Pamela Kramer

 

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Parenting

 

Is it Candy? Or Medicine? You'd be surprised how many potentially poisonous products look good enough to eat. Here's how to protect your family.  Parents, April 2007

 

Drowning Dangers  If your kids will be anywhere near a pool, beach, or lake this summer, read this article now--it could save your child's life.  Parents, July 2006

 

Whine Time  The four most common gripes you'll hear from your preschooler--and how to respond.  Parents, November 2005

 

"I'm Telling!"  No kid can resist being a tattletale from time to time. But this habit can quickly become a problem, so learn how to nip it now.  Parents, October 2005

 

"What's Wrong With You?" and other things parents should never say. It's all too easy to snap at a child who's misbehaving. Here's how you can stop that impulse, and what to say instead.  Redbook, October 2005  

 

6 Little Behavior Problems You Shouldn't Ignore  Six bad behaviors that you may be tempted to overlook--and how to put an end to them pronto.  Parents, March 2005

 

Better Living

 

Oops! The Top 10 Organizing Mistakes   The pros help you get--and stay--on top of the clutter.  Woman's Day, May 30, 2006

 

Stress-Proof Your Day  With realistic advice from experts, it's easier than you think to turn chaos into calm and control your hectic schedule.  Woman's Day, February 1, 2006

 

Project Organization  Are you really busy? Mini projects you can do in under 30 minutes.  Woman's Day, June 21, 2005

 

16 Ways to Make Life Easier  Did you accomplish everything you wanted to get done yesterday? No? These timesaving tips will help you take back your day.  Woman's Day, March 6, 2005

 

27 Ways to Cut Your Cleaning Time  Who wants to spend a lot of time scrubbing and polishing? Check out ideas that free up precious minutes.  Woman's Day, November 1, 2004

 

Money Matters

 

Do You Really Need That Warranty?  How to decide if you should pony up for protection plans.  Redbook, December 2005

 

How Stores Get You to Spend  Retailers work hard to put the moves on your money. Here are 10 of their slick tricks you'll never fall for again.  Redbook, November 2005

 

50 Ways to Save on Everything  Little tricks so simple you won't even feel them.  Woman's Day, July 6, 2004

 

18 Ways to Save on Groceries  Your aisle-by-aisle guide to saving big at the supermarket.  Woman's Day, April 1, 2003

 

Mind and Body

 

20 Things to Know Before Taking Your Child to the ER  Ways to take control, be prepared and get top-notch care for your sick or injured child.  Parents, March 2006

 

Tell Me Where It Hurts  Don't know what's wrong with your child? Here's how to decode her confusing symptoms and help her feel better fast.  Parents, December 2005

 

10 Health Tricks Every Parent Must Know  From bee stings and sunburn to splinters and poison ivy, kiddie injuries and illnesses can ruin your summer.  Parents, August 2004

 

How I Saved My Own Life  Sometimes smart thinking can make the difference between life and death.  Woman's Day, April 2, 2002

 

Inspiring People

 

Dare to Dream: Turn Your Passion Into Profits  You can get paid to do what you love. Let these stories and strategies inspire you to take your first steps.  Woman's Day, April 1, 2005

 

Sweet Screen Success  Women who transformed their lives with online support.  Woman's Day, May 25, 2004

 

Kid Rescue Heroes  Meet four quick-thinking, fast-acting children who saved the lives of friends and family members.  Parents, March 2004

 

The Face of Courage  Ten-year-old Kelley Sperry tries to ignore the kids who tease her--and bravely waits for the disease that is gradually destroying her face to go away.  Parents, April 2002

 

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