Perfect Party Planning

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By Pam Teel Whether you’re celebrating indoors or in the backyard, with pin the tail on the donkey or an entire petting zoo, this timeline will make for a very happy birthday with all the bases covered. Make sure you preplan it weeks ahead!   Discuss with your child what kind of party he or … Continued

Sundae Funday

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Need a sweet treat for a snack or dessert? This healthy low-calorie recipe will satisfy your craving and is ready in less than 5 minutes.       INGREDIENTS: 1⁄2 cup fat-free frozen yogurt 1 tablespoon blueberry jam (Blueberry Jam) 1 tablespoon fat-free caramel topping 2 tablespoons light or fat-free whipped topping 1⁄2 tablespoon chopped … Continued

GROUNDING: A technique to reduce anxiety in the moment

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By Lauren Kolacki The more we understand our anxiety and can name what emotions are causing it at any given moment, the more capable we will be to help our Self. While education on anxiety doesn’t make it go away, it does make it less scary and more predictable. We all know anxiety is uncomfortable. And … Continued

The 2018 Closet Purge

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By: Nicole Iuzzolino 2018 has finally come, which means it is time to purge of anything old and unwanted. Every new year is always a great time to get rid of anything that you just do not wear any longer. It is time to get rid of the old and fill your closet with the … Continued

Recognizing If Your Newborn Is Ill

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The most important tip for assessing your baby’s health is remaining calm.   Be on the lookout for: • Clean diapers. If your baby isn’t having bowel movement every 24 hours, there might be a larger issue. Your infant also should have at least six wet diapers every 24 hours. • Nose bleeds • Red … Continued

Virtual Reality Fitness Machines

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By Susan Heckler Virtual reality is a computer technology which uses specifically designed headsets and/or environments projected through multi-media to generate realistic images, sounds and other sensations that simulate a user’s physical presence in a virtual or imaginary environment. You have seen this in the gaming industry for years and it has been a huge … Continued

Winter Binge Watching Some Shows Worth Mentioning

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By Pam Teel Stuck home in a snowstorm? Too cold to go outside? Now is the time to catch up on all the top TV series and Netflix originals that you never had time to keep up with. In the era of streaming television, no single platform has offered an easier way to watch your … Continued

Top Ten Things You Never Knew About Camp

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Camp has become a staple of the summer season. Each year, millions of children, youth, and adults head to the hills, lakes, valleys, and parks to participate in the time-honored tradition of camp. And, while most people easily conjure up images of campfires and canoes, there is a lot more to the camp experience. Here … Continued

How to Use Consequences to Motivate Kids

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By Susan Heckler All choices in life have consequences, at every age. By definition, what exactly is a consequence? According to our friend Merriam-Webster, the definition of consequence is: 1: a conclusion derived through logic 2: something produced by a cause or necessarily following from a set of         conditions 3 a: … Continued

The Cats are Taking Over Best Apps For Cats

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By Nicole Iuzzolino Technology is taking the world by storm. While technology is a tool to learn and experiment with, it is also great for entertainment purposes. Nowadays, every child possesses an iPad or tablet, and use the games to keep them occupied all day long. While these games and other apps are quite entertaining … Continued