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• All They Need is LOVE

  New research shows love is the key to brain development. FINALLY-something I am actually already doing for my kids. Isn't that such a relief? Simply loving... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Are Your Kids Getting the Right Prescription?

  

  I have to admit, I never really think about the possibility that the medication I get for my kids at the pharmacy might not be what I ordered. I doubt it happen... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Is Red-shirting for Kindergarten More Popular?

  My mother-in-law texted me about this story on 60 Minutes about red-shirting. I have two boys who will be the oldest in their class(or close to it. Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• 5 Ways to Be a Better Mom

  

  For me, being a better mom would consist of letting things go. I know there are some who think I already let things go too much. However, I think like would be... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Boys Getting the HPV Vaccine

  

  Should boys get the HPV vaccine? Is there still controversy surrounding the side effects? I will have a nine-year-old next year. I am curious to see whether... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Sugar Added to Baby Formula

  An investigative report by WMAQ-TV found sucrose(sugar) is actually added to some formula. I am not talking about the natural sugar found in breast milk. Is thi... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!

  If I am in a bad mood and my kids aren't listening, the key to getting their attention is this video!-NewsAnchorMom Jen“The specially trained estheticians,... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Spanking is Bad in the Long Term

  With three wild boys in my house, we have enough hitting and pushing. We don't need to add spanking to the list. I don't think spanking is always sooo bad, but... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Supplements for Overweight Kids

  Wow! It sounds like parents would really need to weigh the benefit versus the risk on this one, but it could be a big step in the fight against childhood... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• ADHD Risk with Anesthesia

  I don't think parents usually have a choice when they put young kids under anesthesia, but this study may shed like on why your son/daughter has ADHD symptoms.... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Watch out for Some Battery Powered Toothbrushes!

  

  I was surprised to hear this one. Some of the most popular battery powered toothbrushes can actually cause people to chip their teeth! Good Grief! My... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Fun Facts for Your President's Day Dinner

  

  I got this email with fun facts to mention to your kids on President's Day. I think they're interesting and I will mention them at dinner on Monday!Presidents'... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2012 HISTORY

• When to Get Kids Tested for Serious Diseases

  

  I cannot believe it may be necessary to get 9-year-olds tested for high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Type 2 Diabetes. It's sad that we have gotten to... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• When Did You Fall in Love with Your Baby?

  On this Valentine's Day, Baby Center.com has a poll that asks parents "When did you fall in love with your baby?"Here are the choices Baby Center posted. Don't... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Mommy Unplugged

  

  It's a new way to show your friends you are thinking about them-mommy style. I think it's cute. Here's the link to all the Mommy Unplugged free ecards. Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Closing Schools to Stop the Flu?

  They key to stopping the spread of flu may be to close down schools. New research shows keeping kids out of the schools may decrease the spread by 50%. This... Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Dads Who Don't Enjoy It

  My heart broke as I read this post from Baby Center from who said her husband doesn't like being a dad. That would be really hard to handle. I don't think... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Football Concussions

  

  They aren't typically caused by one hit. A new study shows concussions are the result of hit after hit. I don't if this will change anyone's opinion about the... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Parenting the French Way

  I love this article about raising kids. I think the tips are great! I really think I sometimes give in to my kids' demands too soon because I don't have time... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• How to Talk to Your kids:A Kid's Perspective

  

  I just read this cool article from THE NEW YORK TIMES about a book written by teenagers on how parents should talk to their kids. Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING