Throw the Book at Your Children

Throw the Book at Your Children

Moms / Mom Tips

Between television, video games and all of the other daily distractions, some people often forget to read between the lines, or read at all, for that matter. When it comes to activities you do with your children, there is no substitute for reading. The American Association of Pediatrics maintains that…

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Baby Weight Reality Check

Baby Weight Reality Check

Moms / Mom Tips

It’s been four weeks since your little bundle of joy came into the world, and you’re finally ready to pose in a bikini on the front of a magazine, right? Of course not. It’s time for new moms to get realistic – and more forgiving – about losing the baby…

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School Yourself on Classroom Stress

School Yourself on Classroom Stress

Moms / Mom Tips

They might’ve been excited for the first day of school a couple of months ago, but your kids are probably changing their tune about dragging themselves out of bed and into school each morning right about now. But as a mom, how can you tell if the kids are simply…

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7 Ways to Lighten the Hanukkah Feast

7 Ways to Lighten the Hanukkah Feast

Moms / Mom Tips

Hanukkah is here, and that means sinking your teeth into those traditional Hanukkah foods. While favorites such as potato latkes, donuts, cheese blintzes and other foods fried in oil are delicious on the lips, they’re also heavy on the hips and the heart. So why not lighten up this Hanukkah?…

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Are Bubble Baths Bad for Your Kids?

Are Bubble Baths Bad for Your Kids?

Moms / Mom Tips

Tiny bubbles in the bath make you feel happy, make you feel fine. Or do they? There’s long been a debate over whether or not bubble baths are really good for children, especially when it comes to girls. While some health experts believe that bubble baths can be linked to…

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Full Esteem Ahead!

Full Esteem Ahead!

Moms / Mom Tips

Many kids suffer from low self-esteem, which can lead to depression and other feelings of worthlessness. A child’s self-esteem forms early in life, even when a child is a baby learning to roll over successfully. The pattern of trying, failing, trying again and ultimately succeeding builds a child’s self-esteem intrinsically….

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Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

Moms / Mom Tips

Going away with kids isn’t a vacation; it’s a trip. Okay, so maybe that’s a little extreme. But any parent will cop to the fact that taking kids to a destination usually requires more work than play. More often than not, there’s little time for rest and relaxation. When was…

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Have a Heart: Teach Your Children Wellness

Have a Heart: Teach Your Children Wellness

Moms / Mom Tips

It’s never too early to start teaching your children about the value of heart health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated one in every four deaths can be attributed to heart disease. February marks National Heart Health month, and it’s important to teach your children…

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Sneak Fruits and Veggies into Kids Meals

Sneak Fruits and Veggies into Kids Meals

Moms / Mom Tips

When it comes to getting your children to eat their fruits and vegetables, you may not win the battle, but you can definitely win the war. The secret is to get sneaky. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that adults and children both consume five fruit and vegetable…

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Fall Fun: Be a Weekend Warrior

Fall Fun: Be a Weekend Warrior

Moms / Mom Tips

After a long, hot summer, autumn is a breath of fresh air… literally. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing and there’s a world of possibilities when it comes to fun fall family activities everybody is sure to enjoy. Team sports are always a good option. Between football, cheerleading,…

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