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Helpful Hints For Parents of Sporty Kids

This post is in partnership with Tide and written by Jennifer Seigler. My boys are active! At almost any moment, you can find a child running, jumping or playing in my house. The boys love to be outdoors and they love competition! Sports are a big part of our lives these days with boys chasing…

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Sleepaway Camp: How To Decide If Your Kids Are Ready

I’m no stranger to sending kids to sleep away camp. My “biggie” kids have been going for several years  and the benefits are countless. This year, I have a new crop of kids who are great ages for sleep away camp, so for the first time in a few years, I found myself revisiting the…

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April Astrology Reading

April begins on a confusing note, Mercury retrograde finally moves ahead on the fourth, and Mars by the 15th, the Sun squares Pluto, and Uranus sits right there too. So there has been an overall sense of being hemmed in and frustrated. Take the lottery for instance, 173 million disappointed people left feeling like April Fools !

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Self Help Dating Books…Really Helpful?

At 39 I am back in the dating world. Now when I was of a younger dating age, we would go to clubs and socials with great expectations that we would meet that partner for life. The prince charming we read about in the story books, our very own Richard Gere who would come to our work and sweep us off our feet like he did to Debra Winger at the end of An Officer and a Gentleman. The reality is that 50% of us will go through a divorce. I am one of those statistics. So here I am back in the dating world.

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Preparing for Your Child’s First Day Back at School: Best Ideas and Trends

The first day back at school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for kids and parents alike. With a bit of preparation, you can ensure a smooth transition and set your child up for success. From gathering essential supplies to creating a positive morning routine, here are some of the best ideas, popular trends, and helpful video links to get your child ready for the new school year.