In the News
A parenting perspective on the latest headlines
March 2013
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03/25/13Safe Sleep Initiatives for Babies in MichiganUnsafe sleep habits have resulted in recent infant deaths in metro Detroit. Local government is teaming up with Beaumont Children's Hospital to educate parents on the consequences. |
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03/25/13Modern Moms Are Working Full-Time More Than Ever, But Say Part-Time is IdealThe parenthood-work balancing act is as complex as ever, but a new Pew Research Center study finds a jump in percentage of women who prefer a full-time job. Posted at 09:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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03/15/13Video Games Could Help Dyslexic Kids ReadA study recently published by Italian researchers indicates that playing video games may increase attention and focus skills, leading to improved reading. |
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03/14/13First Ever Guidelines for Managing Type 2 Diabetes in KidsIn a growing fight against childhood obesity, the American Academy of Pediatrics has released tips and advice to help pediatricians and parents treat children and adolescents. |
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03/01/13Distracted New Moms Drive Dangerously with Baby on BoardA survey of new mothers gives some scary statistics about the way they drive – from talking or texting on cell phones to tending to their tykes. |
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02/25/13Is There a Link Between Autism and Moms, Dads Delaying Parenthood?First-time parents are older than ever, a study says, and special needs rates have risen in kids. What's the correlation – and what effect do aging dads have on their offspring? Posted at 08:30 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
