How Chore Charts Will Work for You

How Chore Charts Will Work for You

Moms / Mom Tips

Your kids are clamoring for an allowance, and what better way to allow them to earn one than with regular chores? Contributing to the workload around the house benefits the entire family. Completing chores boosts children’s self esteem by making them feel like a valued part of the team. Chores…

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Five Veggies and Fruits a Day

Five Veggies and Fruits a Day

Moms / Mom Tips

Face it – getting your kids to veg out is no easy feat. And force-feeding them fruits isn’t much simpler. The fact remains, no matter how difficult the task may be, every member of your family should be getting their five a day. The Center for Disease Control recommends that…

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Redefining Balance

Redefining Balance

Moms / Mom Time

It’s crunch time. Not at work-work, though. At mom-work. It’s the countdown to my daughter’s school musical. And in school theater world, that’s what we call a crazy busy week. So … as I sit here at the school late in the evening waiting for rehearsal to end … after…

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12 Travel Tips For The Holiday Season

12 Travel Tips For The Holiday Season

Moms / Mom Tips

For many people, traveling during the holidays has become a way of life. With family members spread out everywhere, you’re bound to have to travel. During the holiday season, it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. But there are things you can do to ease the pain and make…

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How To Get Children to Sleep

How To Get Children to Sleep

Moms / Parenting

In order for us to get restful sleep, we need to be relaxed. In order to relax, a number of things have to happen. First of all, we need to feel safe and secure. Obviously, if there is tension in the house – abuse, parents rowing, problems with finances or…

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Cow’s Milk Alternatives

Cow’s Milk Alternatives

Moms / Nutrition

With all of the information out there about the dangers of cow milk (growth hormones, antibiotics) what should you use instead? Nowadays, there is a plethora of other choices out there if you don’t want to consume dairy. People prefer to use non-dairy milks because: Lactose intolerance or milk allergy;…

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Don’t Make Boo-Boos with Your First-Aid Kit

Don’t Make Boo-Boos with Your First-Aid Kit

Moms / Mom Tips

All families should have a first-aid kit – or two – on hand for emergencies. Gathering supplies ahead of time and educating your whole family on how to use the items in your kit is essential to handling emergencies. Treating minor injuries that happen around the home or while traveling…

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Single Parenting: One Is Enough

Single Parenting: One Is Enough

Moms / Mom Tips

More women than ever are the sole caregiver for their children, and that’s really OK. If you’re one of the many single moms out there, then you may worry about whether or not you’re giving your children everything they need – emotionally and in other ways. Experts say not to…

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Handy Breakfasts to Go

Handy Breakfasts to Go

Moms / Mom Tips

In the rush to get everyone out the door in the morning, you may neglect a healthy breakfast or simply drive through for a fast-food sandwich that is handy but definitely not healthy. There are lots of ways to ensure that your kids start the day off on the right…

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