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Laser Hair Removal Safety With Pregnancy

We’ve all seen women giving birth on TV, almost always sporting a slightly damp forehead along with full makeup and shampoo-commercial hair. Even with the more realistic depictions of labor and delivery, there’s one thing you never see in those stirrups–stubbly legs. As we see the image of a 99-lb. starlet pushing out a baby that looks like a jelly-covered 6-month-old, TV executives also want us to believe that the typical woman who is 9-months pregnant shaves her legs the day of delivery, too.

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Birch Tea Light Holders

The birch tree is one of my favorite holiday crafting resources because there is just so much you can do with its gorgeous bark! This time I made birch tea light holders to put down the center of my holiday table. Aren’t they just beautiful? This is one of many, many craft ideas if you can get a hold of some birch logs. I was lucky enough to get these from my good friend Sonya who was going to cut them up into firewood!! Shame on you, Sonya.

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How to Make Ornaments With Old CDs

Making ornaments from old or scratched CDs is a good way to recycle items for a more earth-friendly holiday. There are three ways to quickly and inexpensively make CD ornaments to be used as decorations for homes and offices. These projects are easy enough for children as young as 6 years old to make, as long as they are supervised.

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Eyeglasses for Kids

Finding cute, practical glasses for your child can be a challenge. Many people get their first pair of glasses while they’re still quite young. Depending upon your child’s age, fashion, durability and comfort should all factor into your decision. Involve your child in the choice for increased cooperation and willingness to wear her glasses.

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Chimney Cleaning Instruments

According to the guidelines of the Chimney Safety Institute of America, you should clean an open-masonry fireplace when you see 1/8 inch of soot built up on the surface. If you have a factory-built fireplace, clean the fireplace and chimney when you notice any appreciable quantity of soot and debris on them. Not cleaning a fireplace can result in damage or a chimney fire.