Sydney's Got Colic
Wednesday November 30, 2005
And she and Kimber are now experiencing the joys of being awake from midnight to 3 a.m. every night. It's colic, but both mom and baby are taking it ... Read More
Stravina Recalls Metal Jewelry and Zipper Pulls
Wednesday November 30, 2005
The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of accessible lead in the metal and/or the paint, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead is toxic if ... Read More
FAQ: Umbilical Stump Hasn't Fallen Off
Wednesday November 30, 2005
Usually, the umbilical stump falls off within two weeks after birth, but it can remain longer. Know the signs that could indicate a problem and find out how to ... Read More
Tomato Stains Revisited and Tea Stains, too
Friday November 25, 2005
Remember when I put my plastic spoon out in the sun because it was stained with spaghetti sauce? Well, even if you don't -- the experiment worked. The ... Read More
Giggles Bibs
Friday November 25, 2005
Today, on this day of all shopping days, I'm starting a new feature to showcase parent-made or kid-inspired products, books or services.
I think this is important. First, how ... Read More
Sydney is 6 Weeks Old
Thursday November 24, 2005
And unfortunately, she's constipated. After having several days of red-faced pushing and crying and not a poop in sight, Kimber went to see the doctor. Her regular pediatrician wasn't ... Read More
Ferber Changes Stance on "Crying it Out"
Wednesday November 16, 2005
ABC News reports that author Richard Ferber has changed his tune when it comes to letting babies cry it out. He's the author of Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems ... Read More
Tomorrow is the Great American Smokeout
Wednesday November 16, 2005
Did you know that about 43 percent of kids aged 2-11 are exposed to secondhand smoke in their homes? And studies show that kids who had parents that smoked ... Read More
Snow is Falling Again
Tuesday November 15, 2005
Make good use of the snow that may already be falling in your area with this recipe for snow ice cream. Your kids will love making it as much ... Read More
Sydney's One Month Old
Sunday November 13, 2005
Kimber and Sydney are home and she's updated with new pictures. She's feeling a little bit down about her breastmilk supply, so if any moms of preemies that were ... Read More
Parenting Blogs
Thursday November 10, 2005
If you're interested in reading about the lives of other parents, I've got a directory of interesting reads for you here. Some are funny, some are sad... but ... Read More
Pacifiers Recommended to Decrease SIDS Risk
Wednesday November 9, 2005
According to a report in the November issue of Pediatrics, pacifier use could reduce the risk of SIDS. The authors of this analysis used the data from nine case-controlled ... Read More
Child Proofing Your Home
Wednesday November 9, 2005
November is Child Safety and Protection month and one of the best ways to protect your little one is by child proofing your home. Before you undergo the task, ... Read More
That's Some Wicked Breastmilk
Friday November 4, 2005
I tell you what, the news is just full of humorous goodies lately. This is something I wish I'd thought of this year: a witch's lactation station decoration.
It caused ... Read More
Potty Training Interruptus
Friday November 4, 2005
I really feel for this little guy, but I couldn't help but laugh at this article in the Independent Online. Apparently, the toddler went to use the potty and ... Read More
Tips for Healthy Teeth
Thursday November 3, 2005
Halloween has come and gone, but chances are you've still got plenty of candy left. With all that sugar, it's important to focus on your child's teeth. Help ... Read More

