About Parenting School Age Children: Does a Tiger Mother Even Matter?

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Parenting School Age Children Parenting School Age Children School Family Life Health & Development From Katherine Lee, your Guide to Parenting School Age Children Chinese mothers raise more successful kids. That's the controversy-provoking tenet of a new book discussed in this week's Parenting School Age Children newsletter. Plus, an interesting new study that shows that even young kids' relationships with peers can be more complicated than we think. Also in this week's newsletter: A new study that finds that children as young as 2 years old are becoming increasingly tech savvy, even as they fall behind on real-world skills such as bike riding or tying shoelaces. And finally, new research that highlights the importance of choosing lead-free reusable shopping bags and keeping them clean. Does a Tiger Mother Even Matter? I'm sure by now you've all heard about the firestorm of controversy sparked by Amy Chua and her new book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. Chua, a professor at Yale Law School, writes about ways that distinguishes Chinese parents like herself from Western parents... Read more Even Among Young Kids, Friendships are Complicated A compelling new study in the journal Personal Relationships shows that children as young as elementary school age also have relationships that are "unbalanced," in which one child thinks of another as a friend but is actually disliked by that other child or in which a child is befriended by another but doesn't feel the same way about that child... Read more Today's Kids Can Operate Computers but Can't Tie Shoelaces Here is an eye-opening sign of the high-tech direction our world is headed in: Kids today are more likely to be able to operate gadgets such as computers and smartphones than know how to perform mundane tasks such as tying their shoelaces, riding a bike, or swimming... Read more Some Reusable Shopping Bags Contain Lead Do you use reusable shopping bags? If so, you might want to take precautions to make sure they are free of lead and bacteria. A number of major retailers including Safeway, Walgreens, CVS, and Blooms were among those found to have reusable bags with high lead content, according to a new report... Read more K-6 Children Ads Children Parenting Kids Sunday School Child Care School Children and Divorce Featured Articles Kids' Valentine Party Ideas Fun and Easy Valentine Crafts for Kids Valentine's Games for Kids' Valentine's Day Parties Parents' Top Questions on School Valentine's Celebrations Helping Your Child Make Friends 10 Great Ways to Help Your Child Go Green   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Katherine Lee Parenting School Age Children Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting School Age Children newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads 8 Fun Winter Activities for Families 7 Tips to Spice Up Your Marriage Valentine Cards to Print or Email 100 Ideas for 100th Day of School 10 Foods to Boost Your Immune System Advertisement

About Toddlers: Rotavirus, Toys R Us Trade-In Event, Crib Recall

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Toddlers Toddlers Potty Training Activities From Stephanie Brown, your Guide to Toddlers This week, rotavirus is making its way through child care centers, there's a crib recall and an offer from a major toy retailer: They will take your old, possibly unsafe gear and give you a discount on new stuff. Rotavirus: How Long Must Toddlers Stay Home from Child Care? Many readers wonder how long they need to keep their toddler home from child care after he comes down with rotavirus. Much of this depends on your state's guidelines. Some states have no specific guidelines while others require child care providers to submit stool samples of children and staff who may be affected. In addition, some unlicensed caregivers like home providers or neighborhood sitters may have no guidelines at all. While this can be good for the parent who wants to get back to work and thinks that their toddler is on the mend, be aware that a child can spread the illness to others for as many as 12 days. Returning too soon can put others at risk. Read More of This Answer Share How You Soothe Your Sick Toddler Can Adults Get Rotavirus? Other Causes of Diarrhea and Vomiting in Toddlers See More About:  rotavirus  child care  childhood infections Land of Nod Recalls Cribs and Toys R Us Trade-In Event Photo © CPSC More drop-side cribs are being recalled due to possible hardware failure which can lead to falls and suffocation or strangulation. There have been 13 reports of this type of failure (out of just 300 cribs) but luckily no injuries. To get your $599 merchandise credit or learn more about this crib, give Land of Nod a call at 800-933-9904, send them an email, or visit their site. There are just so many reasons not to have a drop-side crib these days. Toy retailer Toys R Us is no longer even carrying them and from now until Feb. 21 they will take your old items and give you a discount toward new items during their "Trade-In Event." So, even if it hasn't been recalled, drag your old or hand-me-down used cribs, car seats, bassinets, strollers, travel systems, play yards, high chairs and toddler beds for a 25% discount on some new gear. Then again, I was talking to a friend about this program the other day and she pointed something out to me, saying: "If I had a drop-side crib, why would I take it there for a small discount when there's a chance that that item will be recalled in the future and I could get a complete refund or free replacement? I can just buy a safer crib now and then store the old one and use the money if I get a refund or sell the new replacement crib on eBay or Craigslist." And that does make sense. Just make sure your child has a safe place to sleep in the meantime. The best exchange I could see would be to take your old crib in and exchange it for a discounted toddler bed (if the time is right). Meet Yuna on Her First Birthday Enjoy this adorable pic of Yuna on her first birthday (submitted by her Grandma, Teresita Pestano). How to Get Your Toddler Featured Toddlers Ads Toddlers Toddler Child Care Baby Furniture Baby Cribs Recall Featured Articles What Should My Toddler Wear During Potty Training? Finger Paint Recipes Easy Peanut Butter Cookies Toddler Forum Follow Me on Twitter Join Me on Facebook   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Stephanie Brown Toddlers Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Toddlers newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Toddler Photo Gallery Playdough Recipes Toddler Discipline Recalled Toddler Gear Potty Training 101 Advertisement

About Fatherhood: Some Great New Books for Dads

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Fatherhood Fatherhood Raising Great Kids Support for You Divorced Dads From Wayne Parker, your Guide to Fatherhood I have been catching up on my reading of late, and have reviewed some excellent books that dads will enjoy. Whether you are just looking for a little inspiration, dealing with tragedy or pondering big changes in life, these books will be good choices for now or later. Daddin' - A Great Book for Dads Everywhere I just finished this week a book I have been wanting to read for some time. Daddin' by Dion McInnis is a book that made me reflect deeply about... Read more See More About:  book reviews  books for fathers  Resurrecting Anthony An amazing story of courage and commitment, Resurrecting Anthony is the story of Linda and Tony Cole, whose son Anthony was stricken with a heart ailment that eventually left him with massive brain damage. See More About:  book reviews  parenting special needs children  inspiring stories The 10 Stupidest Mistakes Men Make When Facing Divorce Family law attorney Joseph Cordell has written an interesting and important book for any man considering or moving through the process of divorce. The Ten Stupidest Mistakes Men Make When Facing Divorce is engaging and helpful for men who often don't think clearly in a time of crisis and stress. See More About:  dviroced dads  surviving divorce  family law Fatherhood Principles of Joseph the Carpenter Using Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus Christ, as a scriptural model, author Akili Kumasi illustrates the key principles of godly fathers and how they can spiritually magnify their fatherhood to bless their families. See More About:  book review  christian fathers  Fatherhood Ads Fathers Rights Dads Rights Books Fathers Custody Dads Custody Featured Articles New Dads Resources Activities for Dads and Kids Resources for Non Traditional Fathers Self-Care for Fathers Challenges Faced by Fathers Wives and Mothers   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Wayne Parker Fatherhood Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fatherhood newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Power Principles for Fathers 411 for New Dads Expectant Dads 101 Share Your Fatherhood Stories How to Balance Life and Work Advertisement