Another toy recall. Over 2.4 million Mega Brands magnetic toys are being recalled. The characters have a magnet inside which can come loose. Children swallowing more than one of the magnets can end up with blocked intestines and other problems. Being recalled are 1.3 million MagnaMan action figures (pictured) as well as 1.1 million Magtastik’s. This is not the first time Mega Brands has had problems. In March 2006, they recalled 3.8 million Magnetix magnetic building sets, and in April 2007 it was 4 million more Mega Brands magnetic toys. Seeing a disturbing trend here? This is a time when I wish governments could step in and slap down these repeat offenders.

If you own and of these magnetic toys, call 800-779-7122. Information is also available at megabrands.com or cpsc.gov.

Childhood allergies are rough on kids. Many areas of the US are just getting over big snowstorms, so it seems a bit early to talk about allergy season, but it is just around the corner, and many kids have a rough time. Studies show that children suffering from allergies are not only impacted at day, but many have sleep issues as well. If your child suffers from allergies, please make sure they are regularly seen by their doctor. And if you think that their medicines are not effective enough to keep your child comfortable, please see your doctor again and discuss it with her.

At least you didn’t name your kid THAT… Emma Royds, Ivana Tinkle, Gamble Moore. (I am giggling at some of these here!) Believe it or not, all of these names actually exist - they are all official names in the registry of www.ancestry.com.

Say this 10 times fast… Nahla Ariela Aubry. The name of Halle Berry’s new baby girl! (Just in case you are wondering, it is pronounced: GNAW-lah ARE-ee-EL-uh)