Infant, Children, and Parenting Articles
The American Drug Cartel
The pharmaceutical companies are not only influencing the doctors in this country to prescribe and sell more and more drugs, but in their endless greed they are also going to use television to convince an already drugged-stupid nation to consume even more of their expensive poisons.CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta's Practical Take on the Swine Flu
Dr. Gupta presents a refreshing contradiction of what the CDC and other federal and world health groups have been screaming, with their computer generated projections of whatever new number of the week of the population who'll die and their constant talk of a swine flu vaccine that will save us all.Study Finds Link in Childhood Obesity with Parents
The authors of a British study found that children are more likely to become obese when their same-gender parent is obese. The authors did not find the same link between mothers and sons or between fathers and their daughters.Flu Shot Ineffective in Asthmatic Kids
The inactivated flu vaccine does not appear to be effective in preventing influenza-related hospitalizations in children, especially the ones with asthma.Healthy Camping Foods
Here are some kid friendly foods that don't spoil for camping trips. From fruits to nuts to veggie sticks.Basic Essentials for Family Camping
Here's a list of the essentials for your first family camping trip. Remember, you have kids now, and they require extra stuff.Teenagers' Brain Boost Linked to Fish
A European study's findings suggest that the impacts of fish diets may be especially strong at this stage of life. The intelligence scores of boys who ate fish more than once a week were 12 percent higher than those of boys who ate fish less than once a week.Ear, Nose, and Throat Problems with Antibiotics
Ear, nose, and throat infections often come up with frequent antibiotic use. In this article learn why this happens and why ear infections are so common in children these days.Gluten-Free Christmas Pudding
Here's a sweet Christmas recipe for the kids who are gluten-intolerant. Just because you can't have gluten doesn't mean you can't enjoy sweet things at Christmas time!How to Help Your Toddler Start Preschool
Josh Day writes, "Our son recently started preschool in the toddler class. Here are some tips from us that helped get us through the first difficult week."Natural Newborn Skin Care
All a newborn baby needs is plain water and good rubdown with a washcloth. This article will educate you on what skin care products, if any, you should be using on your baby.Sixteen Ways to Teach Your Child not to Smoke
You're probably already doing most of these, but the few you may not be doing may be just the ticket for keeping your children smoke-free.Keep a Food Journal for Your Baby
If your baby is having chronic loose stools or diarrhea, you may want to start keeping a food journal and track everything that goes into his or her body.Two Delicious Smoothies for You and Your Baby
Here are two easy and yummy smoothies that both you and your baby or toddler will enjoy.Vaccine Refusal and Medical Intimidation
In this article, Josh Day reveals the approach he and his wife used to avoid having their son vaccinated during his first visit to a pediatrician.How to Feed Your Baby without Resorting to Gerber
We tried making our own and quickly gave up on that. Too much time, too much mess, too many dishes. No thanks!How to Let Your Baby Cry
Here's a controversial article about the controversial idea of letting a baby cry and self soothing.Some Very Dangerous Things Your Baby May Find on the Floor or Coffee Table
They're simple, common things, and I guarantee everyone will have at least some of them. Unfortunately, they are dangerous for babies and have a tendency of showing up where they shouldn't be.How to Babyproof Your House and Play Area
Some basic and common sense tips for babyproofing your house.How to Efficiently and Easily Go on a Trip with Your Baby
Your first trip with your new baby can be stressful, but if you keep in mind a few simple trips and plan, you have nothing to worry about.How to Safely Shower with Your Baby
Here are some easy and effective tips for new parents on showering with your baby.Home Remedies for Head Lice
Here are four tried and true home remedies for head lice. No harsh chemicals found here!How to Recognize Your Child's Self Esteem
Is your child confident in his or her own abilities and happy with their self image? Learn how to recognize self esteem in your children with a list of things to look for.Ten Ways to Prevent and Monitor School Bullying
Here are ten steps to implement in your child's school to curtail and prevent bullying.Help for Parents Dealing with Adolescence
It's that time in your child's life when they're no longer a child but far from grown up. Adolescence strikes, and it strikes everyone. Here are three basic and simple tips to help you get through it.Essential Baby Clothes and Accessories
Cute baby clothes and special outfits are nice, but what's really important is to have the essentials: absorbable onesies, bibs, baby shirts, and blankets.Healthy Baby Tips
Three easy tips on breastfeeding, when to start solid foods and what to include, and setting a positive example for your baby.Protecting Your Baby from the Sun
While mild doses of old Sol are good for the baby (Vitamin D), you must be super careful in protecting their heads as their skin is quite sensitive and easily burned.Seven Signs Your Relationship Is in Trouble
This article by Debbie Mandel highlights several signs and symptoms of an ailing relationship. Here are seven tips to help you reclaim your relationship with your spouse.Sugar and Spice: Dressing Up Baby Girls
No snoops and snails and puppy dog tails here! This is for the mom who loves to dress up her baby girl in cute outfits.How to Fill an Empty Nest
