Posted March 12, 2010 - 11:07 by Lain Ehmann
Even the youngest kids gravitate naturally towards books -- especially if they're widely available in their home space. This week, we cover a variety of ways to encourage kids of all ages to crack a book every now and then -- just for fun!Posted March 10, 2010 - 06:51 by Rhonda Franz
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!Posted March 10, 2010 - 06:45 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell
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.Posted March 9, 2010 - 19:22 by Lain Ehmann
Whether your spouse is on the road for business, an older sibling is heading off for sleep-away camp, or an ever-present grandparent goes on an extended trip, even a temporary break-up in the family unit can make things scary for the little ones left behind.Posted March 4, 2010 - 08:01 by Rhonda Franz
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?Posted March 3, 2010 - 08:18 by Rhonda Franz
Scour your pantry and empty the fridge: Time Magazine has put out a list of the ten most dangerous foods. Chances are, you won't find many of these lurking on your kitchen shelves. But don't worry: this mama has got you covered.Posted March 3, 2010 - 08:04 by Fred Lee
Hot dogs and finger-friendly candies may be a child's favorite foods, but they can pose significant choking risks that should not be ignored by parents.Posted March 2, 2010 - 08:02 by Fred Lee
A new compound to treat head lice is not only effective, but non-toxic, as well.Posted March 2, 2010 - 07:59 by Lori Kerrigan
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.Posted February 27, 2010 - 09:18 by Lain Ehmann
Picking a bedtime story isn't as simple as grabbing any old book off the shelf. From the parent's end, you don't want something too long (skip the Lord of the Rings trilogy) or difficult to read (some of those Dr. Seuss books are real tongue-twisters!). And you want a bedtime book that's going to put your kid to sleep, not rile her up. The kids want something interesting and vivid, but not too scary right before bed.Posted February 26, 2010 - 14:49 by Xin Lu
My husband is a video game programmer, so we play a lot of video games. But video games have often been painted in a negative light by the media as the cause for all types of childhood problems. So how can two gaming parents establish a proper video game policy for their child?Posted February 26, 2010 - 13:27 by Lain Ehmann
As winter continues to wreak havoc on outdoor activities across much of the country, parents are looking for ways to keep their kids entertained inside (after all, you can only watch so many hours of the Olympics...). Here's a round-up of some sure-fire ways to get the kids out of your hair and off each others' backs, at least for a few minutes!Posted February 25, 2010 - 18:19 by Lain Ehmann
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?Posted February 25, 2010 - 08:06 by Fred Lee
It turns out that some allergies identified in children may in fact be the result of an incorrect diagnosis.Posted February 24, 2010 - 07:04 by Fred Lee
Musical education is more than just learning how to play an instrument, it may have a profound influence on how children process information and learn.Posted February 24, 2010 - 06:55 by Rhonda Franz
Getting young children to write can be a difficult, tooth-pulling kind of task. Whether they’re still scribblers, or are printing their name, try these ideas to help make this important developmental skill interesting and fun!Posted February 23, 2010 - 12:56 by Fred Lee
Steady and controlled consumption of peanuts has led to some children overcoming their peanut allergies - but don't try this at homePosted February 22, 2010 - 06:04 by Fred Lee
Honey helps to soothe coughs in children, sometimes even better than commercial cough medicines.Posted February 19, 2010 - 09:03 by Lain Ehmann
The Olympics are a great opportunity to talk about more than athletic performance with your kids. Here are some great tips from some of our favorite bloggers that will help you expand the conversation -- and the learning.Posted February 18, 2010 - 21:01 by Fred Lee
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| Posts | Cmts | |
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| Lain Ehmann | 12 | 2 |
| Lela Davidson | 11 | 3 |
| Deeanna Franklin Campbell | 6 | 1 |
| Rhonda Franz | 5 | 13 |
| Lori Kerrigan | 2 | 11 |
| Sonja Stewart | 3 | 5 |
| Fred Lee | 15 | 11 |
| Sierra Black | 4 | 0 |
| Xin Lu | 1 | 6 |
| Margaret Garcia-Couoh | 2 | 7 |
| Debbie Dragon | 2 | 0 |
| Carrie Kirby | 1 | 0 |
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