The story of the New York air traffic controller who was suspended and faces the possibility of losing his job after bringing his kids to work and allowing them to direct planes at the busy JFK Airport may have many parents thinking about whether or not it's appropriate to bring their children to work.Experts say parents should consider their work environment before bringing … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for bringing your children to work
Tips for helping kids snack healthier
A recent study may provide a clue as to why the obesity rate among American children and teens is skyrocketing. Researchers at the University of North Carolina have found that kids in the U.S. are constantly eating snacks, and they're indulging in more unhealthy foods between mealtimes."Childhood snacking trends are moving toward three snacks per day, and more than 27 … [Read more...] about Tips for helping kids snack healthier
Actor Oliver Hudson says he and his wife are dealing with their second pregnancy much differently
Actor Oliver Hudson admits that expecting a child the second time around is a lot less stressful."It's not as new, obviously, and there's a lot less fear," the actor told People Magazine. "A lot less nerves involved. We know what we're doing now. Or so we think we know what we're doing!"The Rules of Engagment star and his wife, Erinn, are expecting their … [Read more...] about Actor Oliver Hudson says he and his wife are dealing with their second pregnancy much differently
Parenting advice for avoiding choking
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently proposed changes for the food industry to cut down on the number of choking-related incidents among children. Among their recommendations were to put warning labels on foods that are associated with a high-risk of causing choking and a commitment from the food industry to design new food and redesign current foods to minimize … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for avoiding choking
Parenting advice to prepare kids for a visit to the dentist
It's known that dental health is important to overall health and that poor dental hygiene could result in serious problems in the long run. Regardless of your own feelings about going to the dentist, there are ways that parents can prepare their kids for a dental appointment and set them up for a lifetime of positive experiences in the dentist's chair.Experts suggest that … [Read more...] about Parenting advice to prepare kids for a visit to the dentist