Mother’s Day news you can use

Renowned photographer Gertrude Kåsebier used textured papers to photograph her emotionally complex images of mothers, such as "The Adoration," which was created in the early part of the 20th Century. With more than 175 works, the University Gallery at Old College holds the largest collegiate collection of Kåsebier's photographs. Click on the headline "Motherhood reflected in art" below for more information.

4 p.m., May 3, 2005--UD experts offer varying perspectives on motherhood, ranging from nutrition, play and parenting styles, to politics, art and tips on balancing work and family responsibilities.

Eating for two: Nutritional tips for moms-to-be

Ice cream sundaes and pickles. Pop-Tarts and hash browns. Pork rinds and Snickers bars. Food cravings and pregnancy seem to go hand in hand. But, the foods that expectant mothers desire aren’t necessarily the best nutritional choices, Sue Snider, Cooperative Extension specialist for food and nutrition, says.

Good news on teen motherhood

Fewer kids are having kids, says a UD economist who authored a book on women and the economy. Teen pregnancies decreased by 30 percent over the past 14 years, according to Saul Hoffman, chairperson of the Department of Economics in UD’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics.

Parenting styles can influence children

Your style of parenting can influence whether your child succeeds or merely survives, according to Dene Garvin Klinzing, professor of individual and family studies at UD.

U.S. mothers remain politically marginalized

American mothers have earned praise and respect for leading some of the most spirited, passionate and successful campaigns for social change in the U.S. and for playing a crucial role in national elections, but they have yet to achieve the same level of political power as men.

Motherhood reflected in art

Western art is a reflection of the wide-ranging experiences of motherhood from joy, tenderness and playfulness to grief, sorrow and hardship. "The power of images of motherhood lies in their universality," according to Janis Tomlinson, director of the University of Delaware Museums and professor of art history.

Take Care of You: Parents shouldn't ignore their own needs

Parenting is a tough job. Both working parents and stay-at-home parents have endless demands placed upon them. Parenting doesn’t begin at 9 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. It’s a job that doesn’t offer vacation days, sabbaticals or even sick days.

Play is a great teacher

That tent your kid just built with the sofa cushions is more than just another mess to clean up, according to Dene Garvin Klinzing, UD professor of individual and family studies. It’s a testing ground for the laws of physics, a safe place to resolve fears and a valuable teaching tool for consequences of actions. And, it’s an accomplishment of construction and an expression of originality.

Balancing work and family

If you’re a working mom who can’t enjoy Mother’s Day because you know dirty dishes and work projects are piling up while you’re resting on your laurels, you need help. Fortunately, UD’s Cooperative Extension Service provides an online newsletter chock full of tips on balancing work and family.

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