Same Sex. No Difference.
Children of same-sex parents are as healthy as the children of different-sex parents. Listen now for the latest research.
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What We Know (Columbia Law School)
More Evidence Gay Parents Raise Well-Adjusted Kids (Healthy Day)
Lesbian and Gay Parenting (APA)
More Evidence Gay Parents Raise Well-Adjusted Kids (Healthy Day)
Lesbian and Gay Parenting (APA)
I'm Bilingual, Baby
Will simultaneously teaching two languages to your baby confuse her? Expert say the answer is nein, nee, niet, and no.
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Praise vs. Encouragement
Do you know the difference between praise and encouragement? Listen and find out!
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The Difference Between Praise and Encouragement (PBS Parents)
Encouragement Is More Effective Than Praise in Guiding Children's Behavior (Extension.org)
Praise Vs. Encouragement—Examples (PositiveDiscipline.com)
Encouragement Is More Effective Than Praise in Guiding Children's Behavior (Extension.org)
Praise Vs. Encouragement—Examples (PositiveDiscipline.com)
The Diaper Divide
There is a diaper divide in America. But together we can wipe out this problem. To contribute to Maryland Family Network’s No Child Wet Behind initiative, email Sarah Kelly (skelly@marylandfamilynetwork.org) or call at 443.873.5817.
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The Diaper Divide (WhiteHouse.gov)
Spare The Spanking
Researchers from the Universities of Texas and Michigan found that sparking does much more harm than good. Listen now to learn more.
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Spanking and Child Outcomes: Old Controversies and New Meta-Analyses (Journal of Family Psychology)
Disciplinary spanking increases childhood defiance and mental health issues (RedOrbit.com)
Where We Stand: Spanking (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Disciplinary spanking increases childhood defiance and mental health issues (RedOrbit.com)
Where We Stand: Spanking (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Take A Time Out On Time Outs
Time-outs are a common discipline technique used by parents. But authors of the best-selling book, The Whole Brain Child say this method may do more harm than good. Listen now to learn more.
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Tiny Teeth
Early childhood cavities are the number one chronic disease affecting young children in America—even more common than asthma or hay fever. The Children’s Dental Health Project has ideas for how to change that.
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Prevention starts early, improves lives, and saves money (Children's Dental Health Project)
Children’s Oral Health (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Children’s Oral Health (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
What Toys Teach?
Just because the box says "educational" doesn’t mean it’s best for your baby. Listen now and learn more.
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Make Way For Men
Most of the early care and education field is dominated by women. We’re grateful for the dedication they bring, but men can also be a huge asset during the early years. Listen now to learn how to attract more men to this important field of work.
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Invest Now, Save Later
New research from the Economic Policy Institute supports what Maryland Family Network has known for a long time -- making public investments in early childhood care and education not only helps families make ends meet but would also provide a major boost to the State’s economy. Listen now and learn more.
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It’s time for an ambitious national investment in America’s children (Economic Policy Institute)