Joys of Parenting
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Sunday, February 10th, 2008This one is guaranteed to get some laughs and probably damage your childs psyche for the rest of their lives.
Lead Poisoning Info
Friday, January 4th, 2008Since exposure to even low amounts of lead among children can cause learning disabilities and behavioral problems, it’s important for parents to be aware of as much information as possible.
The Environmental Protection Agency offers these suggestions:
Have your child tested regularly by a pediatrician.
If your home was built before 1978, have it tested for lead paint.
Always […]
Teens and Drugs
Wednesday, December 12th, 2007This survey, done by the University of Michigan’s Institute for Social Research, examined the behavior of eighth-, 10th- and 12th-graders nationwide. The study, in its 33rd year, found that overall drug use is falling, mainly due to a drop in the popularity of marijuana and methamphetamines. But it also found that teen use of other […]
Single Parent Dynamic Changing
Wednesday, November 28th, 2007The stereotype of low-income single moms and carelesess teenagers is far from accurate. To start with, the majority of unmarried moms are involved with the biological father, and many told us they live with him. Only 14% of all those polled are currently divorced. Because so many have a partner in the picture, more than […]
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