Do You Hope Your Children Choose Your Politics?


Updated 02/01/11 2:47 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Video: Barbara Bush Supports Gay Marriage

Barbara Bush, the daughter of former president George W. Bush, is advocating gay marriage in a recent PSA filmed by The Human Rights Campaign. It's a very public way for the 29-year-old to disagree with the ban that her father tried to put in place while in office. But perhaps her political views are more in line with her mother Laura's. The former first lady said she disagreed with her husband's Read more

Obama Offers American Babies a Better Start Via Text?


Updated 02/05/10 12:50 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 2 comments

Obama Offers American Babies a Better Start Via Text?

President Obama held on to his personal BlackBerry for as long as it was possible and it seems he's also a fan of texting. Today, the White House announced its new mobile health service for expectant and new mommies. It said: Here’s how it works: women who sign up for the service by texting BABY to 511411 (or BEBE for Spanish) receive three free SMS text messages each week timed to their due Read more

Political Impersonations by Presidential Smarty Pants


Updated 08/28/09 10:40 AM · Posted by babysugar · 3 comments

Presidential Impersonations by Toddler

It's pretty impressive to see two year olds reading off note cards, but this comical toddler has taken it to another level with his presidential impersonations. Every president is known for a line or two and this kid's got 'em down pat. From "No new taxes!" to "Four score and seven years ago," Jace could give Will Ferrell a run or his money. I Read more

Politikid Damon Weaver Interviews Obama at the White House


Updated 08/17/09 11:10 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Politikid Damon Weaver Interviews Obama at the White House

One precocious, 11-year-old aspiring journalist made his way to the White House! Prior to the inauguration of President Barack Obama, Damon Weaver, then 10, launched his own campaign asking for an interview with the soon to be commander-in-chief. But the young man wasn't looking for a handout; he has a resume that rivals most professional reporters. He has interviewed Vice President Joe Read more

Tell Mommy: More Likely to Vote For Parent Politicians?


Updated 02/19/09 6:39 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 5 comments

Tell Mommy: More Likely to Vote For Parent Politicians?

San Francisco's mayor, Gavin Newsom, recently confirmed that he's going to be a daddy. And some are speculating that it will play a role in his run for governor of California. We have a proud family man with President Obama in the White House. Does a politician being a parent ever influence your vote? Source Read more

3 Ways to Celebrate Presidents' Day With Your Politikids


Updated 02/16/09 10:58 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

3 Ways to Celebrate Presidents' Day With Your Politikids

Today is Presidents' Day and a prime opportunity to talk to your kids about our nation's history and why some schools, banks, and stores are closed to honor our forefathers. Most youngsters don't need detailed political rants or your take on what George Washington would have said about the credit crisis; here are some politically correct ideas for broaching the subject of former White House Read more

GenOtees Celebrate Generation Obama


Updated 01/23/09 7:11 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 2 comments

GenOtees Celebrate Generation Obama

If you've got a wee one that is enthused about our newest president, Barack Obama, then let him wear his or her pride in the form of a soft genOtee onesie or tee that proudly exclaims, "I am Generation O." The darling duds are the brainchild of a mama who is cashing in on the Obama craze after she made one for her baby in a moment of inspiration on election night. Fellow parents kept asking her Read more

Wee TV: Nickelodeon to Cover Inauguration


Updated 01/20/09 4:00 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Wee TV:  Nickelodeon to Cover Inauguration

If last night's inaugural concert for kids got your lil one excited about today's historic events, be sure to keep your boob tube tuned to Nickelodeon throughout the day today. The network best known for its slime machine continues its 'Kids Pick the President' campaign by sending three young reporters, including Phil Collins' daughter Lily, to our nation's capital to report on the transfer of Read more

Will Your Baby's Name Be Influenced by the New President?


Updated 03/06/09 7:50 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 11 comments

Will Your Baby's Name Be Influenced by the New President?

If you've got a bun in the oven or plan to give birth during the Obama administration, would you consider naming your child Barack or Obama after the Commander-in-Chief? Or Michelle, Malia, Natasha or Sasha after the first lady and the president's daughters? Source Will Your Baby's Name Be Influenced by the New President? Yes — I'd consider one of these names. No — I Read more

Politikids: Kids' Inaugural


Updated 01/19/09 9:00 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Politikids:  Kids Inaugural

Though tomorrow's inaugural balls may call for black ties and heels, your lil one doesn't need to get all decked out to celebrate like the Obamas. Get the party started at home with some festive food, and then tune into the Kids' Inaugural: We Are the Future Concert this evening. The concert, which will be attended by Michelle Obama, Jill Biden, and their families, will honor military families Read more