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Paramus, NJ
News
Doorbell Cam: Paramus Police Officer Prepared For Patrolling, Parenting
Amit Vaidya had no time to think when his two-year-old son Jaiden bolted out their front door and across the lawn toward the street. The Paramus police officer raced after the toddler, snatching him from potential harm's way. Vaidya's doorbell camera captured the incident, earning him praise from Facebook followers who watched the video. The officer, however, insists things could have turned out differently. "Situational awareness is a critical skill when it comes to parenting and policing," said Vaidya, who started with the Paramus Police Department five years ago next month. "You can …
Westport, CT
Business
Find Plenty Of Toys, Fun At New Store In Westport
Toys for big and small will be everywhere when Awesome Toys and Gifts, formerly Stamford Toys and Books, host their grand opening in Westport on Saturday, March 30. Located at 429 Post Road East, the grand opening of their second location will run from noon to 4 p.m. and include games, competitions, gifts, and food to celebrate with the Westport community. The new Westport Store will provide a great selection of the new and favorite toys but also act as a meeting place for parents and kids to bond over games and events held weekly in the store. “We want to be seen …
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy
Parenting is one of the hardest and most important jobs anyone can do. Every stage along the way brings more questions and difficult choices. Yet honest conversations about the challenges of parenting are rare — especially when a parent or child is struggling. That’s where parenting support groups come in. Research shows that support groups provide healthy parenting skills, an increased sense of empowerment and a feeling of belonging. Moreover, parenting support groups can be particularly helpful for parents of teens who are coping with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Pa…
Hackensack, NJ
Police & Fire
The Last Word On 'Momo Challenge': It’s A Cruel Hoax Playing On Your Paranoia, Mom
You know what some say is worse than a bogus video called "The Momo Challenge" that encourages children to harm themselves or others? A viral social media explosion that scares the pants off their parents. Yes, teen suicide continues to plague the U.S. But in a country of nearly 326 million, there hasn’t been a single reported incident of a child responding to "The Momo Challenge” by taking pills, stabbing someone or harming themselves, authorities said this week. “Please be aware that many trusted sources say IT IS A HOAX,” said Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo, one of the top l…
Darien, CT
Lifestyle
Newport Academy Examines The Effects Of Helicopter Parenting
The term “helicopter parenting” describes parents who are overinvolved in their children’s lives. They hover close by and swoop down to help at the first sign of trouble. And helicopter parents don’t change their behavior as their kids get older: they continue to hover as teens enter high school and even when they head off to college. As parenting teenagers has become increasingly complicated, helicopter parenting has become more prevalent — along with so-called “lawnmower parents” and “snowplow parents,” who not only hover but also mow down or plow away any obstacles in a child’s or teenag…
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Newport Academy Examines The Effects Of Helicopter Parenting
The term “helicopter parenting” describes parents who are overinvolved in their children’s lives. They hover close by and swoop down to help at the first sign of trouble. And helicopter parents don’t change their behavior as their kids get older: they continue to hover as teens enter high school and even when they head off to college. As parenting teenagers has become increasingly complicated, helicopter parenting has become more prevalent — along with so-called “lawnmower parents” and “snowplow parents,” who not only hover but also mow down or plow away any obstacles in a child’s or teenag…
Hackensack, NJ
Lifestyle
'Spoiled Kids': Bergen County
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Star's Newspaper Column Causes Controversy
Some are calling it unethical journalism. Others say it paints a realistic picture. A newspaper column by a "Real Housewives of New Jersey" cast member details a visit to a sprawling mansion of a "new friend" in which she questions: "Do too many gifts create spoiled children?" The piece by new cast member Jackie Goldschneider doesn't identify the home, but it's believed to be that of Jennifer Aydin of Paramus. Goldschneider opens by describing the residence, complete with an indoor basketball court, movie theater and "bouncy castle bigger than my home." She goes on to poll local experts …
Darien, CT
Lifestyle
Newport Academy Tackles The Ins And Outs Of Raising A Teen
Parenting teens can be challenging, but it can also bring immense joy. However, during difficult situations, turning to time-tested, evidence-based strategies for parenting can be helpful, regardless of age. Whether parents are dealing with the “terrible twos” or with a teen mental health crisis, having a toolkit for keeping calm, creating a harmonious household and relating to their children in positive ways can be invaluable. In order to help raise a healthy, well-rounded and respectful teen, parents must remind themselves that they are the role models for their children. The way they cond…
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
Look Out For Lice! Avoid This Pesky Parasite With Tips From CareMount Medical
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated six to 12 million lice infestations occur each year in the U.S. among children three to 11 years of age. Head lice, or Pediculus humanus capitis, is a parasitic insect that is spread by close person-to-person contact. Head lice are transmitted through lice attaching their eggs to the base of the hair shaft and then moving through the head and neck. Lice cannot jump or fly to another person’s head; rather, they move by crawling and can attach themselves via infested clothing, bedding and objects. Lice infestations…
New City, NY
Lifestyle
Phelps Explores How To Deal With A Stubborn Teen
So your 16-year-old is driving you crazy! Everything you ask him/her to do turns into a fight. You were raised to respect your parents and do what they say, but your child continues to fight you every step of the way. It’s common for parents to use their own experience with their family as a roadmap for navigating tricky situations with their teen. However, parenting is very different today than it was 25 or 30 years ago, so the roadmaps have changed. How your parents raised you may not necessarily work with your child. Because of this, the first thing I always recommend when dealing with a…
Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Police & Fire
Police Warn Parents About Private Snapchat Feature
Police are warning parents about a Snapchat feature that they might not be aware of. “There is a section that is hiding in plain sight: It is called ‘My Eyes Only,’ found in the camera roll,” Ridgefield Park police warned on Friday. “This section is passcode protected and is where images/videos can be saved privately,” the department wrote. “Items in this section would be images/videos taken by your child with that specific device.” To see if your child has activated this private area: Open Snapchat (it should open to the camera); Swipe the screen upward, which should take you to "…
Armonk, NY
Lifestyle
Back-To-School: Seven Easy Tips To Get You And Your Child Ready For A New Year
With the start of the new school year just around the corner, now is a great time to start preparing your family to make the transition back to school smooth and easy. Here are some helpful tips to get the whole family organized ahead of the back-to-school rush: 1. Sleep schedule: Kids tend to sleep in and stay up later during the summer. Getting them back on a regular sleep schedule now will make it easier to adjust back to their school schedule. Getting enough sleep is critical for children to concentrate and succeed in school. 2. School physical and vaccines: Bring your child in for …
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