Spankin’ New Headlines
When senior citizens sign on to tutor kids, everyone benefits. USA Today
The U.S birth rate fell in 2008 by 2 percent, likely due to the economy, but births to moms over 40 are still rising. The Chicago Tribune
Measles outbreak: when not vaccinating your child leaves her vulnerable to a potentially deadly disease. NPR
If 90 percent of moms exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months, billions of dollars and about 900 lives would be saved, according to new research. Yahoo! News
New lead-control regulations are set to take effect this month that have the potential to seriously reduce lead poisoning in kids. The New York Times
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Categories: Babies, Health & Safety, News, Pregnancy, Your Child | Tags: breastfeeding, economy, lead, measles
by Stephanie
On April 10, 2010 at 4:32 pm
I always find the most interesting links in your Spankin’ New Headlines column. Thank you!