March 2010

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Should I Bank the Cord Blood?

I’m a first-time single mom, and my OB/GYN is recommending that I bank my baby’s cord blood. What are the pros and cons?

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DAILY FIND: MomsRising.org

DAILY FIND: MomsRising.org

For the politically minded, join forces with moms everywhere and own your power.

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Maternal Deaths Double in Last 20 Years

Maternal Deaths Double in Last 20 Years

Women in the U.S. are dying in childbirth at twice the rate they did 2 decades ago. What’s going on here?

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DAILY FIND: Eco Kids

DAILY FIND: Eco Kids

Check out Canada’s go-to environmental destination for kids — games, activities, homework help and much more!

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DAILY FIND: Teach Your Kids About Money

DAILY FIND: Teach Your Kids About Money

Great stuff from Charles Schwab about money, saving, budgeting, investing and kids!

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Pinkeye Panic

Pinkeye Panic

There’s been a surge of pinkeye in my small world this week. How do you attack this annoying scourge?

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DAILY FIND: The Health Care Bill Is Now Law

DAILY FIND: The Health Care Bill Is Now Law

What does it mean and how will it affect YOU?

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Is Recess On Its Way Out?

Is Recess On Its Way Out?

There’s a new trend developing out there that you may want to pay attention to!

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DAILY FIND: Fruit Juice Loaded With Nutrition

DAILY FIND: Fruit Juice Loaded With Nutrition

Say goodbye to those empty calories, and hello to this new product that keeps the good stuff IN.

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MAMAS ALERT: Infantino Recalls Baby Slings

MAMAS ALERT: Infantino Recalls Baby Slings

Infantino is recalling more than 1 million baby slings after three infant deaths were reported. Do you own one of these?

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