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Gifts to Israel with a Twist
Trendibox.Com is a new online gift store delivering door to door in the Holy Land. A memorable shopping experience with a huge selection of out-of-the-ordinary gift sets to spoil someone you love in an unforgettable way. - October 01, 2009 - Trendibox.Com
Finally. Relief for New Moms
New book tells expectant and new parents how to get the most sleep possible. Hailed as “…a definitive, must-have” – Heather Grace Stewart, Lachine, Canada, it is, “…the mom written reality baby book that provides real solutions” – Michelle Johnston, Brussels, Belgium. "…this isn’t just some pie-in-the-sky formula–it’s a tried-and-true method developed from the author’s own experience…a much-needed manual for would-be and already-are parents of newborns" – Editor’s Choice Award, iUniverse. - October 01, 2009 - Crib Sheets Press
10 Warning Signs a Child is Being Bullied and What Parents Can do to Help Keep Them Safe
In every classroom, 2 to 3 children spend their day afraid of being bullied; this fear prompts 160,000 kids in the US to stay home from school each day. The good news is there are proven methods and bully-proofing strategies parents can learn and practice with their children to help them better deal with difficult situations, and feel safer in school. - October 01, 2009 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Brooklyn DA Charles J. Hynes to Appear on Reality Check Radio Show
Charles J. Hynes, District Attorney of Kings County (Brooklyn), New York will appear as a guest on the Reality Check Radio show on Saturday, Oct 3rd 8am – 9am. Hynes will speak with Lawrence Lawton the show’s host regarding his many innovative criminal justice strategies including the ComALERT (Community and Law Enforcement Resources Together) public safety program which Hynes started in 1999. - September 30, 2009 - Reality Check Program
Celebrities STOMP Out Bullying with Love Our Children USA
Love Our Children USA announced that NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg is proclaiming October 5th Blue Shirt Day to signify the importance of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week, October 4th – 10th. - September 29, 2009 - Love Our Children USA
The Peanut Shell® Launches Its Designer Line of Front Carrier Covers, Offering Baby Sling Style
The Peanut Shell®, designer and manufacturer of industry leading parenting essentials including baby slings, nursing covers, swaddle blankets and front carrier covers, releases its newest product today, the Peanut Shell® front carrier cover; a new way to add a bit of fashion to your front carrier. - September 28, 2009 - Goo-Ga Style, Inc DBA the Peanut Shell
New Association Unites 5 Million US Parents Who Work from Home
A new association has launched to help the estimated 5 million US parents who choose to work from home after having children. - September 28, 2009 - hiremyparents.com
New Book The Momma Guide
As a Momma have you ever said “I wish this kid came with an instruction manual!”? Well here is a book for you. Written by Traci Davis & Vicki Holleman-Perez -The Momma Guide (461 pages) gives everyday practical advice for Mommas everywhere. - September 28, 2009 - The Momma Guide
The Baby Planner Announces New Book, Certification, and Academy
CEO and founder of The Baby Planner, Mary Oscategui will be releasing a new book at the end of October, titled “The Baby Planner’s guide to becoming a baby planner and starting your own baby planning business.” The book was born naturally as Mary saw the tremendous need to... - September 27, 2009 - The Baby Planner
Birmingham NICU Nurse Wins Award for Babywearing Advocacy
Mandy Welch of Montevallo, Alabama, a nurse in the St. Vincent's Hospital neonatal intensive care unit in Birmingham, Alabama, wins the award for Outstanding Babywearing Advocate in the Healing Professions, in connection with International Babywearing Week. - September 24, 2009 - Babywearing International, Inc.
