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Boost Your Child’s Confidence To Be A Life Long Learner
If you are reading this, you are probably a lifelong learner, understand the advantages of that mindset, and hope to instill the same love of learning in your child. People who continue to learn outside school settings are generally happier and more successful than the norm. Learning is nothing more than acquiring new or enhancing…
Food Network’s Robin Miller on Life with Severe Food Allergies
Did you know that up to six million Americans are at risk for severe, life-threatening allergic reactions (also called anaphylaxis)? People can have severe allergies to foods (including peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, dairy, eggs, soy and wheat) and other allergens like insect stings, latex and medications.
The Family Guide to Bug Bites
Bug bites have been a persistent souvenir of outdoor activities throughout human history, and today, these pesky critters continue to trouble our families. It’s an all-too-familiar scene—your kids return from outdoor play, already scratching at fresh bug bites acquired in the backyard. To effectively deal with these nuisances, it’s essential to understand the distinct preferences and behaviors of common pests that leave us with itchy welts.
In this article, we’ll explore three of the most prevalent bloodsucking pests before delving into effective strategies to safeguard your family and home from these persistent invaders.
Advantages of Organic Food
Organic food, once regarded as part of hippie culture, is quickly gaining in popularity and commanding larger sections in local supermarkets. Even big business wants a part of the “green” as they race to create products that are more environmentally and health-friendly. The advantages of organic food are many. While some consumers might buy organic food strictly for its health benefits, others support the organic movement for environmental reasons and animal rights. Lastly, there are those who just want to see their local organic farmers thrive.
It’s Almost Summer – What To Bring To The Pool
This post is in partnership with Band-Aid and Compeed. Summer is upon us and so is opening day of the swimming pool! Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for all of those who served our great country. It also marks the beginning of summer for kids across the country and the season of fun…