Parenting

What's a parent to do? The answer's not always obvious, although a good place to start is blocking 900 numbers on your home phone. Lisa of Ormond Beach can tell you why. Parents also need to be very cautious about what kind of summer jobs their kids are performing and how reputable their student tour agency really is.

Thinking of entering your daughter in a beauty pageant? Read one New York mother's cautionary tale first. Also beware of modeling and talent agencies.

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• Your Child's In Custody -- Now What? What to do when you get "the call" at 3 a.m.
• Unmarried Parents - Diapers and Decisions Having children outside marriage can present its own set of problems.
• Hiring Your Kids - Is "All in the Family" a Good Idea? Kids underfoot? Put them to work!

News for Parents

Poll Suggests School Obesity Efforts Might Have Downside Some parents worry their children are developing eating disorders

Floridians Charged With Smuggling Hazardous Toys Into U.S. Chinese toys contained lead and small parts, feds allege

Formula 'Stretching' A Danger To Infants Doctors find low-income families are watering down formula

Isabella, Jayden Win the Baby Name Derby in NYC Ashley falls back, Chloe moves up; Jacob & Joseph make the Top 10

Teens May Be Damaging Hearing With Personal Music Players One in four teens at risk, study says

Study: Alcohol Marketed Heavily On Digital Media Beer and spirits marketers increasingly turning to social media

Bumbo Baby Sitters a Continuing Danger to Infants Ineffective recall campaign does little to stop injuries to infants

Abusive Boss Could Harm Your Marriage Problems at work can lead to problems at home

A Car Seat That's Also Safer For Parents New handle can prevent injuries, researchers claim

Cell Phones And iPads Not Kids' Toys Experts suggest they don't belong in kids' stockings

Healthy Thanksgiving Sets Pattern For Holidays But over-indulging can escalate through the holidays

Report Finds Toxic Toys Galore This Holiday Season Store shelves overflowing with toxic and dangerous toys

High-Powered Magnets a Deadly Danger to Children Increasing reports of children swallowing magnets, with severe consequences

Toys R Us Lists Hot Toys For Holidays But most are $50 or more, so be selective

Boomers Rush To and From the Altar 50+ crowd setting new record for marriage ... and divorce

Study Links Soda To Teen Violence Researchers find correlation between number of sodas and violent acts

BPA's Effects May Start In the Womb, Study Says Controversial chemical may affect nascent girls but not boys

Ghoulish News for Ghosts & Goblins: Treats Are More Expensive Pumpkin, peanut, sugar crops haunted by bad weather

Report: Doctors Prescribe Too Many Stomach Drugs For Infants Researcher says doctors are treating 'normal condition'

New Recommendations to Guard Against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Pediatricians, federal agencies urge parents to stay up to date on safety procedures

Feds Mandate Independent Safety Testing of Toys Long overdue, consumer and parent groups say

Serious Knee Injuries To Children On The Rise Likely due to increased sports activities

Profanity in Media Linked to Youth Swearing, Aggression Study ties youthful misbehavior to media habits

Halloween Is a Scary Time for Allergy, Asthma Sufferers Costumes, candy, decorations can all cause serious, unexpected problems

Two Former Executives Of Bailed Out Bank Indicted United Commerce took $300 million from taxpayers

Children Often Victims of Furniture Tip-Overs Heavy furniture, electronic equipment should be securely anchored

Despite a Constant Demand, Parents Cut Back on Diaper Purchases Why don't manufacturers cut prices to boost sales? Good question. Read on ...

Best and Worst States for a Divorce? If you're in a hurry, Idaho and Nevada lead the pack

Problems Getting Pregnant? Try These Tips OB/GYN offers steps to avoid fertility drugs

Study: Adding Collectible Toy To Healthy Meals Make Them Desirable Kids' meal toys could be force for good

Parents Turning Kids' Car Seats Around Too Early Poll shows most parents not following current safety advice

Children's Poisoning From Medication On The Rise Kids getting access to dangerous medicines, researcher finds

Study: Suicidal Teens Don't Get Mental Health Services Intervention could reduce deaths, researchers say

Study: TV Watching Reduces Parent-Child Communication Reading does a better job of enhancing communication

Study: ADHD Increases Risk Of Serious Injury For 5th Graders Inattentiveness may make these kids accident prone, researchers say

Consumer Groups Walk Out of Failed Window Covering Standards Talks Hundreds of children killed, injured by cords on window coverings

What's On Your Mind? Bank of America, Pyrex, Readers Digest Our daily look at consumer reviews

Study: Veterans More Likely to Have Marital Problems Divorce, extra-marital sex higher among vets, researchers find

HPV Vaccination Rates Trail Other Teen Vaccines Poor and minority teens less likely to be protected

Is Monitoring Kids' Online Activity A Waste Of Time? Psychologist says parents would do better with dialog

Undercover Agents Charge Funeral Homes Violated Pricing Rules Chicago, D.C. Funeral homes allegedly didn't break down pricing as the law requires

Report Values Family Caregivers' Work at $450 Billion "Average" caregiver is a woman, 49, who also works outside the home

Bill to Ban BPA in Baby Products Moving Through California Legislature Other states have passed similar measures but none has California's economic clout

House Bill Could Derail Food Marketing Guidelines Advertising industry hopes it does

What's On Your Mind? Your Baby Can Read, Amana, EZ-Lube, Dell Our daily look at consumer reviews

What Parents Should Know About Their Toddlers' TV Viewing Seemingly benign images can be frightening to youngsters

Gays May Want to Marry But More Couples Are 'Living In Sin' Study finds cohabitation rate doubled in last decade among middle-aged Americans

New Crib Safety Standards Take Effect Today Millions of dangerous cribs were recalled in recent years

