Parenting News

Is the babymoon over? Look here for the latest on parenting, child rearing, managing family relationships and more. Experts, influencers, authors and companies feature news on books, resources, websites, products and services that help single parents and families survive every stage of life.

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

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 ThinkAnalogy™ Puzzles A1 Software

Enhanced and updated software provides children in Grades 3-5 with challenging, fun activities that develop razor-sharp analogy, word analysis, and vocabulary skills. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.

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.

Angel Baby - The New Player in the Baby Bedding Market

The new luxury line of Egyptian cotton Angel Baby bedding is now available in the US market. Decorated with gentle embroideries each Angel Baby bedding set is packed in a wonderful looking gift box and features a complimentary diaper stacker for a limited period. The Angel Baby products already can be found at some of the most prominent retailers like Petit Tresor, The Frog and the Princess, La-de-Tots and many others. - August 13, 2009 - Dasset Group LLC

Transcending the Depths of Hell: Against All Odds - Author Emerges with a Heart-Felt Story

After ten long, grueling years, the much anticipated Life story of a young man up against major odds, comes to fruition. The process of not just writing, but living what has been an extremely tumultuous existence, has brought forth a solid individual. Perseverance, prayer and faith have contributed to the solidarity of this humble young man. - August 11, 2009 - DE-CLUTTER Your Life!

Samson Media Launches New Website for Avalon Midwives

Site Caters to Families Interested in Natural Childbirths & Women’s Health. - August 10, 2009 - Samson Media

Abrazo Adoption Associates Receives 2009 Best of San Antonio Award

San Antonio's renowned open adoption agency, Abrazo, is honored by U.S. Commerce Association as that city's best adoption service. - August 09, 2009 - Abrazo Adoption Associates

AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc. Offers Tips for Parents for Start of School Year

As the new school year approaches, parents may begin to experience a variety of emotional responses to this annual ritual. During this period, it is common for parents and guardians to have conflicting feelings about their child’s return to the school environment. As a result, parents may... - August 08, 2009 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.

Willow Bend Learning Center Announces Their Annual Open House & Parent Info Night

Child Care Center in West Plano holds Open House on Monday, August 17th, 2009. - August 07, 2009 - Willow Bend Learning Center

Anger Management Expert Asked to Write for LA Examiner Online News

Shannon Munford the owner of Daybreak Counseling Service was recently awarded the opportunity to become the LA Examiner’s local beat writer on all things anger management. - August 06, 2009 - Daybreak Counseling Service

Willow Bend Learning Center Receives 2009 Best of Plano Award

Best of Plano - August 06, 2009 - Willow Bend Learning Center

“Capt’n Eli” Graphic Novel Artist Jay Piscopo Featured at Camden Public Library

Portland, Maine comic book artist Jay Piscopo is part of the Camden Public Library’s “Authors in August” program. Piscopo is the author and illustrator of “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” all-ages graphic novel series. The “Authors in August”... - August 05, 2009 - Nemo Publishing

Mimi Rothschild Announces Results of Beta Testing for Online Contribution Program

Feedback tool for parents producing better-than-expected results. - August 05, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild

Thumbuddy Makes a Leap from Children’s Books Into Video

ThumbPeople motivates parents with videos to express their unconditional love for their children. - August 05, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.

Do You Know What to do if Your Child Goes Missing?

Do you know what to do first? What to do second? SaveMyChild.org and Child Shield USA have teamed together to fight back against Child Offenders and Child Predactors. - July 31, 2009 - SaveMyChild.org

Sammy Rabbit - Stickers Promote Making Saving Money a Habit

It’s a Habit, founder and CEO, Sam X Renick, announced the tenth offering in the Sammy Rabbit financial education and financial literacy product line – stickers. The vibrant set of stickers come as a set of 10 and include catchy, strategic sayings like from every dollar, save a dime,... - July 31, 2009 - The It's a Habit Company, Inc.

