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Amazon Prime Big Deal Day Halloween and Home Finds

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Not-Quite-Spring Cleaning Tips

Now that we’re through the holiday season, it’s a great time to clear out the clutter and give the house a thorough cleaning. Just think of it as a makeover for your home!It might not be spring yet, but these cleaning tips will help you say goodbye to dust and dirt and leaving your rooms looking refreshed and recharged.Get OrganizedThe best way to tackle a cleaning project is by making …

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Infants & Pet Allergies

Sometimes, infants and pets just don’t mix. When they do mix, your infant may have an allergic reaction. Any type of pet — dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, cats — can cause an allergic reaction in an infant or a toddler. It can be difficult to determine whether your infant is having a seasonal allergy or is allergic to your pet. If your baby has symptoms year-round, that usually means an allergy to dust mites, mold or Fido.

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How to Clean Backyard Ponds

When visitors to your home enjoy the beauty of your backyard pond, most don’t realize the work that goes into maintaining that beauty. Algae growth, fish and turtle waste, and falling debris can make keeping a backyard pond clean a constant chore. Besides doing a big cleanup of the pond, there are steps you can take to help keep your pond clean throughout the year.

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Allergy and Asthma Relief

Allergies and asthma often go together. In fact, asthma induced by allergies is the most common type of asthma in the United States, according to MayoClinic.com. If you have both allergies and asthma, what triggers your allergies often inflames your airways, leading to asthma symptoms. Typical triggers for allergy and asthma symptoms are dust, pollen, mold and pet dander.