New Safety Standards Outlaw Drop-Side Cribs U.S. hadn't updated crib safety standards for 30 years

Study: Portable Pools Pose Drowning Risk Most accidents occur at child's home

Lawyers Seek to Tie Zoloft to Birth Defects Studies have shown the popular antidepressant carries a slight risk of malformations

P&G Settles Pampers Suit With Token Payment to Parents Parents get $1,000, lawyers get $2.7 million, P&G insists parents were wrong

American Girl Crafts Jewelry Kit Recalled Violates lead paint standard

EPA Bans Most Toxic Mouse & Rat Poisons for Home Use New poisons will have to be enclosed in child-proof bait stations

Pediatricians Urge Kids To Avoid Energy Drinks Doctors say beverages may be harmful to children and teens

Summertime Spells Danger for ATV Riders Accidents and fatalities rise with warmer weather

Kids With Computers Don't Read As Well Study suggests PCs are a distraction

Dream On Me Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Baby can become trapped, leading to suffocation or strangulation

Should Children Have Gastric Bypass Surgery? No, say a majority of parents

Organized Crime Targets Infant Formula Formula is sometimes resold, sometimes used to cut heroin and cocaine

Toys "R" Us to Pay $1.3 Million for Violating FTC Order Company allegedly put the arm on suppliers to keep toy prices high

Second Infant Death Blamed On Delta Enterprise "Safety Peg" Drop-Side Crib Missing Safety Pegs Create Risk of Entrapment and Suffocation

U.S. Sues Lawn Darts Company; Says Darts are Hazardous Suit cites injuries and deaths of children attributed to lawn darts

Movie Theaters Sanctioned for Abusing Teen-Aged Workers Theater chains assigned young workers to dangerous jobs, long hours

Your Kid Has a Fever? Doctors Urge You To Keep Your Cool New study by AAP says to focus on child's comfort, not reducing fever

Study: Happy Teens Become Happy Adults Happiness in adolescence linked to lower mental health issues and, weirdly, divorce

Pediatricians Support Ban on Teens and Tanning Beds Health organizations rally for age-restrictions as numbers of teens with skin cancer rise

The Link Between Vitamin D and Kids' Allergies New study finds children with low vitamin D levels more likely to have allergies

Non-White Teens Less Likely To Get Treatment for Depression New study reveals race/ethnicity gap when it comes to mental health

Depression's Smallest Victims New studies find even infants can suffer from depression; few ways to help them

B.O.B. Trailers Recalls Jogging Strollers Drawstring creates a strangulation hazard

Couple Says Adoption Lawyer Failed to Warn of Son's Medical Problems Parents say they would never have adopted their son had they known of neurological issues

Lawsuit Says Military Needs to Overhaul Sex Assault Complaint Process Service members, veterans say their complaints went basically unaddressed

Wells-Fargo Agrees to Refund Overcharges to Military Families The bank admits it charged veterans improperly high fees when they refinanced their mortgages

IKEA Recalls SNIGLAR Cribs Cribs pose entrapment and suffocation hazards

Mothers' Jobs May Be Affecting Their Children's Health Study finds kids whose moms work are more likely to suffer from asthma, accidents

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Recalls Childrens Watches The stainless steel back can cause skin irritation

Could Mental Health and Childhood Obesity Be Linked? Health official says focus on kids' mental health could be more productive

Parents Ignore FDA Warnings About Cough and Cold Meds Survey finds moms and dads still giving over-the-counter products to young kids

Strangulation Deaths Prompt Recall of Video Baby Monitors Babies can become trapped in the monitor cord

Kids With ADHD More Likely To Be Adults With Drug or Alcohol Problems Study finds risk spans both genders, all races, and all illegal substances

Study: Most Popular Kids Don't Bully, But Their BFFs Do Researchers find the almost-most-popular kids tend to be most aggressive

Kids' Games on Facebook: What Parents Should Know Media watchdog group says the games may be appropriate, but venue is not

Think Kids' Shows Are Tobacco-Free? Think Again Study finds smoking still featured on shows aimed at kids and teens

Oasis Outdoor Playsets Recalled Swing seats can crack and break in half

Facebook Can Be Just As Damaging To Self Esteem as "Gossip Girl" Study finds girls who spend hours online more likely to develop eating disorders

Family Mealtime Could Help Kids With Chronic Asthma Study finds consistent, stress-free family meals lead to extra health benefits for asthmatic kids

Feds Issue Warning On Generation 2 Worldwide 'SafetyCraft' Brand Drop-Side Cribs The cribs pose risks of strangulation, suffocation hardware linked to deaths and injuries

Lead Testing of Children's Products Remains On Hold Consumer agency extends stay of enforcement the until end of the year

Government Calls for Stricter, Safer Baby Sleep Products Could crib bumpers be one step closer to being banned?

Sassy Recalls Refreshing Rings Infant Teethers/Rattles Small pieces can detach, posing an ingestion hazard

Bullying Could Be 'Cured' With Some Quality Dad Time Study finds kids who think dad works too much are at risk for becoming bullies

Even If They're Tiny, Baby Teeth Need To See Dentist, Too Parents urged to take kids to dentist earlier than they may think

Splitting Child Rearing Duties Can Be More Harmful Than Helpful Study finds when mom is main caregiver, she and dad are happier

Teens With Food Allergies May Feel Unsafe in School Survey reveals the lack of consistency adds to the anxiety of having a life-threatening allergy

The Land of Nod Recalls Rosebud Drop-Side Cribs Entrapment, suffocation and fall hazards

Surgeon General Calls For More Support for Breastfeeding Plan outlines how families, doctors, and employers can help new moms with this tricky task

Kids Navigate iPad Apps Before Learning to Tie Shoes Survey finds even toddlers are web savvy these days

Keep Kids Flu-Free This Season These tips, along with vaccinations, can keep kids out of hospital and in school

