Got Milk Allergies? Drinking More of It May Be the Answer
Posted 12 hours 55 min ago by Fred Lee
For some children who are sensitive to milk, continued consumption has been shown to alleviate the allergies.Blogs
Helicopter Parents: Is Bubble-Wrapping Your Children About to Blow Up in Your Face?
Posted February 8, 2010 - 03:00 by Sonja Stewart
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.
Poor Women Opting Out of Epidurals
Posted February 5, 2010 - 20:00 by Lela Davidson
Poor women are refusing epidurals and it's not for the reason you'd think, at least not entirely.
SIDS Research Brings New Insights
Posted February 5, 2010 - 20:00 by Fred Lee
Low levels of serotonin may be a factor in the incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
The First Lady on Fat: In Defense of Michelle Obama's Weight Comments
Posted February 5, 2010 - 14:01 by Sonja Stewart
Michelle Obama has received a lot of bad press for her recent comments on her daughter's weight. I took a look at what she actually said, versus the rumors. Now, you can tell me if she was out of line.
Best of Parenting Round-Up: Valentine's Crafts for Kids Edition
Posted February 5, 2010 - 09:57 by Lain Ehmann
Time to pull out the red and pink tissue paper and heart stickers and get crafting! Here is a quick list of some easy crafts that will let your kids feel like Van Gogh without making you want to cut off your ears or poke out your eyes with a pipe cleaner.
Is Your Toddler Bipolar, Or Just a Profit Center?
Posted February 4, 2010 - 10:47 by Lela Davidson
Can doctors diagnose bipolar in toddlers? The answer may depend on what treatment options (medications) are available. The diagnosis has increased 40-fold over the last decade, thanks in part to a man who doesn't want to talk about payments he received from drug companies.
Autism and Vaccines: Link Discredited?
Posted February 4, 2010 - 10:39 by Fred Lee
Recent evidence further discredits the doctor who linked childhood vaccinations to autism.
Adopting From Haiti
Posted February 2, 2010 - 09:39 by Lori Kerrigan
Are you feeling a tug on your heart to help the many children left without a family in Haiti after the devastating earthquake? Adopting a child from Haiti may not be an option right now, but don’t let that stop your adoption or humanitarian efforts.
Notes For Your Underbelly: Great Online Pregnancy Resources
Posted February 2, 2010 - 09:37 by Rhonda Franz
The World Wide Web has some fantastic resources for pregnant women. These sites have some of the best pregnancy tools and resources available.
Trouble Getting Pregnant? PDBEs May Be to Blame
Posted February 2, 2010 - 06:29 by Fred Lee
A common flame retardant may actually delay pregnancy in women.
Teaching Abstinence-Only Leads to Pregnancy
Posted February 2, 2010 - 06:00 by Lela Davidson
Just say no. When it comes to sex education, preaching abstinence isn't working. For the first time in a long time, teen pregnancy rates are rising. Experts agree the fault lies with abstinence only sex-ed.
Breast Feeding Problems? Antidepressants May Be to Blame
Posted February 1, 2010 - 09:40 by Fred Lee
Certain antidepressant medications might hinder a mother's effort to breast feed her baby.
For Once and For All: The Webkinz Rumor Is Not True!
Posted January 30, 2010 - 08:06 by Lain Ehmann
Couple the Unibomber with Barney, and what do you get? The dreaded Webkinz killer that is rumored to be coming to Webkinz World.
Swimming Linked To Lung Infections in Toddlers and Babies
Posted January 29, 2010 - 15:50 by Fred Lee
The chlorine in swimming pools poses a risk to the developing lungs of young children.
Just A Concussion? Could Be More Serious Brain Injury
Posted January 29, 2010 - 12:00 by Lela Davidson
Is it a "concussion" or a "brain injury"? What we call a child's bump on the head can affect the quality of medical care received.
Best of Parenting Round-Up: Kids' Nutrition Edition
Posted January 29, 2010 - 11:52 by Lain Ehmann
If I am what I eat, then I'm a Diet Coke can lookalike! Thankfully, my kids eat a little better... and with today's round-up of blog posts, I've got some great ideas for revamping ALL of our food selections. Read on for the latest in kids' nutrition.
A Simple Solution For Schools To Improve Child Nutrition And Behavior
Posted January 28, 2010 - 12:36 by Fred Lee
Having recess before eating lunch at school has many benefits to children, teachers and administrators.
Bringing Home The Gold: Olympics As A Learning Tool For Parents And Children
Posted January 28, 2010 - 12:00 by Rhonda Franz
The start of the 2010 Winter Olympics is near. This is a great time to get your young champion excited about what the Olympics represent, and use it for an educational resource - for the whole family.
Disciplining Other People’s Kids
Posted January 27, 2010 - 12:36 by Rhonda Franz
Regardless of the type of social activity, parents have to deal with one another’s children. And like our own, kids will sometimes misbehave. What do you do when children misbehave in your presence?
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