October 2011

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News U Can Use: Are We Missing Something?

News U Can Use: Are We Missing Something?

Nearly 1/4 of our children show signs of mood disorders, yet they aren’t getting the help they need. The results may be tragic.

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

May you and yours have a ghoulishy delicious time!

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DAILY FIND: Alternative Halloween Treats

DAILY FIND: Alternative Halloween Treats

It’s not all about the candy anymore …

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My Son Is Turning Into A Liar!

This is new and I really don’t know how to handle it. Please help!

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DAILY FIND: Shocking Child Death Rates

DAILY FIND: Shocking Child Death Rates

New figures show America has the worst child abuse record in the industrialized world. Why?

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Say WHAT???

Say WHAT???

Let me clue you in to a frightening little fact about a common family behavior. It might just scare you straight!

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DAILY FIND: Veggie Diet Fine for Kids

DAILY FIND: Veggie Diet Fine for Kids

Parents still worry that their vegetarian children will lack protein and vitamins. Not necessarily.

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S-P-E-L-L It Out

Last week we heard from one of our Mamas regulars about an important article posted on the website, hearingfamilies.com. Ellen and I took a look and agreed: it includes valuable lessons and reminders for families of all kinds, not just those with hearing challenges and obvious communication difficulties. Enjoy!      S-P-E-L-L it out for [...]

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DAILY FIND: Surprising Reasons Behind Kid’s Sugar Cravings

DAILY FIND: Surprising Reasons Behind Kid’s Sugar Cravings

Is that sweet tooth hard-wired from birth? And why? Find out how sugar may actually help children!

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Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Safety Tips

Find out how to make it all about the treats and none of the tricks!

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