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When Should a Baby First See a Dentist?

Dental problems, particularly tooth decay, can begin early. So dental examinations are the first step toward good preventive dental care. According to advice offered by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), a parent should schedule a child’s initial dental visit once the first tooth comes in, but no later than the first birthday. Routine dental checkups should continue every six months after that. Pediatric dentists point out that once children get that first tooth, they are at risk for tooth decay if their diets include anything other than mom’s breast milk.

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Vintage Baby Nursery Ideas

Decorating a nursery is one of the most exciting projects to do while waiting for the new baby’s arrival. After cleaning the room and applying a fresh coat of paint, it is time to add the furnishings and decorations. One design idea that comes to mind is to use vintage pieces to decorate the room. You can get them at antique shops, flea markets, estate sales and garage sales. You can also check with your parents and relatives to find out if they have some pieces you can use to give the nursery that nostalgic look.

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How Often Should You Clean Makeup Brushes?

You know you shouldn’t keep mascara for more than three months; it rarely lasts that long, anyway. Also, your favorite eyeshadow isn’t around long enough to need an expiration date. But have you considered your makeup brushes? Good-quality brushes can last for years, which is wonderful on the budget; it can be awful for your complexion, however, if you don’t wash them regularly and allow that accumulated dirt and bacteria to go right back on your skin every time you apply powder.

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Feel the Clean: Clear Out Your Rooms In Time for Spring

It?s springtime. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the bees are a?buzzing. And yes, America?s favorite pastime (we don?t need to spell it out, do we?) is in full swing. But along with all these smile-inducing events, comes one not so thrilling springtime ritual. You got it — the Big Clean.