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10 Ways To Help Your Child Become A Better Writer

If your kids are like mine, they don’t take well to their parents giving them advice on much of anything — academics, athletics, you name it. In many ways, I am thankful for this. My kids are independent and have learned to do their homework on their own.But I had to step in recently to help my middle-schooler with a term paper that needed a lot of help. I started with my red pen …

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Can I Get Pregnant After My Husband Had a Vasectomy?

Some women long to have a baby after their husbands have had a vasectomy, while others are surprised to find themselves pregnant despite the vasectomy. Getting a vasectomy is a long-term and often permanent birth control solution for men. It allows him to be spontaneous when it comes to sex in a monogamous relationship, but it does not protect against STDs. In some cases, it is possible to become pregnant after your husband has a vasectomy.

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Fever & Rash Symptoms in Children

As a parent, you probably know when your child feels well and when he isn’t feeling his best. Depending on the age of your child, he may not be able to tell you what is wrong or describe how he feels. Trying to determine the cause of his discomfort can be like sifting through a haystack in search of a needle. Certain symptoms, such as rashes and fevers, can provide useful clues and help you know when to contact your pediatrician.