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What’s Really Draining You: Zoom Fatigue, Or Mom Guilt?

"Another Zoom??" said my 7-year-old daughter, rolling her eyes as I emerged from the office after three calls that morning. "Yes, but I promise I'll be done soon for the day, and I'll take a look at your schoolwork." "You have too many calls, mommy. I guess you just don't have time for me." Ouch.…

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Use of Cinnamon in Weight Loss

Most people eat cinnamon every day without knowing that it is more than just a flavoring or a spice. Current research shows that it may actually help the body lose weight. Your body can use this spice in two different ways to lose weight, and you don’t have to eat huge amounts of it to get the full benefits, either.

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How to Motivate Kids to Exercise

In today’s busy lifestyles, especially when both parents work outside the home, it can be a challenge to motivate your kids to get enough exercise. Television, video games and computers can lull children of all ages into sedentary habits; yet you know it’s important to their health and well being that they lead more active lifestyles. According to Doug Hewitt, author of “The Practical Guide to Weekend Parenting,” the most important step is making the exercise decision and then making it fun.

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Who Buys the Baby Shower Hostess Gifts?

Blankets. Onesies. Diapers. Bottles. Rattles. Baby showers are a time to celebrate a new baby. Planning a shower not only involves sending invitations and providing snacks, but the hostesses generally give the mother-to-be a nice baby gift as well. As a thank-you for giving the shower, it is a thoughtful gesture for the mommy to give her hostesses a gift. There are a variety of ideas for what to give.