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• Educational Games for Kids

  If it's on-line, my keeps seem to keep a little more interest in the game. They love the math games on ixl.com. I am looking for something new. I saw this one o... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Do You Purposely Forget the Booster Seat?

  

  Imagine your child being a little smaller than his friends. He still needs a booster seat, but he is tall enough to go without one. What happens when your... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Yet Another Study That Says SCREEN TIME BAD

  

  Is it just me? I understand that too much screen time is bad-especially if the child is suffering from obesity. However, kids need to know how to use technology... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Mysterious Illness at High School

  A mysterious illness in a small community in New York is scaring some parents. Symptoms of Conversion Disorder have been reported in 15 kids. They have started... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Katherine Heigl on Adoption

  Check out this clip from The View:This clip is so cute. I didn't realize Katherine Heigl quit Grey's Anatomy because she adopted a little girl from Korea. Her... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• When Do You Stop Bathing Kids?

  

  Obviously, your kids should always have good hygiene, but when are they too old for you or your babysitter to help them out? Think of an age. Do you have it in... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Kids Who Always Choose Electronics First

  

  There's a good chance you battle with the same electronic issues we do at our house. I am constantly trying to get the kids to play with something other than a... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• 10 Reasons Kids Go to School Sick

  

  NANNY BACKGROUND CHECK looks at the top reasons kids end up at school sick. I want to know the number one reason you think kids are sent to school sick. This... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Preventing Infertility in Young Girls

  

  If you know someone who has struggled with infertility, I am sure you don't want your daughter to go through it. It has such a big impact on a couple's life. A... Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Preventing Gender-based Abortions

  

  I do think it's wrong to abort a baby based on gender. I would think a majority of people would agree with that. However, making all parents wait to find out th... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Michelle Obama on iCarly

  My eight-year-old informed me today Michelle Obama is on iCarly this week and can he "please, please watch it, just this once? Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Preventing Post-partum Blues

  

  It's simple. All you have to do is reach out to other news and other people in general who are on-line. It's a way you can keep your sanity when you are home... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2012 FAMILY, HEALTH, PARENTING, PSYCHOLOGY

• Do Cheap Thermometers Work?

  

  We have a forehead thermometer and I think it works pretty well. I did pay a pretty penny for it though. I think it was about $50.00. It was worth it to me. My... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Recipe Contest

  I thought you good cooks would appreciate this recipe contest. I know I would apply if I could cook! The prize is $25,000! Woo hoo!This year, the 6th Annual... Read more

  Posted on 10 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• How Are Dogs Like Babies?

  

  A new study shows dogs know more than what most scientists think. This new study shows their reaction to communication may be just as good as a baby who is has... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2012 FAMILY, HOME, PARENTING, PETS

• Bullying:How Are Victims Reacting?

  

  So many parents have reached out to me throughout the years in search of an answer to stop their kids from being bullied. Either more people are reporting... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• WOW! Have You Seen the New Childhood Obesity Ads?

  

  Have you seen the new ads targeting parents of children who are obese? They are very bold. I am not sure what I think about them. I know they must be offensive... Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Helping Victims of Child Abuse

  

  The new year brings with it new year's resolutions. Many of you will vow to do something more with your life than the daily grind. I encourage you to consider... Read more

  Posted on 04 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Should This Couple Get Kicked off the Plane?

  

  I have got to hear what you think about this one. Here's the situation: A couple with an 8-month-old, 20-month-old twins and a 3-year-old bought three tickets... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• How to Talk to Your Kids

  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 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING