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Oral Sex Leads to Intercourse for Teens
A study finds that oral sex today could mean vaginal sex tomorrow.
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No More 'Happy' in Some McDonald's Kids' Meals
No toys for you! San Francisco lawmakers move to ban kids' toys from fast food meals.
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Five Easy Ways To Judge A Baby Name
In case you were wondering, you should probably avoid initials like "S.T.D." and "B.A.D."
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'Real World' Star Sean Duffy Wins House Seat
Republican Sean Duffy picked up an open seat in Wisconsin's 7th District.
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Amos Gumulira, AFP/Getty ImagesShould race be a factor in adoptions?
It's National Adoption Month! A British politician says that there are too many barriers to interracial adoption in his country. Do you think the same is true in the United States? Tell us what you think!
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Future Teachers Must Show, Not Just Tell, Skills
Professor Susan Gibbs Goetz video tapes her former student, Jasmine Zeppa who teaches her class. Credit: AP
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Standing at the edge of a pond surrounded by her class of fourth-graders, ...A new licensing system is being tested in 19 states that includes filming student teachers in their classroom and evaluating the video, also candidates must show they can prepare a lesson, tailor it to different levels of students and present it effectively.
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Tween Moms Apparently Not All That Uncommon
Please don't let this spark a new MTV reality series. Credit: Getty Images
A 10-year-old gave birth last week in a Spanish hospital, but her mother insists it's not a big deal.
They are from Romania after all, she ...Imagine missing your child's first day of kindergarten because it's your first day of high school.
Girl, 10, Gives Birth in Spain
The baby and the mother are doing fine. Credit: AP
MADRID (AP) - A 10-year-old girl has given birth in southern Spain and authorities are evaluating whether to let her and her family retain custody of the baby, an ...The baby was born last week in the city of Jerez de la Frontera, said Micaela Navarro, the Andalusia region's social affairs minister.
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Stella McCartney Goes Kiddie Chic With 2010 Holiday Collection
Snap up the Leo sweatshirt and give money to Meat-Free Monday. Credit: Stella McCartney
Famed British designer Stella McCartney launches her first kids' collection today under her own label, and, seeing as how she's ...Famed British designer Stella McCartney launches her first kids' collection today, and seeing as how she's expecting her fourth child, we're pretty sure she knows what kids -- and moms -- want.
San Francisco Lawmakers Take the 'Happy' Out of McDonald's Kids' Meals
A proposed city ordinance in San Francisco would require the giant hamburger chain to either stop putting little toys for kids in those Happy Meal boxes, or otherwise make them healthier by adding fruit and vegetable ...No toys for you! San Francisco moves to ban kids' toys from fast food meals.
Five Easy Ways To Judge A Baby Name
When it comes to choosing a baby name, trust your instincts. Credit: Nicole Hill, Getty Images
This article is courtesy of Pamela Redmond Satran of nameberry.
Many of us spend an entire nine months -- or even ...Many of us spend an entire nine months -- or even longer -- weighing the relative merits of names for our babies, but here are some tips for making the decision easier.
Laurie David Talks About Her New Book, 'The Family Dinner'
Laurie David gives tips for connecting with your kids in "The Family Dinner." Credit: Amazon
One of the best things about the work I do with parents and children is when I discover a kindred spirit, someone whose ...The co-producer of "An Inconvenient Truth" is tackling another tough topic: Getting families together for dinner.
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Snap Judgement: A Holiday Card Photo Dilemma
The author, third from left, and his clan win The Happiest Family photo contest in 1957. Credit: Davega Stores
My father was always taking pictures. Still photos, movies, he had to have all the latest equipment. We ...Contemplating this year's Christmas card photo takes on a new, and sad, meaning.
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