http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:49:42 -0700 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:59:07 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d20-Back-to-School-101-Handling-your-childs-school-worries?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Image courtesy of Mykl Roventine. What are the policies around possession and use of cellular phones and other personal electronic devices in Wichita area schools? The following information is taken from each district's website. Wichita USD 259 ... Back to School Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:59:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d20-Back-to-School-101-Handling-your-childs-school-worries?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d18-Wichita-named-a-playful-city-by-Kaboom?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Congratulations Wichita on your Playful City USA award. KaBOOM!, a national non-profit dedicated to bringing play back into children's lives, recently released its list of 2009 Playful City USA communities. Wichita, KS made the list!  The &quot... Health and Safety Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:54:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d18-Wichita-named-a-playful-city-by-Kaboom?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d16-Back-to-School-101-What-do-I-need-to-know-about-H1N1-in-Wichita-schools?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners   Classes begin for Wichita USD 259 on Monday, August 17th.  With that, the school district is continuing to work with the Sedgwick County Health Department to monitor the H1N1 virus concern. Visit Wichita USD 259's website for updated inf... Back to School Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:52:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d16-Back-to-School-101-What-do-I-need-to-know-about-H1N1-in-Wichita-schools?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d15-Parents-nationwide-are-leaving-children-unattended-in-cars?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners It gets hot inside a parked car.  Too hot for kids. News reports all around the country still depict the tragedy of young lives lost from parents leaving their children unattended in cars.  Two years ago, Brenda Slaby, left her 2 year-old ... Health and Safety Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:42:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d15-Parents-nationwide-are-leaving-children-unattended-in-cars?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d13-Parenting-101-How-do-I-teach-my-child-about-giving?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Take your kids with you to deliver some smiles. It's OK to start at a young age and explain to your kids that some people are less fortunate, sick, or elderly and need help.  The best way to teach your child about charitable giving is to give a... General Parenting Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:50:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d13-Parenting-101-How-do-I-teach-my-child-about-giving?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m9d11-Back-to-School-101-Parenting-a-college-freshman-what-you-need-to-know?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners College is an adjustment for kids and parents alike. Many Wichita parents have just sent their children off to college, for the first time.  Some are still living at home and attending local institutions while many are beginning to adjust to do... Back to School Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:12:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d13-Back-to-School-101-Parenting-a-college-freshman-what-you-need-to-know?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d11-What-to-do-when-your-toddler?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners The scene of the "crime." Imagine this Wichita parents... You've just sent your toddler off to preschool for the first time.  You're proud of your little one but still a little anxious.  You pick up your child, head for home and ... Back to School Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:52:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d11-What-to-do-when-your-toddler?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d10-Back-to-school-deals-for-Wichita-families?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Back to school deals are better than ever this year. If you're like many Wichita families, you'll be spending less this year for back to school clothing, shoes and school supplies.The National Retail Federation projects that back to school spending ... Back to School Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:46:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d10-Back-to-school-deals-for-Wichita-families?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d7-How-can-fathers-supporting-breastfeeding-mothers?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners The International Breastfeeding Symbol The father's role in a breastfeeding family cannot be underestimated.  The child forms a wonderful bond with his mother, however there are a number of ways his father can support this relationship and deve... Breastfeeding Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:16:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d7-How-can-fathers-supporting-breastfeeding-mothers?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d5-Parenting-101-What-breastfeeding-support-resources-are-there-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners The International Breastfeeding SymbolBreastfeeding or wanting to breastfeed?Looking for support, instruction, encouragement?There are several groups and resources in the Wichita area to help mothers who are nursing and want to nurse their infants.L... Breastfeeding Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:15:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d5-Parenting-101-What-breastfeeding-support-resources-are-there-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d3-You-can-breastfeed-your-adopted-babythe-basics?