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Sweetheart Diapers & More, Canada's Newest Cloth Diaper Store
A unique eco-friendly baby store called Sweetheart Diapers & More just opened in Windsor, Ontario. Located in Pillette Village, at 4782 Wyandotte St. E, Sweetheart Diapers & More specializes in cloth diapers, baby slings and wraps, and other alternative and environmentally friendly baby... - December 04, 2010 - Sweetheart Diapers & More
“Best Pee-Wee Golf Swing in America” Video Contest Starts December 1st
Little Linksters Founder & PGA Professional Brendon Elliott is looking for the best Pee-Wee golf swings in America. Along with his panel of celebrity judges which include Annika Sorenstam, Hank Haney & Kelly Sheehan, Elliott will be selecting the best golf swing in three age groups; 3-4, 5-6 & 7-8. Contest entries will be taken throughout December. - December 03, 2010 - Little Linksters, LLC
Soundformulas.com to Keep Discounts in Place
Sound Formulas, makers of the unique, comprehensive three-bottle Before and After Baby Boost™ Prenatal Vitamin Systems will keep free shipping within the continental US and a 10% discount on orders over $50.00 in place into 2011. Sound Formulas got such a great response to its free shipping... - December 02, 2010 - Sound Medicine, LLC.
Eco-Educational App Offers On-the-Go Fun While Teaching Respect, Empathy, and a Love for Nature and Animals. Let’s Go Chipper!(TM) Into the Great Outdoors
Let's Go Chipper is a new nature-inspired app offering movies, books, games, and music that help excite and ready young children for experiences in nature. Award-winning and educational, providing a thoughtful message for young children and guilt-free content for parents looking to entertain their children while on-the-go. Available for iPhone, iPad, iTouch in the iTunes store. - December 01, 2010 - Let's Go Chipper
Hair Whisperers™ Rids Over 1000 Heads of Lice with the LouseBuster™ Device
The Hair Whisperers, a Southern California head lice removal service, today announced that it has successfully treated head lice on over 1000 customers using the LouseBuster™ device. This revolutionary FDA-cleared device provides a chemical-free way to kill head lice and eggs using only... - December 01, 2010 - Hair Whisperers
Organic Gluten-Free Snack Wins 2010 “GreatGearTM” Awards
For a third year in a row, Jungle Grub Snack bars have won awards for great taste and nutrition from ShapeYou.com’s Gear Awards. This year all three flavors, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Groove and Berry Bamboozle won the honor of a “Great Gear” Award. “This... - December 01, 2010 - Organic Nutrition, Inc.
The Pesky Peanut, a Compelling True Story by Seattle Author, Katie Corl, Educates and Entertains Readers About the Challenges of Coping with Food Allergies
Many people do not realize that food allergy statistics in the United States are both staggering and on the rise. According to the CDC, food allergies affect over 10 million Americans, and almost 4% of America's children. The AAAI (American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology) states that the peanut allergy, in particular, is the most common cause of food-related death. - December 01, 2010 - The Pesky Peanut
Online Degree Program Launches at Jackson State University
Education Online Services Corporation expands online offerings for Jackson State University with Bachelors of Science in Childcare and Family Education Degree Completion Program - November 24, 2010 - Education Online Services Corp
MyDigitalFamily Expert: Holiday Technology Gifts Can be Good for Families
Why does this expert in technology’s impact on family life speak positively about how technology can benefit families and children? - November 24, 2010 - MyDigitalFamily
More Learning Adventures Featuring Buster and Friends from the Little Small Press and Big Hearted Author Robert Stanek
The Bugville Learning Adventures started with Buster Bee’s Adventures with Letters and Words, a 28-page picture book first published in 2007. Robert Stanek followed up that book with several other “Learning Adventures.” Now Reagent Press launches an official Bugville Publishing imprint and a line of “Learning Adventures” books. - November 23, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Uptick in Divorce Filings and Child Abuse Reports Hasten Early Release of Shared-Parenting Programs
An uptick in divorce rates and an increase in child abuse reports being sited in newspapers across the country during 2010, has led a cultivator of innovative children and family support services with an entertaining twist to launch its Shared-Parenting and Stepfamily Connection Groups & live chat programs five months early. - November 21, 2010 - StepfamilySystems.com
NewProductHelp.com to Take the Reins of Marketing Efforts for Daddy Come Back Invention
