Mix it Up: Teaching Kids about Diversity

Mix it Up: Teaching Kids about Diversity

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As much as we want to teach kids to be colorblind and oblivious to other people’s differences, kids are wired to notice when people don’t look, act or live the same way they do. Even babies can recognize physical differences in people when they’re shown pictures. But what they’re not…

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Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

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For many parents, the family holiday picture is the nightmare before Christmas. But with a few smart strategies, it’s not impossible to get that perfect shot for gifts or cards. Digital cameras have made getting the perfect shot super-simple, especially if you’re a do-it-yourselfer. Consider using a good candid shot…

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3 Fun Hanukkah Games for Everyone

3 Fun Hanukkah Games for Everyone

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Whether you celebrate Hanukkah or not, there are some fun ways to incorporate the holiday into your family life. So why not try giving these games a spin? Of course, no Hanukkah holiday would be complete without a game of dreidel. In order to play, you’ll need a dreidel and…

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How to Advise Your Tween About Gossip

How to Advise Your Tween About Gossip

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If you have kids who are about to hit their teenage years, then you may have noticed an uptick in the chitchat, whether on the phone, online or when they have friends over. Girls in particular are eager to compare thoughts and experiences with their peers, while boys aren’t usually…

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When Can You Find the Best Bargains?

When Can You Find the Best Bargains?

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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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What to Do During Airport Delays

What to Do During Airport Delays

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Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house these days tends to be a longer haul for families who have to fly to see relatives. So what’s a family to do when the inevitable happens on one of those trips? Being stranded in an airport during an extra-long…

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Redecorate Your Child’s Room on the Cheap

Redecorate Your Child’s Room on the Cheap

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Whether it’s a nursery that needs updating as your child gets older or your teen needs a grown-up take on his childhood room, an entirely new room can break the bank. But a whole new look can be had on the cheap, and the number-one low-cost item that can transform…

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Spas and Kids: Not So Hot

Spas and Kids: Not So Hot

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Hot tubs may seem like small pools that are perfectly safe for children, but that’s not the case. Kids and spas, whirlpools and hot tubs don’t make for a good mix. The dangers of hot tubs range from drowning to entrapment to overheating. So before you allow your kids to…

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Baby Weight Reality Check

Baby Weight Reality Check

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It’s been four weeks since your little bundle of joy came into the world, and you’re finally ready to pose in a bikini on the front of a magazine, right? Of course not. It’s time for new moms to get realistic – and more forgiving – about losing the baby…

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Sit Pretty: EZ Ways Save Money On Childcare

Sit Pretty: EZ Ways Save Money On Childcare

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Daycare can put a major dent in your wallet. Are those weekly checks breaking your bank? While childcare is a necessary evil for working and non-working parents, there are ways that you can save some cash. For starters, shop around. Do your research and find out which facilities give you…

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