Current Smart Woman TV Reports

• NO TIME FOR CHILD'S PLAY: Play … it shapes the brain, opens the imagination and invigorates the soul. So why are we doing less, instead of more of it? Are we killing our kids because they don't have enough time to just be a kid?
• ADULT PRESSURE IN A TEENAGE WORLD: Teens spend eight hours at school, 10 hours sleeping … add on two hours for sports and two hours for homework and that leaves just two hours of free time a day. Are we putting too much pressure on the next generation?
• NEVER TOO OLD TO PLAY: Kids, spouse, house, the economy … it's no wonder we all feel overwhelmed! While free time may feel like a trivial pursuit, researchers say we all need to add time to play to our schedules. The right kind of play not only relieves stress … it can impact your entire life.
• SAVING DOGS FROM DEATH ROW: The stats are startling … 52 million dogs live with families in the U.S. but the economy is sending more and more out on the street or into shelters. In fact, 8 million dogs are taken to the pound each year. Six million will be euthanized. Now, two women are making it their mission to find Fido a new home.
• ECONOMY SINKS: ABUSE ON THE RISE: Many couples argue over money, but tight times and an abusive partner could be a deadly mix. Experts say the struggling economy may be triggering an increase in domestic violence, and as finances are stretched during the holidays, the problem may only get worse.
• POCKET PERSONAL TRAINER: Six out of 10 women say they exercise three or more times a week. But even if you do have good workout habits, the usual routine can get boring, and a gym membership or personal trainer can cost big money. Now, there's a new kind of personal trainer you can put in your pocket!
• PREGNANCY POUNDS: BABIES AT RISK: One-third of U.S. women of reproductive age are obese. Now doctors say putting on extra pounds can also change a baby's genes. Giving your child a healthy start begins months before your due date.
• DINING SWINE FLU-FREE: More than one million people in the United States have been infected with the H1N1 flu virus. When one restaurant manager in Spain realized the swine flu was scaring his customers away, he took matters into his own hands.

Current Smart Living TV Reports

• H1N1 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: 251 million people are expected to get the H1N1 flu vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is launching its largest vaccine giveaway in decades. We have what you need to know before you get vaccinated.
• BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM FOR WINTER: Cold and flu season is officially here. While hand washing is one of the most important things you can do to keep from getting sick, giving your immune system a boost will also help you effectively fight off viruses.
• FIRST AID MISTAKES: The emergency room is the best place to go for first aid, but sometimes what you do before heading to the hospital can make all the difference. We have somedo's and don'ts of a home health emergency.
• SAVE $$ WITH ONLINE DOCTOR VISITS: This year, 39 percent of doctors said they had communicated with patients online, up 16 percent from five years ago. It's a trend that's saving patients time, and recent studies show, can also save you money
• NAPPING DOES A BODY GOOD: Contrary to popular opinion, napping isn't just for the lazy. Harvard researchers say naps can help us be more productive at work -- and even make us healthier.
• WILL YOU LIVE TO BE 100? The average American lives to be 77.8 years old, but the number of those living past 100 is growing. Will you be a centenarian? These lifestyle factors may help determine your fate.
• FOUR FERTILITY TIPS FOR HIM: More than 4 million babies will be born this year, but for 10 percent of women, having a baby is more difficult than they thought. We all know a woman’s age plays a role, her nutrition, and whether she exercises, but did you know what he does matters too?
• ADHD ADVICE: ADHD is the most common behavior disorder in school-aged children. More than a third of people with ADHD don’t finish high school and more than half abuse drugs and alcohol. While there's no cure, little changes can help your kid succeed in life.
• BABY BUDGET: CORNERS TO NEVER CUT: These days, everyone's trying to stretch their dollar, but when it comes to babies, there are things you should never scrimp on. We have a few budget corners parents should never cut
• GET A GREAT DEAL ON ALMOST ANYTHING: As the economy continues to squeeze our wallets, everyone's looking for ways to save, but now it's possible to get a deal on just about anything.
• THE LAZY WAY TO GO GREEN: If you want to reduce your carbon footprint but don't feel like taking drastic measures -- you don’t have to. We have some lazy ways to help Mother Earth.
• WHAT TO SKIP AT THANKSGIVING: The holidays are just around the corner, and so are the fat and calories lurking in most Thanksgiving dishes. We show you which foods to skip so you can indulge without adding pounds.