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'High self--esteem' parenting philosophy of 1960s an intellectual rip--off (Aberdeen American News) - A fellow, slightly upset at my recent series of columns dealing with the myriad of stupid parenting ideas that came out of the 1960s, accuses me of painting with too broad a brush. Without being very specific, he says that some of the parenting changes fashioned during that decade were worthwhil...

Parenting tip: Alleviate allergies without meds (Savannah Morning News) - A reader asked me, "At this time of the year, my 3-year-old severely suffers from allergies. Is there a way to help alleviate his allergies without medications?"

Virtual parenting adequate, says court (The Australian) - THE Family Court is allowing mothers to leave the country with their children, provided they agree to sign up for internet-based Skype.

Parenting classes to begin at Whittier Adult School (Whittier Daily News) - WHITTIER - Whittier Adult School's "Mommy & Me" parent education classes will begin this week at the school, 9401 S. Painter Ave.

Questionable parenting in the news (The Weatherford Democrat) - As parents, most of us constantly second-guess ourselves regarding the choices we make for our kids. Should they get to stay up a little later tonight?

Parenting v. working (The Globe and Mail) - A punishing work culture has made it difficult for women lawyers raising families to keep working. Now, new initiatives aim to help law firms retain more mothers

A firm, fun parent keeps stress in check (Detroit Free Press) - Whether you're married with children or a single parent, it's important to learn good parenting techniques. Failure to practice good parenting skills will only add a lot of pressure to your household.

Young children's development depends on parents' vision, love (Post-Tribune) - GARY -- Vision and love are key factors in rearing young people because children will follow their parents' lead, a local children's advocate said Saturday. Laura Smith-Wynn, founder and director of the Indiana Parenting Institute, said parents should model behavior and attitudes thay want their children to emulate. "Parents have to have a vision for their children to hold on to," Smith-Wynn ...

PARENTING: Options for resolving disputes among divorcing parents (The MetroWest Daily News) - Divorce lawyer offers parents ways to resolve their parenting issues.

Only in Sunday's paper: Guitars, drums and … diapers? (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune) - As women have become more integral to rock ’n’ roll — and men more involved in parenting — more bands are hitting the road with their babies on board.