Herminio T., a California-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Daddy Come Back concept to industry. A relatively simple yet potentially life-saving device aimed at protecting children, Daddy Come Back boasts a unique design... - November 18, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
CFES School-College Partnerships Succeed in Rural Areas
A University of Michigan report found positive outcomes for rural students engaged in the school-college partnerships created by College For Every Student (CFES), a non-profit organization that prepares underrepresented students for academic success in college. - November 16, 2010 - College For Every Student
Natural Playgrounds Company Helps World's Children Get Nature
Natural Playgrounds Company Attends World Forum The Natural Playgrounds Company was recently selected from among hundreds of applicants throughout the world to attend the World Forum Foundation’s “Nature Action Collaborative for Children.” Natural Playground designers,... - November 15, 2010 - Natural Playgrounds Company
Gold Parent Coaching to be Featured on Gaggle of Chicks Group Buying Service on November 16th, 2010
The Parental Support and Nanny Matching Company to Offer Discounted Services to Parents in the New York Tri-State Area While Launching its New Social Networking Strategy. - November 15, 2010 - Gold Parent Coaching
James Gerdeman Authors New Book Slated to Hook All with "Jimmy Goes Fishing" and It is in Time for the Holidays
James Gerdeman wants everyone to experience a fun filled youth when young boys go fishing. Fishing is fun for everyone and when little boys set out to catch the Monster of Big Bend it becomes hilarious. They get creative when they need to earn money to buy new fishing poles. Gerdeman knows everyone will enjoy reading the antics and stories of family and friends. Gerdeman's own brother Al says "Read Jimmy Goes Fishing." - November 11, 2010 - JDGerdeman
Pre-School Radio Features Thumbuddy Kid’s Music
Kid’s learn “They are Thumbuddy!” on Pre-School Radio. - November 10, 2010 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
OurMilkMoney.com Announces Its Plans to Eliminate All Membership Fees
A four year old parent-only business directory that once relied on annual membership dues for funding is restructuring its business model in order to better benefit its mission to help families across the country. - November 10, 2010 - Our Milk Money
Babyproofing the Digital World: Wee Web Advises Parents on How to Protect Their Children Online
Even in utero, protecting a child's digital footprint involves more than parents realize. - November 10, 2010 - Wee Web
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent Baby Shower Invention to Potential Licensees
Sally T., an Ohio resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Baby Shower concept to industry. An eye-catching and effective new product sure to appeal to parents and caregivers everywhere, the Baby Shower boasts a unique... - November 09, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Proceeds from Sally Bacchetta's Best-Selling Adoption E-Book to Benefit Adoptive Parents Group
Special offer on best-selling adoption e-book coincides with national programs to raise awareness about adoption. - November 06, 2010 - Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer/Author
Join Author Robert Stanek and His Fifteen Year Dream of Bugville as He Takes Readers to Camp with Buster and Friends in His 20th Bugville Critters Picture Book
Robert Stanek’s 20th Bugville tale is coming to print for the first time officially on November 4, 2010. Join Robert as he tells about his own stays at Camp Timber-Lee. Robert Stanek quietly worked on the Bugville Critters for 15 years, satisfied with only the gleeful cheers, laughs and giggles of his children who delighted to hear his tales of Bugville and a little bug called Buster. As his children got older, they urged him to get the books published so other children could enjoy them. - November 04, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Youth on Bullying: Major Study Examines What Students Say Works Effectively and What Does Not
For the first time, a major research effort explores bullying prevention efforts through the experience of students themselves. This study, believed to be the first of its kind, asks youth directly about their experiences with bullying and, more importantly, what they believe effectively prevents it. The researchers will present their findings at the 7th Annual Conference of the International Bullying Prevention Association in Seattle November 15-17. - November 04, 2010 - International Bullying Prevention Association
Workshop/Training: Caring for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma
John Stump, LMFT, Ian Newlin, LMFT and Amanda Peterman, LMFT will be conducting a free training on Caring for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma. - November 03, 2010 - Child and Adolescent Trauma Services, LLP
International Association for Life Quality Reshapes Industry to Create New Opportunities for Fulfilling Lives for Persons with Learning and Developmental Disabilities
