Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

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Ready or not, here it comes – the time for kids to leave the nest and board a bus for school. But how do you know if your child is ready? Age is the first consideration to take into account. In most public schools and many private schools, children must…

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Baby Music Adults Will Love, Too

Baby Music Adults Will Love, Too

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You can’t stand the suggestive lyrics in your tween’s favorite music, but your preschooler’s Wiggles obsession drives you batty. It’s tough to explain to a child terms like “sexy,” “booty” and “hooking up,” but it seems like that (and worse) is all over the airwaves. And if you catch yourself…

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Is Your Child Ready for Preschool?

Is Your Child Ready for Preschool?

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If your child is around the age of 3, then you might contemplate whether or not it’s time to get him into preschool. There are a lot of variables that go into a child’s – and parent’s! – readiness for school. If you’re a stay-at-home mom who’s ready for a…

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The Tests Every Expecting Mom Needs

The Tests Every Expecting Mom Needs

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So after taking that one crucial test to see if you’re actually pregnant, you may be wondering what else lies in store during the many prenatal visits you’ll make in the course of nine months. If it’s your first time around, all those pokes and prods may seem unnecessary, but…

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Help Your Child Live a Longer Life

Help Your Child Live a Longer Life

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While he’s 6, 16 or even 60, your child can enjoy good health and has a better chance of being healthier longer when you start early. We all expect our children to outlive us and enjoy living longer than people ever have, but these days, that may not be the…

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Winter Garments You Can’t Go Without

Winter Garments You Can’t Go Without

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It doesn’t matter whether Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow or not – you’ll more than likely see your fair share of chilly temperatures between now and spring. It’s the perfect time to revisit your child’s winter wardrobe and make sure you have everything you need to ensure your children survive…

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Healthy Desserts Your Kids Will Love

Healthy Desserts Your Kids Will Love

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Their plates are barely clean and your children are already demanding to know what’s for dessert. In most households, dessert is a reward, not a guarantee. And while many parents try to dodge the dessert bullet as often as possible, it’s possible to make the post-supper snack a truly nutritious…

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Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month

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It doesn’t matter whether you’re black or white… February is an important month as it marks Black History Month. It’s the ideal time to teach your children about the many contributions of African-Americans throughout history. Originally, Black History Month was limited to just one week called Negro History Week, but…

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