When Can You Find the Best Bargains?

When Can You Find the Best Bargains?

Moms / Mom Tips

If you’re thinking about doing all your holiday shopping on Black Friday, Cyber Monday or any other time this weekend, then you may be wondering if you’re getting the absolute best deal on the things you need or the things you’d like to give for the upcoming holidays. If you’re…

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Have Fun at the Farmer’s Market

Have Fun at the Farmer’s Market

Moms / Mom Tips

Summer means it’s time to enjoy fresh, locally grown fruits, veggies and other homegrown goodies. Take advantage of the season and make a visit to the farmer’s market fun and educational for the kids. As they have a choice in the foods they’re served, they’ll be more encouraged to get…

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Pros and Cons of the Family Bed

Pros and Cons of the Family Bed

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Letting your kids sleep in your bed – aka co-sleeping – is a hot-button topic, regardless of the child’s age. Nursing moms might find that sleeping with the baby makes nighttime feedings easier, allows more bonding time and promotes sounder sleep. Those who do not co-sleep with their newborns may…

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When Is Your Child Ready for a Cell Phone?

When Is Your Child Ready for a Cell Phone?

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Your child is ready to reach out and touch someone with his or her very own cell phone, which begs the question “how young is too young?” There’s no denying that we’re living in the age of technology where it seems like everyone is connected. Seeing a grade-school child with…

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Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

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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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Sneak Fruits and Veggies into Kids Meals

Sneak Fruits and Veggies into Kids Meals

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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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Clothing Change: Spring Is Here!

Clothing Change: Spring Is Here!

Moms / Mom Tips

As the weather gets warmer, you may start to think about all the household projects that need doing. One is rotating the winter clothes out of the closet and replacing them with spring clothing. But don’t just take the winter stuff, throw it in a box and grab all of…

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Summer Resources for the Campless

Summer Resources for the Campless

Moms / Mom Tips

Summer is right around the corner. And while that means vacation for the kids, it can mean a whole lot of work for parents. In the current economic climate, summer camp can be too costly for many families. That means it’s up to you to find an affordable alternative to…

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