IALQ Offers Special Needs Life Quality Plans, Special Needs Life Quality Coaching™ Classes, Research and Membership Opportunities to Shift the Focus to Life Quality throughout the Lifespan - November 02, 2010 - International Association for Life Quality
The Documentary Race to Nowhere, the Dark Side of America's Achievement Culture, to Air at Adams International School on December 2nd & 9th 2010 at 7:00 pm
Adams International School to screen the acclaimed educational documentary Race To Nowhere. The film shows the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children’s lives, creating unhealthy, disengaged, unprepared and stressed-out youth. - November 01, 2010 - Adams International School
Discover the Small Press with the Big Heart and a Free Children’s Picture Book Program for Schools That Need Your Help and Participation
Reagent Press, www.reagentpress.com, has donated books to schools every year since operations began. In 2007, when Reagent Press started publishing children’s picture books, they launched an official “Books For Schools” program, featuring Robert Stanek’s Bugville Critters. Last year, Reagent Press and Robert Stanek donated about $25000 in books to schools across the U.S. including schools in the Bronx N.Y., Puerto Rico, Guam, and an entire 2nd grade that had never before had books of their own. - November 01, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Join Author Robert Stanek as He Talks About the Inspiration Behind Visit the Library, His 18th Bugville Critters Book
Robert Stanek’s 18th Bugville tale was published for the first time officially on October 28, 2010. Robert Stanek quietly worked on the Bugville Critters for 15 years, satisfied with only the gleeful cheers, laughs and giggles of his children who delighted to hear his tales of Bugville and a little bug called Buster. As his children got older, they urged him to get the books published so other children could enjoy them as much as they did, and that’s what he set out to do in 2004. - October 31, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Adelphi University Institute for Parenting to Hold Parent Support Groups
Adelphi University Institute for Parenting’s two Parent Support Groups, “Hey Babies!” and “Hey Toddlers!,” are being offered again. The groups focus on developmental milestones that may be challenging for first-time parents. Participants will learn songs and games to enhance childhood development in a supportive, fun, and friendly environment. - October 31, 2010 - Adelphi University
ThumbPeople Founder Kicks Off Fundraiser at Community Of Hope
ThumbPeople Launches Fundraiser While Equipping Parents. - October 31, 2010 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
"HealthWise" is Producing a Program to Assist Families on Down Syndrome
“HealthWise” Draws Attention to those Serving Individuals with Down Syndrome and their Families. - October 29, 2010 - Healthwise
“Law School Mom" Gives Advice to Parents Earning a J.D.
Wife. Mom. Daughter. Sister. Aunt. Friend. Law Student? Yes, a girl can have it all. Even if she wants to be a lawyer when she grows up. Law School Mom is a short and sweet documentary of mom, Hope Wood, her husband Geoff, and son Graham (now 16 months) in her quest to survive the first year of law school. Having survived 1L year, she wanted to tell others about it. Law School Mom is a mix of anecdotal experiences of law school and snippets of how to make it work as a mom and law student. - October 29, 2010 - Law School Mom: The Book
Cultural Care Au Pair Hires Pattie Gowing of Vancouver, WA as Local Childcare Coordinator
Local childhood expert Pattie Gowing teams with Culture Care Au Pair, the leading provider of intercultural childcare and educational exchange since 1989. This partnership will provide Clark County with a local coordinator that will bring the world to our children through affordable, flexible childcare from trained au pairs from around the world. - October 29, 2010 - Portland Preschool Directory
MyBookCart.com Brings Fundraising Into 21st Century
Fundraisers have traditionally focused on baking cookies, selling wrapping paper, and going door to door to sell various items. With today's childhood obesity epidemic and time strapped parents, fundraising tends to be more of a hassle than anything. MyBookCart.com has reinvented school fundraising where no one needs to spend money. Everyone makes money instead. - October 28, 2010 - MyBookCart.com
Trick-or-Treating and Halloween Safety Advice from the Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
Keep trick-or-treating and Halloween fun and safe, follow these tips from the Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island in cooperation with the American Academy of Pediatrics. - October 28, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
Kinderstart “KinderGuides” Knowledge Experts
