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Entice early readers with (free) fun

Entice early readers with (free) fun
02/13/2011 Children who do not learn to read proficiently at an early age are at risk of falling behind in school and in life. Here are so... Read More...

Safeguard against flu risks

Safeguard against flu risks
11/18/2010 While the best way to prevent the seasonal flu is to get vaccinated, Cincinnati Children’s doctors and the American Academy of ... Read More...

Dunedin to host green expo

Dunedin to host green expo
10/01/2010 The Tampa Bay Living Green Expo is scheduled for October 16 and 17 at the Dunedin Community Center (1920 Pinehurst Rd, Dunedin,... Read More...

Fisher Price recalls 10 million products

Fisher Price recalls 10 million products
09/30/2010 Fisher Price announced today the recall of more than 10 million children’s items, including high chairs, tricycles, and toy car... Read More...

One idea for lasting Halloween memories

One idea for lasting Halloween memories
09/27/2010 Vampires, werewolves and monsters - oh my! No, it's not the latest Hollywood blockbuster. It's Halloween. As little ghouls and ... Read More...

Similac recall impacts Tampa Bay families

Similac recall impacts Tampa Bay families
09/26/2010 Parents in Tampa Bay and across the nation have cause for concern since the recall of certain Similac brand powder infant formu... Read More...

USF research key in solar spray technology

USF research key in solar spray technology
09/26/2010 A research team at USF, in partnership with a Maryland company, is on the leading edge of technology that turns windows into so... Read More...

ADHD study shows stimulants better than anti-psychotic drugs

ADHD study shows stimulants better than anti-psychotic drugs
09/25/2010 Almost half of children with ADHD whose aggressive behaviors had not been controlled during routine outpatient care could achie... Read More...

iParent Coverage of Disney on Ice

iParent Coverage of Disney on Ice
09/24/2010 iParent Magazine coverage of Disney on Ice at the St. Pete Times forum in September 2010: Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minni... Read More...

Health reform changes start today

Health reform changes start today
09/23/2010 Even as Republicans pitch their plan to roll back some of the so-called "Obama Care" health reforms, many of the plan's changes... Read More...

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State Fair Rocks

Florida State Fair
Enjoy the Florida State Fair, which rocks central Florida until February 21! Enjoy midway activities, Cracker Country, agriculture displays fireworks, concerts and more.  READ MORE >>>

Protection from the flu

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Safeguard your family this winter from the flu by following these simple safeguards... READ MORE >>>

Kid's museum opens

Glazure Children's Museum opens
The Glazer Children's Museum Grand Opening is Saturday, September 25, in Tampa. The museum is a resource where children can "play, discover, and connect to the world around them..." READ MORE >>>

Back to school tips

Back to School: how to help your kids avoid these common pitfalls.
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Though local businesses are feeling some loss in business, the tragic BP oil spill hasn't reached St. Pete Beach. Tampa Bay Beaches remain clean and safe as ever for families so far.
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Entice early readers with (free) fun

Posted 2/13/2011 9:13:59 PM

Photo: Family FeaturesChildren who do not learn to read proficiently at an early age are at risk of falling behind in school and in life. Here are some simple things parents and caregivers can to  help make reading fun. Read More..
Tags: reading education kids childhood learning



Safeguard against flu risks

Posted 11/18/2010 12:23:10 PM

flu preventionWhile the best way to prevent the seasonal flu is to get vaccinated, Cincinnati Children’s doctors and the American Academy of Pediatrics give the following tips on how to stop the spread of flu germs Read More..
Tags: kids health family health parenting news children's health childhood disease health flu flu season



Dunedin to host green expo

Posted 10/1/2010 12:23:51 AM

green expo logoThe Tampa Bay Living Green Expo is scheduled for October 16 and 17 at the Dunedin Community Center (1920 Pinehurst Rd, Dunedin, Florida 34698). According to promoters, the event is FREE with FREE parking, and provides "real solutions for people to live better, healthier lives with less impact on the environment. The Expo connects people who are interested in making a positive difference in both their lives and in their communities." Read More..
Tags: living green environment global warming climate change Tampa Bay events



Fisher Price recalls 10 million products

Posted 9/30/2010 7:34:11 PM

fisher price trike recallFisher Price announced today the recall of more than 10 million children’s items, including high chairs, tricycles, and toy cars, due to safety hazards. Injury risks include about 7 million tricycles with a protruding key that can result in harm, nearly a million high chairs with pegs that can cause lacerations, and about 100,000 toy ramps that have cars with wheels that can come off and pose a choking hazard.

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Tags: recall toy recall child safety children toys toy safety product safety Tampa Bay parents



One idea for lasting Halloween memories

Posted 9/27/2010 1:40:49 PM

Vampires, werewolves and monsters - oh my! No, it's not the latest Hollywood blockbuster. It's Halloween. As little ghouls and goblins prepare to emerge into the night to claim their bounty of treats, it's important to think about ways to help kids enjoy this special evening and create memories that will last for years to come. And, though candy is certainly the treat du jour during Halloween, why not share a spooky and sweet treat with the special kids in your life that will last a lifetime - and won't rot their little teeth?

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Tags: holidays memories family reading



Similac recall impacts Tampa Bay families

Posted 9/26/2010 6:35:14 PM

Similac recall
Parents in Tampa Bay and across the nation have cause for concern since the recall of certain Similac brand powder infant formula was recalled for possible beetles or beetle larvae in the Grow and Sow soy mix. Read More..
Tags: recall child safety product safety health children Tampa Bay parents parenting


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