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My Child Won’t Go to Bed

Dealing with a child that resists bedtime happens to probably all parents at one time or another. When every evening bedtime becomes a battle, it’s time to evaluate what may be the cause. It’s important to understand that a child may have a difficult time relaxing at night, due to several reasons. However, it’s good to know that many of these reasons are under the control of the parent. This means you can make changes immediately to improve the nightly bedtime ritual that ends with your child happily in bed and asleep.

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5 Dream Destinations for Your Second Honeymoon

Ill be completely honestmy honeymoon, nearly 20 years ago, wasnt all that great. I was sick in bed with the flu the whole first week on Kauai. The second week, my husband and I decided to try our hand at windsurfing on Maui. While I was feeling better, it was grueling. We ended each day bandaging our blistered hands (a side effect of gripping the boom when youre a beginner windsurfer …

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5 Solutions to De-Stress the After School Schedule

In a recent KidsHealth survey, almost 90 percent of students said they felt stressed day in and day out. And so often, when kids are stressed, their parents are as well. Just as much pressure can be felt after the school bell rings as during school hours. If your after-school schedule feels more hurried, stressful, and complicated than you would prefer, try the following the solutions to make life a little simpler for you and your child: Reassess the After-School Schedule

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New Year’s Eve Decorating Ideas

Greet the New Year with a fun-filled party! Because what better way to celebrate New Year’s Eve than with good company, good food and good drinks? Set the stage by designing your space with some festive and fun accents. Complementing your party with the right decorations will create the right mood for the occasion and add an extra sparkle to your event!