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Pool Rules from 2012-06-30T01:39:37
Cara Natterson, Stacia Woodcock, Holly Perkins discuss the “pool rules” every family must know. Helpful and crucial pool safety tips are given that will keep the whole family healthy, happy and saf...
ListenVacation Risks and Prevention from 2012-06-30T01:36:42
Bob Sears, MD, Scott Cohen, MD, and Holly Perkins discuss the most common vacation risks and how to treat or prevent them. Sunburn, jellyfish stings, poison ivy, and ticks: beware! Plus, some tips ...
ListenSummertime Product Warnings from 2012-06-30T01:32:21
Stacia Woodcock, Cara Natterson and Robert Sears discuss the summertime products that are safe and dangerous for use on kids. They discuss what to look for and avoid in sunscreens and insect repell...
ListenFamily Cookout Warnings from 2012-06-30T01:32:19
BBQs and picnics are a sure sign of summer. Scott Cohen, MD, Jason Rothbart, MD, and Robert Reames offer a few tips to protect against bee stings, heat stroke, and food poisoning this summer.
ListenDreft: Made for the Stuff of Babyhood from 2012-02-02T21:04:09
You have a child forever, but a baby for just one year. Dreft laundry detergent makes it special.
ListenWho is X? Unzip the Mystery from 2011-10-21T21:49:22
You’ve heard the heartbeat. You’ve seen the flashing lights. There’s someone, or something, in there, pushing and pulsing, trying to break free. Everyone is dying to know – who is it? You’ll know ...
ListenHelp Prevent Allergies in Newborns from 2011-04-20T23:05:07
Nutritionist Robert Reames gives insight on some steps parents can take to help delay or prevent their newborns from suffering from allergies.
ListenAre You Over-strollering Your Child? from 2011-04-20T23:05:07
Robert Reames reveals how "over-strollering" our children is setting bad habits which can lead to childhood obesity.
ListenThe #1 Parent-Child Quality Time Activity from 2011-04-20T23:05:07
Ann Corwin explains how walking with your child helps build strong, trusting relationships.
ListenTake 10,000 Steps from 2011-04-20T23:05:06
Holly Perkins reveals the secret that adding steps to your day can make a huge dfference, and how you can easily tell how many more steps you need to take.
ListenAre You Prepared for Allergy Season? from 2011-03-17T22:37:03
Walgreens Pharmacist Stacia Woodcock breaks down which allergies get worse during each season and gives guaranteed tips to keeping symptoms at bay.
ListenWhen Your Child is Allergic to Fluffy from 2011-03-17T22:37:02
Do you have to make a decision between your child's comfort and your beloved faithful friend? Before you send Fluffy packing Dr. Scott Cohen gives you a few happier options.
ListenBaby Allergies from 2011-03-17T21:55:53
Nurse practitioner Dyan Eybergen gives parents top tips to relieving allergy symptoms in their little ones.
ListenHow to Prevent S.I.D.S. from 2011-03-15T23:21:58
S.I.D.S., or sudden infant death syndrome, is the leading cause of death in infants between 1 month and 1 year of age. From proper bedding, to sleep positioning, to protecting a baby's sleep enviro...
ListenIs it a Cold or Allergies? from 2011-03-04T00:07:49
Tori Kropp RN give tips on how to distinguish between the two and what you can use to bring you some relief.
ListenStore Brands from 2011-03-01T01:07:14
Doctor of Pharmacy, Stacia Woodcock reveals the answer to the question, 'Are name brand medications better than store brands?'
ListenWhat is Your Favorite Children's Book? from 2011-02-23T00:11:03
It goes without saying that reading with and to your children has many benefits. Some of our children's most memorable childhood experiences will revolve around reading and certain books. Goodnight...
ListenHave an Affordable, Pharmacist-Approved Medicine Cabinet from 2011-02-11T22:10:34
Doctor of Pharmacy, Stacia Woodcock gives viewers her list of pharmacist approved must-haves.
ListenAlways Say Goodbye to Your Kids from 2011-02-05T00:43:18
Registered Nurse, Joan Rice shares one of the most important parenting tips out there and how children are affected when a parent neglects to practice this.
ListenTeach Kids Emotional Education from 2011-02-05T00:43:18
Teaching our children about their emotions is something that can easily be done using specific books. Dr. Anne Corwin believes using a book like, The Way I Feel, by Janan Cain, will help kids talk ...
ListenMake Bedtime Fun Time from 2011-02-05T00:43:18
Dr. Ann Corwin shares the secret to getting your kids to welcome bedtime rather than rail against it.
ListenEnding Temper Tantrums from 2011-02-05T00:43:17
Dr. Foster Cline shares the secret to dealing with all temper tantrums.
ListenIs Your Purse Prepared for the Unexpected? from 2011-02-04T00:57:01
Tori Kropp shares the essentials every mom should have in her purse and every kid should have in their back pack.
Listen3 Risks Springtime Holds for Your Child from 2011-02-04T00:57:01
Dr. Scott Cohen tells parents about the 3 risks for kids that come along with the springtime.
