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7 Portable Speakers Under $100

Thanks to modern technology, most of us carry our music around on a mobile device or keep it in the cloud. Seriously, besides maybe in your car, when’s the last time you actually listened to a CD? But what about when you want to play music out loud? Whether you want to set the mood for a special dinner, put on some fun background noise during a party or just relax and unwind at …

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The Ultimate Baby Registry Must Haves for Expecting Moms

As if swollen ankles, mood swings and bladder control weren’t enough of an issue – figuring out all the things you’ll need when a new baby arrives can overwhelming and intimidating. But no need to fret! With the help of baby gear expert Vanessa Antonelli, lots of research and testing,we’ve rounded up all the best,…

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Bedtime Music: 10 Soothing Classical Pieces for Kids

The following is a guest post by Robert Greenberg, author of How to Listen to Great Music: A Guide to Its History, Culture, and Heart. Ah, bedtime. The kids’ teeth are brushed; their pj’s are on; the book has been read, and then read again. They have been kissed goodnight. At which point begins THE BIG STALL. “I’m hungry”; “I’m thirsty”; “I need to go to the bathroom”; “I need to call my broker”; etc.