Hib Vaccine Available Again
Tuesday June 30, 2009
If you're one of many parents of toddlers who delayed getting the Hib vaccine due to the recent shortage there's good news. According to Dr. Vincent Iannelli, the Hib ... Read More
DIY Oatmeal Bath
Saturday June 27, 2009
For less than $1, you can make your own oatmeal baths at home instead of buying the name brand stuff for nearly $6 a box. This bath is often recommended ... Read More
Choosing the Right Babysitter for Your Toddler
Saturday June 27, 2009
Regardless of whether you work inside or outside the home, occasions exist when a babysitter is necessary. The teen down the street is anxious to earn some extra cash, but ... Read More
Help: My Toddler is Afraid of Public Restrooms
Saturday June 27, 2009
A mom writes:
"My daughter is 3 years old and has been doing great with potty training so far. When we're in public, however, she will scream and cry and refuse ... Read More
Nestle Toll House Cookie Dough Recalled
Saturday June 20, 2009
All varieties of refrigerated and frozen Nestle Toll House Cookie Dough have been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. According to the FDA, "Since March 2009 there have ... Read More
Why You Should Avoid Custom Car Seat Covers
Saturday June 20, 2009
If your car seat is looking kind of gross -- and let's face it, toddlers can wreak havoc on a car seat -- or you're just sick of looking at ... Read More
July Blog Carnival Submissions Wanted
Tuesday June 16, 2009
Calling all daddy and mommy bloggers (and anyone else who blogs on family issues): There's a new blog carnival slated to go live in July that will focus on the ... Read More
What Are You Doing for Father's Day?
Saturday June 13, 2009
Mother's Day with toddlers seems like such a given. Toddlers can help you make Mom breakfast in bed. Toddlers have adorably pudgy little hands that make great handprint ... Read More
Help! My Toddler Constantly Has His Hand in His Diaper
Saturday June 13, 2009
A reader writes:
"My toddler has a relatively new habit of sticking his hand in his diaper and often playing with his penis. I don't want to tell him not to ... Read More
Two New About.com Sites You'll Love
Saturday June 13, 2009
I'm happy to announce two new additions to the About.com Parenting Channel and a change that's been made here. I am now going to be giving all my attention ... Read More
Family Friendly Dining (and I'm Not Talking About McDonald's)
Saturday June 6, 2009
Leave it to an innovative new mom to create a unique dining experience for families. Rachel Klein is the chef at Boston's Aura Restaurant where, according to the Boston Globe, ... Read More
Do You Know Your Child Care's Fire Safety Procedures?
Saturday June 6, 2009
In the news the past few days have been two fires at child care centers. One was in England and was caused by a Tupperware container left on a ... Read More
A Natural Remedy for Toddler Boo Boos
Saturday June 6, 2009
If you're not into all the chemicals that some of the concoctions for bites and ouchies have, you might want to give Bye Bye Boo Boo by Baby Cakes a ... Read More