ListenSpring Cleaning for Your Budget from 2011-02-04T00:57
Shopping expert Alison Deyette shares insider secrets to whittling your budget without sacrificing your lifestyle.
ListenFoster Mom of Twins from 2011-01-03T22:16:59
One mom shares her heartwarming story about opening her family, home and heart to be a foster parent.
ListenTeaching Kids About Resolutions from 2010-12-04T01:49:33
New Year’s resolutions are not just for adults, it's actually the perfect opportunity to teach your kids the value of making, and keeping promises.
ListenAre You Spoiling Your Kids? from 2010-12-04T01:39:44
During the holiday season kids can easily get spoiled with so many gifts, parenting expert Ann Corwin gives parents some tips that will work year round to teach your children about the value of thi...
ListenDoes Your Child Seem Ungrateful? from 2010-12-04T01:39:44
They rip open one gift, toss it aside and ask for the next one. If you haven't taught your child how to properly receive gifts, they may just seem ungrateful. The Parenting Doctor, Ann Corwin gives...
ListenToo Young To Stop Believing in Santa Claus? from 2010-12-04T01:39:44
What to do when an older child tells your 3 or 4 year old there’s no Santa? Ann Corwin offers a few tips to answering the Santa question.
ListenHoliday Mistakes Parents Make from 2010-12-02T21:19:47
Parenting expert Betsy Brown Braun reveals the top mistakes parents make during the holidays. Are you guilty?
ListenHidden Holiday Health Risks from 2010-12-02T21:19:46
Did you know certain common holiday spices can effect medications? Doctor of Pharmacy Stacia Woodcock fills us in on some hidden risks so you and your family will enjoy Healthy Holidays! (**Please ...
Listen3 Resolutions Your Family Should Make from 2010-12-02T21:19:46
Parenting experts Bonnie Zucker, Susan Stiffelman and Joanne Stern reveal the 3 resolutions every family should make to ensure a strong family bond this New Year.
ListenKeep Your Kids Home From School! from 2010-12-02T01:23:35
Tips to keeping your child's immunity up and top medical experts list the symptoms that are safe to send a kid to school with, and the symptoms that need to stay home.
ListenHoliday Survival Guide: The Give to Get Rule from 2010-11-24T20:01:27
Dr. Ann Corwin shares an invaluable holiday tip that will teach your children how to comprehend "empathy" and philanthropy.
ListenMust Have Holiday Toys from 2010-11-23T20:43:35
What's your "must have" toy this holiday season? Tell us what's on your child's wish list and you'll be entered for the chance to win an awesome wooden work bench by Melissa & Doug, PLUS a $150...
ListenHoliday Survival Guide: Surviving Holiday Guests from 2010-11-20T03:01:34
There’s nothing that adds stress to the holidays like relatives coming to stay. Ann Corwin offers survival tips to insure that everyone is still talking to each other by the time they leave.
ListenAdoption: Finding My Birth Mother from 2010-11-20T01:22:59
This episode focuses in on the issues raised by adoption, a process that can lead to great joy and tremendous pain. We’re grateful to Karen Goulet for sharing her touching experience of finding her...
Listen3 Tips to Holiday Sanity from 2010-11-16T21:03:30
Mr Dad himself, Armin Brott shares 3 tips to help parents manuever through the holidays with their stress levels low and their sanity in tact!
ListenGetting Through the Holidays as a Single Parent from 2010-11-16T21:03:28
The holidays can be difficult , especially for single parents. Dr. Ann Corwin shares expert advice on keeping your holiday spirits up.
ListenFrom Stay-at-Home Mom to Stand-up Comic from 2010-11-11T02:08:55
After giving up a full time career in television development to stay home with her three young children, Sarah Maizes started to wonder when she would have time for herself again. She started by ta...
ListenWhat are You Thankful for This Holiday Season? from 2010-11-11T01:51:34
Tell us what you're most thankful for this Thanksgiving, and you will be entered for the chance to win $150 Visa Gift Card, plus we will match $150 towards the charity of your choice.
ListenDiabetes & the Holidays (B) from 2010-11-01T18:36:19
Holiday eating and holiday stress can create a dangerous combination for Diabetics and those who may be at risk for Diabetes. Our experts share what you need to know to navigate the holidays safely...
ListenDiabetes & the Holidays (D) from 2010-11-01T18:22:30
Holiday eating and holiday stress can create a dangerous combination for Diabetics and those who may be at risk for Diabetes. Our experts share what you need to know to navigate the holidays safely...
ListenDiabetes & the Holidays from 2010-10-29T22:54:21
Holiday eating and holiday stress can create a dangerous combination for Diabetics and those who may be at risk for Diabetes. Our experts share what you need to know to navigate the holidays safely...
ListenAm I at Risk for Diabetes? from 2010-10-29T22:54:20
Always thirsty? Ravenously hungry? Eyes get blurry sometimes? You might be at risk for Diabetes. Our medical experts share the symptoms you should not ignore and reveal who's most at risk. Dr. Scot...
ListenHow Do You Nourish Your Child? from 2010-10-28T22:33:36
Spending quality time with your child goes beyond togetherness. Your time with them is also an opportunity to nourish their developing bodies and minds. With that in mind, we asked a few of our fav...
