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Muppets Most Wanted: 2 Frogs, 2 Furious [REVIEW]

It’s hard to think of anything that has been more integral to my cultural awareness than the Muppets.I mean, I’m not necessarily a fanatic, but the Muppets have this level of significance that spans generations – one of my earliest memories is sitting with my brother reading/listening to The Muppets Take Manhattan book/record over and over again. They connect to us through a very special avenue of nostalgia in a way …

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What Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy

There’s no doubt that there are health benefits for people who exercise. For women who are pregnant, however, some of the benefits of exercise may come as a surprise. According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, some of these benefits can include increased energy, improved mood and a reduction in bloating, constipation and backaches. Still, there are exercises to be avoided while pregnant, in part due to the many physical changes that pregnancy brings.

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Pregnancy Planning Tips

A healthy pregnancy begins before conception. Careful planning can help smooth the way to a healthy and enjoyable pregnancy. Having a baby can affect your current lifestyle, finances, emotional health and physical well-being. Good preparation before pregnancy will help you to provide the best possible environment for your baby’s first nine months of life. The Centers for Disease Control recommends preparing for conception at least three months before getting pregnant. If you are even thinking of beginning a family, now is the time to incorporate some healthy changes.

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Avoid Holiday melt down

How many of you dislike the holidays because of the stress and craziness of it all? This is extremely counterproductive to what the holidays should symbolize. Unfortunately over the years it has gotten more overwhelming and more stress induced. People pencil in party after party. Individuals feel pressured to spend a lot of money on gifts for everyone in their life. You go shopping and undoubtedly encounter stressed and negative people. So where is the fun in all of that? This should be a joyous time of year filled with good friends, family and wonderful memories.