The Post-Pregnancy Belly Band is the Latest Product in the Flats Belly Wraps™ Postnatal Abdominal Compression Lineup
Flats Belly Wraps™, innovative designers of medical post-pregnancy compression garments, releases its post-pregnancy waist belly band product today, the Flats Belly Wraps waist cincher. The postnatal belly band is for new moms that want to bounce back into pre-pregnancy shape. - September 21, 2009 - Flats Belly Wraps, LLC
From Bust to Bliss, the Kiwi Squirrel Shows Money Magic
Kiwis use a squirrel to show young New Zealand families how to stop the financial damage done by their parents. - September 17, 2009 - Silbo Systems
Leah Koenig, Parent Coach, Becomes a STARS Certified Trainer Through the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC)
Leah Koenig becomes a STARS Certified Trainer through the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC). Leah Koenig MA, is a Parent Coach, Love and Logic® facilitator and family therapist at Collaborative Couples & Family Counseling, LLC in Bellevue Washington. - September 17, 2009 - Bellevue Family Counseling
OrlandoTravelHotels.com Launches Blog that Gives Travelers the Inside Scoop on Orlando
The OrlandoTravelHotels.com Blog contains helpful information and traveling tips for visitors to the Central Florida area. Whether visitors want the inside scoop on local attractions and information on the best restaurants, shopping spots and more, the Orlando Travel & Hotels Blog is a must read for anyone looking to visit Orlando. - September 16, 2009 - Xcellimark
NewProductHelp.com Contracted to Represent Travel Cloud Invention to Industry
Vivian B., a California resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Travel Cloud invention to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet innovative new product that promises to bring comfort to young vehicle passengers, the... - September 15, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Spirit Thinking Offers Two Free Gifts for Sign Up on Subscriber List
Free eBook of Teenage Girl's Parent Action Alert to be given to new subscribers of Spirit Thinking Inspirations, the newsletter of spirituality expert Reece W. Manley's Spirit Thinking website. Spirit Thinking is a division of Advocate USA, LLC. - September 12, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
The Reign of 'Grandma' and 'Grandpa' is Over as Boomer Grandparents Opt for More Fitting Names
Baby boomers have redefined every aspect of our culture and grandparent names are no exception. New book You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents' Guide to choosing a name that Fits helps modern grandparents find the answer to the 'what to be called?' question. - September 11, 2009 - You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents' Guide to Choosing a Name that Fits
Detroit Area Baby Signs(R) Instructor Offers Classes This Fall
Baby Signs (R) Independent Certified Instructor and On the Grow Educator announces fall class schedule. - September 11, 2009 - Baby Signs Program with Janet Callahan, Independent Certified Instructor
NewProductHelp.com at the Helm of Marketing Efforts for Baby Invention
John M., a Utah-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Baby Scents concept to industry. An innovative new product sure to appeal to parents and caregivers of infants worldwide, the Baby Scents boasts unique features that render... - September 10, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Willow Bend Learning Center Receives Neighbors' Choice 2009 Award
In keeping with their reputation, Willow Bend Learning Center scores again by winning yet another award for excellence. - September 06, 2009 - Willow Bend Learning Center
Home Safety Software Now Detects Hidden Pornographic Videos
SurfRecon Home Edition allows parents and spouses to find hidden pornographic video on their home computers. - September 06, 2009 - SurfRecon, Inc.