ListenWhy I Chose a Home Birth from 2010-10-27T18:41:39
After three successful pregnancies and deliveries, Lora, a registered nurse, assumed and even planned on having her fourth child at the hospital. However, when the hospital she was to deliver at an...
ListenFact or Fiction: You Can Overload a Baby's System with Vaccines from 2010-10-22T19:10:21
In his Fact or Fiction series, Dr. Scott Cohen addresses a question he's often asked by parents, "Can a baby's immune system be overloaded with too many vaccines?" Dr. Cohen explains fascinating fa...
ListenFact or Fiction: Vaccines Can Trigger Autism from 2010-10-22T19:10:21
In his Fact or Fiction series, Dr. Scott Cohen addresses a question he's often asked by parents, "Can the MMR or mercury and thimerosal vaccines trigger autism?" Updated information you may not hav...
ListenFact or Fiction: High Fever Causes Seizures & Brain Damage from 2010-10-22T19:10:21
In his Fact or Fiction series, Dr. Scott Cohen addresses a question he's often asked by parents, "Does a high fever cause seizures and brain damage in children?"
ListenFact or Fiction: Early Exposure to Pets Can Decrease Risk of Allergies from 2010-10-22T19:10:20
In his Fact or Fiction series, Dr. Scott Cohen addresses a question he's often asked by parents, "Can exposing a newborn to pets decrease their risk of allergies?"
ListenFact or Fiction: Breastfed Babies Are Healthier from 2010-10-15T22:49:41
Are babies that are exclusively fed breastmilk, always healthier than babies who use formula? Not necessarily, says Dr. Scott Cohen. Breastfeeding can reduce many risks such as upper respiratory in...
ListenMilitary Mom from 2010-10-14T20:51:43
Military mom Vivian Greentree shares her personal experience with having a husband in the army and overseas. This is Her Story...
ListenRaising a Son with Tourettes from 2010-10-13T00:38:08
Debbie Weitzman-Ward is mom to 3 boys, Logan,17, Houston,15 and Cole,7. When Houston was about 9 years old, she would get reports from his teachers that he was being disruptive and displaying odd b...
ListenReborn with a Baby Diagnosed with Down Syndrome from 2010-10-13T00:38:07
According to all the tests, when Loreni Delgado was pregnant, there was only a 1 in 8,021 chances that her son would be born with Down syndrome. Therefore, there was no reason for her doctor to sug...
ListenFall Safety & Precautions from 2010-10-12T21:54:04
If there was an emergency right now, would your family be prepared? Our experts share the most important elements you should have in place before an emergency strikes.
ListenFall Fitness from 2010-10-12T21:54:04
Mindy Roberts gets help from our experts to start a Fall fitness program... when all she really wants to do is curl up with the kids and eat comfort foods!
Featuring Elizabeth Ward, Robert Ream...
Cry it Out: Does it Cause Harm? from 2010-10-11T22:35:42
Parents Ask Kicks off our new series, Fact or Fiction with Dr. Scott Cohen, author of Eat, Sleep, Poop, to address the top questions he's asked as a pediatrician. Today's topic... "Crying it Out" o...
ListenRaising Kids with Sleep Issues from 2010-10-05T01:05:41
At some point, says Samantha Green, mom to 3 kids under 5, sleep has been the main project-- Everything revolves around sleep. Days are spent planning for nights, and nights are spent planning for ...
ListenSimple Homemade Halloween Costumes! from 2010-10-01T17:51:18
Who says you have to be a seamstress (or your mother) to make a homemade Halloween Costume? Managing Editor Jennifer Brandt shares her super simple secret for a homemade Halloween costume. Leave a ...
ListenThe iXL Is Mine-PA-v2 from 2010-09-29T00:45:52
ListenH1N1: What Do I Need To Know? from 2010-09-22T23:38:13
With H1N1 infecting so many last cold and flu season, a pregnant mother asks our experts about the concerns she should have about the virus and the vaccine this year.
ListenRefresh Your Medicine Cabinet from 2010-09-22T18:26:33
Learn the rules for a medicine cabinet clean out! What to toss, how to toss it and the essentials no medicine cabinet should be without this year.
ListenCar Seat Safety Sweepstakes from 2010-09-18T00:03:54
In honor of Child Passenger Safety Week, we want to know, who installed your car seat? Is it installed properly? Who installed it?
ListenHelp This Little Girl Get Her iXL Back! - PA from 2010-09-17T22:08:31
ListenThe iXL Is Mine-PA-v1 OLD LONG from 2010-09-17T22:08:20
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ListenProper Age to Give Up the Pacifier from 2010-09-02T22:40:34
For many kids, their pacifier is their form of comfort, but what is the right age for the binky to go bye bye? Dr. Cara Natterson explains the medical problems that extend pacifier use can cause an...
ListenPrepare Your Child to Get a Needle from 2010-09-02T22:40:33
Bonnie Zucker gives parents a helpful trick to prepare your child for getting the dreaded needle.
ListenDon't Use Bedtime as Punishment from 2010-09-02T22:40:33
Dr. Ann Corwin explains the damage that can be done by using bedtime as a means of punishment.
