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Attachment parenting is a holistic way of life for actress Mayim Bialik
Mayim Bialik, well known for her acting roles in “Beaches,” “Blossom” and “The Big Bang Theory,” has released a new book, “Beyond the Sling: A Real-Life Guide to Raising Confident, Loving Children the Attachment Parenting Way.”
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Conn. accident shows dangers of distracted driving
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A teenage driver is under arrest after authorities said the distraction of a handheld cellphone caused her to fatally hit a jogger, whose father blames his death on her "stupidity." The death of 44-year-old Kenneth Dorsey in Norwalk and the subsequent criminal charges against the... Read More
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A teenage driver is under arrest after authorities said the distraction of a handheld cellphone caused her to fatally hit a jogger, whose father blames his death on her "stupidity." The death of 44-year-old Kenneth Dorsey in Norwalk and the subsequent criminal charges against the... Read More
Oklahoma mothers find telecommuting, flexible hours work for them
Mothers prefer part-time jobs with benefits, ‘Working Mother' editor says Read More
Mothers prefer part-time jobs with benefits, ‘Working Mother' editor says Read More
Oklahoma lacks milk bank for nursing moms, infants
Oklahoma doesn't currently have a milk bank. OU Medical Center serves as a depot for women to drop off their breast milk. It is then sent to the Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas in Fort Worth. OU Medical Center buys milk from North Texas, but it would make more sense for Oklahoma to have its own milk bank, said... Read More
Oklahoma doesn't currently have a milk bank. OU Medical Center serves as a depot for women to drop off their breast milk. It is then sent to the Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas in Fort Worth. OU Medical Center buys milk from North Texas, but it would make more sense for Oklahoma to have its own milk bank, said... Read More
Oklahoma moms are balancing business ownership with family life
Mom entrepreneurs are bringing home the bacon with a lot of demands on their plate. They return calls while their baby is napping, tote their children to work with them and adjust their hours to accommodate children's schedules. Read More
Mom entrepreneurs are bringing home the bacon with a lot of demands on their plate. They return calls while their baby is napping, tote their children to work with them and adjust their hours to accommodate children's schedules. Read More
OSBI identify Tulsa woman found dead in vehicle
A woman found dead Tuesday in her sport utility vehicle near Sapulpa has been identified as Leticia Melendez Reyes. Read More
A woman found dead Tuesday in her sport utility vehicle near Sapulpa has been identified as Leticia Melendez Reyes. Read More
International adoptions plummet globally
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — The number of international adoptions has plummeted to its lowest point in 15 years, a steep decline attributed largely to crackdowns against baby-selling, a sputtering world economy and efforts by countries to place more children with domestic families. Globally, the number of orphans... Read More
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — The number of international adoptions has plummeted to its lowest point in 15 years, a steep decline attributed largely to crackdowns against baby-selling, a sputtering world economy and efforts by countries to place more children with domestic families. Globally, the number of orphans... Read More
Inflatable pool slides recalled after 1 death
WASHINGTON (AP) — About 21,000 inflatable water slides for in-ground pools are being recalled after the death of a 29-year-old mother. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the Banzai water slides can deflate during use and the rider can hit the ground underneath the slide. The vinyl slide can also topple... Read More
WASHINGTON (AP) — About 21,000 inflatable water slides for in-ground pools are being recalled after the death of a 29-year-old mother. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the Banzai water slides can deflate during use and the rider can hit the ground underneath the slide. The vinyl slide can also topple... Read More
Edmond children prepare for Mother's Day
Edmond children made Mother's Day presents this week to honor mothers and grandmothers. The children used their hands and feet to make memorable gifts at the Multi-Activity Center. Read More
Edmond children made Mother's Day presents this week to honor mothers and grandmothers. The children used their hands and feet to make memorable gifts at the Multi-Activity Center. Read More
Oklahoma's plan to improve child welfare system needs more work, experts say
Three out-of-state experts say more work is needed before they will sign off on DHS's proposed child welfare reform plan. Read More
Three out-of-state experts say more work is needed before they will sign off on DHS's proposed child welfare reform plan. Read More
Where the wild things still are: bedtime rituals
