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The Bare Necessities for Baby

The walls of the nursery are the perfect color, and you’ve hung the cutest décor. Better yet, you’ve finally selected where to register...

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Public Schools or Private Schools: How Do You Know if You’re Making the Right Choice?

Making a choice on behalf of someone else is a huge responsibility. If you have children or other dependents in your charge, selecting a...

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Healthy Snacks to Enjoy This Summer

Hunger strikes sometimes at the most inconvenient times, like 3 pm while you’re scrambling to meet a deadline at work. Instead of hitting...

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9+ Tips for Packing a Suitcase

Everyone loves taking vacations, even if they're far and few between. What's not so fun is trying to get all of your family's clothes into...

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6 DIY Mailboxes to Inspire your Creativity

You’ve likely heard the term “curb appeal.” Contrary to those HGTV shows, you don’t have to invest thousands of dollars in time-consuming...

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Parenting Hack: How to Survive a Roadtrip

Nothing says “summer” like a good old-fashioned family road trip - the highway stretched out before you, the wind in your hair, the sweet...

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House Plants and Pets: 12 Plants You Should Know

There are endless benefits to having plants around the house. They improve air quality, promote relaxation, and generally make us feel...

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Eat Your Heart Out: 5 DIY Sauces and Rubs to Try This Summer

Grill season is here! The sauce can make or break the meat. Why settle for bland when you can have dynamic flavor? DIY marinades and...

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Summer Safety Tips 101

Summer means more outdoor activities for many families, some more dangerous than others. It never hurts to be on the safe side to ensure a...

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Meatless Grilling Recipes

It’s summer! That means it’s time to dust off your grill and brandish your barbecuing tools. Usually, a BBQ isn’t complete without hot...

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