ListenKeep Kids Healthy at School from 2010-09-01T23:08:58
Tori Kropp, Cara Natterson and Robert Reames give expert tips on keeping your kids' immune systems strong and list the symptoms that are safe to send a kid to school with, and the symptoms that sho...
ListenGetting to Know Your Flu Vaccine from 2010-09-01T21:10:20
Dr Scott Cohen, Dr. Bob Sears, and Doctor of Pharmacy for Walgreens, Stacia Woodcock give you the must have, most up to date info about this season's flu vaccine. Who absolutely should and should n...
ListenGetting Ready For Cold & Flu Season from 2010-09-01T17:44:01
Giyen Kim from baconismyenemy.com asks our experts about a problem we often have when we're standing in front of rows and rows of cold and flu medications at the drugstore... what do I get? Dr. Car...
ListenDon't Bring Home the Flu from 2010-09-01T01:31:49
Dr. Scott Cohen, Dr. Cara Natterson and health & fitness expert, Holly Perkins give expert advice on how to build up your immunity and tips to avoid bringing the flu home from sick co-workers a...
ListenHow to Tell if Your Child is Truly Sick from 2010-09-01T01:15:15
Karen Walrond from chookooloonks.com asks our experts for help in figuring out if her daughter is really sick or just faking it to stay home form school. Our experts Betsy Brown Braun, Tori Kropp a...
ListenIdentifying Products That Are All Natural from 2010-08-31T22:49:16
With so many products calling themselves "green" and "natural" how do you know if it's really true? Dr. Daniel Fabricant from the Natyral Products Association tells you what to look for.
ListenSpeech Delay? from 2010-08-27T18:46:12
Dana's 22 year old, Tobias knows about 30 words really well, but he tends to only pronounce the first syllable of others like ca for cat. Does he have a speech delay? Speech Pathologist Carly Fried...
Listen(OLD) Vacation Risks and Prevention from 2010-08-25T19:00:45
ListenBack to School Ritual from 2010-08-20T23:11:37
Managing Editor Jennifer Brandt shares her favorite back to school ritual. What is yours?
ListenGood Bite Back To School Promo from 2010-08-20T23:11:26
ListenChoosing a Day Care: Top Tips for Every Parent! from 2010-08-18T01:40:04
Ann Corwin shares quick tips to finding the perfect daycare. What you should look for and what you should avoid.
ListenBacterial vs. Viral from 2010-08-17T22:00:22
ListenDoes My Baby Have Colic? from 2010-08-13T22:56:37
Ann Douglas breaks down the basics of colic and offers some expert advice on soothing a colicky baby.
ListenWhy Does my Child Need a Physical? from 2010-08-11T19:33:41
Medical experts Scott Cohen, Sandra Festa Ryan and Tori Kropp explain why your child needs a yearly physical and what exams and tests you don't want your child to go without.
ListenTransitioning From Summertime to Schooltime from 2010-08-03T20:40:19
Foster Cline, Dyan Eyebergen and Betsy Brown Braun help parents and kids transition their brains and body clocks out of lazy vacation mode and back to a school time schedule.
ListenBack to School from 2010-08-02T21:32:14
Once again, summer has come and gone and your now sun-kissed kiddies are gearing up to go back to school. Between summer camp, a few family road trips, and long days at the pool, you and your kid...
ListenGB Promo - July: Kat from 2010-08-02T21:31:58
What better to do on a hot summer day than relax pool-side and cool down by indulging in your favorite summer cocktail. Although it may sound like a strange combo, my absolute favorite summer sippe...
ListenSleep Training from 2010-08-02T20:12:11
Elizabeth is about to begin sleep training with baby Calvin but she has a few questions... to swaddle or not to swaddle? Use a pacifier or let him find his thumbs? Sleep expert Jennifer Waldburger ...
ListenSibling Fights from 2010-07-21T01:12:23
Meredith is the mother of three girls, ages 12, 4, and 2. She is frustrated with her youngest daughters' constant bickering and is seeking some tips on how to deal with it and how to curb it. Joa...
ListenMom of All Ages from 2010-07-20T01:15:49
Meredith Groenvelt is parenting a preteen and two toddlers and is looking for some advice on how to find balance. Susan Stiffelman, author of Parenting Without Contact Struggles, offers Meredith s...
ListenAm I Raising a Hoarder? from 2010-07-13T02:05:51
Dana is the mother of four kids, and her oldest, 6-year-old Esme, is an avid collector of... everything. Dana doesn't want to discourage her curiosity but is worried she's raising a hoarder. Bonnie...
ListenFlu-Proof Your Child from 2010-07-10T02:13:59
Dr. Bob Sears gives expert advice on keeping your child healthy through flu season. Helpful tips are given on vaccines, immunity building foods and healthy practices that the whole family should fo...
ListenGoing Back to Work Guilt Free from 2010-07-09T18:30:34
Dr. Foster Cline helps mothers struggling with the guilt of leaving the kids to go back to the workforce. Reveals affirming statistics that a working mom has positive affects on her kids.