Search-Aupair-Family.info Launches: New Childcare Website for the Budget and Security Conscious Family

www.search-aupair-family.info matches Au Pairs and Nannies to families in a secure and safe environment. All communication between families and Au Pairs or Nannies is done through a secure internal messaging system which means no personal contact information is displayed on the website. - July 31, 2009 - Search Aupair Family

Author Helps New Moms Cope with Mother-in-Law Problems

“Jenna offers great advice to new moms dealing with difficult in-laws.” -- Chic Mom Magazine - July 30, 2009 - Jenna D. Barry

Finally, a Total GPS Solution for Families

2.1 Million People use the Facebook application, Sex Offender Search, from Vision 20/20. Now their iPhone application is the in the top ten paid apps on iTunes. Who are people, and what are they all about? - July 29, 2009 - Vision 20/20

Parent Coaching Institute Slashes Tuition by $1000 -- Lowest Tuition in Six Years

Family support professionals experience the burden of our nation’s economic woes more than many other professions due to government funding cuts. The leading parent coaching organization, the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI), responds to the needs of these professionals, who are the traditional PCI applicants, by reducing the tuition of its distance learning Parent Coach Certification® Training Program to $4800, a $1000 discount and lowest tuition in six years, offered until August 21, 2009. - July 27, 2009 - Parent Coaching Institute

Four Local Kids Win the Parklander Magazine’s Cover Model Contest

South Florida's the Parklander magazine spotlights local children on the August "Get Smart" Back-to-school issue - July 26, 2009 - the Parklander Magazine

Your Purchase of Colorful, Whimsical Paintings by Moonheadmama Can Help Homeless Women and Their Children

New colorful, whimsical Moonheadmama acrylic paintings at http://www.moonheadmama.com by artist Lindy Gruger Hanson are for sale with 20% of the proceeds helping homeless women and children. - July 25, 2009 - Moonheadmama.com

Sityodtong LA Proudly Presents the Opening of "Kid Power Martial Arts"

Is Your Child Shy and Afraid? Confidence is the Key. Kid Power Martial Arts is operated by famous martial arts sisters, June Castro Michalowski and July Castro Steinhorn both 9th Degree Black Belts in Shaolin Kenpo. The new program will reflect the stages of development for children ages 3 & up. - July 24, 2009 - Pro Training, Inc. - Sityodtong LA

Thumbuddy Stands Out of the Preschool Curriculum Crowd

Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum uniquely builds self worth in children. - July 24, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.

Empowerment Through Hearing is Giving Sound Advice to Parents -- Check Out Hearing Loss During Back-to-School Check-Ups

With one in eight students now suffering from hearing loss, health advocate Kathlyn Maguire is giving sound advice to parents to include hearing screenings in their back-to-school health checks. Maguire is founder and president of Empowerment Through Hearing, a not-for-profit organization... - July 24, 2009 - Empowerment Through Hearing

Math Analogies Beginning Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy

Math Analogies Beginning Among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009. - July 22, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.

California Attorney Says Michael Jackson Custody Battle a ‘Dire Wakeup Call’ for Unprepared Parents

California estate planning attorney Rodney J. (“Rod”) Hatley is urging parents across the state to re-evaluate the status of their estate plans should they suddenly die or find themselves unable to care for their kids. Hatley says free Web sites, such as sdkidsprotectionplan.com, make it possible to do this even if parents can’t afford a lawyer. - July 21, 2009 - Hatley Law Group

Clyde and His Messy Room

Originally from South Carolina, JN Prioleau recently published her second children's book titled, Clyde and His Messy. Clyde and His Messy is a story about a little boy that tries to do the right thing like clean his room, but he has a hard time accomplishing this task. This is book 2 in a series... - July 19, 2009 - JN Prioleau

Flats Belly Wraps™ Launches as the Only Medical-Grade Post-Pregnancy Compression Garment Manufacturer