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A New Trend Called Elimination Communication Means a Diaper-Free Baby

Randy McCoy — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:43:54 +0000

It’s called "Elimination Communication", which refers to a method of potty training children diaper-free. It’s a way to save money from buying diapers and it also helps in the over-stuffing of landfills and keeps babies from developing diaper rash. The idea of EC is to train children to go potty, in the potty, sink and toilet; behind parked cars, wherever and whenever the child has to go, while never wearing a diaper.

A Very Happy Woman Learns She is Going to be a Grandma [Video]

Renee Nelson — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:37:30 +0000

That is a VERY happy Grandma to be. This is darn sweet. Something tells me that new little baby will be spoiled in the most wonderful way. Oh, she is lucky that poor dog did not have a heart attack!

The Best Way to Wake Up a Baby Ever

Emerald Catron — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:35:54 +0000

What we want to know is does the method for waking up this baby used in this video work consistently? And does it work for all babies? Because that whole “crying” business is pretty played out. All you have to do to wake up this baby is play her favorite song. (Can you guess what [...]

Oakland Man Delivers Son With Dispatcher's Assistance

Andy Capwell — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:04:59 +0000

Glenn and Heather Adams were expecting their third child, in fact Heather was overdue. Then it happened early Thursday morning, Heather told her husband that the baby was on the way and it was time to go to the hospital. They didn't make it there. In fact, they only made it the front door of their home.

10-Year old Maine Girl Formally Charged with Manslaughter in the Death of a Fairfield Infant

B98.5 — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 22:46:12 +0000

A 10-year-old Maine girl has formally been charged with manslaughter in the death of a Fairfield infant. The girl is the youngest person to be charged with manslaughter in Maine in at least 25 years. The infant, Brooklyn Foss-Greenaway of Clinton had been left overnight with an adult baby sitter in Fairfield. The sitter called [...]

Find out the Most Popular Baby Names for 2012

Randy McCoy — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:15:18 +0000

The most popular baby names for 2012 for boys and girls have been released. The ranking of popularity is based on a single spelling of a name, for instance, Sophia and Sofia are considered two different names. The list is published by The Baby Center where mothers to be can get answers to questions about pregnancy. The center also gives advice on babies, toddlers, preschoolers even diet tips for children of any age. If has to do with children, it’s usually there.