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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.

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Is Yaz Birth Control Safe?

Yaz uses a different hormone than most combination birth control pills. It relies upon estrogen and drospirenone, rather than estrogen and progesterone. Yaz offers some beneficial side effects, including a reduction of acne and improvement of pre-menstrual dysmorphic disorder, as well as providing reliable contraception. This pill does have some possible risks not typical of oral contraceptives that can make it a poor choice for some women.

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Tooth Discoloration in Children

A child’s smile will brighten anyone’s day, but tooth discoloration can diminish the beauty of that smile. While tooth discoloration is not usually a serious health threat, unsightly teeth can make your child uncomfortable. In some cases, the discoloration is easily remedied, but in others, more complex issues need to be addressed.

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What to Wear When Spray Tanning

Spray tanning allows you to sport the tanned look without the harmful effects of the sun’s rays. A worker will spray your body with a mist of water and dihydroxyacetone, which darkens your skin gradually after exposure. It typically lasts around a week, but you want to wear the right clothes so that you prolong the life of the tan.

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Cool Kid Costume Ideas

Don’t spend money on a cheap, pre-made Halloween or dress-up costume for your child. Spend a few minutes being creative and make your own. A homemade costume is likely to last longer than a store bought plastic or polyester one. Making a cool costume together also gives you an opportunity to spend time with your kid.