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Despite best evidence, health care providers continue to perform routine procedures during labor and birth that often are unnecessary and can have harmful results for mothers and babies.

Children from coast-to-coast are blanketing the nation with Dream Stars for the inauguration. They’re sharing their dreams for America with Obama, and encouraging him to "remember his promises" and "do his best."

The National Association of Colored Women's Clubs,Inc is the oldest black women's organization in America founded in 1896. Noted civil right's activist Mrs. Mary H. Terrell served as the 1st National President

The Legacy Project’s national Web of Dreams enables children and teens to send their advice and dreams for America to Barack Obama. There’s also a free activity kit for schools and families for the historic inauguration on January 20.

It’s smart art for cool kids AND benefits children with Juvenile Diabetes!

Longtime educator and public health advocate Erik A. Cliette to serve as Jack and Jill of America Foundation 's next President of the Board of Trustees.

Washington, D.C. The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (1733 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009) will hold a public event Nov. 1st from 10a.m. to 1p.m. to launch The Masonic Geocaching Society, a group of Masons dedicated to the sport of geocaching.

Research shows a close relationship between children and grandparents is important to both generations. What can families do to bring the generations closer? The Legacy Project offers free online activities and tips.

The Order of the Midnight Rose is a fast-paced historical Christian and Islamic epic that explores the origins of modern day religious conflict in a suspenseful story of forbidden love. The new trade paperback now available.

According to the (NCMA) an astounding 2,300 Americans are reported missing every day, including both adults and children.

NOKR Communications Resource is Vital in Assisting the Injured, Connecting Loved Ones

This free weekly e-mail, entitled Lamaze...Building Confidence Week by Week, features information, tips and inspirational stories to help guide women and families.