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Benefits of Play

Babies love to be played with and also should be encouraged to play alone. Although not yet capable of engaging in play with other children until the age of 12-18 months, babies love to watch older children play and be the object of (massive amounts of) affection.

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Autism and The Good Doctor

I’m really excited by all of the TV shows out there now that have characters with autism. The Big Bang Theory (even though the show doesn’t acknowledge that Sheldon has autism or Aspergers) Parenthood (no longer running, but available on Netflix) Atypical. The A Word. Claws. The Bridge. And, The Good Doctor. I’m especially pleased…

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Holiday Budgeting Tips: How Moms Can Prepare Financially for the Season

The holidays can be a magical time filled with family, fun, and festivities, but they can also create financial stress. Between gifts, travel, and gatherings, the holiday season can strain even the most well-planned budget. To help you stay on track, here are 10 practical holiday budgeting tips that will allow you to enjoy the season without the financial hangover. Plus, we’ve included some great tools and affiliate resources to help manage your spending!

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Why Choose Pure Maple Syrup + Supercharged Waffle Recipe

Living in Vermont, we are fortunate to have some of the most delicious pure maple syrup on the planet. We produce more real maple than any other state. There are only a few regions in the world that have the right climate for sugar maple trees. (New England, upstate New York, Michigan, the Maritime Provinces,…