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Make "Back to School" Easier for Your College Freshman

Posted 20 hours 47 min ago by Lela Davidson

High School, Higher Education

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College freshman face perhaps the most critical back to school season ever. Here are some ways to ease the big transition.

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Shop And Save Now: Taking Advantage Of Summer Sales Flyers

Posted 23 hours 48 min ago by Rhonda Franz

Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Nutrition, Wellness

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The heat is on, and stores are fighting hard for your business. Don't miss out on the savings you can get in your local stores' summer sales ads, for now — and later.

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Making Your Money Work For You: 8 Financial Tips For New Families

Posted July 28, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Family Planning, Planning, Home Life, Finances, Education, Shopping, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption, New Parents

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Don't put off developing good financial habits until the kids are a few years from college, and you're wondering about retirement. Starting putting your money to work now.

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Probiotic Milk for Moms Helps Reduce Infant Eczema

Posted July 27, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee

Conceiving, Pregnancy, Health, Birth, Allergies

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Maternal probiotic consumption has been found to reduce the incidence of eczema in newborns.

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6 Ways to Get The Student In Your Home To Read

Posted July 26, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Home Life, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School, Higher Education

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Not every kid loves books. It may take some creativity, and possibly a little bribery, but getting kids to read is essential. Try these tips to keep the pages turning in your home.

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3 Reasons to Introduce Your Child to Friends with Special Needs

Posted July 25, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey

Learning Tools

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Have you thought about introducing your child to a friend with special needs? It can be a great way to teach your child compassion, give her an expanded view of "normal," and help your child understand someone else's perspective. Your child may also find a new friend in this unexpected place.

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Encourage Your Kids to Get Outside this Summer

Posted July 24, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey

Entertainment

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To a lot of kids, summer now means the chance to catch up on TV programs, beat the latest video game, or sleep in as much as possible. If you’d rather your kids spend at least some of their summer outdoors, here are some suggestions for getting them out of their rooms.

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6 Simple Rules for Water Park Safety

Posted July 23, 2010 - 21:00 by Julie Rains

Safety, Entertainment

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As a former lifeguard and water safety instructor, I am impressed with the safety practices of the mega-water-park in my area. Still, I wouldn’t rely completely on a well-trained stranger to protect my children. Here are simple rules to keep kids safe when they are supposed to be having fun.

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The Hollywood Baby Food Diet: What, Who, And Why?

Posted July 22, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Culture, Healthcare, Wellness

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A four-ounce serving of mashed vegetables as a meal replacement? The Hollywood Baby Food Diet is a strange fad, indeed. Don't give in.

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Dangers of Household Spoons

Posted July 21, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee

Safety, Home Life, Health

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The differences and variability of household spoons makes them problematic when dispensing medication to children.

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The Vital Need for Music Education

Posted July 20, 2010 - 21:00 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh

Education, Entertainment, Learning Tools, Home School, Culture, Pre School, K-8, High School, Higher Education

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Music education is a vital and necessary part of our children's education. If our public K-12 does not provide it, we need to take matters into our own hands and opt for private lessons, history, appreciation and performance.

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Parenting From the Inside Out: A Review

Posted July 18, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey

Home Life

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Most parenting books, especially those for new parents, focus on the surface, on helping parents get done what needs to get done. This book goes deeper--all the way back to parents' own childhoods--to provide another perspective on the more emotional aspects of parenting.

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5 Things to Remember When Choosing Natural Products

Posted July 17, 2010 - 21:00 by Katrina Simeck

Shopping, Wellness, Allergies

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Overwhelmed with options when shopping for natural personal care and beauty products? Be armed with this info when navigating the naturals aisles.

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10 Ways to Protect Your Marriage When You Have Kids

Posted July 16, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey

Sex & Relationships

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Staying connected is the most important thing you can do for your marriage after you have kids. If you’re not sure how to achieve that, or feel overwhelmed even thinking about it, here are 10 ideas for you and your spouse to try.

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Review: Thai Kitchen is a Shortcut to Fabulous Asian Meals

Posted July 15, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee

Home Life

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Cooking up delicious Thai meals for your family is quick and easy with Thai Kitchen products (and your kids can help).

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3 Reasons to Consider Summer School

Posted July 14, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey

Education

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Summer school is no longer the dreaded bore that it once was. While you may hesitate to even consider it for your child, there are some situations where it may be your best option. And who knows? Your child might even have some fun along the way.

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Top 10 Tips for Making Sense of Sunscreen

Posted July 13, 2010 - 21:00 by Katrina Simeck

Health

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Spend your summer days enjoying the sunshine, not worrying about your sunscreen. These facts will help you make sense of SPF protection.

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Screen Time Contributes to Attention Problems and What Parents Can Do About It

Posted July 12, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee

Home Life, Entertainment

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Too much time in front of the TV or playing video games can have an adverse effect on your children's ability to focus and pay attention.

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Eat Up! The USDA Summer Food Program

Posted July 12, 2010 - 09:30 by Rhonda Franz

Education, Health, Nutrition, Pre School, Healthcare, K-8, Wellness, High School

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The USDA summer food program is intended to make sure children have plenty to eat during the summer months when those who would normally be participating in the school lunch program don’t have access to those meals. Continued funding for the program is a current issue right now in Congress.

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Are We Rich Or Poor?

Posted July 11, 2010 - 21:00 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh

Social Skills, Etiquette, Culture

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Do your kids ever ask you about money? Do they want to know if they are rich or poor? What do you say?

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