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Fun and easy birthday parties
Posted on Tue, June 17th, 2008
Let’s face it – birthday parties can be a lot of work for parents. From the cake to the party games, to keeping a hoard of rambunctious kids entertained for an hour – parents are always looking for a... More

ONGOING CALENDAR
Posted on Wed, April 30th, 2008
Childbirth, New Baby and New Parent Programs Preparing for Pregnancy Staff members from Seton Health speak with prospective parents about getting body, mind and spirit ready for pregnancy and... More

The Joys of Art and Music
Posted on Fri, April 25th, 2008
There are a number of summer camp programs across the Capital District that have found a great way to incorporate music and arts in summer camps. Many of these camps are available to parents for... More

Super Summer Camps!
Posted on Tue, March 25th, 2008
It is hard to believe that summer camp sign-ups are already here. Around the Capital District many organizations, schools, and clubs are announcing their summer line ups that include a wide variety... More

Camp is for every child
Posted on Tue, March 25th, 2008
Watching my son after he returned from summer camp was the first hint that remarkable growth was underway. He was engaged, giving, and confident. Viewing the camp experience as a respite from the... More

Giving back: Consider volunteering as a family
Posted on Tue, March 25th, 2008
With their hectic schedules, today’s busy families often find it difficult to make community service a priority. However, giving back together can be a fulfilling family activity. Susan Crites... More

Olympic hopefuls: JMJC athletes try to join their coach in Beijing
Posted on Mon, March 24th, 2008
When Jason Morris takes his United States Olympic judo team to China this summer, he may be bringing some of his Jason Morris Judo Center students with him. Fourteen JMJC members are ranked... More

Looking for a great local summer camp? Check out these finds!
Posted on Mon, March 24th, 2008
Albany Montessori School (Previously Pine Hills Montessori) Summer Program for Preschool to Kindergarten Children 715 Morris St., Albany Call 458-2851 or www.albanymontessori.org Bethlehem... More

Sleep safety secrets for baby
Posted on Mon, March 3rd, 2008
You adore your new baby. If you’re like millions of sleep-deprived new parents, you love him even more when he’s sound asleep. But even when their little one is in dreamland, there’s no resting easy... More

Electronic Health Records: The key to quality medical care is as close as a click away
Posted on Mon, March 3rd, 2008
Nothing matters more to a parent than the well being of their child. It is often the parent who coordinates school attendance, trips to daycare, and all aspects of their child’s health. Now,... More

Lead paint: Signs parents must know
Posted on Wed, February 6th, 2008
There have been a number of children’s toys recalled because the Consumer Product Safety Commission has found high levels of lead in these toys. From Spongebob Squarepants journals to Elmo toys... More

Dip into healthy food
Posted on Sat, February 2nd, 2008
Moms can get excited about many things that come with going back to school including the increased structure in their kids’ lives and the numerous art projects that come home as gifts. However,... More

The new fire safety web site your child needs to see
Posted on Fri, February 1st, 2008
If a fire started in your home, would your child know what to do? Every parent wants to make sure the answer is "Yes" and now there's a place they can turn for help getting the job done. The Home... More

Keep SAFE on snowmobiles and ATVs
Posted on Wed, January 16th, 2008
Winter is here; tune up the snowmobile and wheel out the ATV. But while you’re zipping through the winter wonderland on your sport vehicle, don’t forget the importance of safety. Each year, more... More

Change your batteries at daylight savings time
Posted on Thu, October 25th, 2007
Twenty years ago, the people from Energizer and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) came up with an idea that likely has saved thousands of homes and perhaps as many children. The... More

5 great vacations
Posted on Wed, June 13th, 2007
The temptation to abandon healthy eating habits is especially strong during vacations, when we are diverted from our normal routines. Away from home and on the go, it’s so easy to grab a candy bar... More

Beat the winter blues
Posted on Tue, February 27th, 2007
Winter conjures up picturesque images of pure white snow, hot cocoa and comfort foods. But as the long Northeast winter continues on, your love of all things winter may be waning. This year, beat... More