Baby MedBasicsis a cute little book to stick at the bottom of the diaper bag, "just in case." It covers typical child accidents and illnesses including burns, falls, poisons and fevers. As the book cover proclaims, it's "emergency action steps at your finger tips." It's 62 pages and covers all the major issues pretty well with actual things to do when you discover the baby is … [Read more...] about Review: Baby MedBasics
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California makes carbon monoxide detectors mandatory starting July 1, 2011
I did not know this, but tomorrow, a new California state law goes into effect, which requires all existing single family homes to install carbon monoxide alarms. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless poison that can only be detected with proper equipment. The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) recommends that homeowners install an alarm in each bedroom. Under the … [Read more...] about California makes carbon monoxide detectors mandatory starting July 1, 2011
Facebook advice
I was with my sister-in-law over the weekend. She works in a large high school as an assistant principal. She always has anecdotes to tell about the stresses of modern teens and the trouble they get into. Since my kids are only seven and eleven, most of these are just cautionary tales, but more and more, the advice is hitting closer to home. This weekend, we talked about … [Read more...] about Facebook advice
Dispose-it-Guard saves fingers from disposal
Dispose-It-Guard Disposal Guard is the best thing ever and it's one of those items you can't believe no one has invented before. Simple, simple tool, blocks disposal drain for everyday use, and when you want to throw stuff down the disposal, you lift it out or move it to the side. You can use the long part to push food into the disposal, rather than getting your fingers into … [Read more...] about Dispose-it-Guard saves fingers from disposal
Summer tips for dads of stuttering kids
I've had several friends and relatives who stuttered and know how painful it can be. If you're a dad of stutterer, find help for your child and learn to be as patient as you can. During vacation and throughout the year, there are things parents can do to help a child who stutters. The Stuttering Foundation,www.StutteringHelp.org, offers these tips: 1. Speak with your child in … [Read more...] about Summer tips for dads of stuttering kids