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Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier Before you decide you cannot afford to stay home with your baby, make sure you have done the maths. Many mothers assume that working part- or full-time is better for the family financially, yet they have never really sat down to consider the cost. First, there is the cost of day care . In some places this can run up quite high. And some day care clinics make you pay even if you keep you child home for a day. Then there are additional costs, like lunch money, and field trips . Do not forget to factor in the extra clothes and jewellery you need, along with lunch money for yourself. Do you need a second car because of your job? That is another expense. If most mothers took an honest evaluation of their expenses they would find that working outside the home actually costs them money. Not to mention time away from their babies. From TODAY, Voices - Tuesday, 29-June-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta Who Needs Libraries? Poor Peop...

By Dr Bill Maier "I send my kids to a good school . Isn't that enough?" You'd be surprised how many parents think that way. But when it comes to the education of our children , the buck stops at home. Too many parents sit back and let the schools do all the work. Many don't feel qualified to teach, so they leave it to the teachers to decide what's best for their kids. Others may be intimidated by experts and afraid of getting in the way. But the truth is, schools need our help in order to be effective. And our kids need to know that we care about their education. Good teachers understand how important it is for parents to be involved and they actively seek help and advice. Schools are always looking for volunteers or field trip chaperones. Many schools use parents as classroom assistants or playground monitors. So, if you've got the time, why not call your child's teacher today and volunteer your services. You'll be surprised how much they...