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Operation KidSafe Announces Fingerprint Station Location in Langley, BC
One of the Operation KidSafe digital fingerprinting units will be available at no charge to area families, starting in August 21, 2013 in the Vancouver metro area. This system produces a lifetime safety record for a child and only the parent gets a record of the visit. Safety tips and education are also provided so parents can help arm their children with knowledge. - August 03, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Northern Virginia Parents of Two Launch CareLuLu.com, an Easy and Free Online Child Care Search Tool
After struggling to find a daycare, a local entrepreneurial couple creates website to simplify search for other parents. Patrick Matos and Evgeniya (Jen) Usmanova, parent of two girls ages 4 and 2, together with co-founder Gabriel Chagas Marques are on a mission to help families find safe, affordable and high-quality child care and early childhood education. - August 03, 2013 - CareLuLu
YES Youth Education Support
NAMI Lansing is sponsoring a dialogue with Joanne Riebschleger, PhD, MSU School of Social Work, to discuss YES- Youth Education and Support on August 15, 2013 7:00 p.m. at the McLaren Educational Center on the Greenlawn Campus, corner of Greenlawn and Washington. YES is part of a greater initiative... - August 01, 2013 - NAMI Lansing Inc
Award Winning Author Launches Together With Alzheimer's Ezine
Author Catherine Gentile has launched Together With Alzheimer's Ezine in hopes her family's experiences with Alzheimer's will help others. - July 30, 2013 - Together With Alzheimer's Ezine
New Website Dedicated to Helping Mother’s Choose the Best Baby Products
A new website has just been launched featuring a hand-picked selection of the World's Best Baby Products and must-haves for mothers with new babies. There are reviews, ratings and sale alerts of these top products along with information on the best places to purchase them. The website was created... - July 30, 2013 - World's Best Baby Products
US Army Europe Band's Grey Cafe to Perform at Mom2Mom KMC World Breastfeeding Week Open House
USAREUR Band Combo brings the party with them as they join other military and private oganizations in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week - July 27, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
DogsBite.org Releases "Beyond the Interview" Essay: Father of Child Killed by Babysitter's Pit Bulls Speaks Out After Attack
Jeff Borchardt, the father of a young boy mauled to death by two pit bulls, and the owner of the dogs, Susan Iwicki, speak out to warn others about the myth, "It's all how they're raised," to prevent future pit bull maulings and fatalities. - July 26, 2013 - DogsBite.org Incorporated
Mom2Mom KMC Hosts Big Latch On, World Breastfeeding Week Open House
World Breastfeeding Week 2013 highlights the importance of Peer Counseling for breastfeeding mothers. Mom2Mom KMC provides breastfeeding peer support for American military families stationed overseas in the Kaiserslautern Military Community. - July 26, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
"American Dream; American Nightmare" – California Jury Returns a $1.525 Mil Verdict in Toxic Asbestos Exposure Case
Plaintiffs’ law firm Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. helped secure a seven-figure verdict this month on behalf of a Los Angeles man who developed cancer through his exposure to asbestos-containing construction and automotive products. - July 24, 2013 - Weitz & Luxenberg
Saving Now Beats Borrowing Later When It Comes to College Costs
In light of the current student debt crisis, 529 college savings plans are emerging as a cost-reducing alternative. - July 22, 2013 - Savingforcollege.com LLC
GradSave Sponsors $5,000 Children’s College Fund Sweepstakes
Enter to win $5,000 Towards a Child’s 529 College Savings Plan. - July 20, 2013 - GradSave
GradSave is Going Fee-Free to Help Customers Save Money for College
College savings registry GradSave.com eliminates fees so parents can save even more. - July 14, 2013 - GradSave
Honoring a Texas Tradition, Newman Village Hosts Third Annual Newman Family BBQ on Fourth of July
Frisco Neighborhood Celebrates the Tradition of “Dinner on the Grounds” with Newman Family - July 12, 2013 - Darling Homes
The Mud was Bittersweet - Fundraiser for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund Organized by The Martial Arts Arena
A group of local residents consisting of men, women, college & high school students from all walks of life & fitness levels raised $6000 for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund. - July 10, 2013 - The Martial Arts Arena
Let's Go to China!
