Do You Know How to Have a Yard Sale?

Do You Know How to Have a Yard Sale?

Moms / Activities

If you’re ready to do some spring cleaning or just tired of a potential avalanche every time you open the hall closet, it may be time to consider a yard sale. You don’t need to invest a huge amount of time and effort, just a few hours for the actual…

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How Much TV Is Too Much For Kids?

How Much TV Is Too Much For Kids?

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Remember the days when there was no TV? Well plenty of us don’t. Today television is the norm for all families and it’s really cut into ‘family time’ in a big way. Talk is to a minimum as everyone stares at the screen. Set up a few rules and regulations…

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Backpack Safety: What Are the Basic Rules?

Backpack Safety: What Are the Basic Rules?

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Most kids carry backpacks to school everyday, and pediatricians, physical therapists and parents are reporting increasing numbers of schoolchildren complaining of back, neck and shoulder pain, along with tingling or numbness in their arms and hands. This is being attributed to children carrying heavy loads of schoolbooks in backpacks and…

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Hot Stuff: Summer Crafts for Kids

Hot Stuff: Summer Crafts for Kids

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“It’s hot!” “I’m bored!” “There’s nothing to do!” Ah, the familiar refrains of summer…  The dog days of summer leave many parents and caretakers desperate to find something — anything! — to keep the kids busy. Take a break from those monotonous moans and help yourself to this guide to…

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5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving

5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving

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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…

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When Teens Say No to Homework Help

When Teens Say No to Homework Help

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Living with a teenager is challenging in and of itself; trying to assist a student who may not want help is even more difficult. Teens desire nothing more than independence from their parents. They crave autonomy even though they still want parental feedback and approval. Teens are known for testing…

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