Childhood Obesity Shortens Life Expectancy This could be the first generation to not outlive, or even live as long as their parents

Illinois Attorney General Steps Up Fight Against Crib Bumpers Madigan urges manufacturers to halt production of potentially harmful crib padding

Discovery Toys Recalls Toddler Talk Toy Mobile Phones The antenna can break off, posing a choking hazard to children

Pajamagram Recalls Hoodie Footie Pajamas Metal snaps can come off, causing a choking hazard for infants

Hot Kids Recalls Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets Drawstrings create a strangulation hazard

Cool-it Soother Teething Rings by Vulli Recalled Bacteria and mold can leak out if the ring is punctured

Smoking Around Your Kindergartner Could Raise Her Blood Pressure A new study says young children are particularly vulnerable to secondhand smoke

Kid O Products Recalls Baby Rattles Beads can come off, creating a choking hazard

Unemployment Rates Up for Young Veterans While national numbers drop, the current rate for vets is 11.7%

Your Baby Is Even Smarter Than You Think New research shows babies as young as 12 months can process words like adults

Growing Up Poor Can Zap Child's Genetic Potential Study finds family's income level plays large role in child's cognitive development

Study That Linked Vaccines to Autism 'An Elaborate Fraud' Researchers falsified data in long-discredited study, medical journal reports

Breastfed Babies End Up Stronger Kids -- Literally Study finds children who were breastfed have stronger leg muscles than those who didn't

New Study Hopes To Raise Awareness About Kids and Radiation Doctors urged to use imaging tests when necessary, especially on children

Can Anything Be Done About Cyber-Bullying? Experts think parents and teachers can help put an end to the problem by getting involved early

Parents Warned To Stop Using Crib Bumpers Illinois Attorney General says products are dangerous to infants

Tips To Keep Young Sledding Enthusiasts Out of the ER Thousands of kids suffer injuries related to favorite winter pastime, but don't have to

Kids Buy Lots of Smurf Cash, Parents Pay Lots of Real Cash Password loophole enables kids to make pricey purchases in free app games

Study Reveals Parents' Growing Concern Over Kids' Internet Use Children spend more time online, less time with family and friends, says new research

For Blended Families, the Holidays Can Be Tricky Tips for stepfamilies on how to have a happy and drama-free holiday

Parents' Partying Could Lead to SIDS For Baby Study finds SIDS rates spike on New Year's Day

World's Toughest Crib Standards Adopted New standards to become mandatory in six months

Having Friends Can Be the Best Antidepressant for a Kid Study finds friendless children more susceptible to depression during adolescence

Children's Vitamins Marketers Banned From Making Deceptive Health Claims Marketers Must Pay $2.1 Million to Refund Purchasers of Disney- and Marvel Heroes-Licensed Vitamins

Kids Living in Apartments Exposed To More Secondhand Smoke Study finds exposure high, even when no one smokes in the unit

Computer Program Helps Kids With ADHD Study finds Swedish computer game improves working memory, which suffers due to ADHD

Depressed Moms, Stressed Babies Mom's mental state during pregnancy can cause higher levels of stress hormones in baby

American Eagle Recalls Toddler Girl Pants, Shorts The metal clasp can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Holiday Shopping For Special Needs Kids Can Be Easy Experts weigh in on the best toys for developmentally delayed children

New Study Finds Possible Key To Helping Babies Learn Faster Exposing toddlers to multiple versions of the same thing teaches words more quickly

Target Recalls Circo Children's Camping Packs The tent floor is flammable

Gay and Lesbian Teens Punished More Often and Severely Than Straight Teens Study finds LGB teens commit fewer crimes, but face harsher punishment

Tips To Keep Hazardous Toys Out Of Kids' Hands This Christmas Thousands of kids injured or killed by toys every year; don't let yours be one of them

Young Diabetic Smokers Aren't Urged To Quit By Their Doctors Study finds despite increased risk for heart disease, doctors fail to counsel young patients

Toxin-Free Lice Killing Device Blows Other Treatment Methods Away As lice become resistant to insecticides, the LouseBuster offers a green alternative

Most Meds for Kids Miss the Dose Sometimes following the directions on the label isnt enough

New Theory Says Successful Parenting Combines Nature and Nurture Who our kids are as important as how we parent them, according to new research

Parents Beware: Many Toys Still Toxic, Hazardous Consumer group offers tips and interactive tools to help consumers shop safely

Babies Born Even a Few Weeks Early At Risk For Health and Behavior Problems Late-preterm birth can cause lower IQs and anxious, withdrawn behavior

Bassettbaby Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Entrapment, strangulation, fall hazards

VOS Sports Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Children can strangle on the drawstrings

New Curriculum Helps Austic Kids With Social Skills Professor responds to need to help growing number of autistic children develop social skills

Kids' Food Choices Influenced By School Vending Machines 83% of schools in study have junk food-filled vending machines

America Nearly Flunks When It Comes To Babies Born Prematurely The numbers of preterm births still too high says March of Dimes

Multi-Leveled Interventions Can Change College Drinking Culture Study finds on-campus students less likely to drink when educated, reminded

Despite Childhood Obesity Epidemic, Families Want To Make Changes New findings show kids want to eat better, be more active; need more education

Hanover Direct Recalls Roman Shades and Blinds Following Infant Strangulation Latest in a long series of shade recalls and accidents

Childhood Obesity Could Be Linked To Vitamin D Deficiency Kids who lacked the vitamin gained weight much quicker than those with adequate amounts

Horse-On-A-Stick Toys Recalled Children can strangle on the reins

Fearless Kids: Just Born That Way? Study finds fearless, aggressive behavior in kids may be genetic

Fast Food Restaurants Market Non-Healthy Menu Items Heavily To Kids Despite claims of health concerns, study finds fast food giants hope to hook kids young

Parent-Child Interaction Good For Kids' Mental Health Parents who spend quality time with their kids help protect them from personality disorders

Overweight Kids Eat Healthy Foods, Just Too Many of Them New study shows portion size is probably to blame for kids' extra weight

Vaccination Rates Down Among High-Income Children Doctors think parents afraid of autism; listening to celebrities instead of doctors.