Let's Go to China! is a book series for early readers. With wonderful art and interesting facts, the series is designed to capture the attention of both readers and listeners of any age. - July 08, 2013 - Tommy Tong
Innovation Direct™ Designated Official Marketing Representative for Patent Pending Peace of Mind Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve a vital purpose in protecting one’s loved ones, the Peace of Mind, has been developed by George Summerville of Elk Grove, California. The invention’s unique design enables its users to effectively and accurately monitor the whereabouts of... - July 07, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed to Represent Jelena's Bumpers Invention to Potential Licensees
Jelena O., Louisiana resident and inventor, recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Jelena's Bumpers concept to potential licensees in industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet important new product targeted at parents and caregivers of babies... - July 06, 2013 - New Product Help, Inc.
Drug-Free South Turning the Tide of Drug Abuse Across Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South is a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World which educates young people on the harmful effects of drugs. - July 05, 2013 - Drug Free South
Mom’s New Book Gives an Innovative Way to Connect with Kids, Offers Life Lessons "from the Road"
Gretchen Breuner pulled her three kids out of school, put them in a used RV and then drove 10,079 miles throughout the United States. Crossing 19 states in three months, and seeing more than 50 historical and national landmarks, Breuner and her children effectively turned the country into their classroom. Breuner offers parents an innovative way to connect with their children and she humorously shares some of life’s greatest lessons she learned while crisscrossing the country. - July 04, 2013 - The RoadScholarz
Taylor Morrison’s Terrain in Castle Rock Celebrates Summer with Summer Splash Weekend Event
Taylor Morrison is marking the opening of its new neighborhood in Castle Rock with a Summer Splash Weekend Event on July 13-14. The Colorado home builder’s new neighborhood at Terrain will celebrate the summer with a visit from the Denver Cupcake Truck, free snow cones and free water toys... - July 03, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Social Shopping Site MyReviewsNow.net Welcomes Maclaren Baby to Its Online Mall
Online shopping leader and consumer review hub MyReviewsNow.net extends a warm welcome to new affiliate partner, Maclaren Baby to the Children's Apparel and Toy Portal in the online shopping mega mall. Maclaren Baby is the manufacturer of acclaimed baby strollers and other high end children's products. - June 29, 2013 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Veteran Video Girl Gamer, Geek Mom, and Industry Journalist, Releases "Why We're Failing As Parents In A Tech-Driven Society," Handbook for Novice Parent
"Why We're Failing As Parents In A Tech Driven Society" will help new parents and parents whose children are reaching social media and digital age, become more involved without losing their "cool." - June 28, 2013 - Modern Geekgirl
Gungroo Announces "Let Teens Be," a Facebook App for Parents
Gungroo, a safe, "fun + learn" destination for kids, has announced the release of "Let Teens Be," a Facebook App for parents. The App provides parents with a dashboard overview of who their teens have added as a friend and what’s publicly visible on their teens’... - June 28, 2013 - Gungroo Software
Dakota Dental Reminds Parents That Childhood Oral Health Starts Early
Apple Valley dental clinic, Dakota Dental believes so strongly in good dental care habits that it offers a free initial exam to children ages three years and younger. - June 27, 2013 - Dakota Dental
The iPotty for iPad is Now Available on Amazon UK, with New White Paper on Its Developmental Use
The toilet training potty with attached iPad® stand is now available for purchase in Europe through Amazon UK. A new white paper about the iPotty explains a developmental approach to its use in combination with visual training tools and apps. - June 27, 2013 - CTA Digital
Back to School: MommyTaxi is the App Especially for Taxi Moms
