Fatal Distraction: Forgetting a Child in the Backseat of a Car Is a Horrifying Mistake. Is It a Crime? The charge in the courtroom was manslaughter, brought by the Commonwealth of Virginia. No significant facts were in dispute. Miles Harrison, 49, was an amiable person, a diligent businessman and a doting, conscientious father until the day last summer -- beset by problems … [Read more...] about From the “There but for the grace of God…” department
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The Parental Instinct is Present in All of Us
Science has found new clues to why you may find yourself smiling at babies. Maybe after you've had one, this effect is even more pronounced, but scientists have long thought that we are programmed for survival to react to a baby's face. Whether or not we say we like children, most people react positively to a baby's face.Now science appears to have real proof, as reported in an … [Read more...] about The Parental Instinct is Present in All of Us
Throw Out Those Baby Bottles
Plastic is scary stuff. It’s around us everywhere, taking the place of natural substances like glass and wood. It’s even hidden in things we cant’ see, like the insides of metal cans. And it’s been around for so long, we no longer even think of it as an unnatural substance. Yet it is unnatural and more and more likely not suited to be used near food. Based on what I always … [Read more...] about Throw Out Those Baby Bottles
Learning All About Babysitter Jobs
Most parents depend on the services of a babysitter to fill in for them from time to time. Finding the right temporary helper might seem to be a daunting task but it is essential to get the right babysitter. After finding a competent and trustworthy person, always look for the following traits in a person for a babysitter’s job:Characteristics of a Babysitter: Duty and … [Read more...] about Learning All About Babysitter Jobs
Do you need a Professional Babysitter?
Choosing a babysitter is a tough job. It is difficult to judge whether a babysitter candidate is truly the best person to care for your little ones. Each child has different needs, and you also want to make sure they are cared for in way consistent with your parenting style. One way to to reduce risk is to choose to hire a professional babysitter. A professional … [Read more...] about Do you need a Professional Babysitter?