Kids With Food Allergies At Risk For Malnutrition Researchers say overly-restrictive diets based on unreliable blood tests to blame

Teens' Addictions To Texting Cuts Into Sleep Time Study shows teens regularly miss out on sleep to keep talking to their friends

Scientists Find Possible Cause of Peanut Allergies in Children Eating peanuts during pregnancy may be the cause

Halloween Isn't Just Scary, It Can Be Deadly Simple steps can keep kids safe on the night of October 31st.

Children's Place Recalls Girls' Ruffle Vests Metal snaps may detach and causing a choking hazard

Breast Milk Gets Babies Out Of The NICU Faster Study shows sick newborns benefit from eating even the smallest amount of breast milk

Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Halloween Lanterns The bulb can overheat, creating a fire and burn hazard.

Parents and Trick-or-Treaters Warned About Halloween Dangers Pedestrian accidents and recalled candy among biggest risks on Halloween night

A Safe Sleep for All Babies CPSC launches national education campaign on crib safety

Kmart Recalls Heritage Collection Drop-Side Cribs Drop-side can create an entrapment, suffocation hazard

Tricking Kids Into Eating Better How psychology and economics help kids make healthier choices at lunch time

Justice Department, Illinois Reach Settlement In Voting Dispute Agreement will protect rights of the states military and overseas voters, officials say

Strep Throat in Kids Could Cause OCD New findings link the common throat infection to brain disorders

Kids with Unexplained Stomach Pain May Have Fructose Intolerance Teen girls most effected by the digestive disorder

Man's Best Friend Could Stave Off Childhood Eczema Dog ownership has health benefits for kids with allergies

Pregnant? Have The Wine Sauce... And a Glass of Wine, Too New studies confirm light alcohol consumption no harm to unborn babies

Evenflo Maestro Car Seat Recalled Alert was issued after the child seat failed a Consumer Reports crash test

Kids! Step Away From The Screen! Study reveals children and teens consume media an average of 7 hours a day

Dora the Explorer Sues Nickelodeon Caitlin Sanchez says network took advantage of her

Baby Sleep Positioner Can Increase SIDS, Suffocation Risk, Feds Warn Babies should be put to sleep on their backs without pillows, positioners or comforters

Child Car Safety Depends on Using the Right Child Car Seat Kids shouldn't 'graduate' to booster seats too early, experts warn

Similac Baby Formula Recalled Abbott Labs says certain lots may have insect infestation

Child Safety Seats Often Aren't Installed Properly, Study Finds Proper installation and use of child restraints key to preventing deaths and injuries

Kids Win the Junk-Food Tug of War Parents often settle for less nutritious foods when buying for their kids.

Teflon May Cause High Cholesterol in Children Study shows latest potential negative effect of non-stick chemicals.

Vending Machine Food Linked To Obesity Products in machines compete with school lunch program, study finds.

Feds Can't Explain Rash of Pampers Problems Babies' bottoms still being burned but no one knows quite why.

California Legislature Defeats BPA Ban Consumer advocates say lobbyists snatched defeat from the jaws of victory.

Suit: Clearspring Violates Consumer Privacy on Disney, Warner Brothers Sites Plaintiffs take issue with Flash cookie reactivation.

BPA May Harm Sperm, Study Says Study is first to link chemical to human reproduction.

FDA Warns of Evamist Risks to Children, Pets Menopause drug could cause adverse effects through skin contact.

CPSC Announces Pool And Spa Kids Safety Education Effort Hundreds of pool and spa incidents since Memorial Day Weekend.

Nestle Agrees to Alter Health Claims Claims for BOOST don't stand up to scrutiny, feds say.

Lawn Mower Injuries On the Rise Children are often the victims; safety experts offer tips for parents.

Mead Johnson Pulls Chocolate Drink For Kids Sweet beverage had been controversial among some parents.

Feds Approve New Safety Standards for Baby Bath Seats No seats currently meet the new standard.

Bisphenol A Found In Most Canned Goods Container industry disputes the findings, says researchers 'pursued a clear agenda'.

Pampers Parents Irritated at P&G Push-Back Company has known of problem for months, it tells trade journal.

Pampers Parents Liars? That's P&G's Response to Complaining Consumers Safety regulators launch investigation into 'chemical burn' complaint.

Pampers Parents Say New Diapers Causing Blisters New 'Dry Max' product was introduced in March.

Food Safety Bill Would Ban BPA Recent amendments make legislation more controversial.

Lead Poisoning a Danger to Both Kids and Adults Children are more susceptible but adults can suffer too.

California Program Protects Kids from Lead Exposure in Their Homes Contractors License Board provides information on new federal lead standards.

Senate Bill Would Revamp Toxic Chemicals Regulation Measure is called a 'historic step' towards protecting children and families.

FDA Launches Review of 'Anti-Bacterial' Pesticide Triclosan is widely used in soaps, body washes, toothpaste and cosmetics.

EPA May Require Testing of BPA's Environmental Impact EPA and FDA both express concerns about chemical's effect on fetuses and young children.

Illinois Seeks Action From Drop-Side Crib Makers Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association asked to remove seal.

Analysis of 80 Studies Finds BPA Exposure Widespread Chemical industry downplays results but researchers say public health is at stake.

Infantino Recalls Baby Slings After Three Infant Deaths Parents should not attempt to fix the carriers, safety regulators warn.

