Swine flu claims life of Texas toddler: What precautions is your child's school or daycare taking?
Wednesday April 29, 2009
I live in Texas, so the first known death from swine flu in the U.S. has hit particularly close to home. Having a 23-month-old toddler as the victim makes ... Read More
New daycare reviews posted
Tuesday April 28, 2009
If you use a daycare you absolutely love, don't you want to share the news? At the same time, if you've experienced a daycare setting that you feel isn't ... Read More
It's parent-teacher conference time: Get those questions ready!
Friday April 24, 2009
I don't really know why parent-teacher conferences unnerve me, but they do. I've never had a meeting that doesn't go well, and teachers make it a point to put ... Read More
Family fun ideas for the month of May
Thursday April 23, 2009
The month of May can make even the most sane parent go a little bonkers. Between teacher and child care appreciation events, end-of-year parties, and parent-teacher conferences, my ... Read More
Can't We Just Hang Up the Cellphone and Drive?
Monday April 20, 2009
There's been a lot of talk, and even a growing number of actions, of banning the use of cellphones in certain areas. My children's schools have recently been designated ... Read More
How Do You Plan To Celebrate Earth Day?
Friday April 17, 2009
The meaning of Earth Day, celebrated on April 22 each year, is always a topic of lively discussion with my kids. I commend their teachers for bringing up important ... Read More
Volunter Movement on the Grow
Thursday April 16, 2009
My children's schools are hosting volunteer appreciation events throughout April as a way to say "thank you" for giving a helping hand throughout the year. (The timing is in ... Read More
Should You Allow Your Child to Go on Daycare Field Trips?
Tuesday April 14, 2009
Day care field trips are usually touted as a lot of fun and even educational for young children. Child care providers often schedule trips as a way to entice ... Read More
Which Type of Child Care is the Best?
Wednesday April 8, 2009
When it comes to choosing child care, I've found that most parents have opinions ... really strong ones at that ... about what type of childcare they feel is the ... Read More
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. 4-Year-Olds Are Obese, According to New Report
Tuesday April 7, 2009
I have three kids: one who is overweight, one who is average, and one who is ultra-slim. I am constantly befuddled on what to feed my children when ... Read More
Economy is Taking Toll on Daycare Centers
Monday April 6, 2009
This may not be the best time to consider starting a career in child care. As unemployment continues to take its toll on families across America, many parents are ... Read More
Do Men Make Good Child Care Providers?
Friday April 3, 2009
I've regularly used two male child care providers with my kids -- and can't rave enough about the experiences! My kids loved the "uniqueness" of the situation and enjoyed ... Read More
Say Yes to Volunteering: Schools and Daycares REALLY Need You!
Thursday April 2, 2009
As more stay-at-home parents are returning to the workforce to stay afloat in this tough economy, schools and daycares are struggling to find enough helping hands for field trips and ... Read More