If you’re building your child’s blog from the ground up, then you’ll need to start with choosing a “content management system,” or CMS. This sounds more complex than it is. It’s basically the place you’re going to put your blog. If you’ve never built a blog before, then I recommend … [Read more...]
Six Easy Tips for Safe Sledding This Winter
December 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Winter is officially off to a super snowy start, and while we grumble at the never-ending shoveling and extra laundry, our kids are loving it. Snow offers so many entertainment options to kids that it’s easy to understand why they want to be out there all the time. One of the things I looked forward … [Read more...]
Winter Safety Tips for Kids Playing in the Snow
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As I’m writing, my kids and I are watching the first snowfall in our area. We’re a little late in the game this year, but for a winter lover like me, any snow is good snow. My son has been asking for snow for a few weeks now. He’s a chip off the ol’ block o’ Mom. He can’t wait to build … [Read more...]
Leaded Glass: Dangerous Drinking Glasses on the Rise
November 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Associated Press recently did some testing on drinking glasses found in a Warner Bros. store in Burbank, Calif., and found that they not only contained lead, but also the dangerous element cadmium. Oh wait, it gets better. These glasses, which depict such characters as Superman, Wonder Woman and … [Read more...]
Children and Internet Safety: Keep a Parental Eye on Your Kids’ Online Interactions
November 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A younger relative of mine is one of my “friends” on Facebook. I first accepted her friend request in hopes of better staying in touch, since we only see each other a few times during the year. At first, the page was filled with your average tween crises like not having enough frizz-ease after gym … [Read more...]
Halloween Trick-or-Treating: How to Ensure the Greatest (and Safest) Night Out
October 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When you're making your plans for a super-fantastic Halloween with your wee ghosties and goblins, keep these tips and tricks in mind! Halloween Tricks for Safety • Make sure that the kids' costumes fit well. Dresses and robes should fall around shin-length to avoid tripping while walking or climbing … [Read more...]
Stroller Recalls: The Illusion of Safety
October 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When I was a young mother and visited various stores to purchase everything from baby necessities — such as cribs and strollers — to new toys for my little bundles of joy, I trusted the companies that made these products to put time and money into testing them for every foreseeable safety aspect. Imagine … [Read more...]
Victor Perez Stops Kidnapper and Saves Girl
October 6, 2010 By 1 Comment
Yesterday, 29-year-old, Victor Perez, became a hero. After watching news about an abducted 8-year-old girl, Perez was personally moved by the situation, because he has two children of his own. While he was standing outside of his Fresno home, chatting with his cousin, he saw a truck that matched … [Read more...]
CPSC Warns Against Using Infant Sleep Positioners
October 4, 2010 By 8 Comments
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and FDA are warning parents not to buy, or continue the use of, sleep positioners for babies. After 12 reported infant deaths (ages 1 month to 4 months) over the last 13 years, the agency is concerned future life-threatening incidents may occur. Sleep … [Read more...]
