June 2010

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Does My Son Have A Gaming Addiction?

My son was a good student in elementary school, and a lackluster one in middle school. He finished out this past year with…

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DAILY FIND: TV Food Ads Give Bad Advice

DAILY FIND: TV Food Ads Give Bad Advice

Another reason to limit time spent in front of the electronic babysitter.

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DAILY FIND: 50 Ways To Get Kids Pumped About Fitness!

DAILY FIND: 50 Ways To Get Kids Pumped About Fitness!

Think toddlers don’t need a workout routine? You may be surprised!

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DAILY FIND: You’re Not Alone

DAILY FIND: You’re Not Alone

Read this letter from a stranger to a new mom who’s overwhelmed. You may be surprised by how it makes you feel…

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Make The Dark Side Of Summer Shine A Little Brighter!

Make The Dark Side Of Summer Shine A Little Brighter!

We all count the days ’til we get to have some serious summertime fun. Everything’s going along swimmingly until…

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Why Are Our Happenin’ Kids So Helpless?

Is it just me, or are you all noticing a weird phenomenon in this generation? Kids today are super-accomplished in so many ways, and, shall we say, somewhat lacking in others. They regularly score in the 98th percentile on school achievement tests. They juggle homework, sports practices, tutoring, and extracurriculars like little multi-tasking adults. They [...]

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MAMAS ALERT: Cereal Recall

MAMAS ALERT: Cereal Recall

Got Kellogg’s Corn Pops, Honey Smacks, Froot Loops or Apple Jacks in your pantry? Toss ‘em now.

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Make Mine a Double

Make Mine a Double

Ever wonder how on earth you’d manage with twins? Modern Family mom Julie Bowen can help …

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DAILY FIND: Are You Infected?

DAILY FIND: Are You Infected?

Could you have an STD and not even know it?

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