Health

Food Additives May Contribute to ADHD in Children

Posted 10 hours 3 min ago by Fred Lee

Nutrition

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The time has come to give more credibility to the notion that we are what we eat.

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The Infant Who Never Stops Crying: 4 Ideas For Mothers Of Colicky Kids

Posted 1 week 5 days ago by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer

Discipline, New Parents, Culture, Diseases & Disorders

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If your baby cries unceasingly, you need help as much as your child does. Though it may take months, your child will eventually stop. You, on the other hand, will carry the scars of the difficult time for years unless you learn ways to move forward. Here are some ideas.

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Train your kids to swallow a choking hazard with Lego “Fun Snacks”

Posted 4 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael

Safety, Health

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It all seems like some crazy practical joke or belated April Fool’s gag, but this one is real. Kellogg’s have teamed up with Lego to produce what can only be described as the most dangerous idea for a kid’s snack…ever.

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Infertility Resources

Posted 10 weeks 4 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Finances, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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Has your infertility diagnosis left you feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Are you unclear on where to begin? Here are four areas that will start your journey off on a successful path.

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Are Measles Back?

Posted 10 weeks 6 days ago by Fred Lee

Health, Vaccines

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Kept in check for years, measles is once again on the rise in this country, and some experts believe this might only be the beginning.

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6 Easy Meals the Entire Family Will Love

Posted 11 weeks 2 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Time Management, Nutrition

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Your family is hungry and the last thing you want to spend the energy you have left on is coming up with a meal plan. Here are 6 recipes that are not only easy, but they guarantee success in my house!

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Cavities Part 2 - Tips For Teeth

Posted 11 weeks 3 days ago by Fred Lee

Nutrition, Healthcare

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Dental caries are a fact of life for many children. While they make life difficult on many levels, there are several steps you can take to help minimize them and maybe even avoid them, altogether.

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My Name is Lori and I Am Infertile: Surviving Depression Caused by Infertility

Posted 11 weeks 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Conceiving, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Depression caused by infertility can leave an individual feeling helpless, overwhelmed and cheated. Here is how one person not only survived depression triggered by infertility, but lives a greater life because of it.

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Cavities Part 1: Are Fluoride Supplements The Answer?

Posted 11 weeks 6 days ago by Fred Lee

Nutrition, Healthcare

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Cavities are on the rise. Every parent I know is worried about them, but is taking supplemental fluoride the answer, or just another potential problem?

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Parenting Bucket List

Posted 12 weeks 2 days ago by Sherry Pardy

Health, Social Skills, Relocation, Entertainment, New Parents, Culture, Relationships, Wellness, Extra Curricular

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In thinking about all the things I want to do before I die, I realized there were just as many, if not more, to do with/for my kids before I kicked the bucket.

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Sun, Fun and Allergies - Remedy Ideas and Preventative Actions

Posted 12 weeks 2 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Allergies

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The sun is out, so why does your family feel so yucky? Allergies! Here are preventative measures and remedy ideas to limit the impact allergies take on you and your little ones!

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THE CHOICE BETWEEN FEEDING HER BABY BREAST MILK OR FORMULA IS MOM’S ALONE

Posted 12 weeks 3 days ago by Katherine Turner

Pregnancy, Birth, New Parents, Conflict Resolution, Breastfeeding, Culture, Nutrition

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Dear Mammary Militia: Thanks for the personal interest in informing all of us about the benefits of breastfeeding like we haven’t been made aware in our prenatal visits, books and articles, or in conversations with people who actually know us, like family and friends. Now mind your own business.

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Sweep the Blues Away

Posted 12 weeks 5 days ago by Sherry Pardy

Chores, Home Life, Health, New Parents, Time Management, Work Balance, Relationships, Diseases & Disorders

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Got a nasty case of Baby Blues or something a bit more serious? Try doing some spring cleaning to chase the clouds, and dust bunnies away!

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Light's Out! Why I'm No Longer Energy Efficient

Posted 12 weeks 6 days ago by Sonja Stewart

Safety, Family Planning, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness

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I ripped out every energy saving light bulb in my house. Yes my energy bill is (a lot) higher. But after doing some research, I realized, being pregnant, and having a toddler in my home, it was the right thing to do.

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Morning Sickness, Cured!

Posted 13 weeks 4 days ago by Sonja Stewart

Family Planning, Health, Pregnancy, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness

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Yes you are thrilled about the new baby. But your stomach and head have other ideas. The good news is, you don't have to feel horrible in your first trimester. Really. It just takes patience, planning, and potato chips.

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Why Mommy Wears Makeup

Posted 13 weeks 6 days ago by Sonja Stewart

Home Life, Health, Social Skills, Etiquette, New Parents, Culture, Relationships

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Do you need to wear mascara to go to the supermarket? You're not alone. Why mom needs to "put her face on," to get on with her day.

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Silent No More: How an Early Intervention Program Changed Our Lives

Posted 14 weeks 2 days ago by Sherry Pardy

Health, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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When one of our twins didn't begin speaking at two years old, we panicked. Then, we called Early Intervention, and it made all the difference.

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The Autism Journey

Posted 14 weeks 3 days ago by Karen Putz

Diseases & Disorders

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When others were reassuring her that her son's speech delay was nothing to be concerned about, Patricia found herself listening to her mother's intuition instead. Her son was diagnosed with Autism.

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Dirty Little Secrets

Posted 14 weeks 6 days ago by Sonja Stewart

Health, Etiquette, New Parents, Healthcare, Wellness

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I found out I can go four days without a shower. But just because I can, doesn't mean I should. Here's how my family survives my funk.

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Are Autism and Vaccinations Linked?

Posted 15 weeks 2 hours ago by Lori Kerrigan

Vaccines, New Parents, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Has the controversial debate over autism and its relationship to vaccinations left you more confused than clear on what direction to take? Here are four questions that had me confused, and the answers that I found.

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