ListenEnding Food Battles from 2010-07-09T18:30:34
Dr. Cara Natterson gives parents the secret to getting your children involved with a healthy food planning process, so that they understand what healthy foods do for their bodies. These expert tips...
ListenProper Use of Time Out from 2010-07-09T18:30:34
Dr. Ann Corwin gives parents the secrets to performing a proper time out, what the true purpose of time out is, and explains that it should not be used as punishment.
ListenTraveling With Twins: What You Need to Know! from 2010-07-02T20:58:22
Flying with a baby for the first time is sure to cause anxiety in any mom, but can you imagine taking a transatlantic flight ... with twins!? Today, Parents Ask expert Betsy Brown Braun offers tips...
ListenLose Your Baby Belly from 2010-07-01T20:55:31
Erin O'Brien gives expert advice on retraining the muscles in and around your tummy in order to lose your baby belly.
ListenWhen to Stop Breastfeeding from 2010-07-01T20:55:31
Jason Rothbart lists the benefits of breastfeeding, including increased weight loss if you go past 6 months, and explains that it's a mother's personal decision if, and when to stop, breastfeeding.
ListenWeight Loss After Pregnancy from 2010-07-01T20:55:31
Erin O'Brien explains how long after a C-section and after natural birth, you must wait before exercising, the best types of exercise to begin with and what to avoid.
ListenBanking Baby's Cord Blood from 2010-07-01T20:55:30
Jason Rothbart explains the life saving reasons for banking or donating your baby's umbilical cord blood before it gets discarded. And the differences between using a Private Bank or donating to a ...
ListenThings To Avoid During Pregnancy from 2010-07-01T20:55:02
Haircoloring? Microwaves? Your cat? Jason Rothbart lists the things you want to stay away from during your pregnancy, and busts a few myths about things that are really not so bad.
ListenHigh Risk Pregnancy: Conceiving Over 35 from 2010-07-01T20:55:01
The age of 35 is no longer considered the standard to automatically be considered high risk. Jason Rothbart gives insight into what you need to know about conceiving over 35.
ListenPregnancy Yoga from 2010-06-30T23:52:44
Erin O’Brien explains the dos and don’ts of doing yoga while pregnant. Helpful tips and yoga poses are demonstrated that will ease pain and re-energize your body
ListenHP Sugar Jones-Snapfish from 2010-06-30T04:24:49
Blogger Sugar Jones finds a great new way to turn making a family photo album truly a family affair.
ListenHP Janice and Susan-Coupons from 2010-06-30T04:24:29
Twin sisters Janice Croze and Carraretto of 5 Minutes for Mom know that planning a kid's birthday party takes a village... and some cash. How do they do it? Using their HP Photosmart Premium Printe...
ListenHP Unboxing 2 from 2010-06-30T04:24:29
ListenHP Gabrielle Blair-Google Maps from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
thedesignmom.com just moved with her brood of 5 kids (and one on the way) from New York to Colorado. With the help of her HP Photosmart Premium with TouchSmart Web printer and Google maps she was ...
ListenHP Katie Linendoll-Fandango from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
Sure. Buying movie tickets online makes life a lot easier when you have a hectic and full schedule. But what if you could speed this process up even more? Tech guru Katie Linendoll of Talk Nerdy To...
ListenHP Best Of from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
ListenHP Unboxing 1 from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
ListenHP Gwen Bell-Google Maps from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
Entrepreneur Gwen Bell from gwenbell.com has the freedom to work where she wants -- and it's often at her kitchen table. With her HP Photosmart Premium with TouchSmart Web printer on her counter, ...
ListenHP Dana Loesch-Fandango from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
If Dana Loesch, mother of two home-schooled boys and author of Mamalogues, can squeeze in a movie date night, so can you. Here's how she does it!
ListenHP Sugar Jones-Dreamworks from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
Need a quick activity to keep your kids distracted (and entertained)? Busy mom blogger Sugar Jone of SugarJones.TV has the answer!
ListenHP Dana Loesch-Dreamworks from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
Mother, talk radio host and founder of mamalogues.com, Dana Loesch makes good use of her HP Photosmart Premium with TouchSmart Web printer when her son comes to visit her at the radio station. Wit...
ListenHP Cat Schwartz-Snapfish from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
Goodbye, clunky gadgets and cords! Cat Schwartz, eBay Tech Director and founder of HiTech Mommy, shows off the easiest way to print photos at home. This is one stop shopping at it's best!
ListenHP Amy Lupold-Coupons from 2010-06-30T04:24:28
How does mom blogger Amy Lupold of Resourceful Mommy balance work, life and kids... at once? Using an awesome application on her HP Photosmart Premium with TouchSmart Web ... Check it out!
ListenCircumcision Indecision: Making the Best Choice for Your Son from 2010-06-30T04:24:26
Pediatricians Scott Cohen, MD (author, Eat, Sleep, Poop), Cara Natterson, MD (author, Dangerous or Safe), and Bob Sears, MD (author, The Baby Book) weigh the pros and cons of circumcising a baby bo...
