Great Ways to Get Kids Reading, No Books Involved

Tips & Tricks for Dealing with Reluctant Readers While many children love to read, there are plenty of other kids who either dislike it or absolutely hate it. This makes it really tricky for parents who know that their kids are required to read for a certain amount of time each night as part of their homework.  Reading is an important part of life, beginning in school and extending all the way into the business and working world.  If your child is a reluctant reader, the best way to encourage them to at least start to like it is...

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A Group of Experts Will Gather to Discuss Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Here’s What You Need to Know!

Hyperemesis Gravidarum Research is Gaining Traction in the Medical Community Many women experience “morning sickness” in pregnancy. It’s not very nice but it’s a regular part of pregnancy and is usually a distant memory by the second trimester. But what if morning sickness was so severe you couldn’t move without puking, you couldn’t eat or drink without vomiting it back up and it didn’t stop at 12 weeks but went on for months and months? Then you wouldn’t have morning sickness… you would have hyperemesis gravidarum (HG for short). HG is a serious and dangerous condition that a handful...

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Kids Giving Back: Random Acts of Kindness

RAKs That Teach the Importance of Grateful Living During this time of year, there is a strong focus on what we want, especially for our kids. With making a special list for what they want from Santa or for Hanukkah, in addition to all of the commercials on TV and the extra material things displayed at all of the stores, it is easy to get caught up in the commercially of it all. However, it is also a great time of year to remember to do for and to give to others. The season is for giving, not just...

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The Waiting Game: Ways to Use Your Time While Waiting in School Pickup Lines

What to do While You’re Waiting! If you are like me, you have to drop off and pick your kids up every day for school. I can’t imagine how many hours I sit in car line waiting for my kids to be dismissed from school.  The time spent is completely worth it because I relish that special time I get to be with my kids chatting about their day. However, I have learned quickly that I need to make my time sitting and waiting productive. Here are some ways you can do the same! Organizing Whether it be going...

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Smart Celebrations: Tips for Planning the Perfect Kid’s Birthday Party

Bella Breakdown We all love to celebrate our kids’ birthdays. It is a special time to commemorate how far they have come, to remember the day of their birth, and to just party! One thing every kid remembers is their birthday party with their friends and family every year. Planning a birthday party that is fun and economical can be done without too much stress when you plan ahead. Get ready to mingle with these helpful tips! Budget The first thing to do is to set a budget and decide how much you have to spend. Then you need to...

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