Hog Wild! Ways to Celebrate Groundhog Day

Hog Wild! Ways to Celebrate Groundhog Day

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Will he or won’t he? That is the question. February 2 marks Groundhog Day. Should Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow, we can expect another six weeks of winter. Provided he doesn’t see his shadow, pack up those jackets and prepare to welcome the warm weather of spring. Although it’s not…

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Easy Birthday Cakes Anyone Can Make

Easy Birthday Cakes Anyone Can Make

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When it comes time to celebrate your kids’ birthdays, do you simply run to the grocery store to get the latest cartoon character immortalized on a giant sheet of processed sugar? Would you like another option? Well, if you’ve never tried baking your own birthday cake, then maybe this is…

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Penalty Box: Does The Crime Fit the Punishment?

Penalty Box: Does The Crime Fit the Punishment?

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You wouldn’t give someone the death penalty for running a red light, and the same rule of thumb should apply to your children’s wrongdoings. At the end of the day, you want to make sure the crime fits the punishment. For example, you don’t want to ground your 5-year-old child…

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Don’t Let Rainy (Or Snowy) Days Get You Down

Don’t Let Rainy (Or Snowy) Days Get You Down

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Admit it – there’s nothing fun about rainy days, especially when there are kids in the picture. Within a few hours, it feels like everybody has come down with a serious case of cabin fever. There are ways to be prepared for the worst-case scenario. Arm yourself with these techniques…

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Groom Your Children to be Good Pet Owners

Groom Your Children to be Good Pet Owners

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February is Responsible Pet Owners’ Month, and what better way to train your kids than to put them in charge of man’s best friend? While one of the main goals of this month is to encourage pet owners to spay or neuter their pets, the general theme is to encourage…

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How Much Does a New Baby Cost?

How Much Does a New Baby Cost?

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Many potential parents feel they’re ready to take on the responsibility of raising a child, but the majority of new parents vastly underestimate the real costs associated with bringing up baby. A Redbook survey says up to 41 percent of new parents believed that in hindsight, they weren’t as financially…

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8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

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The holidays can be a real ruff time for your pampered pet if you don’t take the proper precautions. ‘Tis the season to deck the halls. Unfortunately, those decorations can often mean danger ahead for your dog or cat. It’s important to be alert and keep pet safety at the…

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Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

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Do your kids know the value of a dollar? In an age when parents whip out the plastic to pay for things, or the ATM seemingly spits money into your lap with no repercussions, it’s hard to teach kids about managing money. But in today’s economic times, it’s important, and…

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Kids Have Stress, Too!

Kids Have Stress, Too!

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They may not wring their hands, yell or furrow their brows, but kids do experience stress, just like adults. Childhood may not be one big picnic for all kids, all the time. And just like adults, kids need healthy ways to relieve stress and relax. A calm, stable and reliable…

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5 Steps for Successful Resolution Making

5 Steps for Successful Resolution Making

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January 1 is just two days away. A new year means a new you, right? Not so fast. How many times have you made a laundry list of New Year’s resolutions only to fall off the wagon within days? Whether it’s losing weight, quitting smoking or becoming more organized, we…

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