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Homemade Valentine’s Cards for School

Does your child’s classroom exchange valentines? Jessie Jane shares two great ideas for homemade cards that are much cuter than the storebought ones. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate and oh so adorable! Caterpillar Hearts Supplies Construction paper Pencils Glitter paper (available at any craft store) Scissors Markers Googly eyes (optional) Glue stick Hole punch Directions

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Make Your Own Vintage Valentine’s Day Cards

These beautiful vintage Valentines are simple to make and will charm the pants off of your Valentine! Okay, they’ll most likely keep their pants on, but will be utterly impressed with your homemade effort! Supplies Cardstock Matte photo paper Glitter glue Spray glue Home printer Gold pen Decorative edge punch Directions

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My Pregnancy And Birth Report Card

With my youngest going into kindergarten in the 2014/2015 school year (can you tell I’m excited?), I’ve been reflecting on my experience as a young mother and whether I successfully passed through this stage.

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Will Puberty Last My Whole Life?

Kids ask questions. Yours have probably been asking lots of them ever since they learned the word, “Why?” And that’s all well and good as long as they’re asking how car engines work and why the sky is blue… but there comes a time when you have to sit down with your precious little angel and explain puberty, sex, and all those wonderful topics to them.

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Valentine’s Day Cards for Kids to Make

Skip the boxed Valentine’s Day cards this year and help your child make cards at home! Not only are handmade cards are more personal, but you’ll have a blast making them together. It’s a lot more fun than simply signing their name on a few small pieces of printed cardboard. And for an extra special treat, dress the cards up with small pieces of candy or trinket such as an eraser or pencil.