Tooth Damage Can Be Minimized With Quick Response
Wednesday March 29, 2006
One of my daughter's friends almost knocked out her front tooth, and she has a funny-looking appliance over the front with wires in a valant effort to save it. ... Read More
Spring is in the Air...Along with Kites Galore
Tuesday March 28, 2006
Sring's winds are gusting more than trees. Take a look around at parks and open areas, and you'll most likely see kites. This is in keeping with the ... Read More
Do Rural or Non-Rural Children Fare Better in Child Care and Development?
Thursday March 23, 2006
Child Trends and the National Center for Rural Early Childhood Learning Initiatives at Mississippi State University have released a report examining the advantages and disadvantages of early childhood development in ... Read More
Cheers to a SAFE Season in Kid's Sports
Wednesday March 22, 2006
I was ever-so-impressed when my son's T-ball coach required faceguards and helmets during batting practice. This safety equipment was never mentioned, and certainly not required, during my oldest son's ... Read More
Summer Fun Countdown has Begun
Tuesday March 21, 2006
Eek! It's official! My hometown newspaper featured a huge insert today of summer camp and program options for kids, and this means planning time is now! I ... Read More
Spring is in the Air: Celebrate the Season!
Wednesday March 15, 2006
I have purchased eight pairs of shorts and three pairs of sandals this week, and the warm-weather shopping has only begun. Yup, Spring and all its outdoor glory is ... Read More
Have Your Kids Caught the Fever...Spring Fever, That Is?
Tuesday March 14, 2006
The temperature is soaring, and my kids have erupted with spring fever of the quite predictable, and even understandable, kind. Winter's chill has long passed (our families resides in ... Read More
Recommended Age Span for Kids to Get Flu Shots Expanded
Monday March 13, 2006
A doctor told me today that he continues to see new cases of flu every day at his practice. Since three members of my household succumbed to the flu ... Read More
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day: Join the Celebration on March 16
Thursday March 9, 2006
I've already printed out my Absolutely Incredible Kid Day Stationary and will write a special note to each of my unique and treasured kids about what makes them so special. ... Read More
Warning, Warning: Doctor Visit Time Approaching!
Wednesday March 8, 2006
I've just scheduled my two youngest kids' annual well-child visits, and I'm not telling them. Don't get me wrong, they LOVE their doctor, but only when they are getting ... Read More
Gentleness Training 101
Tuesday March 7, 2006
One of my friends recently lamented how her toddler "banged on" her newborn sister when she was happy, only to have joy replaced by getting in trouble when the infant ... Read More
Is Your Child Ready to Spend the Night Away from Home?
Wednesday March 1, 2006
Some friends with a youngster want to take one of my kids on a trip with them as a playmate on an upcoming break, but wanted to know whether my ... Read More
8 Ways to Advocate for Students with Special Needs
Wednesday March 1, 2006
My youngest son has speech delay, and I have learned how to successfully advocate for him to ensure he receives appropriate care and education. I"m very fortunate in that ... Read More