Category Archives: Parenting

Taking care of a sick child — even when he’s fully grown

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Teresa Cook

Teresa Cook’s 27-year-old son still knows to call home when he’s feeling under the weather.

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It’s important to let preteens make some bad decisions

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Cathy Hirko

Cathy Hirko says there’s no rule book for how to be a preteen — or for how to parent one.

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Stroller fitness group provides camaraderie for moms

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Lauren Boyer

A lifelong athlete, Sara Day opened her Stroller Strides location, based at the York Galleria, in 2011 after her son Luke was born. She wanted to remain at home while contributing to the family financially.

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Mommy kisses seal the deal with angry toddler

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Laura Burkey

Laura Burkey’s 2½-year-old Amelia acted out because she was in need of some one-on-one time.

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Manners Matter — especially on your child’s prom night

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Heidi Thomas

Manners and etiquette are called for on such a landmark occasion in a young person’s life.

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Words of wisdom for parents: Don’t neglect each other

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Stacia M. Fleegal

New mom Stacia Fleegal struggles to balance her time with her son, her fiance and herself.

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Getting a handle on a case of the Bad Mommies

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Smart Staff

Sue Jennings reminds us that child rearing is taxing work — and backup is critical.

Posted in Discipline, Family, In the news, Love, Mommy philosophy, Parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged awareness, childrearing, frustration, National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, National Child Abuse Prevention Month, parenting, Susan Jennings, The Period of PURPLE Crying | Leave a comment

‘Baby shower’ for new and expecting York City moms to raise awareness for infant immunization

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Sarah Chain

The York City Bureau of Health will hold a baby shower for new and expectant York City mothers April 24, 2013, to observe National Infant Immunization Week.