NEW YORK (AP) — The claws and teeth of wild things are a near-nightly affair at bedtime for Gregg Svingen's 2-year-old, Tessa. She raises a tiny index finger and issues a clear and forceful "Be still!" to knock Maurice Sendak's monsters into shape. "This evolved into telling anything scary or threatening a... Read More
NEW YORK (AP) — The claws and teeth of wild things are a near-nightly affair at bedtime for Gregg Svingen's 2-year-old, Tessa. She raises a tiny index finger and issues a clear and forceful "Be still!" to knock Maurice Sendak's monsters into shape. "This evolved into telling anything scary or threatening a... Read More
Yukon couple set for trial on child abuse charges
EL RENO — A Yukon couple accused of abusing their three adopted children are set to go to trial on child abuse and neglect charges. Read More
EL RENO — A Yukon couple accused of abusing their three adopted children are set to go to trial on child abuse and neglect charges. Read More
Court orders former Oklahoma County District judge Tammy Bass-LeSure to pay nearly $70,000
Former Oklahoma County district judge Tammy Bass-LeSure and her husband were ordered to pay the restitution in connection with an adoption fraud case. Read More
Former Oklahoma County district judge Tammy Bass-LeSure and her husband were ordered to pay the restitution in connection with an adoption fraud case. Read More
Tulsa author writes about coping with son's suicide
On July 25, 2007, Becky Kruse lost her 22-year-old son, Adam, when he committed suicide. It is often said that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Too many families are left wondering why they did not know that their loved ones were going through a problem that they felt was so serious that... Read More
On July 25, 2007, Becky Kruse lost her 22-year-old son, Adam, when he committed suicide. It is often said that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Too many families are left wondering why they did not know that their loved ones were going through a problem that they felt was so serious that... Read More
Oklahoma DHS officials tweak reform plan
Babies would no longer be housed in state shelters by the end of the year and actions would be taken to improve DHS customer service under a revised state child welfare reform plan submitted this week. Read More
Babies would no longer be housed in state shelters by the end of the year and actions would be taken to improve DHS customer service under a revised state child welfare reform plan submitted this week. Read More
Colleges don't produce enough grads to meet industry demands, business group warns
The Center for Economic Development, a public policy organization that seeks to promote economic growth and a favorable business climate, released its report “Boosting Postsecondary Education Performance” Monday. In the report, the organization warns that falling college completion rates and the rising cost of... Read More
The Center for Economic Development, a public policy organization that seeks to promote economic growth and a favorable business climate, released its report “Boosting Postsecondary Education Performance” Monday. In the report, the organization warns that falling college completion rates and the rising cost of... Read More
Oklahoma Supreme Court strikes down personhood proposal
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled the proposed personhood measure violates a 1992 U.S. Supreme Court opinion upholding the right of a woman to have an abortion. Read More
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled the proposed personhood measure violates a 1992 U.S. Supreme Court opinion upholding the right of a woman to have an abortion. Read More
Your Life: Vacation time with grandchildren should be fun, flexible
Charlotte Lankard: Grandparents should have fun and be open-minded and enthusiastic when grandchildren come to visit. Read More
Charlotte Lankard: Grandparents should have fun and be open-minded and enthusiastic when grandchildren come to visit. Read More
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma to recognize Gold, Silver and Bronze Award winners during a ceremony May 5
The Gold Award, given for service on a project that fulfills a need within the community, creates change and is ongoing, is similar to the Boy Scouts' Eagle Scout ranking. Read More
The Gold Award, given for service on a project that fulfills a need within the community, creates change and is ongoing, is similar to the Boy Scouts' Eagle Scout ranking. Read More
Poetry helps Choctaw students express emotion
Choctaw High School students wrote poems on the sidewalk with chalk during Poem in Your Pocket Day on Thursday. Read More
Choctaw High School students wrote poems on the sidewalk with chalk during Poem in Your Pocket Day on Thursday. Read More
Moore Central Junior High student poets attract crowd of 200
Student poets at Moore Central Junior High attract a crowd of 200 for a poetry reading in the school's cafeteria Tuesday. Read More
Student poets at Moore Central Junior High attract a crowd of 200 for a poetry reading in the school's cafeteria Tuesday. Read More
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