Sunday, November 8, 2009

children

New Item on the School Cafeteria Menu: a Calorie Limit?

The Institute of Medicine also says kids need more fruits, veggies, and whole grains. more >>

Shriver Report Skips Frustrating Family Issue of the School Year

Times have changed, and current schedules hurt kids and stress two-earner households. more >>

Health Buzz: Spanking May Make Kids Dumber and Other Health News

Swine flu vaccine questions, and Alzheimer's and sleep. more >>

Health Buzz: Drug May Treat Rare Skin and Brain Cancers and Other Health News

6 secrets to getting the right medical diagnosis; top parenting blogs. more >>

Health Buzz: iPhone Outbreak App and Other Health News

10 ways to conquer emotional eating; identifying normal and abnormal sexual behavior in kids more >>

Health Buzz: Pneumonic Plague in China and Other Health News

Health reform efforts; making sure kids get enough vitamin D more >>

8 Ways to Find Affordable Child Care

The recession has opened up new options for parents. more >>

The Real List of the Best Children's Books

Some books no child should go without. more >>

Positive Psychology for Kids: Teaching Resilience With Positive Education

Adults can help kids by encouraging them to think positively, psychology experts say. more >>

The Climate Change Boogeyman

Is talk of climate change damaging for children? more >>

How to Give: Tips For Passing on Wealth To Your Kids, Your Charity, and Your Dog

Advice on making sure your giving goes exactly where you intend. more >>

Having Children Adds Stress to Marriage

But the kids aren't solely to blame. Here are 3 ways for parents to keep their marriage on track. more >>

Kindergarten Tests and the Importance of Play

7 ways to get schools to reduce academic pressure on young children more >>

The Future of Climate Change: How to Teach Children to Conserve

Today's generation of children faces the growing issue of climate change. more >>

Buy Laptops for Kids

The One Laptop Per Child and Give Many programs make it affordable to spread technology. more >>

Teach Your Kids to Cook

It’s a good way to bring the family together and tech your kids a valuable life skill. more >>

Best-Kept-Secret Career: Child Life Specialist

Imagine that your child must face a difficult hospital stay. more >>

How to Pick Toys for Kids

The best gifts take advantage of curiosity, not technology. more >>

10 Top Science Toys for Kids

These gift ideas keep kids entertained while imparting lessons about the natural world. more >>

10 Best Value Toys for Kids

These holiday gift ideas are fun for the whole family. more >>

Boost Kids' Brainpower With a Pill

Exercise for mind and body may be a better fix. more >>

Protecting Kids From Heart Disease

Pediatricians are more aggressively treating high cholesterol in kids, but what are the risks? more >>

Smart Ways to Manage Kids’ TV, Music, and Web Time

Overall, media use may be bad for kids, but the key is sorting the good stuff from the bad. more >>

Health Buzz: Media’s Impact on Kids and Other Health News

Holiday books that aim to help readers get healthier; making tough decisions about psychiatric drugs more >>

America's Best Leaders: Benjamin Carson, Surgeon and Children's Advocate

A talented pediatric neurosurgeon and activist for inner-city kids. more >>

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