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Children’s Christmas Craft Activities

The excitement of Christmas calls for some hands-on creative ideas to keep kids busy. And a home takes on an especially festive air when it’s filled with holiday decorations and artwork made by children. Kids can take the basic directions for these Christmas art projects and add their own personal touches.

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Decorating & Furniture Tips for the Bedroom

Bedrooms don’t receive as much traffic as the living room or kitchen, but the decor of your bedroom sets the mood, whether you want a relaxing, spa-like retreat or a funky, modern room. Whether you’re decorating a small guest bedroom or an expansive master suite, you will find plenty of ways to infuse your own personality and decorating style into the decor.

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Children’s Car Activities

Time crawls by slowly on a road trip for most kids, who are confined for hours in the back seat. However, you can actually put that time to great advantage by using it to do some communicating with your captive audience. Play some activities together, let the conversation flow, and you may find that the trip will go quickly for everyone.

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How to Plan Healthy Meals on a Budget

Eating healthy is increasingly important for families, as they combat diseases such as childhood obesity, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Paired with proper exercise and sufficient sleep, eating healthy meals can keep families energized and out of the doctor’s office. By eliminating junk food such as sugary sodas, chips and cookies, families can begin to adopt healthy eating habits. Planning healthy meals doesn’t have to break a family’s bank; in fact, with planning and preparation, families can plan healthy meals on a budget.

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How to Calculate Weight Gain in Pregnancy

Carrying a bundle of joy also means carrying extra weight to help support your pregnancy. WebMD, an online resource for health and wellness, notes that a woman of an average weight before pregnancy should gain between 25 to 35 lbs. during the course of her pregnancy, while weight gain varies for women who are underweight or overweight. It’s important to monitor your weight gain during pregnancy to ensure that your average weight follows what your doctor outlines during your initial visits.