Uh oh. I no sooner had told an friend of my teenage son, who had become infested with chiggers after a hike in the woods, to apply clear nail ... Read More

I was pleasantly surprised when my youngest son's tee-ball organization announced they required criminal background checks before anyone could work in any capacity with the players. My husband and ... Read More

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My kids' last day of school is quickly approaching, and marks a time to celebrate another successful year. My children's teachers and care providers deserve a long vacation or ... Read More

Is anyone out there feeling overwhelmed with end-of-school activities and parties combined with all the extracurricular wrap-ups with recitals, performances, and trophy rallies? I'm cranking things out as ... Read More

There are times when parents need a babysitter for their child with special needs. But it has to be a babysitter who can handle him. Who knows about her health ... Read More

When my young daughter got glasses last year, her first response was that kids would tease her. With some heart-to-heart discussions combined with a fabulous teacher who talked about ... Read More

Legal Momentum has just sent out the following Action Alert: Act TODAY! Tell your Representative to vote AGAINST a FY 2007 Budget Resolution that cuts critical services for our nation's children. ... Read More

As much as parents want their children to be well-liked by their peers, social with other kids, and well-adjusted, sometimes those skills don't come very easily and isolation from other ... Read More

I have created not one, but TWO child art galleries in my home, and just glancing at these treasures brings a smile to my face each and every day. ... Read More

The end of the school year is quickly approaching. (Do you hear that deafening round of applause by teachers and kids alike?) For some parts of the country, ... Read More

Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? Actually, I didn't either, but it sure explains the influx of Field Day Events and other end-of-the-year ... Read More

My daughter came home last week and lamented that their upcoming field day could be shortened in length and scope. Nope, it wasn't due to money; rather, it was ... Read More

About Guide to Pediatrics Vince Iannelli has written about the new school soda and drink guidelines that are supposed to help fight child obesity. Will they? It certainly ... Read More

Next week is teacher/provider appreciation week. It is also my daughter's teacher's birthday. And since I really, really cherish her and believe she has truly helped her to ... Read More

Have you heard of Lilaguide: New Parents Survival Guide? I hadn't either until recently when I received marketing information about the concept and then heard raves from a ... Read More