Kinderstart.com, the mini-search engine and in-depth parenting directory, introduces “KinderGuides.” - October 27, 2010 - Kinderstart.com
AIEF Collaborates with NSPA in Support of Students
American Indian Education Foundation (AIEF) helps National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) ensure student access and success. - October 26, 2010 - National Relief Charities
Nannies4Hire.com Releases New Book "The Nanny Factor"
In her new book, available October 1, 2010, The Nanny Factor: A Parent's Guide to Finding the Right Nanny for Your Family, Candi provides the same know-how to parents and grandparents that she gives to the Dr. Phil show and one of the most famous Moms, Kate Gosselin, TLC's star of Kate Plus 8. - October 22, 2010 - Nannies4hire.com
New App Helps Children with Autism via the iPhone
The new Skill Tracker Pro application, designed to increase efficiency in the instruction of children with autism, was approved today by Apple®. Designed by parents of a child with autism, Skill Tracker Pro (STP) helps automate applied behavioral analysis instruction. The new STP app frees a... - October 21, 2010 - Data Makes the Difference, LLC
Nannies4hire.com Launches New Childcare Program: Event Childcare on Demand
Nannies4hire.com and Care4hire.com are launching a new childcare alternative on a national scope with their Event Childcare on Demand program. By pre-registering for the service, businesses, non-profits, event and meeting planners, wedding planners and community organizations can have a roster of... - October 21, 2010 - Nannies4hire.com
Manner Mats Win Prestigious Dr. Toy Award - Educational Placemats Teaching Manners, Etiquette to Children Awarded Dr. Toy's Best Picks Children’s Products 2010
A new mealtime tool called Manner Mats are making it easy for parents to incorporate fun etiquette and manners learning opportunities into everyday life while also giving them an easy way to prepare their children for holiday parties and family get-togethers. Manner Mats were announced today as the winner of the “Dr. Toy’s Best Picks Children's Products” Awards Program 2010. - October 18, 2010 - Successful Kids, Inc.
Razztek Marketing Releases Free Smart Parenting Guide to Help You Raise Successful Children
Rob RodenParker, owner of Razztek Marketing, is pleased to release his new guide to successful parenting, called Smart Parenting. "Being a parent myself, I wanted to share some of the strategies that have worked for me over the years," said RodenParker. Smart Parenting has strategies that... - October 14, 2010 - Razztek Marketing
Babyglow Appoints Distributors in the UK and Spain
Babyglow, the new baby safety brand currently in the process of launching a unique temperature indicating baby clothes range, has finalized agreements with UK and Spanish distribution partners through its appointed licensing agent Conceptable. - October 13, 2010 - Babyglow Marketing UK Limited
Youth Behavior Treatment Day Program (Ages 7 to 12) Recco S. Richardson Consulting Intervention and Prevention
The Youth Behavior Treatment Day Program is a 30-day intensive prevention/intervention program. The intent is to help younger youth (females and males ages 7-12) overcome various barriers. - October 12, 2010 - Recco S. Richardson Consulting, Inc.
Playgameshavefun.com’s Opens a North American Store
Playgameshavefun has opened a new store for North American customers. The store supports the activities which are displayed on the site, and currently features Halloween costumes, decorations, music, and books. - October 11, 2010 - Playgameshavefun.com
Yummy Spoonfuls™ Pursues Expansion Plans at Natural Products Expo East
After its introduction into the nation’s largest natural products retail market - the Northeast - Georgia’s own Yummy Spoonfuls™ Organic Baby Food will appear at the 2010 Natural Products Expo East (NPEE) in Boston, October 14 – 16, 2010. The event follows Yummy... - October 10, 2010 - Yummy Spoonfuls™ Organic Baby Food
Wee Web Launches Smart Albums - Tools to Track Kids’ Development
Scrapbooking solutions for the digital age. - October 09, 2010 - Wee Web
Wee Web’s New Leadership Team Reimagines the Family Experience for the Digital Age
In the digital village, it takes Wee Web to raise a child - October 09, 2010 - Wee Web
ThumbPeople Founder Relays Critical Message on I Need You Dad Radio
ThumbPeople founder presents, “Parents, Are You Killing Your Child with Words?” - October 09, 2010 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Trick or Treat! and Smile - Valley Pediatric Dentistry to Promote Dental Health and Treat Our Troops
For the third year, Dr. Benjamin Dancygier of Valley Pediatric Dentistry in Jefferson Valley, NY, is participating in a nationwide campaign to promote dental health while giving something back to help the troops. He will buy back the Halloween candy that area trick-or-treaters collect and donate it to ‘Operation Support Our Troops’ for distribution to service men and women deployed overseas. - October 08, 2010 - Valley Pediatric Dentistry