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National Center for Parents as Teachers Partners in Unprecedented Public-Private Partnership to Address Rising U.S. Infant Mortality Rate
First-ever free mobile health service Text4baby provides health tips to pregnant women, new moms. - March 19, 2010 - National Center for Parents as Teachers
Anti-Slip Solutions Announces InvisaTread Anti-Slip Solution - New Best in Class Home Safety Product
Avoid Dangerous Slips with InvisaTread The statistics are staggering: * Falling is the leading cause of home injury deaths claiming more than 6,000 lives a year http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31892607/ns/health-kids_and_parenting/#storyContinued * New analysis shows that children age 4 and younger... - March 18, 2010 - Anti-Slip Solutions, LLC
Unique Company Offers Green Products That Help the Global Community and Families
An innovative company, NouvelleVie Enterprises LLC, is taking a bold step to create a sustainable and compassionate world by combining fair-trade, hand-made, eco-friendly and organic products with charitable opportunities. NouvelleVie—which means “new life” in... - March 16, 2010 - NouvelleVie Enterprises LLC
Legacy Press Book Ranks in Top 5% of Sales at Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc.(www.Amazon.com), recognized as the world largest online retailer, has ranked Legacy Press’ (www.LegacyPressKids.com) book, God and Me!, Ages 6-9 in the top 5% of their sales rankings for all books. - March 16, 2010 - Rainbow Publishers
Still Motion Media and MobiStories Win Gold Medal from Mom’s Choice Awards
MobiStories, digital books and ebooks for kids entered three books as a representative sample of their library collection and won the first place award for “Best in Family Friendly Products.” - March 15, 2010 - Still Motion Media
Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students
Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves. - March 13, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
“Building Thinking Skills® Beginning” Wins iParenting Media Award
The Critical Thinking Co.™ continues its award-winning tradition with another 2010 iParenting Media Award. - March 13, 2010 - The Critical Thinking Co.
TempleTouch™ Mini Thermometer Wins “Parent Tested, Parent Approved” Seal of Approval
Revolutionary thermometer wins PTPA award and continues to set the new standard in fever measurement. - March 12, 2010 - Temple Touch
OurMilkMoney.com Gives Away Products and Services Donated by Self-Employed Parents on National Podcast
Over seventy gifts were donated by members of OurMilkMoney.com for the premier of Toginet’s This Little Parent Stayed Home, an internet radio show helping parents to leave their jobs to come home and raise their children. - March 12, 2010 - Our Milk Money
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Toddler Mattress Invention
Silas O., a New York resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida-based invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Toddler Mattress concept to manufacturers and marketers worldwide over the next 2 years. A simple yet innovative new product sure to appeal to parents and... - March 12, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Combi® USA Adds Adventure to Unique Walker Line
The Adventure Walker follows Combi’s popular Activity Walker with the same safety features and increased entertainment features. - March 11, 2010 - Combi USA
AuPairCare 2nd Annual Share a Bear in the Memphis Area
Au pairs from the Memphis area got together to create bears at the Build a Bear workshop to donate to LeBonheur Children's Hospital. - March 11, 2010 - AuPairCare in the Memphis area
StaciJansma.com Celebrates “Companies That Care Month” by Donating to March of Dimes in March
At a time when corporations are taking over the business battle front, small businesses that still prize their community should be applauded. That is why a local business owner takes pride as they plan to celebrate “Companies That Care Month” in March; they are urging other business to do the same. - March 10, 2010 - StaciJansma.com
goAUPAIR Announces "Au Pair Preview"
goAUPAIR is excited to announce its new Au Pair Preview. The Au Pair Preview allows families to search, review and compare hundreds of well-qualified and prescreened available Au Pairs without having to fill out any application. Unlike any other Au Pair search tool in the industry, the Au Pair... - March 07, 2010 - goAUPAIR, Mid-West
Divine Designs Helps to Take the Worry Out of Packing for the Hospital Delivery Room
