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When is a child old enough not to need a babysitter? What considerations do parents need to make regarding the duties of a babysitter? Author Vanessa Van Petten’s article, “Babysitters, Nanny’s and House Keepers Oh My,” encourages parents to consider babysitting roles beyond the normal duties of watching children.

Babysitters, Nannys, and Housekeepers Oh My

Ok, first of all, how good is that title? You know, its like my friend Dorothy said, “lions, tigers and bears oh my!” Get it?! I am always proud when I can be creative even in my titles! OK, onto the serious business and advice.
Do Teens Need Babysitters? (This was my alternate title.)
This is a question I get asked a lot and it is important to think about the role that babysitters, nannies, housekeepers, tutors… Continue Reading

Study Shows  Youngsters Use Inhalants as “Gateway” to Other Illicit Drugs

Author, Kelly Colihan, shares some alarming trends in preteen and teen use of inhalants ( Drugs administered by breathing in its vapors. Most inhalants are organic solvents such as glue and paint thinner or anesthetic gases) as “gateway” drug to other illegal and illicit drugs. Ms. Colihan and other child behavior experts share present date taken from over a half a million 12 through 17 year old student from across the United States. Child development experts are seeing increasing trends in younger children beginning to experiment with household products that include paint thinners, spray cans, glues and other toxic products to “get high.” The purpose of this article is… Continue Reading