ADVERTISEMENT Marconi Union’s song, Weightless, is garnering a lot of attention these days. Researchers at Mindlab International in the U.K. have been trying to find activities, behaviors, and songs that reduce anxiety levels in people. Let’s face it, friends, we all have our moments battling anxiety. Any easy, non-pharmaceutical solutions would be incredibly helpful. The […]
Lawker’s Bill To Make Children Born Artificial Insemination Illegitimate
Tennessee state House Representative Terry Lynn Weaver is sponsoring HB 1406 to repeal Tennessee current statute, TCA 68-3-306, which declares that children born through artificial insemination are the “legitimate” child of the mother’s husband. Essentially, this would take away the rights of the husband who consented to the IVF procedure, which resulted in a child […]
Judge Orders Woman To Not Get Pregnant. A Mommy Debate Rages….
A New York woman has been ordered by a Judge to not get pregnant. At least until she has been found to be a fit mother of her infant son. The Internet is raging. But let’s break down all the details. Family Court Judge Patricia Gallaher said that this judgment is intended to give the […]
School Stops Suspensions And Bad Behaviors Tumble
A middle school in West Virginia is claiming they’ve found the solution for “less suspensions” and “better behavior.” OK Parents, you must be primed to find out the details on this one, I’m sure! I know I was… At Huntington East Middle School, non-violent and non-abusive (this means verbally) behaviors are being offered up to […]
Fascinating Photo Shows Power Of Breast Milk
Vicky Greene is a 31-year old science student. She wanted to carry out an experiment showing the power of breast milk at different ages. Greene took a picture of six petri dishes, all of which contained bacteria and breast milk. Some of the samples are from her own feedings of a three month old, they are […]
CPS Arrest Single Mom For Homeschooling. Um, Wait…..
The debate over whether homeschooling is or isn’t a beneficial method of schooling certainly rages on. I think most of us can agree that both sides of the debate certainly have merit. But one of the most important things we can all have, as parents, is parental choice. And the following news story is an […]
PARENTS: ‘Why I Struggle In Dealing With The BPA Toxin Issue’
I’ve struggled with the whole “BPA” mania. Like most of you out there, I want to do the very best for my children and I heed most every warning put out there. I know that some parents believe BPA to be fear mongering, however, I think the science, over the years, has certainly exposed BPA […]
BEAUTIFUL: Dad Takes Autistic Son To See Cold Play
The dad of an autistic child documented taking his son to a Coldplay concert and it is fantastic. Although it is real tear jerker, I do have to say it was on of the most uplifting thing I’ve seen in some time. “One of the best feelings being a parent is seeing their child happy. […]
50 Uses for Essential Oils In 5 Minutes or less
So you have taken the time to learn all about Essential Oils, you got a kit and opened it up … and now have no idea what to do with it! I have compiled a list of 50 uses for the more basic oils. I tried to list several that are not so commonly suggested. […]
3 Smoothie energy bowls better than Coffee
Need more energy in the morning? Want to cut back on Caffeine? The answer is an energy and nutrient packed smoothie bowl. Maybe you are getting bored with you green smoothie standbys or maybe you have a need for a post workout meal that doesn’t leave you feeling yucky after you just . OK … […]