ListenPotty Training: Do's and Don'ts from 2010-06-30T04:24:26
The good news: you've potty trained one kid, now it's time for the other. The bad news: Boys and girls require a little different "training." Today, Parents Ask experts Dr. Foster Cline, Betsy Brow...
ListenPregnancy Drinking: Good Idea? Bad Idea? from 2010-06-30T04:24:26
Our experts weigh in on the much debated and controversial topic of drinking alcohol during pregnancy. Is it a good idea or a bad idea? Let their answers guide you...
ListenDealing With Bullies from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Jessica Gottlieb asks how parents can help a child who's been bullied and how we can help our child not be bullied in the future. Parents Ask experts Foster Cline, Betsy Brown Braun and Bonnie Zuck...
ListenTime Out: More Harm Than Good? from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
The "D" word. Discipline. One of the most challenging aspects of parenting. So how do you decide on which method to use and how do you know if it causes more harm than good? Our Parents Ask experts...
ListenSwine Flu Vaccine: Dangerous or Safe? from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
To vaccinate or not to vaccinate? The debate over the swine flu vaccine wages on with advocates for and proponents against speaking up and speaking out about the safety and effectiveness of the sh...
ListenThree in a Bed: Co-Sleeping Pros and Cons from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Betsy Brown Braun, author of "Just Tell Me What To Say", Elizabeth Pantley, author of "The No Cry Sleep Solution" and Dr. Bob Sears, author of "The Vaccine Book" weigh in on the pros and cons of sl...
ListenCreating Positive Bedtime Rituals from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Parents Ask presents this look at how to create positive bedtime rituals, with information provided by pediatrician Dr. Scott Cohen, mommy blogger Lisa Belkin, and Parenting Consultant Ann Corwin. ...
ListenThe Pacifier Debate from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Pacifier fears and the simple notion that it actually does work and can help soothe an upset baby or child leaves most parents conflicted and confused. Today, Lenore Skenazy, author of Free Range K...
ListenDiaper Drama: Causes, Concerns and Cures from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
What does diarrhea plus constipation plus diaper rash equal? Diaper Drama. Serious diaper drama. Today, Parents Ask experts Dr. Bob Sears, Dr. Scott Cohen, and Dr. Cara Natterson discuss this issue...
ListenPregnant Sex from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
During pregnancy, does intimacy have to suffer? No! While there can be physical and emotional challenges for both partners. in most cases, sex during pregnancy can continue and a couple can maintai...
ListenWorried about Swine Flu? This Doctor Says You Shouldn't. from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Pediatricians Dr. Jay Gordon, Dr. Cara Natterson and Dr. Bob Sears discuss the media hype vs the real dangers of the swine flu. With a "left, right and center" approach, our Parents Ask experts sha...
ListenMommy Over Daddy: Dealing With Your Toddler's Parental Preferences from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Psychiatrist Dr. Foster Cline (co-author of Parenting with Love and Logic), Elizabeth Pantley (author of the "No Cry" series of books), and Dr. Bonnie Zucker (author of Anxiety-Free Kids) discuss a...
ListenCry-it-Out - Good or Bad? from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Dr. Scott Cohen, author of Eat Sleep Poop, Dr. Bob Sears, author of The Baby Book, and Dr. Lynne Kenney, author of The Family Coach Method discuss the sometimes controversial Cry It Out Method of s...
ListenColicky Baby: Comforting Your Fussy Baby from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Dr. Scott Cohen, author of Eat, Sleep, Poop, Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Soution, and Dr. Bob Sears, author of The Baby Book, discuss the possible causes of colic and offer some h...
ListenSleeping Through the Night: How to Help Your Baby Get a Good Night's Rest from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
"Will my baby ever start sleeping through the night?" is a common lament from parents of newborns. Our experts, Elizabeth Pantley, Ann Corwin MD and Tanya Altmann MD weigh in on this topic, assur...
ListenCreating a Healthy Media Diet for Your Kids from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
How much screen time is enough? How much screen time is too much? Our parents ask experts, Ann Corwin, Betsy Brown Braun and Monica Vila share their advice and offer their insight about kids and ...
ListenFlu Shots for Kids: Protecting Your Family This Winter from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
Pediatricians Dr. Tanya Altmann (author of Mommy Calls: Dr. Tanya Answers Parents’ Top 101 Questions About Babies and Toddlers), Dr. Scott Cohen (author of Eat, Sleep, Poop: A Common Sense Guide to...
ListenSibling Rivalry from 2010-06-30T04:24:25
No matter how cookie cutter they seemed, even The Brady's dealt with sibling rivalry. Peter was jealous of Greg. Cindy was jealous of Peter. And everyone was jealous of Marcia. Marcia, Marcia, Marc...
ListenChores vs. Allowance: To Pay or Not to Pay from 2010-06-30T04:24:24
Even if your kids are still in diapers, it's never to early to teach them the value of contributing to the daily operations of the house-- that is--Chores! But as they get older, your child will pr...
ListenOverscheduled Kids: Giving Children Downtime from 2010-06-30T04:24:24
New York Times blogger Lisa Belkin (Motherlode), therapist Betsy Brown Braun (author of Just Tell Me What to Say: Sensible Tips and Scripts for Perplexed Parents), and Eli Davidson (author of Funky...
