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FCC Calls to Review Cell Phone Radiation Guidelines
Pong Research Corporation applauds the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) report calling for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to update its cell phone radiation exposure and testing guidelines. According to the GAO report, the current standards—in place since 1997 (some 4 years before the first smartphones became commercially available)—“may not reflect the latest research,” “may not identify maximum [...]
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The Four Pillars of Good Sleep Hygiene for Kids
Sleep hygiene refers to the set of habits and guidelines that promote consistently restful and sufficient sleep at night and complete alertness during the day. It’s what you can do (and in some cases, not do) to help your child (andyou) sleep easy and well. Like dental hygiene, instilling good sleep hygiene habits early on [...]
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‘Mixed Up Clothing’ Mixes Culture With Style
By: Nicole Pelletiere If you are on the hunt for unique and hip children’s wear then New Parent insists that you stop by Mixed Up Clothing. Created by Sonia Kang, these adorable little ensembles will surely become your child’s favorites to put on before leaving the house. The bright-colored prints are super cute and stylish, [...]
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Ouchies: Say Bye-bye to Boring Bandages!
By: Nicole Pelletiere Are you and your kids sick of the same old boring, beige bandages? So are we… Thank goodness for ‘Ouchies’, as they enable kids to “hide their wounds, not their style”! Not only are their assorted designs super stylish, but the bandages come in a super cool, retro tin that doesn’t tear [...]
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Official Position on Circumcision from AAP
New scientific evidence shows the health benefits of newborn male circumcision outweigh the risks of the procedure, but the benefits are not great enough to recommend routine circumcision for all newborn boys, according to an updated policy statement published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The revised policy, like the previous one from the [...]
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A+ Apps from PBS KIDS for Back-to-School
With Labor Day just around the corner, families will be hitting the road for one last summer vacation. And when they do, they’ll be sure to load their mobile devices with plenty of apps to keep kids busy and entertained. Well, why not prep with apps that can also get them ready for back to [...]
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Alanis Morissette Partners With SheKnows While on Tour
Evolve Media Corp.’s SheKnows (SheKnows.com), one of the fastest-growing online global destinations for women, is proud to announce that Grammy™ Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette has joined Mommalogues, the popular and award-winning video blog website published by SheKnows, as Augusts’ guest celebrity mom. Mommalgoues features some of the nation’s most recognized mom bloggers and guest celebrity moms [...]
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Back-to-School Lunch Box Ideas
With fall just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about sending the kids back-to-school. Available now, the Pottery Barn Kids fall 2012 collection has everything your little scholar needs to prepare them for the year ahead, from backpacks to lunchboxes, and all the essentials to create the perfect study space. Get Carried Away! · From snack time [...]
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10 Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Suspect that you may be pregnant? According to BabyCenter.com, 7 out of 10 women have symptoms by the time they’re six weeks pregnant. If you have missed a period and are experiencing some of the symptoms below, then you may be expecting. It’s important to take a home pregnancy test though, as not all women [...]
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Great backyard summer treat for the kids. Frozen fruit pops on a stick.



