Plant the Seeds for Fun and Food

Plant the Seeds for Fun and Food

Moms / Mom Tips

What better way to get your child to eat her vegetables than have her grow them herself? When kids take an interest in gardening, they’re looped into the process it takes to get produce to grow from seeds and ultimately end up on their plates. For toddlers and preschoolers, it’s…

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Teacher Children Well

Teacher Children Well

Moms / Mom Tips

When it comes to their education, you want to know that your children are in good hands. That means having an open line of communication with his or her teacher that goes beyond the annual parent-teacher conference. We’re not saying you should assume the role of a helicopter parent, hovering…

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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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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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Kids and Meditation: Breathe Easy

Kids and Meditation: Breathe Easy

Moms / Mom Tips

If only children came with an “off” switch… Getting children to wind down can often be a daunting task. Many children are like the Energizer bunny — they keep going and going and going. Wouldn’t you like for your child to be able to embrace inner peace and gain a…

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Cut Out the Caffeine

Cut Out the Caffeine

Moms / Mom Tips

Do you struggle with getting your children to wind down? Well, caffeine could be the culprit that’s keeping your child wired. Although the United States hasn’t issued recommendations on how much caffeine kids should consume, health officials in Canada recommend the children of preschool age do not exceed 45 milligrams…

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Is Your Child Ready for Preschool?

Is Your Child Ready for Preschool?

Moms / Mom Tips

If your child is around the age of 3, then you might contemplate whether or not it’s time to get him into preschool. There are a lot of variables that go into a child’s – and parent’s! – readiness for school. If you’re a stay-at-home mom who’s ready for a…

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