ListenPre-Pregnancy Fitness: Preparing Your Body for Pregnancy from 2010-06-30T04:24:24
Giving birth is one of the most challenging physical events in a woman's life and it's never too early to start to get in shape. Join our Parents Ask fitness experts Robert Reames, Holly Perkins a...
ListenThe Food Battle: What Works? What Doesn't? from 2010-06-30T04:24:24
Betsy Brown Braun, Lisa Belkin, and Dr. Cara Natterson weigh on The Food Battle. Betsy has some insight on what works, while Lisa gives parents some tips on what doesn't work. Pediatrician Dr. Natt...
ListenWhen Maternity Leave Ends: Dealing With Your Back to Work Doubts from 2010-06-30T04:24:24
Psychiatrist Dr. Foster Cline (co-author of Parenting With Love & Logic), Dr. Ann Corwin (The Parenting Doctor and creator of DVD series The Child Connection: Simple Parenting Solutions), and D...
ListenToddlers: How to Get Them to Sit and Eat! from 2010-06-30T00:53:37
Jamie, mother of 13-month-old twins Charlotte and Olivia, is getting worried about Charlotte's sudden reluctance to fruits and vegetables, and to the high chair. Lynne Kenney, author of The Family ...
ListenHow To Limit Sweets from 2010-06-28T22:37:22
Dr. Cara Natterson shares expert advice on how many sweets a child should be allowed and offers tips to effectively limit their sweets.
ListenWhen Your Baby Only Wants Mommy from 2010-06-28T22:37:22
Elizabeth Pantley helps parents who have a clingy baby. Expert advice is given to help baby feel more comfortable out of mommy’s arms.
ListenAllowance: Do Young Children Need It? from 2010-06-28T22:37:22
Dr. Foster Cline explains why young children should not be given money to do chores, and gives tips on how to set positive examples when it comes to young children helping out around the house.
ListenHow to Prevent a Mean Girl from 2010-06-28T22:37:22
Dr. Ann Corwin shares the secrets to keeping your daughter from becoming a mean girl. Helpful tips are given to teach young girls emotional education and how to deal with feelings or envy in a heal...
ListenEasing Baby's Separation Anxiety from 2010-06-28T22:37:22
Separation anxiety is a very normal emotional development for young children, especially babies. Often times, moms who are returning to work after a few months (or in some cases, years) see that th...
ListenWhy You Shouldn't Let Kids Quit from 2010-06-28T22:37:20
What do you do when you sign your child up for an activity or sport and midway through the season, they desperately want to quit? Parents Ask expert Betsy Brown Braun offers tips on ways parents ca...
ListenBaby Blues: Tips for Getting Back in to Sync from 2010-06-28T22:36:50
Erin O'Brien explains why you may have the "baby blues", how long it usually lasts and what you can do to help get rid of it and get your body and hormones back in sync.
ListenBreastfeeding & Alcohol from 2010-06-28T22:36:50
Elizabeth Ward gives expert insight into drinking alcohol during the time you're breastfeeding. The affects it has on your baby, and the precautions to take if you do drink when breastfeeding.
ListenBaby Food: Dos & Don'ts from 2010-06-28T22:36:49
If your baby is ready for solids, don't freak out. There are as many benefits to store bought foods as homemade foods. Today, Elizabeth Ward shares her tips on what kinds of store bought foods to ...
ListenSmoking & Pregnancy from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Ann Douglas explains the hazards of smoking and the benefits of a smoke-free pregnancy.
ListenPregnancy Weight Gain from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Tori Kropp gives advice on weight gain and pregnancy. How much weight gain is ideal and how to gauge your food intake.
ListenTrying to Conceive After Miscarriage from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Ann Douglas gives advice on what you should know before you try to conceive again after a miscarriage. How to eliminate risks of another miscarriage and the questions to ask yourself before trying ...
ListenBoy or Girl: Can You Tell? from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Ann Douglas goes through the old wives tales of how to tell what the sex of your baby will be. How these tales came to be and can they really predict whether you will have a boy or girl?
ListenMorning Sickness Cures from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Tori Kropp gives helpful morning sickness cures. How to prevent, avoid and deal with morning sickness.
ListenFoods to Avoid During Pregnancy from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Elizabeth Ward gives expert advice on foods to avoid during your pregnancy.
ListenHome Birth vs Hospital Birth from 2010-06-28T22:36:41
Tori Kropp explains the pros and cons of having a homebirth. Helpful facts are given to consider when deciding between delivering your child in a hospital or at home
ListenBaby Names: Do's & Don'ts from 2010-06-28T22:36:39
Was choosing a baby name the hardest part of being pregnant? Ann Douglas gives helpful tips on choosing the name of your baby -- how to pass name tests, what you should keep in mind, and what to av...
ListenWeaning Woes from 2010-06-28T22:36:36
Amy Kaplan seeks advice from Ann Douglas, author of The Mother of All Baby Books, on weaning her daughter Gabi. When it comes to weaning, slow is the way to go!
