the honest scoop – 10-28-09
Today’s top news headlines for parents
A Space Shuttle astronaut might end up welcoming his newborn into the world from Earth orbit.
After losing his 9-year old son, a father makes it his mission to get the word out about congenital heart defects.
A dying 6-year old leaves behind love notes to her family:
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Sasha and Malia Obama opted for a double of protection with both a seasonal and H1N1 vaccination.
Antipsychotic medications are causing dramatic weight gains in children, with some packing on as much as 19 pounds after just under 3 months of use.
One new tool to help fight childhood obesity is letting the kids sleep late on weekends.
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With the likelihood of getting hit by a car doubled, Halloween is the most dangerous day for children to be on the streets.
Just in time for Halloween, the myths and truths about sugar:
In a bold but questionable move, the Cushing Academy in Massachusetts becomes the first school to dump it’s library in favor of e-books.
The Biggest Loser’s Jillian Michaels is getting her own series to help families deal with their fitness issues.
Somehow, our invite to Kourtney Kardashian’s baby shower got lost in the mail but we think those that got theirs should gift her a few honestbaby tees.
The MvA team takes on Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space tonight on NBC:
