This is post is from last Halloween, but the information is still very relevant for today. We hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween! ———————————————————————————————————- For many kids with food allergies, Halloween can be extra frightening. Finding safe treats to enjoy can be challenging for children– chocolate, eggs, nuts, soy, and wheat are commonly … More The Teal Pumpkin Project
For many of us, weekends during the fall can only mean one thing… Football! Every weekend, millions of Americans prepare to position themselves in front of the TV for a steady diet of touchdowns, unbelievable plays and end zone celebrations. Of course, it isn’t a football game without tables filled with lots of traditional tailgate … More Beating Acid Reflux During Football Season
By: Kathy Trainor I am offering a word of advice and would welcome more ideas on a serious topic. About 5 years ago I had a lovely little baby boy, Patrick. He was rushed away from me so fast I never got to hold him. You see Patrick was born early and was found to have … More Tips for Helping Families Spending Time in The NICU/PICU
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an important time to learn about the risks women (and men) face. But while these facts can be frightening, there are reasons for optimism as well. When breast cancer is diagnosed early and treated, survival rates can be near 100 percent. That is why regular screenings and quality treatment are … More Flatten Out For Your Health
By: Tanya Pimental Today, we never forget the tragic events of 9/11. Everyone remembers where they were and how the day unfolded. For many, the pain and grief that came with it lingers still today. For me, this day brings emotions that have changed over the years. I still experience a sort of grief fourteen years … More Myself
By: Jessica Aldred “No!”, “Get Down!”, “Don’t eat that!”, “Stop touching that”…Yes folks, we officially have a fully mobile, chattering, defiant, yet still incredibly cute toddler! The days of tossing him the high chair with some veggie sticks while I made dinner are over. The 5 point harness is now strapping him in just long … More Toddler Transition
By: Martinanne Stanger Fall fun traditionally brings apple picking, hay rides, walks about cranberry bogs and forays to pumpkin patches. It can also offer ideal weather for getting out and about to explore history! As you put together your fall calendar, I encourage you to check out some of the fabulous free and low-cost options … More 3 Low-to-No Cost Local Spots for Historical Fun
By: Kathy Trainor Whether you’re a stay at home parent, or you spend all day at work, everyone has those days when you just do not feel like cooking. For me this usually tends to fall on Mondays. What I am about to reveal to you is my secret recipe for killing a case of the … More Easy Weeknight Broccoli and Sausage Recipe
By: Sandra L. Churchill That is what we are calling this week: the Week of Wisdom Teeth. My middle child, or middle young woman as I should call her (since she is 20) is a spirited, fun-loving college student whose angelic voice fills the rooms of our house when she is home. But this week … More The Week of Wisdom Teeth
By: Rachel Ventura I love breakfast. Who doesn’t?! Unfortunately, most of us don’t always make the healthiest choices when it comes to breakfast foods. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s the start of everything. Each day is a new journey, and you should fuel your body with healthy stuff, right from … More Banana Pancakes
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