Fathers of Invention: Famous Dads Who Invented Things that Changed our Lives

Fathers who Invented the Air Conditioner, Adhesive Tape, Popsicle and More

 

By Kate Kelly

When we think of great inventors, we generally list the men like Alexander Graham Bell, Samuel Colt, the Wright brothers, and of course, Thomas Edison. (As a “fatherly aside,” Edison’s early work was on the telegraph, and he had telegraph-related names for his first two children: Dot and Dash.)

On a month when we focus on “fathers” and celebrate their day, it’s fun to think about some of the lesser-known fathers of invention who came up with everyday items that have changed our lives. This Father’s Day, let’s tip our hats to some men (fathers as well as fathers-to-be) who created some of these everyday items:

Air Conditioning

Imagine life without air conditioning…for most of us, our summers would be pretty miserable.

How to Protect Children from Child Predators

Protect children from child predators

Trust Your Gut… and your child’s gut, too!

 

by Darlene Ellison, M.S

iPhones, texting, YouTube…we seem to be a technology-dominated society. Of course, in my 40’s, I am probably a bit insecure in these high tech times, since the first time I ever turned on a computer was in college!  Don’t get me wrong, I am a definitive fan of technology as it aids me in my business, in keeping up with my kids’ whereabouts, and in providing research at my fingertips…not to mention great recipes at a moment’s notice.  But when it comes to protecting our children from child predators, detection is key and there is no technology in the world that is more valuable than feelings that stir inside of you and your child—TRUST YOUR GUT!

Learning to Swim Advice – Part One


Swimming Advice &  Safety for children and adults – Part One

 

by Mimi Conner

Summer is upon us and for many families that means pool time whether it is in your own backyard, at a community pool, a friend’s house or on vacation. Children need to learn to swim. All children must appreciate the water and know how to be safe in and around the water. This is not a luxury, this is a necessity.