American Kids More Obese Than Ever More children affected at earlier ages, study finds.

Researchers: Violent Video Games Make Kids Hostile Experts say it's time to stop studying the problem and deal with it.

Lack of Sleep Can Affect Students' Grades You snooze, you gain, research suggests.

Pediatricians Want Hot Dog Redesign Doctors worry that current shape poses choking threat to children.

CPSC Outlines Revamped Crib Recall Policy Credits or refunds for recalled items a possibility.

BPA Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Disease Industry group says British study doesn't establish cause-and-effect relationship.

FDA Warns Nestle On Drink Mix Marketing Agency says products mis-branded as drugs.

Suit Says Graco Car Seat Caused Daughter Severe Burns Ohio couple seeking damages from Graco and Rubbermaid.

Savvy Young Shoppers Study Holiday Gift Prices Some prices went up on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, ConsumerAffairs.com survey finds.

Physicians Warn Parents About Dangerous Toys Parents must act as 'consumer advocates'.

Stork Craft Facing Wave of Lawsuits Crib recall exposes flaws in Canadian consumer protection laws.

Recall of Drop-Side Cribs Continues 2009 Pattern Feds acknowledge faster response is warranted.

Massive Recall of Drop-Side Cribs Stork Craft, Fisher-Price cribs included in biggest-ever recall.

Study Finds Sexual Problems in Human Males Exposed to High BPA Levels Researcher: latest findings 'can't be dismissed'.

Money Games For Kids Teach your kids financial lessons with these games.

10 Hot Toys For Under $20 Two industry experts choose their favorite toys that will fit your budget and delight the kids.

Class Action Says Kellogg Sugar-Coats Cereal's Health Benefits Company claims Cocoa Krispies boost immunity to illness.

Tests Find Wide Range Of BPA In Canned Soups, Juice And More Highest levels detected in some samples of green beans and soups.

Researchers Find No Scientific Link Between Childhood Vaccines And Autism Conclusion follows review of published research.

Children's Tylenol Products Recalled Manufacturing problems could cause contamination.

Food Industry Seeks To Maintain Junk-Food Marketing In Schools Bill seeks thorough study of school-based marketing.

Report Finds Toxins Common in Products for Children, Pets Car seats, backpacks, pet toys contaminated with lead, PVC, arsenic, other toxins.

Study Probes Link Between Antidepressants, Birth Defects Like previous studies, leaves more questions than answers.

Toys 'R' Us Launches Unsafe Baby Products Awareness Program 'Great Trade-In' event encourages parents to exchange used cribs, other products.

New York Targets Toy Gun Manufacturers Retailers warned about selling realistic toys.

American Teens Go Missing on People to People Trips Parents outraged at mishaps; company disclaims responsibility.

Judge OKs Price-Fixing Suit Against Babies "R" Us Class action charges company squashed cost-cutting by competitors.

Victory for Autistic Children in Michigan Blue Cross ordered to pay for proven therapy.

Mothers Cry Foul Over Baby-Gender Test Lawsuit alleges expensive test not foolproof after all.

Mattel, Fisher-Price to Pay $2.3 Million Lead Paint Fine Companies recalled nearly 1 million Chinese-made toys in 2007.

California Senate Votes to Ban BPA In Food Containers FDA still contends small amounts of the chemical are not harmful.

Harvard Study Raises BPA Concerns Study finds chemical leeches from plastic water bottles.

Emails Suggest Cozy FDA-BPA Industry Relationship Retailers drop products containing BPA despite FDA's position.

Senate Studies Soda Tax Tax on sugary drinks would help finance health care.

People to People Uses Dead Student's Name as Recruiting Tool Promise to remove Tayler Hill's name from database goes unfilled.

Babies, Bathtime, and Cancer? Researcher disputes 'toxic bubble bath' study.

Glass Tables an Overlooked Safety Threat Emergency room records document the danger; stricter standards needed.

Experts Worry About Web's Impact On Teens Social networking sites seen as potential hazard.

Federal Court: MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism Ruling not likely to end debate over widely-diagnosed disorder.

Judge Orders Feds to Stop Sale of Toxin-Laden Toys Safety agency had looked the other way as phthalate-laden toys remained on shelves.

Study Questions Vitamin Benefits For Kids Varied diet provides plenty of nutrients for healthy children.

Feds Delay New Product Safety Testing Rules One-year delay may not be popular with child safety advocates.

Talking While Walking May Put Kids At Risk Higher risk of injury among pedestrians who are on the phone.

Video Games Blamed For Poor Family Relationships Researcher disappointed by his findings.

The High Cost of High-Tech Teens For parents, drawing the line on being cool is a cost-cutting lesson for teenagers.

Sex In the Digital Age Internet changing sexual attitudes among the young.

Toxic Toy Tests Show High Chemical Contamination Ecology Center's research show one in three toys are potential threats.

Toxic Toy Tests Show High Chemical Contamination Ecology Center's research show one in three toys are potential threats.

Lawsuit Seeks Immediate Ban on Toxic Toys Safety agency looks other way as phthalate-laden toys remain on shelves.

FDA Finds Melamine in U.S. Infant Formula Agency insists amounts were "minute" and do not pose an immediate danger.

Study Links Sexual Content on TV to Teen Pregnancy Racier shows allegedly lead to more sexual activity.

Soon-To-Be-Banned Plastic Toys Flooding the Market Toymakers mount 'fire sale' of phthalate-laden children's products.

Safety Agency Warns of Safety Hazards in Cribs Drop-side cribs prone to entrapment, strangulation accidents.

Shell Agrees To Curb Underage Tobacco Sales 47 Attorneys General forge new agreement to police gas stations.

Children Often Misdiagnosed in ER Doctors often confuse regular stomach problems with appendictis symptoms.