Little Angels Divine Designs announced the launch of their newest website www.thelaborbag.com. By offering moms-to-be a pre-packaged solution for the hospital bag needed when they head to the delivery room, TheLaborBag.com helps to reduce the worry and stress associated with trying to find all... - March 06, 2010 - Little Angels Divine Designs
The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges Celebrates Its 10th Year Anniversary Gala on March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee's Gulfstream Park in Miami, FL
The 10th Year Anniversary Gala, to be held on March 25, 2010, will benefit The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that works to provide education and services to individuals and families with Autism and similar disorders in a secure and stimulating learning environment. - March 04, 2010 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges
New Online Directory for NJ Parents
TheKidPost.com is an online resource for New Jersey parents to find birthday party places, child care, museums, zoos, activities, and kid-friendly events. TheKidPost.com site will have a calendar of events, articles, and reviews for local businesses. - March 04, 2010 - The Kid Post
Paraben Corporation Releases Chat Stick
Paraben’s Chat Stick stops potential online predators In a world where online predators are looking for children to prey upon, where spouses start intimate relationships online behind their partner’s back, and where employees steal time and money, it’s hard to know how to protect... - March 02, 2010 - Paraben Corporation
Paraben's Porn Detection Stick; Illicit Image Identification
Paraben’s Porn Detection Stick identifies illicit content for Parents & Employers Paraben Corporation, a digital forensic technology provider, announced today that it has released the new Porn Detection Stick. The Porn Detection Stick is a thumb drive size device that will scan... - March 02, 2010 - Paraben Corporation
Little Keeper Sleeper New Product Styles Have Arrived
Miraquad Corp., home of the Little Keeper Sleeper is happy to announce they recently expanded their line of zippered back “sanity saving” toddler sleepers. - February 28, 2010 - Miraquad Corp. Little Keeper Sleeper
Chic Diapers Announces Grand Opening Sale
After a soft launch last December, Chic Diapers, a Utah-based soft cloth diaper company, is celebrating the Grand Opening of their online store. As part of that Grand Opening, the company is holding a special 15% off sale. “The Grand Opening is a chance for us to showcase what we have to... - February 25, 2010 - Chic Diapers.com
NANNYGUARDS(SM) Announces Nanny Security Training
NANNYGUARDS(SM) a premiere nanny security training organization announces its new training program Child Protection Specialist (CPS) program. Designed for all nannies, but specifically geared to those that work with families that travel extensively, are influential corporate heads, celebrities and athletes, NANNYGUARDS trains nannies in operational security revolving around children. - February 25, 2010 - NANNYGUARDS(SM)
kajeet Publishes Free Guidelines for Teen and Tween Cell Phone Use
kajeet advocates use of cell phone contracts to set usage limits before giving kids mobile devices. - February 24, 2010 - kajeet Inc.
In the Economic Downturn, AuPairCare Live-in Childcare Does Its Part to Provide Families with Affordable Childcare
AuPairCare provides families with affordable, personalized care. Families come to depend on their au pairs greatly for the balance they bring to their family, and some families even nominate their au pairs for the "Ultimate Au Pair" contest. - February 23, 2010 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Announces New Series on Autism Spectrum Disorders
Insight HD's new series, focused on Autism Spectrum Disorders, will highlight the organizations and effective treatments helping to positively impact the lives of families whose children struggle with autism. - February 19, 2010 - Insight HD
ADD Coach Kristi McClanahan to Discuss Hunter vs. Farmer ADHD Theory on Attention Talk Radio Hosted by Jeff Copper, Attention Coach, Presented by DIG Coaching Practice
Host and attention coach Jeff Copper interviews ADD coach Kristi McClanahan. Hear Kristi share her entertaining personal experience as she came to realize she has ADD and embraced it, and gain insight on ADHD in the context of Thom Hartmann Hunter vs. Farmer ADHD theory. This show promises to be fun, lighthearted, and very insightful. - February 18, 2010 - DIG Coaching Practice LLC
