The Best Bath Toys

The Best Bath Toys

Moms / Activities

Back when Ernie of “Bert and Ernie” fame sang his famous love song to his rubber duckie, millions of children could relate; the classic yellow rubber tub toy was the most popular (and in many cases the only) floating fun item to be found in the family bath tub. These…

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Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

Make Learning About Money Child’s Play

Moms / Mom Tips

Do your kids know the value of a dollar? In an age when parents whip out the plastic to pay for things, or the ATM seemingly spits money into your lap with no repercussions, it’s hard to teach kids about managing money. But in today’s economic times, it’s important, and…

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Baby-Feeding Options for Working Mothers

Baby-Feeding Options for Working Mothers

Moms / Nutrition

Significant events in the 20th century resulted in changes in family dynamics. War, technological advances, and shifts in economics caused women to work outside of the home. Women traditionally stayed at home to take care of the home and the needs of the children. While initially many people scoffed at…

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Kid Danger Zones at the Mall

Kid Danger Zones at the Mall

Moms / Mom Tips

Heavy displays, escalators, elevators and more can be major hazards for small kids at the mall. Add in distracted parents, and a day of shopping can turn into a disaster. Getting lost may be a concern of parents whose kids tend to wander. Before you leave the house, be sure…

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Preventing Poison Accidents

Preventing Poison Accidents

Moms / Mom Tips

We’ve all seen the dreaded skull and crossbones. It’s the symbol for danger ahead. We’re talking about the risks of poisoning. For parents, especially those with small children, it’s a very real threat. Take a close look around your house, and you’ll find risks just about everywhere you look. There…

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Fast Fixes for Mom Mistakes

Fast Fixes for Mom Mistakes

Moms / Mom Tips

No one is perfect, and that fact becomes even more obvious when you become a parent. It’s tough not to hold yourself up to traditional mom role models, like June Cleaver, but even June Cleaver wasn’t that perfect. She just didn’t have “experts” like Dr. Phil and Oprah telling her…

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The Impact of Parenting Styles

The Impact of Parenting Styles

Moms / Parenting

Watching a young girl hit, kick, and call her mother names I never imagined a 6 year old knew, engaged in an (ultimately successful) attempt to get dessert led to an enlightening luncheon conversation with a few friends last week. As parents ourselves, we had all dealt with incidents like…

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Economical Nursery Decor

Economical Nursery Decor

Moms / Mom Tips

With all the expenses that come with a new baby, you may be wondering how to get a cheap – but chic – look for your nursery. Truthfully, the only people who will care how it’s decorated are the baby’s caretakers – in other words, you and your partner. Newborns…

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Eggcellent Tips to Dye For

Eggcellent Tips to Dye For

Moms / Mom Tips

Dyeing Easter eggs isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, especially if you aren’t seasoned to the tricks of the trade. If your expertise doesn’t go beyond purchasing a pack of PAAS, then it’s time to add a bit of color to the process. Even the most novice egg dyer…

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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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