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Oakley 7-year-old's death linked to blunt trauma, coroner says; three charged
crime14 days ago

Oakley 7-year-old's death linked to blunt trauma, coroner says; three charged

The Hamilton County Coroner ruled that 7-year-old William Evans-Ellis died from blunt head trauma with numerous other injuries after being found bound and beaten in a closet in Oakley. Three people, including his mother Kaitlin Evans and her partners Kirby Rankin and Nessa Keane, are charged with murder and child endangerment as the investigation continues. Toxicology results are pending and investigators say the child may have died at least a day before discovery.

via WLWT|
#child-abuse#coroner#crime
Grandma’s Viral Take on Grandparent Visit Rules Sparks Vaccine Debate
lifestyle1 month ago

Grandma’s Viral Take on Grandparent Visit Rules Sparks Vaccine Debate

A parenting coach’s viral critique of strict grandparent visitation demands TDAP and flu vaccines, quarantines, and other gatekeeping rules for encounters with newborns, sparking a heated online debate. Health professionals say vaccinating visitors helps protect vulnerable infants, while supporters argue these boundaries infringe on family autonomy and the normal flow of visits, highlighting differing views on protecting babies versus parental control.

via New York Post|
#grandparents#influenza#lifestyle
Parenting Across Two Worlds: Lessons from a China-born mom raising a daughter in LA
lifestyle1 month ago

Parenting Across Two Worlds: Lessons from a China-born mom raising a daughter in LA

Grace Cong Sui, raised in Shandong, China, is raising her daughter in Los Angeles and, after a two-month visit to Qingdao for Lunar New Year, sees how her extended family's hands-on, food-forward parenting in China contrasts with her US routines. Back home, she values the help of family but also notices how old habits can resurface, such as feeding her child herself. She now aims to blend the two approaches, acknowledging the love behind both, and to decide which elements to pass on as she navigates motherhood across cultures.

via Yahoo|
#china#cross-cultural-parenting#grandparents
Cringe that Connects: 39 Dad Jokes That Bring People Together
lifestyle2 months ago

Cringe that Connects: 39 Dad Jokes That Bring People Together

A Washington Post Well+Being feature explains why dad jokes—corny puns and literal twists—can actually bond people; a preprint analysis of 32,000 dad jokes found the funniest rely on punning, literalization and pedantic humor, and researchers say these jokes help people connect and make memories across generations, with the piece also sharing 39 example jokes.

via The Washington Post|
#children#comedy#grandparents
Grandpa's Spanking Sparks a Family Rift—and a Path to Reconciliation
family2 months ago

Grandpa's Spanking Sparks a Family Rift—and a Path to Reconciliation

A Slate Care and Feeding advice column addresses a mom whose father spanked her 5-year-old; her husband wants the grandparents cut out, tearing the family apart. The guidance treats the spanking as a boundary violation but urges the grandparents to apologize, explores whether breaking ties is the only fix, and recommends addressing the child’s behavior and setting boundaries to protect the kids while aiming to repair family relationships.

via Slate Magazine|
#advice#discipline#family
Garage bedroom frees up space for grandparents in a San Diego family home
lifestyle3 months ago

Garage bedroom frees up space for grandparents in a San Diego family home

Sofia Palacios, 22, turned her detached family garage into a bedroom and art studio so her grandparents could stay in the main house, keeping her close to family and freeing a room for guests. The setup includes a sink and small heater, natural light from glass doors, and direct access to the yard, but there’s no kitchen or full bathroom—she must walk inside for meals and showers. She loves the open, loft-like space and the savings and proximity living with family provides in expensive San Diego.

via Yahoo News Malaysia|
#family-living-at-home#garage-apartment#grandparents
Grandparent ages at childbirth linked to autism risk across generations, with racial differences
autism4 months ago

Grandparent ages at childbirth linked to autism risk across generations, with racial differences

A California multigenerational study found that the ages of maternal grandparents when they had their child are linked to autism risk in their grandchildren, with distinct racial/ethnic patterns: a U-shaped increase in risk for White families (young and old grandparents both associated with higher odds) and varying patterns for Hispanic, Asian Pacific Islander, and Black families. The analysis used birth records of more than 1.7 million mother–child pairs (2001–2019) and nearly 28,000 autism cases, linking grandparent ages to grandchild outcomes. Authors note limitations including focus on the maternal line and a lack of data on lifestyle factors or paternal grandparents, calling for broader, more detailed future research.

via PsyPost|
#autism#california#ethnicity
In-Laws' Generous Offer Remains Unused Despite Repeated Visits
family1 year ago

In-Laws' Generous Offer Remains Unused Despite Repeated Visits

A woman expresses frustration with her in-laws who frequently visit but seem more interested in their own activities than bonding with their grandchildren, and are planning to leave early on her son's birthday without celebrating with him. The advice suggests setting boundaries on visits, encouraging grandparents to engage more with the children, and handling the birthday situation delicately by not sharing irritation with the child.

via Slate|
#childrens-birthday#family#family-dynamics
Parents and In-Laws Break Promise to Visit Toddler
advice-column1 year ago

Parents and In-Laws Break Promise to Visit Toddler

A mother expresses disappointment in her parents and in-laws for not being as involved with her toddler as they had promised before her birth. Her parents are busy with work and caring for a child with autism, while her in-laws prioritize leisure activities. Dear Abby advises her to accept the situation and not let anger affect her relationships. In another query, a wife notices her husband, who vowed to diet, is secretly eating her chocolates. Abby suggests addressing it lightly if his weight loss has stalled.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#advice-column#expectations#family
"Grandparent's Surprise Awaits Kids on Next Visit"
parenting2 years ago

"Grandparent's Surprise Awaits Kids on Next Visit"

A parent seeks advice on how to prepare their young children, including an autistic son, for visiting a very sick grandparent in the hospital. The advice includes being open to questions, possibly using photos or videos to preview the visit, and creating a tailored social story to help the children understand and cope with the changes in their grandparent's appearance and behavior.

via Slate|
#autism#children#family
"Grandparental Support Linked to Improved Maternal Mental Health, Study Finds"
health2 years ago

"Grandparental Support Linked to Improved Maternal Mental Health, Study Finds"

A study from the University of Helsinki in Finland found that mothers are less likely to purchase antidepressants if their own parents are younger than 70, employed, and in good health. The research, which tracked 488,000 mothers of young children, revealed a strong connection between access to grandparents' help and lower use of antidepressants, especially in mothers who were separated from their partners. However, instances where grandparents were older, in poor health, or living far away were associated with higher antidepressant use, highlighting the importance of social support in parenting and the potential negative impact when such support is lacking.

via WBAL TV Baltimore|
#antidepressants#grandparents#health