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A sporting chance for girls

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Participation in sports is physically and mentally good for girls, but many drop out when they reach their teens, because female sports are not valued in this society. A parental role model, especially a mother who shares a chosen activity, is the best encouragement a girl can have.

Author: Purpura, Mary
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1992
Methods, Physical fitness, Recreation, Physical fitness for children, Women's sports, Girls

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Laughing matters

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Many parents of preschool children are taken aback by the things their youngsters find funny. The development of humor in children often begins with the silly or scatological, but parents should not express disapproval, so long as socially acceptable boundaries are maintained.

Author: Purpura, Mary
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1993
Social aspects, Humor and anecdotes, Wit and humor, Juvenile, Children's humor

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Decisions, decisions

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Expectant mothers face a myriad of choices regarding the birthing experience. Advice is provided regarding several aspects of a hospital-based delivery process, including use of fetal monitoring devices, pain relief, and episiotomies.

Author: Purpura, Mary
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1992
Analysis, Pregnant women, Childbirth, Delivery (Childbirth), Maternal health services

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