"Fran’s fondest memory of time spent with her dad is of when he took her on her first boat ride in the bay. As they leaned on the railing, wind in their hair, watching the waves roll past and the sun approaching the horizon, she pointed forward and announced she had just spotted a mermaid. Her dad laughed, scanned the horizon and said he wished he had seen it, too. Once back … [Read more...] about Allowing Kids to Experience Life
Archives for October 2008
Doctors: Kids need more vitamin D
Fathers who want to keep on top of the latest nutritional recommendations for children may want to note that the leading children's medical organization in the U.S. thinks kids need more vitamin D.The American Academy of Pediatrics' new guidelines increase the optimal amount of the vitamin from 200 international units (IU) per day to 400.But how do you go about following this … [Read more...] about Doctors: Kids need more vitamin D
AFP: French film star Depardieu’s son dies of pneumonia
Every one has to make their own choices in life and parenting, but it's clear that kids need a lot of attention and time. I always want to read more when I see stories like this one about Gérard Depardieu's son, who just died of pneumonia. He got in trouble for speeding, drugs and a conviction for drink-driving that landed him in jail earlier this year. He had his right … [Read more...] about AFP: French film star Depardieu’s son dies of pneumonia
Pillow and swing top list of best baby products
Tired fathers of infants listen up - several of the products appearing as American Baby Magazine's top ten baby products list are aimed at helping weary parents take a break.For example, the number one choice - the Boppy Pillow - is shaped to conform to the body and allow parents to rest their arms while feeding their infant, CBS News reports. The pillow can also be used to … [Read more...] about Pillow and swing top list of best baby products
Parenting skills go mobile with text messaging
Parents and children are increasingly turning to text messaging as a way to keep in touch with each other throughout the day, the results of a new survey reveal.Moms and dads are just as happy to use texting to keep up with their family's goings-on as the younger generation, a poll commissioned by AT&T indicates.More than three-quarters of parents said that text messaging … [Read more...] about Parenting skills go mobile with text messaging