MyPrincessPartytoGo.com Now Offers a New Line of Cost and Time Saving Princess Birthday Party Supplies to Help Busy Moms Called "Sheer Fun" Party in a Bag
The new product line from MyPrincessPartytoGo.com is called Sheer Fun Party in a Bag. It's a Party. It's a Favor. It's a Cost and Time Saver. Shimmering Organza Bags come complete with princess theme dress up and craft inside. The dress up and craft are used throughout the party and later put back in the bag to take home as party keepsake favors. - February 17, 2010 - Princess Enchanted Parties, LLC
goAUPAIR Representative in Dallas/Fort Worth Available to Help Families Find Affordable Childcare
goAUPAIR is pleased to confirm Denise Petty as the Local Area Representative for the Dallas/Fort Worth area. As a Local Area Representative, Petty helps educate families about the Au Pair program and provides year-round support to those who host an Au Pair from goAUPAIR. Petty personally meets... - February 16, 2010 - goAUPAIR Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
Award-Winning Writer Publishes Groundbreaking Book on Adoption
New book offers unique insight into adoption from the adoptive parent’s perspective. - February 13, 2010 - Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer/Author
G. Emerson Dickman, Esq. to Speak at Special Parents of Teaneck (SPOT) Monthly Meeting About Learning Disabilities and Delinquent Behavior
Who: Special Parents of Teaneck (SPOT) and G. Emerson Dickman, Esq., an attorney who specializes in the representation of children with disabilities and currently the president of the International Dyslexia Association. What: Workshop Focusing on the Link Between Learning Disabilities And... - February 11, 2010 - SPOT NJ
Kidz Comfort Has New Parent Support Blog: Kidz Comfort’s Blog Supports Parents with Useful Parenting Guides, Parent Support and Articles
Kidz Comfort has changed their blog to focus more on the topics that all parents are wanting to learn more about. This blog is now geared towards helping other parents with their parenting concerns. It features many articles on topics such as “Guidelines for Safe Computer Use at Home”,... - February 10, 2010 - Kidz Comfort
Free Empowered Parenting Workshops Offered for Parents of Young Children
Parents of young children want to raise children who feel good about themselves and care for others, yet they often feel overwhelmed and confused about how to be a confident parent. Dr. Kathleen Cuneo will be offering workshops to empower parents to be the best parents they can be. - February 05, 2010 - Kathleen Cuneo, Ph.D.
Largest U.S. Surrogacy Agency to Host Private Consultations in London
Growing Generations, the largest U.S.-based surrogacy agency, will be in London, England in March to perform consultations with prospective clients. The private surrogacy consultations for interested future parents will be conducted by Growing Generations’ CEO, Stuart Miller, from March 8-12, 2010. - January 31, 2010 - Growing Generations, LLC
Study Shows Public Funding Contributes to Family Success
A new study released by the Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) examines the vital importance of child care subsidies for families and their communities. The report, funded by the California Department of Education, illustrates that publicly funded programs allow lower income parents to work and... - January 29, 2010 - child care resource center
New Internet Radio Program: Holistic Children Radio Can be "Your Family Survival Guide"
Cathi Curen, author and educator will host Holistic Children Radio, providing alternative guidance for family challenges. - January 28, 2010 - Holistic Children Radio
MyDigitalFamily Releases New Book by Child Psychiatrist Urging Texting Ban While Parenting
Who even heard of texting five years ago? Now we have federal and innumerable state bans on texting (and cell phone use) while driving, providing yet another example of how we are a step behind in reacting to the explosive changes wrought by technology in our lives. But the impact of technology on our kids and families has been just as explosive and can be even more destructive than traffic accidents. So how about a texting ban while parenting? A doctor tells why and shows how. - January 27, 2010 - MyDigitalFamily
New Book Offers Pregnant Women Relief from Aches and Pain
The new book titled “Be a Fit Mama: The Essential Pregnancy Stretch Manual,” by fitness consultant Kenya Moses, provides women with stretches that will help alleviate the aches and pain associated with pregnancy. - January 27, 2010 - Be A Fit Mama, Inc.