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Adoptive mothers can nurse their children. Worried that you'll miss out on the special bonding experience that comes from breastfeeding? Concerned that you'll go broke buying formula? Wary of formula feeding, in general? There is nothing to worry ab... Breastfeeding Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:44:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d3-You-can-breastfeed-your-adopted-babythe-basics?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d2-How-not-to-let-your-teenagers-angst-punch-holes-in-your-parental-selfesteem?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Don't worry, your teen doesn't hate you. Many Wichita parents agree that during the teen years, parenting alternates between moments of complete joy and utter misery. While raising your teens can often be a source of great happiness, there are also... General Parenting Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:41:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d2-How-not-to-let-your-teenagers-angst-punch-holes-in-your-parental-selfesteem?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d26-You-can-take-your-kids-out-to-eat-without-scenes-meltdowns-or-food-fights?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Wish your kids behaved like this at restaurants? Imagine this…You and your family are seated at a table in one of Wichita’s better restaurants. You have young children with you and they’re acting quite normally. In walks a grou... Discipline Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:17:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d26-You-can-take-your-kids-out-to-eat-without-scenes-meltdowns-or-food-fights?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d23-How-to-discipline-your-children-timeout-naughty-chair-Love-and-Logic?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Spanking is not the answer.  What method of child discipline produces the best results? The age-old debate continues.Grandparents say with pride…“We spanked you when you got out of line and you turned out just fine.”&ldquo... General Parenting Discipline Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:00:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d23-How-to-discipline-your-children-timeout-naughty-chair-Love-and-Logic?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d19-Parenting-101-How-do-I-sign-up-for-Marriage-for-Keeps-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners A project of Catholic Charities Inc - Diocese of WichitaMarriage for Keeps is a program funded by The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and currently available in Wichita, Manhattan, Garden City, and Kansas City, KS.   The ... General Parenting Sun, 19 Jul 2009 22:40:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d19-Parenting-101-How-do-I-sign-up-for-Marriage-for-Keeps-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d18-Best-in-class-parenting-resources-for-Wichita-moms-and-dads?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Parenting isn't easy.  Wichita parents need all the help they can get to raise healthy, happy, and well-adjusted children. These are some best-in-class parenting resources that can help make raising kids easier and less stressful. The entitlemen... Education Sat, 18 Jul 2009 14:52:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d18-Best-in-class-parenting-resources-for-Wichita-moms-and-dads?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d18-How-to-teach-your-kids-about-money-in-the-midst-of-a-recession?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners With inflation, a dollar saved is a dollar earned.Wichita has been especially hard hit by the recession, compared to the rest of Kansas, with an unemployment rate of 8.5% at the time of this article.  Given the current state of the economy, tea... Education Fri, 17 Jul 2009 23:18:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d18-How-to-teach-your-kids-about-money-in-the-midst-of-a-recession?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m8d18-Parenting-101-Where-can-I-take-parenting-classes-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners A happy mom and baby.Wichita parents have a wide range of parenting class options to choose from with classes for parents of young children and teens, children with special needs and families in transition as just some of what is available.Most of t... Education Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:56:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d15-Parenting-101-Where-can-I-take-parenting-classes-in-Wichita-KS?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d12-Segwick-County-Parks-Boundless-Playscape-now-open?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners The 5-12 year old play area at SunriseJuly 8th marked the opening of Sedgwick County Park's newest attraction, a $1.5 million playground designed to help children with disabilities play alongside their able-bodied friends and siblings.Sunrise Boundl... Familly Edutainment Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:19:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d12-Segwick-County-Parks-Boundless-Playscape-now-open?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d10-Wichita-area-public-school-enrollment-draws-near?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners Wichita North High School It’s that time of year again – Wichita area public schools are ready to enroll students for the 2009-2010 school year.Wichita USD 259Wichita USD 259 enrollment is July 29th through July 31st and August 3rd thro... Education Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:56:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-14585-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners~y2009m7d10-Wichita-area-public-school-enrollment-draws-near?cid=exrss-Wichita-Parenting-Examiners