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Friday, Dec 09th 2011

Fight the Temptation of Fast Food

by Marcia Mangum Cronin

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Tuesday, Dec 06th 2011

Keep Your Home Safe During the Holidays

by Marcia Mangum Cronin

Whether your family observes Christmas or Hanukkah or both or neither, the holidays can be a busy time from Thanksgiving through the New Year. In our haste to do everything and go everywhere and celebrate with everyone, accidents can—and do—happen. If you have young children or even pets in the home, it's important that you take extra safety precautions to make sure your holidays remain happy.

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Friday, Dec 02nd 2011

Don't Let Your Kids Get Lost in the Holiday Hustle and Bustle

by Marcia Mangum Cronin

The holidays are a time of magic and excitement, especially when seen through the eyes of a child. But just as quickly as a child can switch from joyous bundle to screaming terror, the holidays can turn stressful or even nightmarish if you aren't careful.

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Monday, Nov 21st 2011

Expert Tips on Eating Healthy During Pregnancy

Are you newly pregnant and wondering what dietary changes you might want to make? You’re not alone. So, we asked registered dietician Nora Saul:
What are the three most important dietary changes I should make during my pregnancy?

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Wednesday, Oct 26th 2011

Beware of the Halloween Sugar Monster

By Marcia Mangum Cronin

While ghosts, ghouls and goblins haunt the little ones on Halloween, a more terrifying monster haunts us parents: dental decay. We know the kids will come home Halloween night with bags full of candy, and we will immediately transform into the bad guys who must determine what and when and how much they can eat. Now that my kids are too old to trick-or-treat, I realize my candy management may not have been the best.

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Thursday, Oct 13th 2011

3 Tried and True Tricks to Get Your Kids to Wash Their Hands

authored by Gwynn Cassidy

This Saturday, October 15, is Global Handwashing Day, a day dedicated to educating children about the importance of washing with soap and water—and encouraging them to do it at home, at school and in their communities. Why soap and water specifically?

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Wednesday, Sep 07th 2011

Pregnancy & Parenting: 5 Surprising Uses for Olive Oil

authored by Kristen Mucci-Mosier

The secret to great skin for you and your baby? That's right, ditch the fancy stuff and opt for good old olive oil (make sure it's organic of course and stop use if there is any sign of allergies). Learn five surprising uses for you and your little one (no pasta needed).

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Wednesday, Jun 15th 2011

7 Fun Activities to Get Your Family Off the Couch

authored by Gwynn Cassidy

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Wednesday, Jun 08th 2011

Summertime Fun: Warm Weather Safety Tips for You and Your Baby

authored by Gwynn Cassidy

The chilly winds have subsided and given way to sunshine and blue skies, and you're no doubt ready to get your little one outside to introd

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Wednesday, May 25th 2011

Parenting When In Pain

authored by Gwynn Cassidy

I bumped into an old friend this weekend who absolutely beamed with pride as he introduced me to his 3-month old daughter.

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