Parents Research Center Blog

Avoid this flu shot brand for small kids….

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 23:42:09 +0000

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices have recommended that you (and your kids) should avoid using the CSL vaccine in children ages 6 months through 8 years. The AP article states: “Committee members were concerned about the unexplained higher rate of fevers and related seizures seen in young children who got the vaccine earlier [...]

Get your daughters into Soccer or really any team sport!

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:59:53 +0000

I’ve been playing competitive sports my whole life. I believe sports and specifically team sports teaches you things that are valuable for in life. As a father, I firmly believe this not only for my son, but also for my daughters. All of my kids are currently playing AYSO soccer. It’s [...]

Free Museum Admissions – Los Angeles and Orange County

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:01:36 +0000

Free Museum Admissions – Los Angeles and Orange County 22 Museums in all Free Admission Days October 3 and/or 4, 2009 The Museum Marketing Roundtable announces the fifth annual ‘Museums Free-For-All’ Saturday-Sunday, October 3 and 4, 2009. The following twenty-two museums—presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science—will open their doors and invite visitors free of charge for [...]

Knott’s Berry Farm Ride Accident

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:33:10 +0000

On September 16, in Knott’s Berry Farm, a cable came loose on the Xcelerator roller coaster leading to two injuries. The accident caused lacerations to a 12 year old boy and another man complains of back pain. The two guests were taken to the hospital. Since then, the Knott’s Berry Farm officials have suspended the [...]

Now on Alltop!

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:24:17 +0000

We were super excited to find out we are now on Alltop’s Parenting section along with the rest of the best of the web parenting blogs. Check it out here: http://parenting.alltop.com/ We’re big fans of Alltop and their founder Guy Kawasaki and are honored to be included. We hope to live up to their standards!

Toys “R” Us launches Cash for Clunkers (great for parents!)

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 05:41:56 +0000

Toy “R” Us is running a program called the Great Trade-in Event which is similar to the cash for clunkers for cars. You bring in any old Stroller, Car Seat, High Chair, Playard, Bassinets, Crib or travel system and get 20% discount on the new item. The offer is for limited time from August 28, [...]

Product Recall – Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:48:28 +0000

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Hazard: The stroller’s restraint buckle could break or unlatch allowing the child or infant to fall out. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using [...]

Best Starter DSLR Camera

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:12:15 +0000

We’ve gone along time with point and shoot digital cameras. These are great cameras – easy to use and generally take pretty darn good photos. But now that we have kids, we’re thinking that we really need to take the next step up and make the plunge and step up to a DSLR camera. The [...]

Pregnancy Hospital Checklist – What to pack for the Hospital

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 22:32:46 +0000

There are a lot of questions on the mommy to be’s mind about what to pack for the hospital. We have gathered below a list of things that you should pack before your 35/36th week to take along with you. We hope this list would not let you forget anything! Paperwork Birth Plan Health Insurance Card You should [...]

Discount Tickets to Southern California Theme Parks

The ParentsResearchCenter Team — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:13:12 +0000

If you live in the Southern California area, you can not escape taking your kids to great theme parks in and around it. And why not, kids have so much fun at these theme parks and it’s a great day out for the entire family. But tickets for the theme parks can be expensive. But [...]