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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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21. It's a Family Affair: Lose with Loved Ones
[DIET&FITNESS]
You're all in this together - so why not make healthy living a family affair? According to the CDC, an estimated 68 percent of Americans are either obese or overweight. Even more frightening is the fact that 17 percent of children ages 2 through 19 are obese and 32 percent are overweight. It's not hard to figure out that heavy children grow up to be heavy adults. As the head of household, there are plenty of ways to combat the... Read More
You're all in this together - so why not make healthy living a family affair? According to the CDC, an estimated 68 percent of Americans are either obese or overweight. Even more frightening is the fact that 17 percent of children ages 2 through 19 are obese and 32 percent are overweight. It's not hard to figure out that heavy children grow up to be heavy adults. As the head of household, there are plenty of ways to combat the... Read More
22. Appropriate Video Game Systems for Your Family
[MOMS]
With a new set of video game systems coming out every few years it can be tough to decide the best system for your family's needs. Unfortunately, because this is technology we're talking about, "hand-me-downs" are mostly out of the question when it comes to game systems. Luckily, consoles are lasting longer between new versions and many family-friendly games can be found at reduced prices. Handheld vs.... Read More
With a new set of video game systems coming out every few years it can be tough to decide the best system for your family's needs. Unfortunately, because this is technology we're talking about, "hand-me-downs" are mostly out of the question when it comes to game systems. Luckily, consoles are lasting longer between new versions and many family-friendly games can be found at reduced prices. Handheld vs.... Read More
23. 5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving
[MOMS]
The trappings of modern American culture-TiVo/high-speed Internet/texting--make it a special challenge for families to stay fit and active. Unless you and the kids walk or bike to work or school, chances are good that you have trouble squeezing in as much daily physical activity as your family needs. Even when we have the time to exercise, it can be difficult to compete with the almost magnetic pull of our electronic devices and the... Read More
The trappings of modern American culture-TiVo/high-speed Internet/texting--make it a special challenge for families to stay fit and active. Unless you and the kids walk or bike to work or school, chances are good that you have trouble squeezing in as much daily physical activity as your family needs. Even when we have the time to exercise, it can be difficult to compete with the almost magnetic pull of our electronic devices and the... Read More
24. Easy Healthy Eating and Fitness Tips
[MOMS]
March has been declared National Nutrition Month® by the American Dietetic Association, so I can't think of a better time to talk about ways to improve your child's lifestyle and eating habits. We all know that a banana is a healthier snack than a bag of potato chips and that playing outside is better than sitting on the couch watching television. But, sometimes making those choices is not so easy. Forming new healthy habits takes... Read More
March has been declared National Nutrition Month® by the American Dietetic Association, so I can't think of a better time to talk about ways to improve your child's lifestyle and eating habits. We all know that a banana is a healthier snack than a bag of potato chips and that playing outside is better than sitting on the couch watching television. But, sometimes making those choices is not so easy. Forming new healthy habits takes... Read More
25. Easy Kids Craft Ideas: A Refreshing Alternative to Extravagant Parties
[MOMS]
As shows such as MTV's "My Super Sweet 16" showcase the growing trend of over-the-top and extravagant parties for children and teens, it becomes increasingly difficult to remember the days of simple gatherings where Pin the Tail on the Donkey and Musical Chairs were considered prime entertainment. Kids and parents alike seem to be expecting more and more when it comes to celebrations these days, but sometimes the simple and... Read More
As shows such as MTV's "My Super Sweet 16" showcase the growing trend of over-the-top and extravagant parties for children and teens, it becomes increasingly difficult to remember the days of simple gatherings where Pin the Tail on the Donkey and Musical Chairs were considered prime entertainment. Kids and parents alike seem to be expecting more and more when it comes to celebrations these days, but sometimes the simple and... Read More
26. Rainy Day Paint Play
[MOMS]
Regardless of whether they're stuck inside, on a play date or just feeling artistic, painting is just plain fun for kids. So if you hear the dreaded complaints of "I'm bored!" this summer, then just don some smocks and go to town to create some artistic masterpieces. Even the youngest kids in your family can enjoy paint. It's just a matter of playing with their food - babies and toddlers will enjoy vanilla yogurt with different food... Read More
Regardless of whether they're stuck inside, on a play date or just feeling artistic, painting is just plain fun for kids. So if you hear the dreaded complaints of "I'm bored!" this summer, then just don some smocks and go to town to create some artistic masterpieces. Even the youngest kids in your family can enjoy paint. It's just a matter of playing with their food - babies and toddlers will enjoy vanilla yogurt with different food... Read More
27. Hannah Keeley: Helping Families Get Back to the Table
[MOMS]
Author, TV host and mother of seven children Hannah Keeley sat down with My Daily Moment recently to discuss how she masters the challenge of getting her family to the dinner table to share a meal and conversation. For many American families, simply putting food on the table has become a challenge as a result of the economy. Hannah has teamed with Libby's Fruit and Vegetables and Feeding America to help those families have... Read More
Author, TV host and mother of seven children Hannah Keeley sat down with My Daily Moment recently to discuss how she masters the challenge of getting her family to the dinner table to share a meal and conversation. For many American families, simply putting food on the table has become a challenge as a result of the economy. Hannah has teamed with Libby's Fruit and Vegetables and Feeding America to help those families have... Read More
28. Don't Let Rainy (Or Snowy) Days Get You Down
[MOMS]
Admit it - there's nothing fun about rainy days, especially when there are kids in the picture. Within a few hours, it feels like everybody has come down with a serious case of cabin fever. There are ways to be prepared for the worst-case scenario. Arm yourself with these techniques for battling child boredom before it ever sets in. For starters, there's nothing like something new to keep them entertained. We suggest setting aside a few... Read More
Admit it - there's nothing fun about rainy days, especially when there are kids in the picture. Within a few hours, it feels like everybody has come down with a serious case of cabin fever. There are ways to be prepared for the worst-case scenario. Arm yourself with these techniques for battling child boredom before it ever sets in. For starters, there's nothing like something new to keep them entertained. We suggest setting aside a few... Read More
29. Why Do We Celebrate Grandparents Day?
[MOMS]
Grandparents Day began with the idea of honoring the elderly and championing the cause of the lonely in nursing and retirement homes. Marian McQuade, a housewife from West Virginia, brainstormed the idea, which was later to become a nationally recognized holiday, thanks to Jimmy Carter in 1978. Now the holiday is celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day, in September one of the first holidays of the school year that greatly affects... Read More
Grandparents Day began with the idea of honoring the elderly and championing the cause of the lonely in nursing and retirement homes. Marian McQuade, a housewife from West Virginia, brainstormed the idea, which was later to become a nationally recognized holiday, thanks to Jimmy Carter in 1978. Now the holiday is celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day, in September one of the first holidays of the school year that greatly affects... Read More
30. 5 Christmas Break Activities You'll Love
[MOMS]
Vacation is all you ever wanted -- until you're struggling to keep the children entertained over Christmas break. For the working parents, there's no better option that sending your kid to the equivalent to winter camp for vacation. {relatedarticles}You can usually find a program through the city, the YMCA or a local community center. However, if time is on your side and winter camp isn't in your budget, there are plenty of ways to keep... Read More
Vacation is all you ever wanted -- until you're struggling to keep the children entertained over Christmas break. For the working parents, there's no better option that sending your kid to the equivalent to winter camp for vacation. {relatedarticles}You can usually find a program through the city, the YMCA or a local community center. However, if time is on your side and winter camp isn't in your budget, there are plenty of ways to keep... Read More