MommyTaxi® is the first easy-to-use iPhone app especially created for moms who drive their children to school and other activities. - June 26, 2013 - MommyTaxi
MagneBricks.com - Better Magnetic Building Blocks Kickstarter Campaign Just Launched
Each MagneBrick contains 10 of the most powerful rare earth magnets (Neodymium) that could fit inside each of the 10 facets. What makes Magnebricks special is that each brick has interlocking features allowing for building along all 3 Axis in both full and half-brick steps. The interlocking... - June 20, 2013 - MagneBricks
Gary Yeomans Ford Lincoln Sponsors a Teen Safety School for Young Drivers
You're just one step away to teaching your teen the ways of safe driving. Gary Yeomans Ford Lincoln in Daytona Beach sponsors a free driving school for any teenage driver with a valid Florida permit or drivers license. This is not a driving school; it's a driving experience where students can get to drive cars on a closed road course teaching them how to maintain control during certain situations. If you have a teenage driver, sign them up. Classes are announced quarterly, don't miss it. - June 19, 2013 - Gary Yeomans Ford Lincoln
NewProductHelp.com Helps Bring Bathroom Belt Buddy Invention to Life Through Online Presentation
Sharon B. and Alicia P., Alabama residents and co-inventors, recently contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to bring their Bathroom Belt Buddy to life through an exciting online presentation. An innovative new product targeted at parents and caregivers of toddlers,... - June 18, 2013 - New Product Help, Inc.
The Mama Baby Poncho is a New Baby-Wearing Rain Jacket, Created by Together Gear, Who Believe it is Likely to be Added to the List of Parent Must-Haves This Year
The Mama Baby Poncho is a revolutionary item for this strong baby-wearing generation. It is an all-weather jacket designed to keep the parent and child warm and dry together. This poncho is full of thoughtful features and is created by a Portland, Oregon mother who couldn’t find what she needed, so she just had to make it. - June 17, 2013 - Together Gear, LLC
Sittersdirect Ltd is Offering Free Registration for Parents & Care Seekers
Sittersdirect Ltd is one of the best & newly launched online directory offering free registration and access for parents and care seekers. - June 15, 2013 - Sittersdirect Ltd
Baby K’tan, LLC to Introduce Remodeled 3-in-1 K’tanCloth
The new K'tanCloth offers parent-suggested improvements to the 3-in-1 burp cloth, blankie and nursing cover including an absorbent fabric and print that compliments Baby K'tan Baby Carriers. - June 14, 2013 - Baby K'tan, LLC
New Parent Resource Site Features Local Head Lice Expert
Kids in the House offers lice advice from Hair Whisperer, Amy Goldreyer. - June 12, 2013 - Hair Whisperers
Building Peaceful Families Announces 2013 "Top Community Dads Award" Winners
Ten outstanding Bay Area men inducted into The Silicon Valley Fatherhood Hall of Fame. - June 12, 2013 - Building Peaceful Families
USA Swimming Foundation Announces Mighty Kids Media as a Make a Splash Affiliate Coalition Partner
Joining forces to help kids learn how to swim - June 10, 2013 - Mighty Kids Media
Bambi Releases New & Improved Diapers in KSA & GCC Region
Napco improves BAMBI baby diaper comfort, stretch, absorbency, and design, in more compact and appealing packs. - June 09, 2013 - INDEVCO Group
"Spirit of Love" the Mike Glenn Story Will Screen at Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church as Benefit for Lillian Beard Deaf Center
Family Movie night will benefit others while bridging the gap between deaf and hearing, black and white, believer or non believer. It’s a film with a big message delivered with ASL, Open Captions, and the Spoken Word. - June 07, 2013 - Film It Productions
Indie Film Director for "Spirit of Love," the Mike Glenn Story Requests White House Screening in Support of Diversity, Disabilities in Film and Sports for Disabled Teens
Deaf and Hard of Hearing teens deliver a powerful message of Acceptance - June 06, 2013 - Film It Productions
10,000 Babies: My Life in the Delivery Room - New Book Available by Silvio Aladjem MD
Publication of the new book "10,000 Babies: my life in the delivery room" by author Silvio Aladjem MD. - June 05, 2013 - Silvio Aladjem MD
