Adjusting to life with kids brings with it a steep learning curve. Overnight, it seems like there are a million more things on your plate to do and plan for. As a mom of two, I have learned that the best way to minimize stress as a parent is to simplify the routine your child […]
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The only thing more unpredictable than kids is the weather. When the sun is shining it feels like anything can happen, inside or out. Everyone’s moods are a little lighter, their spirits a little higher. But when the storm clouds gather and the rain begins to fall, parents everywhere start to panic. Unless it’s a […]
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We all want the best for our kids. There is a constant worry of not imparting the right knowledge at the right time, or not preparing them for the real world. Thankfully, we can rely on our children’s caregivers and educators to fill in some of the gaps where we don’t feel as confident. However, with growing class […]
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From Listerine on blisters to oatmeal to soothe the dreaded chicken pox—if every word-of-mouth home remedy we heard from other parents were true; we’d be able to heal all of our children’s health concerns without ever stepping into a doctor’s office. Unfortunately, many of the home antidotes don’t hold much weight. Here are 10 effective home remedies […]
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The biggest, most intimidating kid at school with the strongest fists and most aggressive personality is no longer the stereotypical school yard bully. In fact, today’s bullies don’t steal lunch money; rather they ruin reputations and create hurtful rumors using the internet and social media. However, the negative effects of victimization from a bully are […]
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