Family Chores: Who Does What?

Family Chores: Who Does What?

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No matter how your household is run or who is working outside the home, dividing up the chores can be a way to make the running of the home fair and balanced. Today’s families are made up of unique situations. In some homes, both parents work and in other homes,…

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Choosing the Right Toy for a Young Child

Choosing the Right Toy for a Young Child

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Picking out toys for young children is no simple task. There are so many choices that it can easily be overwhelming. It’s important to consider options that are appropriate for the child’s age. It’s also important to know the individual child’s likes and dislikes. Toy Textures: Children thrive on all…

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Baby Gifts for New Parents

Baby Gifts for New Parents

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So, a friend and her husband are expecting a new baby. You’re overjoyed for them, but you have no idea what kind of gift to buy. You know they’ll need some basic baby gear, but you don’t want to arrive bearing the same-old baby gifts you’ve seen at other showers…

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Let’s Get Moving!

Let’s Get Moving!

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When it comes to physical activity, every little bit counts! LET’S GET MOVING month is designed to get you and your child to become more physically active. Children are less physically fit than they were a generation ago. In fact, inactive children, when compared to active children, weigh more and…

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5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving

5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving

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The trappings of modern American culture-TiVo/high-speed Internet/texting–make it a special challenge for families to stay fit and active. Unless you and the kids walk or bike to work or school, chances are good that you have trouble squeezing in as much daily physical activity as your family needs. Even when…

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Internet Safety Tips for Kids

Internet Safety Tips for Kids

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Computers and the internet have become a way of life. Telling your kids that they can’t go on the internet is like telling them they can’t breathe. Not only has the internet become a social aspect for kids, it is also educational. Kids are expected to know their way around…

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Educational Video Games

Educational Video Games

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Video games get a lot of negative press for the violent content and addictive nature of many titles. However, for every newsworthy violent game out there, there are quite a few healthy, educational titles available as family-friendly alternatives. When choosing video games for your family you need to consider the…

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How to Organize Kids’ Clutter

How to Organize Kids’ Clutter

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Kids and clutter go hand in hand. Children have a way of creating chaos with their belongings. Clutter can be eliminated and contained with some easy organizational tips. Organizing Smaller Toys Just about every parent has experienced stepping on a small but very painful toy. Legos, blocks and small cars…

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