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Back to School: The Great Return

August 10, 2012 By 1 Comment
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Here are some tips and tricks to getting back into the school routine … before summer is even over.

It’s getting close. Stores are beginning to herald its arrival with sale signs. The sun is starting to set earlier, and your pool passes are about to expire. Whether your family dreads or welcomes it, school is on its way, and there’s no stopping it. Here are some tips and tricks that help my family get back in the swing of things (with fewer gray hairs for me)! Rehearse the Routine  As far as routine goes, my husband and I don’t let the kids stay up much later in the summer than ... Continue Reading

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Ease your Back to School Stress

August 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Effective tips to ease a mom’s “back to school” stress

As mothers we look ahead to back to school with mixed emotions. On one hand, we’ll miss the lazy mornings and late nights, but on the other hand we like the return of a regular routine. Unfortunately, one thing our regular routine brings that we’d rather do without is that good ole familiar ... stress. Days of school shopping, mountains of back-to-school paperwork to fill out, schedules to juggle, carpools to organize, checks to write, and on and on. Did you know it is impossible and even ... Continue Reading

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A No-Fuss Guide To Healthy Kids

August 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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In a culture where children are increasingly sedentary and obesse, adding healthier habits to your child’s routine can be easy and painless.

Raising healthy kids is not easy. Picky eating, video games, piles of homework and fast-food campaigns are just some of the challenges facing parents today. Some days it may seem nearly impossible to instill healthy habits in our kids. The very best, and easiest way, to pass on healthy habits is to model them ourselves. And here are some other simple ways to sneak healthier habits into your kids' routines. Hide the veggies If your kids are notoriously picky eaters, the easiest way to sneak in ... Continue Reading

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Parenting Gluten-Free Children

August 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Parenting a child with gluten intolerance might seem daunting, but with the right tools and preparation you can adjust quickly to a new routine.

As a parent, having a child with a food allergy can be a stressful situation. You want to make sure your child leads as normal a life as possible while still keeping them safe. Fortunately, parenting a child with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity doesn't have to be a nightmare. Remember these simple steps and your child can have a happy, healthy childhood. Do Your Homework. Gluten can be hidden in surprising places. Always be sure to research products before you buy them. Not only do ... Continue Reading

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