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• Fatherhood Helps You Live Longer

  

  Is there a connection between infertility and heart disease? New research says that may be the case. Men who don't have children are more likely to die from... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2011 FAMILY, HEALTH, PARENTING

• Fear of Childbirth

  

  If you have a true fear of childbirth, there is no shame in getting counseling prior to the delivery. I truly think more women should be told this. I have had... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Safety Seat Check-points This Weekend!

  

  AAA and IDOT are holding safety seat checkpoints at 82 locations throughout the state as part of National Child Passenger Safety Week. Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Tylenol is Back!

  

  (picture from otc.com)It really seems like this took forever to get back on store shelves! I have some generic right now at home. My kids seem to like the... Read more

  Posted on 22 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Avoiding ADHD During Bedtime

  

  If your child's teacher says he/she isn't paying attention in class, adjusting the bedtime routine may be your best solution. Research shows some kids with... Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Too Old to Have Kids?

  

  How old is too old to have kids? Should the government be permitted to take your child away if you're an old parent? Take a look at this case from Italy where... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Kid's Milk Percentage

  

  We have been drinking 2% and skim milk lately. I try to get my four-year-old to drink whole milk, but it seems like every time I buy it, someone else drinks... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Dr. Oz on Apple Juice and Arsenic

  

  I am really upset about this controversy. I feel like Dr.Oz has a solid background of good judgement. If he thinks there is a chance apple juice has arsenic in... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Your Pregnancy and Kid's Allergies

  

  It look like there's a connection between what you eat while you're pregnant and whether your kids develop certain allergies. I am not sure if I had any walnut... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Making Your House Work for You

  

  I haven't quite figured out how to do it yet, but I know your house doesn't have to be in shambles just because you have kids! I recently was sent a copy of... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2011 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Learning to Drive

  

  It is really hard to think of any of my babies driving! Although, my eight-year-old says he drove a golf cart with dad. Is that legal? Probably not. I have a... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Daddy is a Caretaker Too!

  

  You typically think of the mom being the caretaker for a new baby, but dads testosterone levels change too! They do become more nurturing when they have a littl... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Stink'in Spongebob Squarepants

  

  I tell you what, I would happy if this show was taken off the air. It drives me crazy. Every time it comes on, I run over to the T.V. and shut it off. My... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Infants Do Feel Pain

  

  I hate to think about infants in pain. I always thought they were really impacted by those needle pricks :(FROM NBC: Babies begin to recognize pain ... just... Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Miscarriages: A Medical Mystery

  I am certain I was told by my OBGYN eight years ago that I could only take Tylenol for pain relief-not ibuprofen(Motrin) or Aleve. I think that has been well... Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Circumcism Rate Drops

  

  I have been hearing more and more from parents who are deciding not circumcise their boys. I do wonder what has changed. Are more parents informed about the... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• When is Your Child Too Sick for School?

  

  It's not always an easy decision to make. When should you call in sick to work and stay home with your child and when should you send them to school and see... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Autism Brain Scan

  

  We've been talking about it for year-a brain scan that detects autism. Now it may become reality. FROM NBC: Researchers have found a way to spot the signs of... Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• The Babysitter Bill

  

  If you have a regular babysitter, listen up. This could set a precedence. It would certainly have a big impact on people who babysit and people who can barely... Read more

  Posted on 01 September 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Concussion APP

  

  I think this is fabulous. I am so worried about one of my boys getting a concussion. It would certainly make it a whole lot worse if they got a concussion and... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING