"S" is for "Swine Flu": Elmo Battles H1N1

Think that lovable, furry ol' Elmo couldn't get any sweeter? Well, now he's using his helping hands by reminding kids to wash theirs in an effort to fight swine flu. A new ad campaign, sponsored by three government agencies, will feature Elmo and Gordon teaming up. They'll … [Read more...]

Labor Drugs Hinder Breastfeeding Efforts

Have you ever heard, "I couldn't breastfeed"? I sure have. Some women simply can't. They're a rare bunch, accounting for only a small percentage of mothers overall, approximately 3 to 6 million women worldwide. Those of us who believe in natural processes, like breastfeeding and … [Read more...]

Lunchbox Solutions

Here in Los Angeles kids go back to school just after the Labor Day weekend. I'm finishing up the shopping for school supplies and clothes. Shopping for lunchbox items has been a little more complicated. It's no secret that I'm a big Tupperware fan but Tupperware doesn't fulfill … [Read more...]

Gardasil Researcher Cautions Parents

In an unprecedented move, one of the lead researchers who tested Gardasil has spoken out against the vaccine. Dr. Diane Harper tested Gardasil through Phases II and III of the trials and was part of the media blitz behind it, publicly touting its ability to prevent … [Read more...]

Fun Food For Kids: Soda Cupcakes

My kids love to cook... Mama doesn't always like the mess and I often think, "I can do this so much faster by myself". That said, I'm trying to get better about bringing the kids into the kitchen with me. A recent fun food project we created were Natural Soda (pop) … [Read more...]