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Detroit Girl Hospitalized After Eating Pot Cookie [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:06:14 +0000

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Let Kids Eat Their Boogers – Biochemist Claims It's Good For Them [Video]

Steph — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:30:27 +0000

Where was the last place you caught someone picking their nose? At a traffic light, or at a playground? After picking, did they eat what ended up on the end of their finger? Eating boogers has always been a huge social no-no, but a Canadian biochemist is working to change that with a very thought provoking hypothesis!

Meet the Six-Year-Old Hero Who Saved His Sister's Life [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 12:19:33 +0000

He's cute, articulate, and now he's being called a hero for assisting rescue workers and his dad who saved his baby sister's life.

Could Smaller Plates Be The Cure For Childhood Obesity?

Steph — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:00:36 +0000

Eat less, exercise more. Seems like an easy enough concept, but it isn’t working to cure the problem of childhood obesity yet. New research offered in the journal Pediatrics has a new idea, and it’s simplicity might just work! It’s estimated that 1 in 3 children in the United States are obese. Parents and kids [...]

Iconic Sears Portrait Studios Closing Permanently

Steph — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:14:55 +0000

It was an annual event for the Barber babies. The trip to the Sears Portrait Studio was a big deal in our house and in countless homes across the United States. Sadly though, a post on their website indicates that this iconic tradition may not be an option for families anymore. CPI, the parent company [...]

'Nerf Wars' Like You Imagined Them To Be As Kids

J. Patrick — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:57:19 +0000

Do you remember playing Nerf wars when you were young? Well, photography and effects have raised the bar in this new rendiiton of the game. This is just how we imagined it when we were kids. Add a little music and some great sound and visual effects and these kids are bringing the game, in [...]

Kids And The Grumpy Cat

J. Patrick — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 11:59:57 +0000

You’ve probably seen the Grumpy Cat videos, so now let’s watch kids as they view the Grumpy Cats video. It’s twice as much fun! Kids are so innocent in their expressions. Maybe the best line to express that innocence comes from the little one who says, “That’s what YouTube is — kitty videos.” Oh boy, [...]

Mid-Michigan Tanners Heads-Up Age Limits On The Way

Rod Prahin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:26:31 +0000

Take a look at this story. Make sure your not going to be breaking the law. Michigan doctors and cancer survivors are calling on the state legislature to prohibit minors from using tanning salons. Democratic-sponsored legislation announced Thursday afternoon would make it a misdemeanor for a salon owner to allow patrons under age 18 to [...]

Children's Hospital Has 'Heroes" for Windowwashers

J. Patrick — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:55:57 +0000

A Pittsburgh company that washes windows has come up with a very unique way to make cleaning the windows of a local hospital much more fun. Check this out It uses their staff dressed as Superheroes to get those windows sparkling, and the kids in the hospital love it! Superhero window washers! Can you imagine [...]

Meet Titus The Toddler Trick-Shot Specialist [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:29:48 +0000

This kid can shoot! It’s like the people at E-trade inspired a generation of toddlers to step their game up…only this kid is real!Titus is between 18 and 24 months old. He began shooting baskets shortly after learning to walk, mom and dad started filming some, and then got totally carried away.

Baby's First Steps Interrupted by Dog Pooping, Then It Really Gets Bad [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 18:58:23 +0000

Mom and Grandma are absolutely delighted, right up until things get messy.

Restaurant Gives Family a Discount for Having Well-Behaved Kids

George McIntyre — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:37:39 +0000

Is it right for restaurants to offer a discount to parents that - you know - do their jobs? Click through to see a larger image.

Safety Tips For Motorists and Parents With School Kids

J. Patrick — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 20:32:15 +0000

Winter is here and it will be for awhile. When dealing with the snow, sleet and frigid temperatures, this is a good time to remind everyone of the importance of taking every possible precaution to ensure safety on the roads this winter. Here are some winter safety tips:For motorists: * Give yourself extra time to [...]

Jeremy Finally Reaches a Parenting Milestone

Jeremy Fenech — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:43:32 +0000

As a parent, there are so many things that we look forward to and dread at the same time. Some could be considered landmarks, others more like milestones, and some can even be both. This week, I think my wife and I have hit a double-header! There are so many milestones that parents look forward [...]

What Could Be Sweeter Than a Boy, His Dog, and a Mud Puddle? [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:39:06 +0000

If you love kids, dogs, or both, we think you'll love this video.

Efficient Parents Use Roomba Vacuum to Entertain Baby and Clean Floor [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:11:53 +0000

Here's a great example of multitasking! Taking a ride on the Roomba is loads of fun, and just look at that shine!

Watch This Kid's Priceless Reaction to His Christmas Present

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:32:58 +0000

The holiday season is usually a momentous time for laughs, cheers and smiles, but this kid's reaction, while still happy, was a little different. He might not have been too psyched over that initial gift, appearing a bit apathetic, but the second one surely got to him, resulting in a response no one expected -- especially the parents.

Young Cancer Patient Has Heartwarming Meeting With His Wrestling Hero

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:00:55 +0000

Professional wrestlers may seem like tough guys, but underneath their shiny spandex outfits and long, flowing hair (clearly a sign of ultimate masculinity), they have hearts of gold. Daniel Bryan, for example, recently met with a seven-year-old boy who has had brain cancer for almost four years, and says he's Bryan's biggest fan. It's okay if you need to go grab some Kleenex before you look at the pictures.

'Golden Eagle Snatches Kid' Video Was a Hoax

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:07:11 +0000

For the past two days, the talk of the internet has been the viral video above showing an eagle snatching up a baby in Montreal. First posted on Dec 18, the sensation has since racked up nearly 17 million hits, leaving many to wonder whether or not it was real or fake.

How To Talk To Your Kids About The Connecticut School Shooting

Rod Prahin — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 13:25:25 +0000

What do you say when your child asks about yesterday’s events in Connecticut? The director of the Yale Parenting Center said there are two main principles to keep in mind: comfort and information. People should be ready to respond honestly to their children’s question, but at the level they are asked and with the minimum [...]