ListenBedtime Stalling: Nip it in the Bud! from 2010-06-28T22:36:36
Kim Blando is at the end of her rope with her 2.5 year old daugher Sue, who is queen of stalling at bedtime. Jill Spivack of Sleepy Planet gives Kim a workable game plan to get Sue to stay in bed. ...
ListenDealing with Temper Tantrums from 2010-06-28T22:36:36
Everything is going great. In order. Calm. Perfect. Then, SMACK. BOOM. ARGGH. Your child flips out and a full blown temper tantrum errupts. Sometimes it's because you're enforcing a rule, or taking...
ListenThe Toothbrush Battle: Tips For Every Parent from 2010-06-28T22:36:36
Why is it so impossible to get your young child to brush their teeth without losing your mind?! Today, Parents Ask Managing Editor Jennifer Brandt shares her toothbrushing battle with her toddler w...
ListenTop Tips for a Healthy Diet During Pregnancy from 2010-06-28T22:36:30
Sure, cheeseburgers and nachos sound more appealing than grilled chicken. But let's face it, junk food is not necessarily the best choice during pregnancy. Today, Parents Ask contributor Tori Kropp...
ListenShaping Young Tastes from 2010-06-28T21:15:49
Bob Sear, Robert Reames and Holly Perkins give expert advice on shaping your children’s tastes to get them on a healthier nutritional path. Tips are given on what foods affect children’s behavior a...
ListenLimiting Summertime TV from 2010-06-28T21:15:49
Robert Mackenzie, Bonnie Zucker and Robert Reames help parents get their kids away from T and video games, to get out and enjoy the summer. Experts give tips on the type of play to encourage and ad...
ListenPrepare For A Successful School Year from 2010-06-28T21:15:21
Ann Corwin, Foster Cline and Susan Stiffelman give expert advice on how to prepare a child who had a difficult school year to do better in the coming year. Tips are given to help determine where th...
ListenThe Best Diet for Breastfeeding Moms from 2010-06-28T19:05:24
Elizabeth Ward lists what you should and should not include in your diet while breastfeeding.
ListenSticking to a Sleep Routine While Traveling from 2010-06-28T18:31:46
Parents Ask reader Amy Everett just gave birth to her son Cole. Fortunately for Amy, Cole has been sleeping in his crib since he came home from the hospital, but with some upcoming trips planned, ...
ListenHelping Mom Cope With Seperation Anxiety from 2010-06-17T20:20:14
Joanne Stern and Lenore Skenazy help parents deal with leaving the kids for the first time.
ListenPreparing Your Child For Summer Camp from 2010-06-10T21:35:45
Bonnie Zucker, Robert Reames and Ann Corwin help parents get their children prepared to go to sleepaway camp. Expert advice is given to help kids cope with homesickness and feel comfortable with th...
ListenParents Ask - Walgreens Intro from 2010-05-26T00:09:59
Walgreens' Pharmacist, Stacia Woodcock, introduces the audience to the new collaboration between Walgreens and Parents Ask.
ListenFostering a Good Mother-Daughter Relationship from 2010-05-18T19:38:28
Bonnie Zucker, Robert Reames and Ann Corwin help parents get their children prepared to go to sleepaway camp. Expert advice is given to help kids cope with homesickness and feel comfortable with th...
ListenMaintaining Your Ideal Body Weight from 2010-05-17T22:32:59
Ron Mathews, Robert Reames and Holly Perkins discuss how to find and maintain your ideal body weight. Helpful fitness solutions are given to address what you might be doing wrong that could be work...
ListenVaccine: Adverse Effects from 2010-05-14T00:22:33
Dr. Bob Sears, author of The Vaccine book, shares some common signs of adverse reactions to vaccines. While severe reactions are rare, it's important to recognize them so that no further doses of ...
Listen6 Habits of the Healthy Mom from 2010-05-13T19:47:23
Cara Natterson, Ron Mathews and Betsy Brown Braun give 6 habits that every mom should be doing. An M.D., a therapist and a fitness expert share 6 simple tips that will greatly impact your physical ...
ListenProtecting Mom's Health from 2010-05-13T19:04:50
Scott Cohen, Jason Rothbart and Holly Perkins discuss important check ups and exams moms should be most concerned about. Helpful information about necessary exams, new means of contraception and im...
ListenPAW1 v3 OLD from 2010-05-13T19:04:26
ListenADHD: How to Identify and Treat the Symptoms from 2010-05-09T16:47:58
ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a very common, yet treatable illness found in children. Join our Parents Ask experts Thomas Phelan, MD, Robert McKenzie, MD and Bonnie Zucker, Psy...
ListenSwine Flu Vaccine & Pregnancy from 2010-05-09T16:46:58
Dr. Jay Gordon, author of the DVD "Vaccinations? Assessing the Risks and Benefits", Dr. Cara Natterson, author of "Dangerous or Safe?", and Dr. Bob Sears, author of "The Vaccine Book" discuss the s...
ListenProtective vs. Paranoid: Is Stranger Danger Real? from 2010-05-09T16:46:20
Are you freaked out by "stranger danger"? Do horrible stories on the news make you feel like you'd rather keep your kid in a bubble than risk something awful happening to them? Today, Parents Ask e...
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