Wednesday, November 25, 2009

parenting

Money-Saving Tips for New Parents

Babies are expensive, but these experts offer ways to control the costs. more >>

Health Tip: Bringing Baby Home

Prepare for the trip from the hospital more >>

Want Leaner Kids? Parents May Need to Toe the Line

Health experts say much can be done to keep weight in check more >>

Is it Safe to Let Your Kids Walk to School?

Author Lenore Skenazy says it's time to let kids’ freedom win over parental anxiety. more >>

Health Tip: Choosing a Safe Halloween Costume

Suggestions for a safer holiday more >>

'No Flu Shots for My Kids'

Some moms aren't convinced vaccines are necessary, safe or effective more >>

As Teens Plug In, Parents Fret

Worries are justified, say hearing loss experts who urge prevention more >>

Health Tip: Understanding Gestational Diabetes

What it means for you and baby more >>

Grandparents Can Join the Hunt for Causes of Autism

1 percent of kids may have autism—and environmental factors may play a role in higher rates. more >>

Burn Rate in Kids Has Dropped, But Still Causes Concern

Youths' thinner skin makes them more susceptible to severe injury, expert says more >>

Health Tip: Soothing a Colicky Baby

A number of solutions to try more >>

Most Childhood Cancer Survivors Have Healthy Babies

But pregnancies should be closely monitored, researchers say more >>

Daily Candy in Childhood Linked to Violence in Adulthood

But experts note cause-and-effect not proven in study more >>

Health Tip: Help Prevent Childhood Migraines

Have the youngster learn to avoid triggers more >>

Pre-Pregnancy Weight Linked to Babies' Heart Problems

Overweight women more likely to have infants with certain birth defects, research shows more >>

Children Need Seasonal Flu Vaccine, Experts Say

Study finds vaccination rates lag behind recommended levels more >>

Health Tip: Reduce the Risk of Preterm Labor

Lifestyle choices can help you have a healthy pregnancy more >>

Parents Keep Teen Drivers Safe When They Control the Car Keys

Kids with their own car are twice as likely to have a crash, a survey says. more >>

Health Tip: Choosing a Child Safety Seat

Features to look for more >>

Children's Growth Charts Don't Measure Up With Parents

Many don't understand how to read or interpret them, survey shows more >>

Firm Parents Keep Teen Drivers Safe

Supportive rules reduce crashes, drunk driving and cell phone use on the road: studies more >>

Health Tip: Help Prevent Your Child's Constipation

Here are some suggestions more >>

Spanking May Lower Kids' IQs

Experts believe corporal punishment can affect psychological well-being more >>

Health Tip: Crib Mattress Safety

Help prevent accidents more >>

Predicting Postpartum Depression May Be Possible

Spanish researchers report 80 percent success with their method more >>

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