The Kids and the Furry: Time for a Pet?

The Kids and the Furry: Time for a Pet?

Moms / Mom Tips

If your family doesn’t already have a furry friend – or your kids don’t get along with the pet – then the time may come when they start begging for a cat, dog, snake…who knows? Be prepared to field their requests by assessing first whether or not your family is…

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Summer Grill Safety

Summer Grill Safety

Moms / Mom Tips

There’s no denying that grilling is thrilling. With summer upon us, ’tis the season to get your grill on. From pool parties to barbecues, it’s just not a summer celebration without a grill. Before you light up your grill – keep this in mind. Almost 60 percent of grill fires…

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4 Tips for Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

4 Tips for Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

Moms / Mom Tips

With the holidays winding down and the kids still on Christmas break, there’s no time like the present to get your children to work on those ever-important thank you notes. Far too many parents don’t appreciate the true value of having their kids write out thank-you cards to generous friends…

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Sibling Differences Boil Down to Birth Order

Sibling Differences Boil Down to Birth Order

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Just as much as twins are very alike, sometimes siblings raised in the same home by the same parents can be complete opposites. Birth order has been used to explain and predict these personality differences, hobbies, grades in school, earning potential and much more. But can that be possible, and…

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Winter Garments You Can’t Go Without

Winter Garments You Can’t Go Without

Moms / Mom Tips

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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Give Kids’ Foods a Healthy Makeover

Give Kids’ Foods a Healthy Makeover

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Chicken nuggets, pizza, the all-white diet – it’s what kids clamor for every night, while you fight to get something green down their gullets. Whole-grain white breads make it easy to give your kids healthful bread while giving them the idea that they’re still eating that Wonder bread they love….

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Planning the Perfect Picnic

Planning the Perfect Picnic

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Nothing whets you child’s appetite for adventure quite like a picnic. As the temperatures warm up, it’s time to spring into action and plan the outdoor experience for your kids. The best part about picnicking is that you don’t need a reason. While it doesn’t take much to make your…

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Great Ways to Keep Your Kids Quiet

Great Ways to Keep Your Kids Quiet

Moms / Mom Tips

Do you enjoy the silence? Well, if you’re a parent, especially of a young child, you likely don’t get much quiet until it’s lights out. However, there’s a lot to be said for teaching your kids to hush. Certain situations call for quiet time whether it’s in a library, in…

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Household Safety Hazards

Household Safety Hazards

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You’ve got the house babyproofed with all the gadgets and preventive tools that should keep young kids out of the dangerous areas of your home. No worries, right? Wrong. There are hidden hazards in the home that can do serious damage to a child. Be extra-careful and warn children of…

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