THE MORNING AFTER PILL........DOES IT WORK?

Does the "morning after pill work for all women?"

New research suggests that the morning after pill does not work for everyone. This news release describes that the weight of a woman can have a huge impact on effectiveness. It is a MUST READ news release article.

http://globalnews.ca/news/1118975/health-canada-studying-morning-after-pill-after-questions-about-its-efficacy/

Impact of Social Media.......taking a selfie

Selfie

How much pressure does social media have on young girls? Having a picture taken seems easy.....right? With new technology .......you can take your own picture of yourself.....referred to as a "selfie." The pressure that a teenage girl feels behind the camera is shocking. Dove conducted an experiment..........watch the video and see what you think. Did you ever imagine the negative thoughts that would unfold while taking a selfie. Also.....you will see how a mother's insecurities impact their daughters. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFkm1Hg4dTI

MOMS!!!!!!!! You need to see this.....

MOMS.....watch this video! How do your children view you as a parent? 

Many times we ask ourselves......"How are my parenting skills?" Should have I said that or done that? Have a look at this video...see what you think now!

http://vimeo.com/66058153

Fire Safety

Please have a look at this video. I have chosen this for my blog because I feel that parents use batteries in toys, swings etc. It is important for anyone to watch this video to possibly save a disaster from happening.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSJH21WmALc

Very Important Information for parents: A Recall on Pacifiers

Parents: Please have a look at the recall on pacifiers that was just released today

http://globalnews.ca/news/1100024/playtex-recalls-1-4-million-pacifier-holder-clips-150000-distributed-in-canada/

Potty training!! 

What age do you start? When do you know that your child is ready? We all have different parenting techniques. Do we listen to a friend or family members advice on this topic? Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves as parents to "keep up" with everyone else.


Have a look at this video

http://www.babycenter.com/2_potty-training-signs-your-child-is-ready_10385132.bc

Poverty......does it really effect our children?
I found this article to share. I feel that it is sad, but I guess a true reality? What do you think?

http://www.bccf.ca/professionals/blog/2013-12/poverty-linked-poorer-brain-development-children