HobNobMurfreesboro Announces New E-mail Newsletter for New Mothers Provided by Middle Tennessee Medical Center
HobNobMurfreesboro.com has recently partnered up with the Middle Tennessee Medical Center which is set to launch in October of 2010. This partnership is designed to help promote the awareness of the medical community and its advances in Murfreesboro, TN. Expectant parents are faced with a... - September 04, 2009 - HobNobMurfreesboro
September is Baby Safety Month
Bathrooms may not seem particularly dangerous for babies, but there are, in fact, many hazards that can cause harm. - September 04, 2009 - Palmetto Childproofing
Preschool Kids, Families and Experts Honor Critical Thinking Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematical Reasoning™ series wins third iParenting Media Award. - September 03, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Homeschooling Community Votes for Critical Thinking
Word Roots and Editor in Chief® Earn 2009 Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards - September 03, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
A "Rock n Roll Family Show" is Heading to the Middle East to Celebrate Labor Day with Our Troops
Rock ‘n’ Roll is heading to the Middle East, Party Animal Style, with two performances of an Armed Forces Entertainment Tour specifically designed for the families of our troops. The Party Animals Live gives the elementary-school set a rockin’ good time with an edgy beat, kid-friendly lyrics and a live interactive show in celebration of Labor Day in Bahrain. - August 31, 2009 - The Party Animals, LLC
When Baby Proofing Your Home, Stress Proof It Too, Says Chicago Counseling Practice
The emotional health of the parents, and especially mothers, is critical to a successful new arrival of a baby into a family. Pre and post baby counseling can be beneficial to soon-to-be and new mothers, parents, and families as they prepare for the imminent changes that a baby brings. - August 31, 2009 - Urban Balance
Kidzchores Releases Beta Version of Website on Aug 15, 2009
www.kidzchores.com is a website that make chores fun for kids ages 2-14. Kidzchores has animated chores, games, piggy bank, animated stories, and a soon to come choresville. (a vitual world for kids to explore and buy stuff for their room and character.) - August 31, 2009 - Kidzchores, Inc
Honor the Lives of Your Loved Ones
Join Ron Villano at the Medford Chapter of the Compassionate Friends to get the tips and tools you need to lift the heaviness on your heart so you can begin honoring the lives of the ones you lost. - August 30, 2009 - Ron Villano, LLC
N.J. Animation Studio Designs an Online Avatar Game That Helps Teach Kids About Responsibility
Two Animators! LLP (2A!) has been hard at work designing “KidzChores.com.” The site is a brand new avatar game dedicated to teaching kids as young as age six about the importance of being responsible. Parents register their children for an account where they can play games, read... - August 29, 2009 - Two Animators! LLP
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music for Children and Adults in Sparta, Sussex County, NJ Announces Registration for the Fall 2009 Semester
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music for children and adults in Sparta, Sussex county, NJ announces registration for the fall 2009 semester. The following programs are available starting September 8, 2009: art classes and lessons for children and adults, music lessons and classes, guitar lessons and... - August 29, 2009 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
My Plate-Mate Announced as MBA, “2009 Mom’s Best Award Winner”
Mom Invented Spill Guard for Toddler Meals Wins 2009 Spring Product Award - August 29, 2009 - HATCH
Canny Granny Reveals Favorite Grandparent Secrets
This Grandparents Day (Sept. 13), New Book Tells Grandparents How to Be the Favorite. - August 29, 2009 - Crib Sheets Press
How to do a Back-to-School Vision Board by Best-Selling Author Joyce Schwarz, Booksigning & Workshop in Venice, Ca 8/27/09
What if you and your family could decide to make this the best school year ever for your kids? Well, now you can using an amazing, no-cost method called visionboarding. Best-selling author Joyce Schwarz, The Vision Board book (16 weeks as the #1 mystical bestseller on Amazon.com) explains how to in her upcoming workshop at the Mystic Journey Bookstore in Venice, California on Thursday, August 27 from 7-10 pm - August 27, 2009 - The Vision Board Institute
It’s Good for Kids to Play with Their Food
Organic toy manufacturer, Under the Nile, is banking on the idea that if children are introduced to fruit and vegetables during playtime, they are more likely to eat them at dinner time. Their 100% organic stuffed toy collection, called 'Veggin Out’ is designed to help kids make a positive association with healthy foods. - August 27, 2009 - Angels Avenue
Thomas M. Kiley Releases Free Child Injury Guide for Parents
Child injury lawyer Thomas M. Kiley, is offering a free book to help parents cope with the emotional, physical, and financial consequences stemming from their child’s injury. - August 26, 2009 - Thomas M. Kiley & Associates