Temple Touch Mini Thermometer Wins Family Review Center Award
Revolutionary thermometer wins editor’s choice award in health and beauty category - January 27, 2010 - Temple Touch
babymomstreet.com Connects the Dots for Indian Moms
Pregnancy and Parenting Portal for Indian mothers, babyMomStreet.com, continues to deliver value to moms and dads. - January 26, 2010 - babyMomStreet.com
Summit Series for Families Offers New Twist on the Traditional Book Club
Organizers of Summit Series for Families 2009 announce plans to expand program in 2010. - January 25, 2010 - Summit Series For Families
Lifft™ Baby Slings Become New Addition to Little Possums’ Family
Lifft™ Baby Slings are proud to announce they have recently joined Little Possums, the UK’s baby sling retail specialist. - January 24, 2010 - Lifft Slings
Mangrove Seed, Inc. Announces New Guidebook for Self Discovery and Authentic Expression
A new guidebook for individuals and groups seeking new ways to discover their True S(s)elf and authentic personal expression in daily living. - January 22, 2010 - Mangrove Seed, Inc.
Gift Card Girlfriend: 5 Lessons Kids Learn from Gift Cards
From setting a budget to calculating sales tax, Shelley Hunter, the Gift Card Girlfriend (GCG), says parents can teach their children valuable lessons when redeeming gift cards. - January 22, 2010 - Gift Card Girlfriend
Friendly Class and Home Settings to Support Children with ADHD, with Dr. Sydney S. Zentall
Host and attention coach Jeff Copper interviews Dr. Sydney Zentall, professor at Purdue University, to get an educator’s insight on creating a positive ADD environment. Dr. Zentall will share her insight on what she pays attention to, directed at revealing key concepts and drivers to promulgate an enriching environment to nurture children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). - January 22, 2010 - DIG Coaching Practice LLC
Disney-Inspired Children's Playhouses for Your Backyard
Lilliput Play Homes, Inc., makers of quality children's playhouses, introduces Disney-inspired children's playhouses for the backyard: Mickey's Diner, Mowgli's Hut, and Snow White's Cottage. - January 22, 2010 - Lilliput Play Homes, Inc.
PAMP Aims to Repeat the Outstanding $30k Proceeds Raised from the 2004 Tsunami Relief Bake Sale for Haiti Victims
The Parents Club of Palo Alto Menlo Park (PAMP) is hosting a Haiti Earthquake Relief Bake Sale in front of Draeger’s in Menlo Park this Saturday, January 23, 2010, from 8 AM to 3 PM. PAMP has a successful history of mobilizing the community in Natural disaster relief efforts. Proceeds from a... - January 21, 2010 - Palo Alto Menlo Park Parents Club
goAUPAIR Representative in Gilbert Available to Help Families Find Affordable Childcare from Au Pairs
goAUPAIR is pleased to confirm Julie Varney as the Local Area Representative for the East Valley. As a Local Area Representative, Julie helps educate families about the Au Pair program and provides year-round support to those who select an Au Pair from goAUPAIR. goAUPAIR is an organization... - January 20, 2010 - goAUPAIR, Mid-West
RefrigeratorArtist.com Announces Latest Recipient of Savings Bond Prize
RefrigeratorArtist.com, a website where parents store and share children's artwork, has awarded second-grader Jessie Kantor $400 in U.S. savings bonds for creating the winning artwork in their monthly contest. - January 16, 2010 - RefrigeratorArtist.com
Weiner Family Studios to Donate Proceeds from Family-Oriented iPhone App to Haiti Relief
A Family Matters is an iPhone/iPod touch application that allows families to enjoy deeper more meaningful conversations. Weiner Family Studios has decided to donate all of the proceeds from the application this week to the Haiti Relief fund, AmeriCares. - January 16, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
Parent Coaching Institute Offers $900 Tuition Discount to Family Support Specialists Until February 15, 2010
The Parent Coaching Institute offers a $900 tuition discount off of the distance learning Parent Coach Certification® Training Program tuition for all applications received by February 15, 2010. Parent Coach Certification® is designed for family support specialists who are driven to coach parents facing today’s challenges; see the need for an innovative, research-based support model; and seek the most respected certification program available for parent coaching. - January 15, 2010 - Parent Coaching Institute