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Ditch the Grinch and Deck the Halls

‘Tis the season! That’s what all the billboards, advertisements, and email subject lines are saying right about now, anyway.  But ‘tis the season for what, exactly? The obvious answers are “giving” and “gathering” and “getting out the sparkly decorations.” There are presents that need purchasing and cards that need crafting; there are parties that require…

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Pregnancy Tips for Easier Labor

Now that the initial excitement of being pregnant and wanting to welcome your new baby into the world has subsided, you may be experiencing that next common pregnant emotion of fear. Fear of just how the baby is going to come out. This fear happens to new moms and experienced moms, as every labor and delivery experience is different. You can conquer this fear and take steps throughout your pregnancy to increase the chances that your labor will be easy and a positive experience.

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How Do I Treat ADHD Naturally?

If your doctor diagnoses your child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, he’ll probably also prescribe some medication that can help treat the disease. This may not be the route you want to take. Some children with ADHD respond well to natural solutions to the problem. If you’re hesitant about giving your child medicine to treat his problem, you can try these methods first. If they work, you may never have to use that prescription. Always run your ideas by your pediatrician.

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When Do You Come Clean About Santa?

Heres the scene. 7:32 a.m., we have finally made it into the car and are on our way to school. We wake up, every morning with plenty of time to get there before the bell, but as usual, we are inevitably running late and I no longer have my sweet morning voice, Im now in the Army Sergeant voice, with a lets go, lets go, lets go. All …