Fan May Reduce SIDS Risk Study finds room ventilation an overlooked factor.

Some Breakfast Cereals Marketed to Children Are High in Sugar U.S. brands have more sugar content than overseas versions.

FDA's Melamine Decision Scares Consumers But experts see it as a positive sign.

DeLauro Raps FDA On Melamine Risk Guidelines Congresswoman says agency condones contamination of food.

FDA Issues Report On Melamine and Food Safety Assessment indicates that any trace of chemical is a health concern, but only in infant formula.

Campaign Launched to Protect Tweens' Hearing Promotes awareness on exposure to noise sources that harm youth.

Melamine-Tainted Chinese Candy Shows Up in U.S. Suspect White Rabbit Creamy Candy found in at least two states.

Many Booster Seats Aren't Up to the Job 13 of 41 seats tested don't make the grade.

Hershey's Says Chocolates Are Safe from Chinese Melamine Scandal Candy-maker says U.S.-made products are untainted.

Asian Baby Death Toll From Infant Formula Rises FDA claims U.S. formula is safe, despite pet deaths last year.

Recalled Simplicity Bassinets May Carry Graco, Winnie the Pooh Brands CPSC warns consumers to check their bassinets carefully following two infant deaths.

U.S. Children Heavily Exposed to Flame-Retardant Chemicals High concentration of banned retardant found in infants and toddlers.

Retail Chains Agree to Stop Selling Recalled Bassinets Death of two infants blamed on Simplicity models.

FDA Again Finds BPA Safe Despite Critics' Concerns Widespread use of potent chemical in infant products riles parents.

Bush Signs Consumer Safety Bill Sweeping new law aims to make toys, household products safer.

Consumer Safety Bill Clears Key Hurdle Most sweeping consumer legislation in 30 years emerges from conference committee.

Are You Being Squeezed Dry by your Childs Credit Card Debt? Never too early to teach kids to live within their means.

Cancer Center Workers Warned about Cell Phone Risks Cell phone use should be limited, University of Pittsburgh cautions.

Colleges, Not Students, Often Benefit From Financial Aid Financial planner offers tips and commisseration.

Do Tobacco Firms Cut Menthol to Hook Young Smokers? Study finds evidence of manipulation; Lorillard denies it.

Serotonin Imbalance May Contribute To SIDS New study finds low levels of serotonin a risk factor for crib death.

Energy Drinks Can Lead To Caffeine "Overdose" Drinks often contains lots of sodium & sugar too.

Study: Parents Often Source of Liquor for Underage Drinkers Few teen drinkers pay for alcohol; many get it at home.

Congress Reaches Agreement on Parts of Consumer Safety Bill Fierce behind-the-scenes battle rages over increasing the power of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Anheuser-Busch Ends Alcoholic Energy Drink Sales Drinks create 'wide-awake drunks,' states charged.

Feds Warn of Firework Dangers Firework injuries on the rise; victims are often children.

More Teens Using Cell Phones While Driving NC study finds state law is widely ignored.

Consumer Group Presses for Ban on Food Dye Claims link to hyperactivity, behavior problems in children.

Safeway, Warner Bros. Promote Healthful Kids' Food Cartoon characters will promote healthier food products on Safeway shelves.

Physicians Warn Lawn Mowers Pose Danger To Children 'Terrible, devastating injuries' can mark children for life.

Secondhand Smoke Linked To Hospital Admissions Very young infants at greatest risk.

Bankrupt Helicopter School Shoots Down Student Aspirations Question: Are those student loans still due?

Drowning Season Opens; Pools a Major Menace to Children Homeowners must be constantly vigilant, lawyers & safety experts warn.

Killer Cribs Study Finds Toxins in Common Baby Products Friends of the Earth targets fire retardants in Graco products.

Study Cautions Pregnant Women On Cell Phone Use Cell-phone-using moms more likely to have unruly children.

Consumers Press Congress to Pass Strong Product Safety Bill Safety of toys and child care products stressed.

FDA Not Worried About BPA but Critics Demand Moratorium Studies link the chemical to possible hormonal changes.

Study Questions Effect of Violent Video Games Incidence of violence has declined since the games were introduced.

Facebook Agrees to Upgrade Safety Measures States pressure social site to increase protections for minors.

Illinois Wants 'Blow' Energy Drink Pulled High-caffeine drink glorifies drug culture, AG charges.

Hanna Montana Photo Flap Part of a Trend Sexualizing of 'tweens' a disturbing development.

Safety Agency Waits 16 Months to Recall Lead-Laden Key Chains Ohio university professor documents problem; agency drags its feet.

Mercury Exposure, Autism Linked In Study Texas study is first to show link between autism and distance from mercury source.

Congress May Regulate 'Tough Love' Boot Camps for Troubled Kids Witnesses tell of abuses, deaths at unregulated camps.

Children Abused in Unregulated 'Boot Camps,' Critic Charges Congress sets hearing on 'tough love' camps.

Wal-Mart Bans BPA, Other Retailers Likely to Follow Studies link the chemical to possible hormonal changes.

Little Satisfaction for Kids Quarters Customers Bankrupt furniture retailer leaves gaping holes in consumers' budgets.

New Mint May Reduce Cavities In Kids In test, all-natural substance cut cavities 62%.

Researcher: Cell Phones 'More Dangerous Than Smoking' Millions of deaths could result over the long term.

Contraceptive Pill May Help Conception Birth control pills may have the reverse effect.

FDA Warns against Fetal 'Keepsake' Images, Heartbeat Monitors Procedures expose unborn infants to unnecessary risks.

Reebok Fined $1 Million for Lead-Laden Bracelets Minneapolis child, 4, died after swallowing pendant.

Pennsylvania Sues Exchange Student Business Operators accused of diverting funds, misleading parents and misrepresenting program.

