Many science fiction and horror movies and comic books spawn toys relating to those titles. A very popular movie figure turned toy figure is Godzilla. First introduced in Japan in the 1950s, Godzilla has attained a worldwide cult following. Japan is the birthplace of Godzilla, a giant fictional monster created by atomic radiation. The first movie, Gojira, as the character's name is spelled in its original language, was released in 1954. U.S....more
It seems like kids have more on their plates today than ever before. They are constantly running from one activity to the next. They head straight from school to soccer practice and then they go out skateboarding with their friends. On the weekends, it is a dance recital or Sunday school or a family reunion. Between sports, formal events, and random day-to-day activities, kids today have a lot of occasions for a lot of different kinds of shoes....more
Wonderful Gift Ideas for Teenagers It's a dilemma. One that can be more stressful than doing your taxes. Finding a great gift for a teenager isn't easy. You might be worried that you will get something they will never use or keep a hold of. Or something they won't even like. One well known gift idea is giving the teenager (girl or boy) video games. If you are unsure what kind of video game to get the teenager you can either ask the parent what they want or you can also just buy a gift card for a video game store or a video game website. There are also places where people can rent video games for a few days. Teenagers enjoy electronic gadgets that are popular. Theses things include iPods, iPads and also laptops. You can buy them a great gift for anywhere from $100 to $500. However if you have a budget that is less than $100 you can go for an inexpensive video or digital camera. You can can also buy accessories for an electronic they already have. For example an iPad could always use a nice sleeve to protect it, same for a laptop and and iPods. Teenagers will be going to college really soon. It might be a great idea to give them something great for their new adventures in...more
A true story for you: a young girl, aged ten, got her very first email address. She was so proud, she sent an email announcing this fact to everyone that she could possibly think of and asked for emails in return. They slowly trickled in, but not fast enough for her. Being a smart little girl, she went to her mother's email account, forwarded...more
You try your best to make sure that your children are safe when they are in your midst. You make sure that they put on a warm jacket in winter, that they come home at a reasonable hour and that they eat healthy diets. But do you really know what your kids are up to when they log online? The internet is one of the greatest advents of the century,...more
How To Deal With Panic Attacks In Children Panic and anxiety attacks can happen to people of all age. Panic attacks in children are even more alarming than panic attacks in adults. Children are still very fragile and very young to experience such an infuriating attack. They may not handle it very well, and they may not be able to express what they are currently feeling when they are anxious. Some people may think that this kind of attack happens only to adults, but your children could experience them too.One of the factors that can trigger panic attacks in children is heredity. If you are aware that your family has a history of panic and chronic anxiety, then you should take a close look at your children when they complain about difficulty in breathing, chest pain and other unusual feelings which make them uneasy and trembling. Children may not be able to express the exact feelings they are experiencing so watching them closely is going to help.Panic attacks in children can also be caused by their surroundings. Your children may be well-loved and sheltered in your home, but it may be otherwise when they are out of the house. Children of today's generation are more prone to a...more
When a newborn with a Group B Strep infection is not immediately treated with antibiotics the results can be devastating. Given this it is important for doctors to consider GBS if a newborn demonstrates symptoms of an infection and either rule it out...more
Structured children's gyms are popping up all over the country, giving kids a place to play and helping them get fit. You can think of them as a mix between daycare and a sports club. They offer fun activities and education to help with your child's...more
Tips for Avoiding Distracted Driving With Children "Snap!" That was your patience breaking under the constraint of having to take care of children or pets while driving, we've all been there previously, bored kids along with restless pets...more
Weathering The Teen Years For many parents, the teen years are challenging. Even though you may be doing a good job parenting your teen, there are reasons family life may become more stressful. There are also some things you can do that are...more
The adverse change in the lifestyle of the young today has greatly affected their health and have made them prone to various diseases. Obesity and Diabetes are the most prevalent dilemma children are faced with, making them highly probable to suffer...more
The learning process can be a fun and joyous experience. However, more often than never, children find it hard to cope, handle and manage with the process of studying. As parents, you might think that there is only so much you can do to help your...more