courses.

Sep 6, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

One of the most dreaded tasks for any writer is proofreading. This step-by-step guide will help make the process simple and easy.

Sep 6, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

Writer's block can occur at any stage of the writing process. Learn to overcome writing anxiety through brainstorming and relaxation techniques.

Sep 6, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

After many recalls, injuries and deaths, crib makers signed a proposal this week that would ban drop-side cribs in the U.S.

Mar 20, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

Valentine's Day may be for couples, but kids can have just as much fun as their parents with these great gift ideas under $20

Feb 7, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

You may think you've seen it all when it comes to baby health and safety items, but these state-of-the-art products are truly unique.

Jan 31, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

Sellers of children's toys, children's crafts and kids' clothing get a reprieve from the Feb. 10 testing and certification deadline.

Jan 31, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The FDA has found salmonella in some peanut butter samples, but the recall does not include all peanut butter products.

Jan 20, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The popular salve has been used to help relieve cold symptoms for more than 100 years. Could it really hurt kids?

Jan 13, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

As the Feb. 10 deadline approaches, libraries and schools - as well as parents - are left wondering whether children's books are included in the list of banned products.

Jan 10, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The popularity of MP3 players has brought new concerns about the health of children's hearing. New products can help control decibels and protect kids from hearing damage

Jan 8, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

When the CPSIA goes into effect Feb. 10, parents who buy their children's clothes at thrift stores and consignment shops may have to look elsewhere.

Jan 7, 2009 - Kari Lomanno

The Fisher-Price Digital Arts & Crafts Studio allows children ages 4 to 9 to draw, paint, and color on their home computers and print out their artwork.

Dec 31, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

Everyday children's' products such as plates, cups, and bottles top this year's Gold Star Ziggits Award list for Best Kids Products.

Dec 30, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

Sometimes it takes more than encouragement to get kids to use the potty. This guide has some great resources to make potty training fun.

Dec 29, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

By Feb. 10, 2009, toy manufacturers will be required to test for lead and other chemicals in their products. What does this new law mean for parents?

Dec 27, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

There are many choices when it comes to child's microscopes. Do you buy a toy microscope or a "real" microscope? What should the magnification be? This guide will help.

Dec 21, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

This tiny, no-nonsense handbook will help students and professors overcome their struggles with writing and learn to get more words on the page.

Dec 21, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

You have no doubt heard of plagiarism, but do you fully understand how plagiarism happens and how to avoid it? This guide will help keep your papers plagiarism-free.

Dec 12, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

Learn to persuade readers through ethos, pathos, and logos.

Nov 29, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

This guide will help students avoid the most common grammar problems found in writing.

Nov 25, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

When a grumpy bear is visited by a delightful and determined mouse, the result is a surprising friendship.

Nov 22, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

Using the elements of fiction in your narrative essay will keep the reader's attention and add meaning to your writing.

Nov 19, 2008 - Kari Lomanno

Keeping your focus and using the text are keys to effectively analyzing a literary work.

Nov 15, 2008 - Kari Lomanno