Debbie Mandel tackles empty nest syndrome and offers several excellent, fun, and easy tips for filling the void that was created when your child went to college.Making Your Own Baby Clothes
A touching article about how homemade baby clothes mean a lot to your children as they grow.How to Change a Diaper the Right and Easy Way
If you're a new parent, this short article will help you learn how to change a baby's diaper and also encourage you to cultivate good habits when it comes to diaper changing.How to Pack for Your Baby during a Trip
It's that time... you're taking your first trip with your new baby! Are you prepared? Have you packed everything? This article gives you the basics on what to remember to pack.Helping Babies Sleep Past Six Months
Most babies the age of five to seven months still need at least two naps a day, one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. The information in this article provides napping tips that may make your life a lot easier.The Basics of Buying Baby Clothes Online
If you're looking to buy new baby clothes cheaply, you'll find that taking your business online will be your best bet.Physical Contact: Hugging Your Kids for Their Health
Hugging your kids is a great and easy way to reinforce their self esteem and let them know they are loved. Physical contact doesn't take long and is a painless and easy act!Dressing Up Your Baby for Special Occasions
It's time for your baby's first formal event. Formal events call for formal wear... how extravagant are you going to be?Building Self-Esteem in Children
Some modern parents were raised in homes where emotions were regarded as weak and undesirable. Consequently, these parents may have problems expressing and explaining emotions to their children. This article provides helpful hints for teaching children about emotions and self-esteem.Ten Tips for Dealing with Peer Pressure
Standing up to peer pressure represents one of the greatest challenges that children face, and many kids are unable to stand up to the challenge. This article offers ten practical tips for combating peer pressure problems and issues.Blue or Pink? Choosing Colors for Your Baby
Blue or pink? That is the question... concerning gender colors for your baby. This article breaks it down and gives you some safe bets for either gender.Swimming Lessons: Ten Safety Tips for the New Parent
When your child reaches four, you may want to teach him to swim so he'll feel more comfortable in and around water. This article provides important tips that'll make your child's first swimming experience a happy one.Breaking Down the Family Bed
You know what it is. You've been hearing about it for some time now, most likely. Either it intrigues you or repulses you. Check out this article to get a brief discussion from both sides of the argument.How to Start Making Baby Clothes Last
Why throw hundreds of dollars away on new shirts and new pants for your baby when you can convert outgrown clothes into "new" clothes that fit?Understanding and Surviving the Terrible Twos
There will be times when your child's behavior will drive you crazy, but a little understanding of developmental psychology will help you weather the storm of the terrible twos.Hand Crocheted Baby Sweater and Booties
An easy pattern for the knitster to crochet a simple baby sweater and a pair of booties.College Freshmen Gone Wild on Booze
Unfortunately, many freshmen have no concept of moderation and begin binge drinking during their first week or even on their first night of school. As a former fraternity vice president, Josh Day offers his experience and opinion on why so many college students engage in this reckless behavior.Removing Spots in Baby Laundry
It's happened again. Your baby's made a mess and you have a very visible spot in your or baby's clothes! Here's a simple chemistry experiment that should take out the spot.Breast Feeding Tips for New Mothers
New mothers often have a difficult time breast feeding. But don't give up! And don't resort to formula. These tips by Margaret Chuong-Kim will help you along.Why a Homebirth Couple Said No to Attachment Parenting
It may be all the rage within natural health circles, but attachment parenting, like any parenting style, has its pros and cons and elements of extremes and political motivation.The Ins and Outs of Baby Laundry
Baby laundry -- who would have thought it would be such a hassle? Baby laundry has all kinds of ins and outs to it. This article breaks it down for you.Night Weaning Breastfeeding Baby
A discussion on Dr. Ben Kim's experience with his own baby son and how he and his wife successfully night weaned him without resorting to the "cry it out" method.What to Do When Your Baby Outgrows Her Clothes
Here are some creative and practical ideas of utilizing outgrown baby clothes.Nasal Congestion in Babies
Nasal congestion in babies can lead to a number of health problems associated with breathing and sleeping difficulties.Why Antibiotics Are Not the Answer for the Common Cold and Acne
So many people use antibiotics as the end-all be-all cure. This is a must read article for anyone who's ever been put on an antibiotic or plans to go on one in the future.The Price of Chewing Gum
If you chew gum on a regular basis, you may be harming your health.On Being a Mom
This delightful and touching essay touches the very soul of motherhood. It's a must read for everyone, even macho guys who haven't been to a Hallmark Card store in twenty years.Planning before the Baby Arrives
Clothing, diapers, a crib... these are all things you'll need before your baby is born. Do you have a plan?How to Step Back and Include Dads
One of the most common high-stress-on-the-Richter-scale complaints I hear from women: “I don’t have any time for myself. My husband says that the kids are my number one priority.Baby Hand-Me-Downs
Hand-me-downs are an excellent way of clothing your new baby and saving money.
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