Arrowhead Grill Recognizes Fathers with Free Gift During Father’s Day Brunch
The Father’s Day Brunch at Arrowhead Grill includes dads’ all-time favorite dinner choice, steak. And not just any steak, but Arrowhead Grill’s succulent Kobe New York Strip Steak, 16 ounces, or its 39 ounce, 120-day dry-aged Tomahawk Steak. - June 05, 2013 - Arrowhead Grill
Sky Angel Adds Faith Everywhere to the Roku Platform
Sky Angel announces that the Sky Angel Faith Everywhere℠ package is now available on Roku® streaming players. - June 05, 2013 - Sky Angel
Fixico Launches Consumer 24/7 Computer Support Based on Proven Enterprise IT Technology
Free, easy to use service, keeps computers fast, secure and worry-free, saving consumers time and money. - June 05, 2013 - Fixico
My Big Star Chart Wins a 2013 National Parenting Publications Award Joining an Elite List of Outstanding "Must-Have" Products for Parents
The My Big Star Chart has been named a 2013 National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) Silver winner, recognized for its support to encourage positive behavior, achievement and development in children. - June 03, 2013 - Victoria Chart Company
Cake Decorating For Kids Cupcake Quick Start Challenge a Success
Cake Decorating For Kids has announced that it latest offering, The Cupcake Quick Start Challenge, has been a huge success. Parents and their kids are blown away with how fun and easy it is to start a cake decorating project and to create the three cupcake characters, Freddie The Fish, The Ravenous Rose and Charlie Chipmunk. Parents and kids are finding cake decorating a great way to spend hours of fun doing an activity the entire family can enjoy together. - June 03, 2013 - Cake Decorating For Kids
New Book from the Dragon Press Answers the Question, Are You Speaking the Right Words Over Your Children?
Now parents can help in the positive development of their children with divine encouragement from this new book from The Dragon Press, The World’s Greatest Treasury of Bible Scriptures. - June 02, 2013 - The Dragon Press
The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Cake Decorating Solution: New Cupcake Quick Start Four Day Challenge Reveals How Anyone Can Learn to Decorate Cakes Like a Pro
Get started decorating cakes and cupcakes today. Cake Decorating For Kids has created the Cupcake Quick Start Challenge to help you start decorating cakes by providing a four day quick start program designed to walk you through all the steps required to create three cupcake characters. Join the Cake Decorating For Kids membership site and take the quick start challenge. - June 01, 2013 - Cake Decorating For Kids
Self Storage Provider, Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers, Raises $33,500 for Shriners Hospitals for Children and Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Celebrating 15 years in business and as a part of the Houston community, local self storage provider raises money to donate to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston. - May 31, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
"Paying For College Without Breaking the Bank" Interactive e-Book Available for iPad, Kindle, Nook eReaders, and Mac OS, PCs, and in Paperback
"Paying for College Without Breaking the Bank – The Ultimate Student, Parent and Educator Guide to Over 500 Verified Links to Financial Aid and Scholarship Resources,” is now available from Amazon and Barnes and Noble. - May 29, 2013 - College Path, LLC
Doreen Spicer-Dannelly and Spicerack Productions Inc. Scheduled to Film “Playground Politix” in Efforts to Promote and End Gender Bullying
On June 1st, 2013 the Old San Juan Restaurant in Atwater Village, located at 2830 Fletcher Drive Los Angeles, CA 90039, will serve as a fundraising hub for the upcoming film “Playground Politix”. In efforts to fund a musically driven short film about all-American girls and boys battling... - May 28, 2013 - Spicerack Productions, Inc.
Little Fashions Boutique Looks at Kids Fall 2013 Clothing Trends Which Mix Lux Looks with Playful Colors and Prints
Covering key children's clothing trends for Fall 2013 witnessed on the runway shows of Europe & US. - May 24, 2013 - Little Fashions Boutique