Make it a Magical Movie Night

Make it a Magical Movie Night

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Families today more than ever are looking for ways to be entertained without breaking the bank. A night out at the local movie theater can cost $10 or more per person, not to mention breaking the bank – and the belly – at the snack bar. Luckily, movies can be…

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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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Does Your Child Know How to Handle an Emergency?

Does Your Child Know How to Handle an Emergency?

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The safety of the entire family usually seems to fall on Mom, but it’s important for even the smallest family members to know what to do if disaster strikes. Whether it’s an injury, crime or natural disaster, you can teach your children how to take control and get help when…

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4 Tips for Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

4 Tips for Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

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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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Kids’ Rooms: Storage and Organization

Kids’ Rooms: Storage and Organization

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If it looks like a bomb went off in your kid’s room at the end of each day, then chances are, you and your child need help clearing the clutter. It’s especially important to make room for the upcoming holiday season and all the inevitable new toys it will probably…

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Are Clothing Arguments Wearing You Out?

Are Clothing Arguments Wearing You Out?

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“But Mom, I don’t want to wear that!” It’s the dreaded wardrobe discussion. For some, it might happen once in a blue moon, but other not-so-lucky parents might find themselves in engaged in the clothing power struggle on a daily basis. Whether your child is 2 or 12, there is…

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Why CPR is An M-U-S-T

Why CPR is An M-U-S-T

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Not sure who should know CPR? A good answer is everyone, especially parents. CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is the technique that’s used to keep someone alive when they’ve stopped breathing. CPR can actually save a child’s life in the event of a near-drowning, choking, poisoning, smoke inhalation or electrocution. Sadly,…

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Look Who’s Not Talking

Look Who’s Not Talking

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When you hear your child’s daycare classmates or friends speaking up more often than she does, then you may wonder why she’s not a Chatty Cathy. There are myriad explanations for speech delays. Here’s what you need to know. By age 2, experts say children should say at least 50…

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Handy Breakfasts to Go

Handy Breakfasts to Go

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In the rush to get everyone out the door in the morning, you may neglect a healthy breakfast or simply drive through for a fast-food sandwich that is handy but definitely not healthy. There are lots of ways to ensure that your kids start the day off on the right…

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Car Seat Guidelines

Car Seat Guidelines

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You may have heard that the American Academy of Pediatrics revamped its recommendations of when children should begin facing forward in their seats and when they can lose the booster as they get older. Parents have thought for years that their babies could be turned to face forward in their…

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