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I Don’t Have Kids Yet, But Please Still Invite Me
I’m in a weird life phase right now. Half of my friends are married and have kids (I will furthermore refer to my “friends with kids” as FWKs), while half are still swiping right and probably years away from nuptials (this group will now be called “NKY” friends – No Kids Yet.) Past that, my…
Common Winter Allergies
The common cold often strikes in winter. Before you reach for the cold medicine, you might want to consider whether your runny nose, scratchy throat and watery eyes might be symptoms of winter allergies. While spring and fall months often bring an increase in allergy symptoms for people with pollen allergies, symptoms may be worse during the winter for those with other allergies.
Gardening & Organic Pest Control
Growing beautiful flowers, fruits and vegetables sometimes means battling against leaf-chomping pests and disfiguring diseases. Organic pest control involves a combination of smart planning and picking your battles in the garden. When you forgo all chemical pesticides, you may give up a few petals or a some peas in the pod, but the trade-off is a safe garden for your family and your pets.
High Fever in Children
A flushed, feverish child understandably can induce panic in parents. Therefore, it’s one of the most concerns among parents who bring children to the emergency room. Because a high fever can result in more than just discomfort–it puts a child at increased risk of dehydration–it’s important to know whether or not medical attention is required. Meanwhile, there are steps you can take to improve the situation.