Infant

Tips For Gardening With Young Children

Posted 18 hours 5 min ago by Rhonda Franz

Chores, Home Life, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School

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Gardening is a great activity for the family, and an ideal learning opportunity for children, but it can be a special challenge when working with the short attention spans and infinite needs of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Before digging in the dirt, make sure you—and your children—are ready for the great outdoors!

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Save a Tooth

Posted 18 hours 11 min ago by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Health

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When your little one loses a tooth unexpectedly it's best to have game plan. Here's some advice from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists on how to save a tooth.

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My Kid’s Smarter Than Baby Einstein

Posted March 6, 2010 - 04:21 by Lela Davidson

Learning Tools

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The bad news: Baby Einstein won't turn your child into a rocket scientist. The good news: you can.

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Working Moms' Kids Face Negative Judgments

Posted March 4, 2010 - 08:01 by Rhonda Franz

Social Skills, Time Management, Work Balance, Relationships, Pre School, K-8, High School

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A new study suggests there are less-than-favorable perceptions of children whose moms work full-time. Is society really judging the children of working mothers? Or is it just more fodder for the Mommy Wars?

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Parenting: Tips for Surviving the Day

Posted March 2, 2010 - 07:59 by Lori Kerrigan

Safety, Chores, Shopping, Entertainment

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Are your days at home with the kids feeling longer and longer? Are you getting less and less done? Take a look at these tips that will engage your kids and help you survive the day.

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Flat Head Syndrome May Affect Baby’s Development

Posted February 26, 2010 - 03:00 by Fred Lee

Health

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In young babies, flat head syndrome may be linked to developmental issues.

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Free-Range Kids: Nutty or Natural?

Posted February 25, 2010 - 18:19 by Lain Ehmann

Safety, Home Life

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Infant mortality is down, violent crime against kids is at one of the lowest rates in decades, and there hasn't been a single -- not one! -- documented case of poisoned Halloween candy. Ever. So why are today's parents so crazy about keeping their kids safe?

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Are Your Child’s Food Allergies Real, Or Misdiagnosed?

Posted February 25, 2010 - 08:06 by Fred Lee

Health, Allergies

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It turns out that some allergies identified in children may in fact be the result of an incorrect diagnosis.

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Effective Treatment For Peanut Allergies In Children

Posted February 23, 2010 - 12:56 by Fred Lee

Health, Nutrition, Allergies

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Steady and controlled consumption of peanuts has led to some children overcoming their peanut allergies - but don't try this at home

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Honey: Sweet Relief For A Child’s Cough

Posted February 22, 2010 - 06:04 by Fred Lee

Health, Diseases & Disorders

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Honey helps to soothe coughs in children, sometimes even better than commercial cough medicines.

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Tips For Eating Out With Young Children

Posted February 17, 2010 - 03:00 by Debbie Dragon

Social Skills, Etiquette

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Eating out with young children can be a daunting experience. Will your child behave or will they have a meltdown in the middle of your meal? Will they throw their food at the person sitting next to you? Here are some ideas to make eating out with your child a little easier.

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Childhood Obesity May Predict Early Mortality

Posted February 15, 2010 - 08:29 by Fred Lee

Health, Nutrition, Diseases & Disorders

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A recent study has found a link between childhood obesity and early death.

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A Tipping Point For Childhood Obesity?

Posted February 15, 2010 - 04:00 by Fred Lee

Health, Nutrition, Diseases & Disorders

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Some doctors believe that there is a "tipping point" in a babies life that may lead them down the path to obesity.

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Your Public Library: Better than Disneyland

Posted February 11, 2010 - 11:01 by Lain Ehmann

Education, Entertainment, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School, Higher Education

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If your vision of a library is a series of cobwebby stacks guarded by a dragon-lady librarian, it may be time to recheck your assumptions. Today's public libraries are chockfull of resources for you and your kids, most of which are free or at very low cost.

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Got Milk Allergies? Drinking More of It May Be the Answer

Posted February 8, 2010 - 19:09 by Fred Lee

Health, Nutrition, Allergies

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For some children who are sensitive to milk, continued consumption has been shown to alleviate the allergies.

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Helicopter Parents: Is Bubble-Wrapping Your Children About to Blow Up in Your Face?

Posted February 8, 2010 - 03:00 by Sonja Stewart

Education, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, Allergies, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher, Extra Curricular

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If you think that rescuing your child is protecting them from the harsh realities of life, you may just be delaying the inevitable. Here's how to put your parenting back into perspective.

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SIDS Research Brings New Insights

Posted February 5, 2010 - 20:00 by Fred Lee

Safety, Health, Diseases & Disorders

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Low levels of serotonin may be a factor in the incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

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Autism and Vaccines: Link Discredited?

Posted February 4, 2010 - 10:39 by Fred Lee

Health, Vaccines, Diseases & Disorders

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Recent evidence further discredits the doctor who linked childhood vaccinations to autism.

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Notes For Your Underbelly: Great Online Pregnancy Resources

Posted February 2, 2010 - 09:37 by Rhonda Franz

Planning, Family Planning, Conceiving, Health, Pregnancy, Birth, Vaccines, New Parents, Adoption, Breastfeeding, Healthcare

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The World Wide Web has some fantastic resources for pregnant women. These sites have some of the best pregnancy tools and resources available.

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Swimming Linked To Lung Infections in Toddlers and Babies

Posted January 29, 2010 - 15:50 by Fred Lee

Health, Allergies, Diseases & Disorders

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The chlorine in swimming pools poses a risk to the developing lungs of young children.

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