Thursday, November 26, 2009

parenting

Graduated Driver's Licensing Saves Lives: Study

Three-step process 'keeping teenagers alive and families intact' more >>

Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Umbilical Cord

Recommendations may vary by doctor more >>

Mom's Depression May Worsen Child's Asthma

Fatigue, forgetfulness could lead mothers to overlook needed care, study finds more >>

Dangerous Toys Still on Store Shelves, Report Finds

Focus on toys that pose choking hazard, are too loud, or contain dangerous chemicals more >>

Arsenic in Playgrounds Remains a Children’s Health Threat

Arsenic in wood chips, not just play equipment, poses a health risk. more >>

Curbing Mom's Smoking, Childhood Lead Exposure May Be Key to Preventing ADHD

Learn how to reduce the risk for your own children. more >>

One in Four Teen Girls Have STDs

Almost 20 percent get infected within one year of starting to have sex, CDC report says more >>

Health Tip: Bonding With Your New Baby

Suggestions to connect with your newborn more >>

Need Help with H1N1 Vaccine Fear? Sid the Science Kid Explains How Flu Vaccines Work

There's also an iPhone app that helps kids cope with fear of getting a shot. more >>

Health Tip: Determining Migraines in Children

Is it a migraine, or another type of headache? more >>

Our Readers' Smart Tips to Stop Teens From Texting While Driving

One quarter of teens say they’ve texted while driving, despite the well-known safety risks. more >>

Health Tip: When Infants Get Diarrhea

Here's what parents should know more >>

Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use

Those who keep an eye on their kids help stave off unwanted behavior, study says more >>

Health Tip: When Baby Is Teething

Ways to offer some relief more >>

'Fearless' 3-Year-Olds Might Be Tomorrow's Criminals

20-year study finds adults with records were more likely as tots to not be afraid more >>

Safety of Caffeinated Alcohol Drinks Is Under Federal Spotlight

FDA investigates brands like Joose, Four Loko, and Liquid Charge that are popular with teen drinkers. more >>

Your Kids Can’t Say No to Candy? Blame It on Their Brains

And skip the formal lessons if you want your child to be a great soccer player more >>

Health Tip: Sources of Childhood Stress

Parents can help limit exposure more >>

Health Tip: Symptoms of Postpartum Depression

Signs that you should seek help more >>

Women Don't Have More Family-Work Conflicts Than Men Do

Assuming this will give women a fairer shot in the workplace. more >>

Health Tip: Recording Your Child's Medical History

Suggestions for what to track more >>

Bad-Behaving Teens May Be Living Up to Expectations

Parents should not assume that all youth will rebel, expert says more >>

No Luck Finding an H1N1 Flu Shot? You’re Not Alone

Only 34 percent of parents seeking vaccine for kids found it. more >>

Breast-Feeding Benefits Moms and Babies: Report

Nursing exclusively for six months, then with foods until at least 12 months is ideal, dietitians say more >>

Health Buzz: Bypass With Pump May Be Better for Patients and Other Health News

4 ways to stop stressing out your kids; experimental new HPV vaccine may halt vulvar cancer. more >>

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