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View ArticleI left my toddler in a hot car
Photo credit: Brian Green "I never imagined I’d leave my child in a car," says Rachel Green. "Absolutely not." And you're probably thinking the same thing every time you read about such an preventable...
View ArticleIs veganism harmful during pregnancy?
Pregnancy brings about many considerations, from lifestyle to wardrobe choices. Suddenly you're playing the highest stakes game imaginable. One wrong move and your baby's life and therefore your own...
View ArticleMom, I'm bored! 6 outdoor activities for families
Long days and lots of sunshine are finally upon us. Turn off the TV, shut down the computer and gather the troops. Outdoor activities are the perfect cure for the boredom that typically sets in just a...
View ArticleEasy YouTube hairstyles for little girls
1. Rope braid Rope braid Rope braid So you can't even do a simple braid? This is the hairstyle for you. Just a few simple twists, and you're golden. 2. Minnie Mouse bow Bow braid Bow braid Do you have...
View Article5 Active family ideas for your summer vacation
1. Visit a national park There are more than 365 national parks in the United States — one for every day of the year. Take your kids on a biking adventure through the Badlands and witness striking...
View ArticleDIY mother-daughter manis
Ready for mother-daughter manicure night? Get inspired to turn your and your daughter's nails into works of art with these nail designs that are actually super easy to do. Although we totally wouldn't...
View ArticleThings you can teach your kids at the farmers market
When my son was just a baby, I started taking him to the farmers market regularly. It has come with challenges (such as keeping baby safe while shopping), but overall it has been a really great and...
View ArticleGirl-doll playdates that moms can organize
"Dolly and me" tea party Photo credit: calveuleman.blogspot.com Inspired by Pinterest (and her super creative mom), this supermom put together a "dolly and me" tea party for her daughter that is not to...
View Article11 Outdoor projects for science-loving kids
Science experiments are rarely neat and tidy. Moms everywhere rejoice when summer arrives and we can move the mess outside, where the only cleanup required is a garden hose — or a good rain. Egg drop...
View ArticleHow to safely chalk your child's hair
Hair chalking is all the rage right now both with kids and adults, and why shouldn't it be, as it allows us all to have a little fun without the commitment or damage of living with permanent color. We...
View Article21 Things every family should do this summer
Connect with nature 1. Swim natural: It's easy enough to hit the local pool (or the pool in your backyard, if you're lucky), but if you have the chance for the fam to dip their toes in a pond or a...
View ArticleHelp your child get into college: 7 factors that impact admissions
The college admissions process considers a number of factors when evaluating an application. Certain colleges and universities weigh portions of the application differently, but most admissions...
View ArticleDIY mother-daughter spa day
1. Coconut body butter Photo credit: The Gunny Sack This tropical-scented body butter recipe is perfect for a special spa day. The added petroleum jelly gives it a super-moisturizing feel, and it's...
View ArticleGet Prince George's look on a commoner's budget
Following in his mommy's footsteps, Prince George is inspiring tiny fashion trends everywhere. "The Royal family is one that people hold in high regard and respect and I think that is a big reason why...
View ArticleCeleb bump day: Mila Kunis, Kourtney Kardashian, Rachel Bilson and Kelly Rowland
Photo credit: WENN Jackie and Kelso take in a Dodgers game! Pregnant Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, who starred in That '70s Show together, were spotted having fun at the Los Angeles Dodgers game on...
View ArticleAmazing birth photos capture gay dads meeting their son
On June 27, during WorldPride 2014, a surrogate delivered Frank and BJ's son, Milo. Birth photographer Lindsay Foster captured the amazing moment when the two proud fathers held their beautiful newborn...
View ArticleWhy the toddler who died in a hot car in Georgia haunts us
It reminds me of the Casey Anthony case, which took place not far from where I live. During her trial, my youngest son was the same age that Caylee Anthony was when she died. I'll be honest — I wanted...
View Article7 Ways your child can learn math from the World Cup
Photo credit: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Blend Images/Getty Images The 2014 World Cup is an exciting sporting event that occurs just once every four years. While its athletic distinction is well deserved...
View ArticleUpdate: What you need to know about the Georgia dad charged with hot car death
But public sympathy began to ebb when law enforcement indicated perhaps there was more to the story. Below is a timeline of what we know now, followed by an overview of the legal questions facing...
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