Recalls
Target is recalling about 143,000 night lights because the battery can overheat and cause the night light to melt, posing a fire hazard. The recall involves battery-operated night lights with an AC adapter included. The night light collection includes a pink hedgehog,...
KidZone
This project is a great mix of science and art that engages children in several S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) principles at once. Children not only get to participate in the science of making the watercolors, but also enjoy the artistic...
10 Things to do
Step away from the pop tart and lend your mornings some nutrition and fun… Yogurt parfait Funny face bagel Breakfast pita Peanut butter toast Fresh fruit smoothie Oatmeal with berries...
Humor
I was at a doctor’s appointment and had to do it. You know, it. Flash my scandalous lady parts in public for the nourishment of my 2-month-old son. Whoever told me that breastfeeding in public was simple should go hide in the sand for the rest of eternity. Those...
Lifelines
Options for Care Many doctors’ offices have extended hours for emergencies or sudden illness. But there are real differences among the other facilities, differences in type of care, how quickly the care is delivered and how much your bill will be. For example, Vik...
Education
My friend didn’t notice that cursive had been cut from her son’s curriculum until she watched him “sign” a code of conduct agreement. It got her thinking. Are curlicues and loopyletters a relic of the past, gone the way of calligraphy and the abacus? Many experts...
Family Matters
Q. Our kids seldom go outside to play. I think they need more exercise, but my husband seems very anxious when they are outside. He worries that they’re going to run into the street or something bad will happen to them. (They are 3, 7 and 13, by the way.) Do you have...
Family Connections
They say that the path to healing begins by admitting you have a problem. I’m Richard, and I have a sickness. Nope, it’s—how should I put this—an unredeemed strength. That’s it: I’m not a hoarder; I’m an archeologist’s best friend. Whew, glad I got that sorted. Now my...
Feature Articles
by Sherida Mock In the summer of 2000, Kelli Kelley was 24 weeks pregnant when she went into labor driving home from work. That unexpected premature birth of her son launched Kelley on a journey that led her to found Hand to Hold, a nonprofit that provides support for...
Feature Articles
“In my 20 years of teaching guitar, I have often been asked what to look for in a music teacher. Selecting an excellent music teacher for your child can be one of the most daunting tasks there is for a parent. And though finding a great teacher can be tough, I find...
