The only problem is that their small, developing bodies are still fragile in a lot of ways. To keep your kids safe while also letting them try new things, here are a few safety tips to keep in mind. Follow these strategies in order to protect your toddler and make outdoor play fun! 1. Teach […]
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Stress is something we will all experience at some point in our lives, but if we frequently experience high levels of stress, it can take a toll on us both mentally and physically. Whether the pressure is coming from school, work, or personal issues, dealing with stress adequately is essential to our well-being. Here’s a
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The holiday season is the time to send your letters to Santa, to go Christmas caroling, and to set up epic Christmas light displays. Keep in mind that you don’t have to go overboard with your own Christmas light display, but it’s always fun for both parents and kids to see how people like to
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Considering the rapid rate at which the ozone layer is depleting, the sun’s rays are more harmful than they were twenty or even ten years ago. Thankfully, sunscreen is readily available for us to use, lowering the risk of skin cancer, skin spots, etc. Sunscreen is used to prevent the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation from
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“This is beautiful,” I exclaimed, looking down at the forested valley below as our car rounded another bend on the windy mountain road. Finally, the frustration I’d endured trying to get our children through their Saturday chores and into their snow gear was abating. We were surrounded by gorgeous scenery, and the ski resort was
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My 16-year-old son challenged me to a beard growing contest. I gave him a three day head start. He was so confident he’d win that he explained that when it was fully grown, in a week, he was going to shave it into a “Victor beard” from the movie X-Men Origins: Wolverine. His mother told
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My favorite variety of peach has almost always been Cresthaven. But this year Suncrest peaches with their mouth-wateringly juicy, old-fashioned peach flavor have been a mainstay in my scones, jams and sauces. A few weeks ago, I found a last bushel of wonderful Suncrests at a local fruit stand. Along with a few fresh, ripe
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Even with constant reminders to themselves about how and why being married to the military is worth the struggles, military life can often feel overwhelming, sometimes even impossible. Erin, who has been married to a serviceman for 18 years, says that her breaking point moment came in 2006 when she and her family moved to
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Any new experience can be daunting for a young child, especially an experience that must be faced without the accompaniment of Mom and Dad. Fortunately, we have compiled several pointers to ensure your child leaves the sleepover with positive memories. Realize that they may be nervouseven if they won’t admit it. Your child may be
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Take a look at what hospitals provide to help families make the best of a difficult situation. Children’s Hospital Inpatient Services If your child will be in a regular, inpatient room, here’s what should be provided: A fold-out bed and bedding so at least one parent can spend the night. Access to the
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