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The 101 things that can harm your pets

The 101 things that can harm your pets

It can be a challenge to make sure your pet is safe one hundred percent of the time, whether you are physically with them or not.  The ASPCA has put together a guide that can help [...]

“They Shot Him, Papa!”: Finding Smarter Ways to Talk to Kids About Diversity

“They Shot Him, Papa!”: Finding Smarter Ways to Talk to Kids About Diversity

Teaching children about diversity can be a tricky proposition. In the “No Child Left Behind” era, so much time is devoted to preparing students for test-taking that old school subjects like good citizenship, social behavior, and [...]

How to Take an Awkward Holiday Photo

How to Take an Awkward Holiday Photo

Awkward Family Photos , Awkward Holiday Photos , Family Holiday Photos , Funny Holiday Photos , Funny Holiday Pictures , Holidays Canada , Parents-Holiday , Slidepollajax , Parents News   [...]

Autism Linked With Too Many Brain Cells, Study Finds

Autism Linked With Too Many Brain Cells, Study Finds

Autism is linked with having too many neurons in the part of the brain responsible for communication, cognitive development and social skills, according to a new study. Researchers said the finding suggests autism may begin when [...]

Preschool Peer Pressure: Yes, I Only Have One Child

Preschool Peer Pressure: Yes, I Only Have One Child

My three-year-old (going on four) son began preschool this September. With a part-time writing schedule, I’m fortunate to be able to drop him off some days and pick him up every day. I love the ritual: [...]

‘Jack The Cat’ Dies After 2 Months At Airport

‘Jack The Cat’ Dies After 2 Months At Airport

The tenacious cat that survived a two-month ordeal at an airport baggage facility this summer has finally succumb to his injuries and died after euthanasia. “Jack had extensive wounds on the back of his body, and [...]

Pap Smears Best For Detecting Cervical Cancer, Doctors Say

Pap Smears Best For Detecting Cervical Cancer, Doctors Say

– There’s more news on cancer screening tests – this time for women. Scientists advising the government say a Pap test is a good way to screen young and middle-aged women for cervical cancer, and it’s [...]