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Dad Turns Kids' Sandwich Bags Into Artistic Masterpieces

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 01:33:32 +0000

A Massachusetts father gives his children a reason, beyond the possibility of string cheese, to look forward to lunch. David Laferriere of Attleboro has been drawing on his kids' sandwich bags for the past five years, posting pics of each doodle to his flickr account.

Should The U.S. Adopt Finland's 'Baby Box' For New Parents?

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 04:27:40 +0000

When it comes to maternity leave, The United States earns a pretty dismal ranking when compared to other countries, being the only first-world country, and one of only three countries (the others being Lesotho, Swaziland and Papua New Guinea) that does not offer paid maternity leaves. Not only do other countries have better systems in place for maternity leave, but they have some pretty great welcoming gifts for their newest citizens. In Finland, for example, new parents can choose between receiving the above maternity package filled with essentials for baby's first few months or a tax-free lump sum of 140 euros as a maternity grant.

Survey Reveals the Tooth Fairy Is Making Your Kids Rich

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 14:13:05 +0000

The Tooth Fairy is spreading the wealth. A Delta Dental poll of 1,200 primary caregivers has found just how much money they are giving their children when their teeth fall out. In 2012, parents gave an average of $2.42 per tooth, a nice jump from the $2.10 they slipped under pillows in 2011. The survey [...]

Watch Sandy Hook School Children Perform a Moving Rendition of 'Over the Rainbow'

Emerald Catron — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:54:33 +0000

It's Tuesday, so you probably need a good cry. Here, watch this video. It's children from Sandy Hook Elementary performing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' on 'Good Morning America.' The kids recorded the song, with folk musician Ingrid Michaelson, at the home of former Talking Heads members Tina Weymouth and Christ Frantz.

Video Shows What Really Happens While Mom Is Away

Emerald Catron — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 17:45:55 +0000

In case you were wondering what happens when you leave the kids alone with Dad, here’s a video to answer all your questions. It’s a time lapse video of a dad and his kid playing while mom is at work. Messes are made. Things are climbed upon. High fives are given. All in all, we’d [...]

Eagle Tries to Snatch Child in Viral Video [VIDEO]

Y95 Staff — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:33:14 +0000

Eagles often represent strength, majesty, pride, power... and now they can represent attempted kidnapping.

5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Do Their Homework

Paula Kashtan — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:05:35 +0000

Fall means school, and school means homework, and homework –- for many a family -– means stress and arguments. But getting homework done doesn’t have to be a daily battle. Here are a few easy ways for parents to make the routine a little easier for kids. 1 Study Daily Every day should [...]