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11 Tips for Traveling with Kids

Before you know it, summer vacation will be here. If you’re planning a family adventure, the following tips and tricks will help you pull it off like a pro even with a tiny traveler in tow! 1. Choose flight times wisely. Don’t kick off the …

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What I DON’T Want for Mother’s Day

Mothers Day is just around the corner and everyone is asking the moms what we want. Im a simple gal and not particularly high maintenance in the gifts department. I dont want flowers or jewelry for Mothers Day or any other occasion really. In fact, my perfect Mothers Day gift would be doing without some things.

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When Your Daughter Is Getting Married (And You Have 6 Kids)

When my children were young I would throw some of the most amazing birthday parties. Every year I would throw six fun birthday parties, one for each child with a theme, decorations, and activities. 20 years later I still bump into to parents and children who share their memories of the Newsome kids’ birthday parties.…

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Toddler Door Locking: An Epidemic

I’m here to raise awareness about a serious issue affecting all parents at some point in their lives. As a survivor of Toddler Door Locking, I believe I can offer insight into this growing epidemic that touches hundreds of homes every year. Let me paint the picture: I live in a townhouse consisting of three…