No Easy Remedy for Imposter Postings on Social Networking Sites Like grafitti, phony postings are offensive but hard to control.

Toddlers Affected Most By Secondhand Smoke at Home Kids set up for heart disease before they're old enough to walk.

Active Video Games No Substitute for Exercise Wii's better than nothing, but only a wee bit.

Infant Deaths in the Nursery Increasing Toll from cribs, bassinets has risen in recent years.

FDA Approves Nexium for Children Acid reflux drug OK'd for patients 1-11.

Feds Asked to Probe Student's Death on People to People Tour Organization's advertising and safety claims questioned.

Less Salt, Fewer Soft Drinks? Reducing kids' salt intake could help them cut back on sugary sodas.

Next Season's Toys: Technology Meets Hannah Montana oymakers bank on avatars, fuel cells, interactive reptiles.

Toys Safer than Ever, Toy Makers Claim Companies try to get back in the game at annual industry expo.

Toy Industry Needs Import Safety Checklist Safety recalls frighten, repulse consumers, JPMorgan analyst warns.

Study Suggests Cell Phone-Salivary Gland Cancer Link First study to look at long-term cell phone users.

Spanish Language TV Linked To Latino Child Obesity Children bombarded by fast-food commercials.

War on Plastic Toys Escalates Toys 'R' Us joins effort to eliminate PVC, phthalates and lead.

ATV Deaths, Injuries Climbing After 20 years, feds no closer to a solution.

Plastic War Hits The Toy Industry Retailers emptying aisles of toys made with PVC.

Hazards of Rent-A-Car Child Safety Seats Consumer makes noise about illegal, unsafe seats; gets results.

FDA Issues Botox Warning Complications and deaths noted, especially in children.

Groups Warn Baby Bottles Leach Toxic Substance PA leaches from plastic bottles when heated, report argues.

Social Networking Sites Not the Biggest Danger for Teens? Study finds instant messaging, chat rooms more threatening.

Study: Pregnant Women More Forgetful New moms find it hard to do new or difficult tasks.

Study Warns Chemical In Baby Shampoo May Cause Harm Phthalates suspected of damaging male reproductive system.

Schools Drop Burgers From Menu After Downer Cow Scare Humane Society video sparks mad cow fears.

1 Million Evenflo Infant Car Seats Recalled Seats pose 'serious risk' of death or injury.

Feds Revise Child Safety Seat Ratings New guideliness measure ease of use, installation procedures.

Congressional Leaders Send Message to Mattel Company challenged to eliminate lead from its toys.

Student 'Ambassador' Dies Neglected & Alone Minnesota youth died after climbing Mount Fuji on a People to People tour of Japan.

More Bad News about Cough Medicine CDC finds 7,000 children treated in ERs for side effects.

Pet Turtles: Cute But Often Contaminated Small turtles may carry deadly Salmonella, Says FDA.

Is Nintendo's Wii Really Good Exercise? Study finds health benefits may be oversold.

Study Links Caffeine to Miscarriage Coffee, tea, soda, hot chocolate present risk.

Keeping Teens Safe Online Navigating the treacherous streets of MySpace.

FDA Warns of Cough, Cold Medicine Risk to Children Warning doesn't go far enough, Public Citizen charges.

Parents Warned Camphor Can Be Toxic to Children Camphor not approved for use as cold remedy.

MySpace Agrees To Toughen Security For Young Users Abuse-reporting to be made easier; age verification tools studied.

MySpace Harassment Case Takes Odd Turn Localities looking at 'cyber-harassment' laws.

UCLA Researchers Find Autism Gene Evidence comes from families with autistic boys.

Tests Find More Toxic Pet Toys Toxic toys may be hazardous to humans as well as pets.

Children Becoming Prime Identity Theft Targets Victims are often under six years old.

Beware of Lead in Holiday Decorations Christmas lights sold at Target, Wal-Mart may contain lead; Feds defend industry, put blame on parents.

Lead Poisoning Hazard in Sesame Street Toy Medical Kits Illinois tests once again find high lead levels in Fisher-Price toys.

Nintendo Wii: The Buzz Goes On Wii still a most-wanted but hard-to-find gift.

Obama Pledges Doubled Funding for Product Safety Agency Feds say 22 children died in toy-related accidents in 2006.

Noisy Toys Can Be Dangerous Too Electronic gadgets can quickly damage young ears.

States Challenge R.J. Reynolds Cigarette Ads Cartoon characters promote smoking to young people.

Lead, Arsenic Found in Popular Toys Hannah Montana card pack, Circo baby shoes had high lead levels

Pediatricians Alarmed About 'Wheeled' Shoes Kids can roll right into the emergency room.

Lobbyists Protect Deadly Amusement Park Rides Powerful lobbyists shield the industry from rigorous regulation.

Toy Dangers Not Confined To Lead Even safe toys can be dangerous if broken or mishandled.

Hannah Montana Fans Skip the Scalpers Same-day tickets save the day for Kansas City fans.

Honey May Relieve Childrens Cough Study finds more relief from honey than from cough medicine.

States Get Poor Grades on School Food Little progress seen since last year.

Experts Offer Toy-Buying Safety Tips How to identify and avoid hazardous toys.

Kmart Removes Lead-Encrusted 'Lead-Free' Jewelry Tests find high levels of lead in many samples.

College Students Warned Against Credit Card Trap Cards promoted heavily to students but hazards outweigh benefits.

Sony: Dust Voids PlayStation 3 Warranty Dust damage falls under 'Act of God' clause, Sony claims.

Group Warns Of 10 Worst Toys Of 2007 Toxins, sharp objects, ingestion hazards galore.

ADHD: Cultural Phenomenon or Genetic Disorder? Are children treated with Ritalin helped or harmed by the treatment?

