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Everybody needs the coolest gadgets! Parenting Squad is giving away a Fly Fusion Pentop Computer set! Tell us how you capture memories for a chance to win.
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Posted July 29, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Nutrition, Wellness
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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Posted July 28, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Family Planning, Planning, Home Life, Finances, Education, Shopping, Pregnancy, Birth, Adoption, New Parents
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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Posted July 26, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Home Life, Education, Learning Tools, Home School, Pre School, K-8, High School, Higher Education
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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Posted July 24, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey
Entertainment
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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Posted July 23, 2010 - 21:00 by Julie Rains
Safety, Entertainment
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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Posted July 21, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
Safety, Home Life, Health
The differences and variability of household spoons makes them problematic when dispensing medication to children.
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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
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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Posted July 18, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey
Home Life
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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Posted July 17, 2010 - 21:00 by Katrina Simeck
Shopping, Wellness, Allergies
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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Posted July 15, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
Home Life
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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Posted July 12, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
Home Life, Entertainment
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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Posted July 10, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Safety, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders
Heat stress is the broad category of conditions related to hot-weather or being in a heat-filled environment. Infants and young children are especially prone to problems with these conditions this time of year. Get educated, and take precautions to protect your family from heat-related dangers.
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Posted July 8, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
Safety, Home Life, Health
Cyberbullying is associated with psychological and physical problems for both the victim and the bully.
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Posted July 6, 2010 - 21:00 by Sarah Winfrey
Home Life
While you cannot protect your kids from all of the effects of the divorce, there are ways that you and your ex can continue to raise your kids together that will minimize these effects and remind them that both Mom and Dad still love them.
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Posted July 1, 2010 - 19:53 by Lela Davidson
Discipline
Earlier this year a mother and father in Chesapeake, VA handed down a highly unique punishment, one that was called “extreme” by some. How far would you go to teach your teen a lesson?
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Posted July 1, 2010 - 19:53 by Fred Lee
Family Planning, Home Life, New Parents
For new parents, getting enough rest could make the difference between a hostile or a blissful home environment.
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Posted June 30, 2010 - 15:46 by Fred Lee
Home Life, Health, Nutrition
The market for foods targeting young children is booming, but many of these products are high in sugar and can not only contribute to dietary problems, but may encourage unhealthy eating habits, as well.
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Posted June 30, 2010 - 08:58 by Lain Ehmann
Entertainment
The wallet seems to get hit a bit harder this time of year, with more mouths to feed more times per day, and fewer working hours for the adults. Here's a list of a few budget-friendly activities every family can make room for on their summertime to-do list.
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Posted June 30, 2010 - 06:54 by Rhonda Franz
Safety, Education, Learning Tools, New Parents, Wellness
Swim away! Basing their decision on new research, The American Academy of Pediatrics has reversed their position on swimming lessons for toddlers.
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