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Help Your Child Cope With Nighttime Fears

By Olivia Pitkenthly | October 15, 2023 | Toddler

Monsters, darkness and ghosts are among the top 10 fears of children, according to “Fears Stress and Trauma: Helping Children Cope” by Edward Robinson. In his book, Robinson reports that these nighttime fears are a normal part of a child’s development. They typically start at a young age and may last until middle school. If

Phones vs Spending Time With Your Kids

By Jessica Franklin | October 10, 2023 | Life

It was a beautiful afternoon. My infant daughter slept peacefully in her car seat beside me, facing away so the mist from the splash pad would not bother her. Her brother was joyfully galloping through the fountains and splashing in the puddles, and somewhere along the way, he made friends with some of the other

101 Reasons We Love Living in Florida

By Giggle Magazine | October 4, 2023 | Local Fun

We’re showing some love to our home state! Here are 101 reason why we love living in Florida! As the year comes to close, how many of these have you been able to have fun doing? Watching sunrises over the Atlantic. Celebrating your birthday at the beach! Not having to shovel snow in the winter

Make This Super Easy Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip

By Giggle Magazine | September 26, 2023 | Blog , Recipes

Looking for a sweet fall treat that won't take hours to make? Look no further! This super easy Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip will satisfy your sweet tooth and bring the flavors of fall into your home. This treat must be shared with loved ones! Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese 2

Learn More About Pesticides: Is Our Food Safe?

By Lindsey Johnson | September 13, 2023 | Health

Current agricultural practices incorporate pesticides to keep our fruits and vegetables safe against harmful pests, but just how safe are they for our family? Is our food safe? Let's learn more about pesticides. What is a Pesticide? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the definition of pesticides are “chemical compounds that are used to

How To Maintain a Happy Home With an Empty Nest

By April Tisher | August 28, 2023 | Conception 2 College , Teens

In the fall of 2019, approximately 9.9 million students attended colleges and universities, and 70% of them chose a school within a 2-hour drive of their home. Coincidence? I think not! While some parents rejoice in their new freedom, some dread the day they experience sending their child off to college or when they move

Is Your Child Being Exposed to Too Much Blue Light?

By Jacqueline Saguin | August 7, 2023 | Health

It’s a phone illuminating a dark bedroom. A tablet settled on a lap, casting a blue glow. Electronic devices surround our everyday lives. And for a child, it’s their greatest form of entertainment. But, are their eyes paying the price? In a world in which we schedule virtual work meetings and stream movies at a

3 Banana Smoothies Your Kiddos Will Love

By Renee Castro | July 31, 2023 | Forks & Spoons

Do you have a kiddo who absolutely refuses to eat their veggies? Have you tried everything in the book to make them tolerate the taste? Well, don’t fret! Try our three banana smoothies with a hidden veggie that your kids are sure to love! They’re easy, fruity and delicious! Green Machine Smoothie 1 ripe

Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!

By Amanda Roland | July 31, 2023 | Blog , DIY , Happy Home

Let's be honest – nobody really likes to do laundry! And most people consider folding the laundry to be the worst part. Luckily, there is an invention that you can make at home that makes folding laundry as easy as 1, 2, 3! Make a DIY Laundry Folder! With just a few supplies that you

Coffee Talk: Should You Let Your Tween Drink Coffee?

By Lizzie Vasquez | July 31, 2023 | Health

In recent years, young people have been choosing popular coffee houses like Starbucks or Dunkin' as their regular hangout spot. Believe it or not, teens and tweens are not just there for the donuts and blended faux coffee milkshakes. They are gulping down the real thing. We’re talking dark, 115 mg injections of caffeine masked

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Help Your Child Cope With Nighttime Fears

Phones vs Spending Time With Your Kids

101 Reasons We Love Living in Florida

Make This Super Easy Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip

Learn More About Pesticides: Is Our Food Safe?

How To Maintain a Happy Home With an Empty Nest

3 Banana Smoothies Your Kiddos Will Love

Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!

Coffee Talk: Should You Let Your Tween Drink Coffee?

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