'Date Rape' Toy Beads Recalled Toy beads contain same ingredients as powerful 'date rape' drug.

People to People Invites Dead Girl ... Again Student tour organization still using direct mail lists to sell its trips.

White House Presents Its Consumer Safety Proposals Cool response to Bush plan on Capitol Hill, where rival measures are already pending.

Manhunt 2: Pushing the Limit of Gore and Violence Video games deliver new levels of realism and sadism.

Industry Paid For Safety Chiefs Trips Revelations add to pressure for Nord's resignation.

Kids Cough Medicine Recalled Over Dosing Issue Robitussin, Dimetapp caps may not give proper dosage.

Outsourcing, Regulatory Sloth Blamed for Unsafe Toys Report faults globalization, political appointees indifferent to children's safety.

eBay: Where Recalled Items Live Forever A test search finds 100% of the recalled toys on our 'shopping list'.

Parents Bash Bumbo 'Recall' Does a new warning label make the seat safe?

Kids Spending More Time Playing Video Games Boys spend more time, gravitate towards console-based games.

Halloween a Dangerous Holiday for Kids Pedestrian accidents the biggest hazard for trick-or-treaters.

Home Lead Test Kits Unreliable, Feds Warn CPSC finds high incidence of false negatives and positives.

Kids' Cough & Cold Remedies Under Fire FDA panel finds 'no reason' to give toddlers over-the-counter cold meds.

Magazine Finds Lead in Maxi Blocks Toy company tries to block publication of findings.

California Bans Plastic-Softening Chemical in Toys Phthalate, already banned in Europe, may interfere with hormones in young children.

Drug Companies Withdraw Infant Cold Remedies Action follows FDA criticism of multi-purpose infant remedies.

Missouri Baby's Death Blamed on Simplicity Bassinet Model was not included in last month's recall of 1 million cribs.

Texas Rounds Up 14 Sex Offenders on MySpace Convicted offenders illegally created profiles on social networking site.

Toxic Pet Toys: A Doctor's Advice Are pet toys safe? Answer: Hot air aside, no one knows.

Consumers Respond to Toxic Wal-Mart Pet Toy Stories Standards needed to protect pets and their owners.

FDA Cracks Down On Cough Medicine For Kids Hydrocodone not approved for treatment of coughs, colds in children.

Facebook Has 'A Long Way to Go,' Investigators Say States probing social networking site's safety and security measures.

Fish Oil May Fight Diabetes Omega-3 fatty acid linked to decreased risk of Type 1 diabetes.

Cuomo Charges Facebook Ignores Sexual Predators New York investigation could cool Microsoft's ardor

Black Box Warning Linked to Suicide Spike Drops in SSRI prescription rates may coincide with increases in youth suicides.

Pet Industry Agrees on Need for Toxicity Standards Wal-Mart relies on spin doctors, while others call for research and stricter standards.

Huge Crib Recall after Infant Deaths At least three infant deaths being investigated in Simplicity & Graco recall.

California's 'Healthy Lunchbox' Promotion Backfires State now urges parents to toss the Chinese-made lunchboxes because of a lead hazard.

Mattel, Not China, To Blame For Toy Recall, Company Admits Additional large toy recalls pending, retail source say.

Second-Hand Smoke Tied to Lower Test Scores Parents who smoke damage their children's academic performance.

Industry Responds to Reports of Lead in Wal-Mart Pet Toys 'Poison is poison,' toxic metals specialist warns; Wal-Mart calls out its spin doctors.

Gamers Irate Over NFL Madden 2008 Glitches Bugs make nation's most popular video game "unplayable," fans complain.

Wal-Mart Attacks Lab Tests that Found Lead, Chromium in Pet Toys Threatens legal action to silence independent lab's reports.

FDA Warns P&G About Kids Hand Sanitizer Active ingredient is an unapproved drug, FDA warns.

Wal-Mart Reviewing Results of Tests on China-Made Pet Toys Consumer Product Safety Commission ignores inquiries, FDA claims no jurisdiction.

Lab Tests Find Lead, Other Toxins in Pet Toys Sold at Wal-Mart Vets say there's no risk to pets but others aren't so sure. Wal-Mart doesn't respond.

U.S.-China Agreement Aims to Ban Lead Paint But Chinese official says criticism of China's safety record is "distorted".

Disney, Toys 'R' Us To Do Their Own Toy Tests Babes in Toyland no longer, big brands to test for safety hazards.

Study: Kids Getting Too Much Sodium Popular snacks contain way too much salt, set kids up for hypertension.

Caffeine Content Labels Suggested for Soft Drinks Researchers find content varies widely among brands.

Lead Paint Leads to Another Big Mattel Recall Mattel recalls Fisher-Price locomotives, bongo drums, Barbie accessories.

Number of Kids Hurt by Dangerous Products More than Doubles Study blames lax enforcement, corporate foot-dragging.

Soft Drink Sweetener Linked to Diabetes in Kids Researchers zero in on high fructose corn syrup.

FDA Proposes New Sunscreen Rules But critics say the new rules don't go far enough.

Mattel Lawsuit Seeks Lead Tests for Children Class action wants toymaker to pay for medical testing.

High Blood Pressure Often Undiagnosed in Children, Teens Problem is growing as obesity epidemic intensifies.

College Dorm Fires a Growing Danger Number of fires has nearly doubled in recent years.

Autism Fad Treatments On the Rise Unproven treatments can be ineffective and dangerous, researchers warn.

FDA Targets Cough Medicine For Kids Under Two Agency acts on doctors' concerns about overdoses in children.

Cheap Jewelry: Hazardous to Children's Health Parents shouldn't rely on government inspectors, consumer advocates warn.

Videos May Not Be Good For Baby "Educational" videos may dumb down baby, researchers warn.