About Books & Literature: How Eskimos Keep Their Babies Warm and More!

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Books & Literature From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor Before I had a kid I, like so many parents before me, read all the parenting books I could get my hands on. Drs. Sears, Spock, Ferber, Brazelton, and Weissbluth all took their place on my nightstand in the second trimester. Ultimately, though, I found the most entertainment (and comfort) in books about baby brain development (Einstein Never Used Flash Cards was a personal favorite) and anthropological studies. For anything else I need to know, Dr. Google is always on call. 'How Eskimos Keep Their Babies Warm' by Mei-Ling Hopgood A surprise hit in the literary world, this book studies the widely divergent parenting methods used by different groups of people around the globe. The moral of the story? There's no right way, and you're doing a perfectly fine job raising your kids. It's still fun to know how others do it, though. See More About:  parenting books  nonfiction  'Bringing Up Bebe' by Pamela Druckerman Another one that's making the rounds among parents and non-parents alike, this tome is either inspiring or offending every mom-blogger on the web. It certainly has some appeal (who doesn't want a kid who eats their vegetables and chicken livers with glee?), but does it promote an unrealistic ideal for American parents? See More About:  parenting books  reviews  french parenting 'When I Was a Child I Read Books' by Marilynne Robinson On my fairly short list of goals as a mother is a to raise an adult who looks back and utters the title sentence of this book. Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Marilynne Robinson presents this collection of inspirational essays about her life as a writer, her views on the world and politics and God, and various and sundry other topics. It's a dense, meaty read that's perfect for nonfiction and memoir fans. See More About:  when i was a child i read books  marilynne robinson  essays The Orange Prize Longlist Not into nonfiction? No worries. The longlist has been released for the 2012 Orange Prize, and, no surprise, it's a great bunch of novels. If your book club needs ideas, or you just want to catch up on the best of the best of the past year, these books are a great jumping-off point. Books & Literature Ads Free Books Children Books Kids Books Books for Children Preschool Books Featured Articles 'A Farewell to Arms' Quotes 2012 Eisner Award Nominations World Shakespeare Festival 'The Secret' Motion Comic Review Dipping Into David Crystal's Word-Hoard What Play Was Lincoln Watching?   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Read With Your Kids! 10 Resolutions For Raising a Child Who Loves Reading The NY Times Parents' Guide to the Best Books For Children Babies, Books, and Reading Aloud Advertisement

About Healthy Eating: Gluten Free Bread, Spring Salads

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Healthy Eating From Fiona Haynes, your About Healthy Eating Editor One of the things my husband mourned the most upon learning that he had Celiac Disease was bread. At the time, most gluten-free breads in stores were awful, with an odd taste, and literally falling apart. These days, there are some excellent options that taste great and hold together nicely. Nonetheless, nothing beats a homemade loaf of bread, even if it needs to be gluten free. How to Make Gluten-Free Bread Nothing beats homemade bread, and just because you have to eat gluten free doesn't mean you can't enjoy some warm and deelicious bread fresh from the oven. Here's hoow to make the perfect gluten-free loaf. See More About:  gluten free bread recipes  gluten free flour and starch glossary  xanthan gum 10 Delicious Spring Salads With fresh, local ingredients, you can make these 10 fabulous salads for the warmer days ahead. See More About:  lentils  arugula  spring salads 10 Things to Stop Doing on a Low Carb Diet If you've hit a plateau in your low carb diet, or it simply isn't working for you. Don't give up. See what kinds of things may be sabotaging your efforts, and stop doing them! See More About:  10 things to stop doing  low carb problems  How Much to Eat Before Exercise Working out expends energy, but how much should we eat ahead of a workout, and whhat kinds of nutrients should we include? See More About:  healthy diets  foods and exercise  Healthy Eating Ads Bread Recipes Recipe Bread Pudding Healthy Diet Recipes Gluten Free Bread Gluten Free Recipes Featured Articles Vegan Chocolate Coconut Pudding Light Broccoli Salad Carrot and Bean Burgers Pea and Mint Soup Benefits of Soy Milk All About Beets   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Healthy Eating newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About.com Health: Race You to the Finish Line!

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor I ran my first 5K race this past weekend, which was an exciting accomplishment. I even managed to hit my goal time! I don't think I'll be running the Boston Marathon anytime soon (congrats to all of yesterday's runners) but I've got to say, it feels good. What are you waiting for? Lace up your sneakers! Training for Your First 5K This program has you alternate bouts of running and walking, gradually increasing the running time over several weeks until you can run all 3.1 miles without stopping. That's how I trained, and it really made it pretty easy. Never Ran Before? That's Okay! More 5K Training Programs See More About:  5k training program  run/walk method  beginner runners Half-Marathon Training Maybe you're a little more ambitious than me and you want to run a half-marathon, like my friend Kate did a couple weekends ago (she ran that, and then also ran the 5K with me a week later. The girl is nuts). This training program will get you to 13.1 miles in no time. How Long Will It Take to Run a Half-Marathon? Walking a Half-Marathon See More About:  half-marathon training  road races  beginner runners Mental Tips for Marathon Running I've heard it time and time again: Running is all mental. A marathon has plenty of challenges, so keeping your head in the race will help you stay focused and reach the finish line. Tapering Before a Marathon When to Replace Your Running Shoes See More About:  marathon running  mental fitness  boredom during runs Avoid these Pre-Race Mistakes It's almost race day! Make sure your hard work pays off by following these tips for the day before. And good luck! Managing Your Nerves Advice for the Morning Before See More About:  marathon running  marathon training  pre-run eating Health Ads Mental Health Help Mental Health Mental Health Topics Health Articles Health Fitness Featured Articles What Causes Seizures? Fiber and Longevity Understanding Medical Test Results Why We Faint Best Sunglasses for Golfing Doctor Visits with Your Preemie   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About Arts & Crafts: Earth Day and Green Crafting Projects

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Arts & Crafts With Earth Day fast approaching, our focus this week is on 'green' crafts. We've got lots of ideas for how you can recycle and upcycle unwanted craft supplies and other items. Happy Crafting! Make Paper Jewelry Take some bits of unwanted paper and add a little creativity and the results are some eye-catching one-of-a-kind items of jewelry. Check out this project list for some interesting ideas. Cardboard Box Crafts Rather than taking used cardboard boxes to the recycle bin, why not have a go at recycling them into something new. There are lots of ideas for you here including making a castle and a puppet theater from cardboard boxes. See More About:  box crafts  cardboard crafts  recycle crafts Make Handmade Paper Recycle all those pieces of paper from crafting projects into sheets of handmade paper following this photo tutorial. Add dried petals, seeds or other embellishments to create beautiful sheets of paper for a very low cost. See More About:  papers for art  watercolor paper  make your own art materials How to Recycle Candle Wax Here are some tips and advice for recycling candle wax. Recycling wax is a useful way to use up odds and ends of candles while also providing a low cost supply of wax for new projects. See More About:  candle making basics  candle making projects  candle making ingredients Arts & Crafts Ads Recycling Paper Recycling Centers Arts & Crafts Art Craft Supplies Art Supplies Featured Articles How to Use Recycled Wood How to Recycle Clay Make CD Earrings Recycle Crayons Earth Day Themed Crochet Projects Earth Day for Kids   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Arts & Crafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   More Green Themed Crafts Make a Bracelet from Jeans Recycling Ideas from Scrapbookers Crochet Projects for Earth Day Advertisement