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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Why Your Kids Should Learn Consequences

Why Your Kids Should Learn Consequences

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For every action there is a reaction. We’re talking about consequences, and it’s an important lesson kids should learn in life sooner rather than later. It goes without saying that you want children to learn the consequences for their actions, especially when those actions aren’t appropriate. Ann Douglas, author of…

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Are Growth Hormones a Bad Moo-ve?

Are Growth Hormones a Bad Moo-ve?

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When your child starts drinking milk, you’ll want to ensure that she’s drinking the cream of the crop. With so many types of milk out there, the choices can be confusing. Should you choose cow’s, goat’s, almond, rice, soy? Only you can say what’s right for your family, given any…

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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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Planning the Perfect Picnic

Planning the Perfect Picnic

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Nothing whets you child’s appetite for adventure quite like a picnic. As the temperatures warm up, it’s time to spring into action and plan the outdoor experience for your kids. The best part about picnicking is that you don’t need a reason. While it doesn’t take much to make your…

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Regular Bedtime a Smart Choice

Regular Bedtime a Smart Choice

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Getting the kids to bed at around the same time each night not only minimizes tantrums, but also can make your child smarter, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. In a recent study, the AASM found that toddlers and preschoolers whose parents enforced a pre-bedtime routine and the…

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5 Hot Chocolate Ideas for a Cold Night

5 Hot Chocolate Ideas for a Cold Night

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It’s a drink. It’s a dessert. It’s a little bit of both. When it comes to cold weather, there’s no better way to warm up than with a cup of piping hot chocolate. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a child who doesn’t enjoy the comfort of this traditional winter treat….

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Is Your Kid a Video Game Addict?

Is Your Kid a Video Game Addict?

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Does your kid plunk down in front of the PlayStation or Wii, or grab his Nintendo DS first thing when he gets home from school? If you’re concerned about the frequency at which your child is playing video games, then it may be time to take a look at his…

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