Have a Blast with Fireworks

Have a Blast with Fireworks

Moms / Mom Tips

Much of the excitement of Independence Day is the rockets’ red glare, especially for kids. But those bombs bursting in air can and do injure people, especially kids. In 2008 alone, there were 7,000 fireworks injuries reported. Nearly half of those casualties were children. No wonder they’re illegal in a…

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The Easiest Ways to Prevent Birth Defects

The Easiest Ways to Prevent Birth Defects

Moms / Mom Tips

With the start of the new year inevitably come resolutions. January is National Birth Defects Prevention month, and if your resolution is to get pregnant, then learning how to have the healthiest baby possible is important. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that one in 33 children is…

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April Fools Fun You’ll Fall For

April Fools Fun You’ll Fall For

Moms / Mom Tips

Believe it or not, your kids have probably been saving up their mischief all year long to prepare for the annual April Fool’s Day fun. There’s nothing new about this holiday created back in the 16th century, except maybe the way you celebrate it. For children, April Fool’s Day provides…

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8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

Moms / Mom Tips

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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Baby Food: Think Outside the Jar

Baby Food: Think Outside the Jar

Moms / Mom Tips

Buying those little jars of food at the grocery store may seem like a rite of passage as your baby grows, but it doesn’t have to be. You can save money and be sure of the nutrients your baby is getting by making your own baby food at home. Even…

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Quench Their Thirst Without Colas

Quench Their Thirst Without Colas

Moms / Nutrition

Kids love sugary soda drinks; but as parents, we know that between the sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, complete lack of nutrients and caffeine, that soda should remain a special occasion drink and not an everyday beverage. When your kids are craving colas, what can you give them that they’ll love…

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12 Travel Tips For The Holiday Season

12 Travel Tips For The Holiday Season

Moms / Mom Tips

For many people, traveling during the holidays has become a way of life. With family members spread out everywhere, you’re bound to have to travel. During the holiday season, it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. But there are things you can do to ease the pain and make…

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Nice and Slow-Cooked: Easy Crockpot Ideas

Nice and Slow-Cooked: Easy Crockpot Ideas

Moms / Mom Tips

There’s nothing more comforting than having dinner prepared by lunchtime. While it may sound extremely ambitious, it’s actually the work of the oh-so-convenient slow cooker. Anybody who owns a crockpot can attest to the convenience of having the slow cooker do all of the hard work for you. We’ve got…

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