Are Growth Hormones a Bad Moo-ve?

Are Growth Hormones a Bad Moo-ve?

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When your child starts drinking milk, you’ll want to ensure that she’s drinking the cream of the crop. With so many types of milk out there, the choices can be confusing. Should you choose cow’s, goat’s, almond, rice, soy? Only you can say what’s right for your family, given any…

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Doctor, Doctor Give Me the News

Doctor, Doctor Give Me the News

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Choosing a pediatrician is one of the first — and most important — rituals you’ll experience as a parent. When it comes to picking your child’s doctor, you want someone you can trust, which is why due diligence is integral. After all, you’re putting your child’s life in this person’s…

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Preventing Poison Accidents

Preventing Poison Accidents

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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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Helping Your Kids with Math Homework

Helping Your Kids with Math Homework

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You’ve got the reading and ‘riting down – but what about that last R, ‘rithmetic? Math has changed since those days when future moms completed worksheet after worksheet and worked out addition, subtraction, multiplication and division tables – without the aid of a calculator. Math, thankfully, has become more hands-on…

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Great Labor Day Ideas

Great Labor Day Ideas

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It’s the first major holiday since school has been back in session – so why not make it a memorable one? We’re certain your kids are suffering from the back-to-school doldrums following their extended summer stay. The three-day weekend means you’ll have plenty of time to rejuvenate. Hopefully, you’re already…

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Candy-Free Valentine’s Gifts for the Kids

Candy-Free Valentine’s Gifts for the Kids

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When it comes to Valentine’s Day, candy seems like the go-to gift for adults and kids alike. From a box of chocolates to conversation hearts to jelly beans, there’s no shortage of sugar. Lots of parents don’t exactly love the idea of loading their kids up with candy, especially when…

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7 Tips for a Successful Tree Takedown

7 Tips for a Successful Tree Takedown

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Face it. Although decorating for Christmas may be one of your favorite pastimes, there’s little enjoyable about undoing the fruits of your labor. And while your kids love to be in on the action when the decorating is being done, don’t expect the same enthusiasm on the flipside. If you…

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7 Tried And True Techniques for Keeping Warm

7 Tried And True Techniques for Keeping Warm

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The chestnuts may be roasting on an open fire, but it’s going to take more than that to keep your family warm during the winter holidays. Frigid temperatures can be downright dangerous, which is why it’s important to ensure you’ve taken plenty of precautions for preventing frostbite and all of…

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Your Home’s Germ Hotspots

Your Home’s Germ Hotspots

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Is your finger on the pulse of places in your home where germs love to lurk? You don’t have to be a complete neat freak in order to keep your family healthy — just be aware of where everyone puts their hands. A good rule of thumb when cleaning is…

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8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

8 Pet Hazards: Prevent an Unhappy Holiday

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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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