As School Starts so Does Bullying
Love Our Children USA’s Campaign to STOMP Out Bullying Kicks Off National Bullying Prevention Week with National Blue Shirt Day on Monday, October 5th. - August 26, 2009 - Love Our Children USA
ThumbPeople Releases Kids Need Video to Encourage Parent and Child Bonding
ThumbPeople promotes the Kids Need YouTube video to meet the emotional needs of children. - August 26, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Anger Management Agency Adds Spanish Speaking Classes
Daybreak Counseling Service the most widely used source for anger management education and anger management classes in Los Angeles is now serving Spanish speaking clients. - August 25, 2009 - Daybreak Counseling Service
Back to School and the Issue of Bullying
Almost 6,000,000 kids, nearly 30% of all children, are either bullied or are doing the bullying in this country. Now, for the first time, the American Academy of Pediatrics is stepping in with recommendations and tips to help all involved. The issue of bullying is at the heart of Megan Kelley Hall’s upcoming release The Lost Sister (Kensington, August 2009). - August 25, 2009 - Kelley and Hall Book Publicity
New "This is Me" Kids Keepsake Journal Helps Families Preserve the Early Years
Orange County resident and mother of three Carrie Lundell has released “This is Me,” a kid’s first keepsake journal. “This is Me” goes one step further than scrapbooking and allows young children to make their own mark in preserving childhood memories. Instead of letting mom decide which photos and memories to record, the journal preserves the child’s personality with their own words and drawings. - August 23, 2009 - This is Me Publishing
Money Habitudes Encourages Constructive Discussions About Money for Back-to-School 2009
Company behind popular Money Habitudes cards encourages people to think about money with a list of reasons specific to the back-to-school season. Good conversations about money and finances happen when they are proactive and constructive. Assessing one's habits and attitudes related to money in a fun, non-threatening manner can be an effective first step in handling larger issues. - August 22, 2009 - LifeWise
MyPacifier™ Canada Unique Advertising Tactic
Due to the economy, MyPacifier™ Canada has put a new spin on advertising by spending their advertising budget on customers rather than through online or print advertising. - August 22, 2009 - Personalized Pacifiers
Language Smarts™ Level C Honored with an iParenting Media Award
Second grade language arts program is selected as one of iParenting Media’s Outstanding Products of 2009. - August 21, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Largest U.S. Surrogacy Agency to Host Private Consultations in London
Largest U.S. Surrogacy Agency Traveling to London to Host Private Consultations. Expects Record 135 Births this Year for U.S. and International Clients. - August 21, 2009 - Growing Generations
New iPhone Story Apps from iOrbi Help Parents Personalize Story Time for Kids
iOrbi, LLC, a Chicago-based technology company, has released new children's story apps for the iPhone that use the smartphone’s record feature to give readers the option to tell the story in their own voice. In addition to the “Record Your Voice” option, the story apps feature vibrant, full color illustrations and heart-warming stories that are meant to entertain and teach kids simple life lessons. All children's story apps from iOrbi may be found on iTunes by searching for "iOrbi." - August 18, 2009 - iOrbi, LLC
Cultural Care Au Pair Hires Michelle Carbeck of Scottsdale, AZ as Local Childcare Coordinator - a Professional Resource for Parents Seeking Alternative Childcare Options
Responding to the increasing demand for quality live-in childcare, Cultural Care Au Pair has recently added Michelle Carbeck to its field staff for the Scottsdale, AZ area. As a Cultural Care Au Pair local childcare coordinator (LCC), Carbeck will provide service and support to host families and... - August 16, 2009 - Cultural Care Au Pair - Scottsdale, Arizona
Texas Gathering Reunites Adoptees, Birthfamilies and Adoptive Families from Across the Nation
This weekend, parents and children touched by adoption are traveling from all over the U.S. for a very special South Texas reunion. - August 15, 2009 - Abrazo Adoption Associates
New Parent Coaching Institute Audio on Advantages of Parent Coach Certification®
Gloria DeGaetano, Founder and CEO of the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI), discusses five key advantages of the PCI’s Parent Coach Certification® training program in a new eight minute audio message, available on the PCI’s Web site. - August 15, 2009 - Parent Coaching Institute
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of Mind Benders Beginning 1 and Beginning 2 Software
Bestselling logic books for toddlers now available as interactive learning adventure for PC & Mac. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.