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Chemicals Affecting Boys’ Development It comes as no surprise that the environment and lifestyle of a child can play a major role in their development. Unfortunately, that role is not always a positive part to play. The chemicals in the environment are starting to affect the development of boys. There aren’t any signs that boys are ... Read On
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Sound Asleep: Does Breast Feeding Really Impact Sleep Patterns? Everyone knows that when you welcome a little one into your life and home, one of the major changes you can expect is compromised sleep, especially if you're breast feeding....right? Wrong...at least according to recent research.
The study, which recently made its way to the Internet suggests ... Read On
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Bedtime For Bonzo: How Many Naps Does Your Baby Need We all know that (new) moms and dad need more sleep...but according to experts, sleep is essential for your little one as well. In fact it is key for their young developing brains and bodies. However, a good night's sleep is not nearly enough. Regular naps help little ones get the rest they ... Read On
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A Boost Of Confidence: Booster Seats Get A Boost Of Approval From Lawmakers According to research, injuries to children 4 to 6 years of age declined 18% in New York following the implementation of a 2005 law making booster seats mandatory. The study is the first to do a comparison of traffic injury rates before and after the implementation of the state booster-seat ... Read On
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Growing Up Too Fast: Early Onset Of Puberty Can Be Physically And Emotionally Risky Little girls can hardly wait to blossom into beautiful young ladies and women....and now it seems their daydreams are coming true.
According to recent research American girls are reaching puberty earlier than ever before....and this early onset of puberty places them at higher risk for ... Read On
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A Raise In Breast Feeding Rates: More Babies Being Breast-Fed At Birth Have you ever noticed that sometimes the "old ways" were the best ways? This is especially true when it comes to breastfeeding. In fact recent research has revealed that breastfeeding infants has many benefits for mother and child.
Well, now new studies show that this not so new trend is once ... Read On
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Lice Logistics: Early Detection Is Key There are many realities that parents have to deal with now that it's back to school and back to business as usual. And, among the many concerns parents have, one of the biggest is facing the possibility that their little one may come home with head lice.
That's right, head lice is common among ... Read On
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A Toothy Grin: Babies and Dental Hygiene...What Are The Rules? Happy, smiling children are what everyone wants and what most of us can't resist...and that's why, according to experts, dental health care is essential for EVERY child (and adult)...but an area of healthcare that often gets "neglected" or overlooked.
In fact, the "frightening" facts (in ... Read On
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Business Keeping "Abreast" Of Mom's Needs: New Law Offers Nursing Moms A Break At Work Based On New Health Reform. Good news for working moms. Part of the new health care reform makes it mandatory for employers to allow nursing moms some time off and some private space for pumping breast milk. And, while this legally required break time will be UNPAID, those who sponsored the legislation are calling it a ... Read On
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Happy Birthday To You: A Modern Twist To Tradition When I was a kid having mom host your birthday at McDonald's or Jahn's in Brooklyn was a BIG Deal. In fact most kids had their yearly celebration at home or in the backyard with either a Carvel Ice Cream Cake or a Betty Crocker Special that mom whipped up usually on the same day.
Well, those ... Read On
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I'll Love Him, And Squeeze Him...And Call Him George: Why Showing Babies Lots Of Love Can Help Build A Better Life and Future For Them. Parents can't help but love and nurture their children...and now studies give them another VERY GOOD reason to do so. According to statistics, children who are raised in an environment where they receive lots of love and affection seem to be happier and do better as adults.
The results are based ... Read On
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Places To Go...Things To Do: Exploring The East End Of Long IslandLong Island's East End has always been known as the "it" place for a summer retreat even for natives and locals. Most of us associate the East End with sprawling stretches of land filled with fabulous golf courses, wineries, and of course the for its esteemed (and often Hollywood depicted) Hampton ... Read On
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