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3 Refreshing Homemade Ice Pops to Beat the Heat

By Colleen McTiernan | July 6, 2023 | Forks & Spoons
Nothing beats a cold, refreshing ice pop during the dog days of summer. But, store-bought pops can be chockfull of sugar and chemical-based additives, depending on the brand you choose. The main ingredients in these homemade ice pops are fruits, so there is no need to worry when indulging in these sweet treats! All you

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Why Does My Baby Spit Up?

By Jennifer Jensen | July 6, 2023 | Conception 2 College , Health , infant
New moms be on notice... your baby will most likely spit up. It’s a fact of life. However, the good news is most of the time, it is completely harmless and the downside is it might require you to do a few more loads of laundry and have more burp cloths on hand. “Infants spit

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Learn How to Identify and Treat Poison Ivy!

By Amanda Roland | July 6, 2023 | Health
Now that the weather is warmer, you’re probably itching to get outside. This is the perfect time to have some quality, one-on- one time with nature, whether that’s going camping or taking a leisurely stroll through Payne’s Prairie. Scarier than any campfire story, however, is what’s lurking just close by. Poison ivy goes hand-in-hand with

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Tips For Staying Safe This Fourth of July

By Morgan Hill | July 3, 2023 | Blog
Independence Day, more commonly known as Fourth of July, brings barbecues, family time, fireworks and lots of red, white and blue. Our nation commemorates our independence with firework displays across the country, and many Americans host their own fireworks show in their own front yard. The fun of setting off your own fireworks comes with

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4 DIY Summer Crafts to Keep You and The Kiddos Entertained

By Morgan Hill | June 21, 2023 | Articles
Now that the school year is over  it's time for some summer fun! Instead of turning to the TV to keep your kiddos entertained, break out the craft supplies and get creative! Here are 4 DIY summer crafts you and your kiddos will love! DIY S'mores Pot... If you’re feeling hungry If you are having an

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sharks

Shark Tales: Distinguishing Facts from Fiction

By Christina Vila | June 21, 2023 | Blog
Sharks have a bad reputation. Blame their rows of sharp teeth or the images we’ve been fed through movies like “Jaws.” But they’re not all bad, and they’re completely necessary for the ocean environment. George Burgess, a shark biologist and director of the Florida Program for Shark Research at the University of Florida, expels some

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Tips for Treating Swimmer’s Ear

By Isabella Sorresso | June 12, 2023 | Blog
You know that annoying moment when you’re having a fun day at the pool and you jump out only to find that you have water stuck in your ear? You awkwardly shake your head around and whack your ear from the other side to get the water out, but no luck. Not only can the

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Teach Your Kiddos to Meditate with These Easy Tips!

By Isabella Sorresso | May 22, 2023 | Blog , Health
It's always important to find ways to cope and keep your head calm. One great way to do this is to teach your kiddos to meditate! If your child is worried about a test, a concert performance or even a big game, then meditation could be a beneficial solution for them! If you’re thinking, “that

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5 Ways to Eat More Strawberries!

By Isabella Sorresso | May 16, 2023 | Blog
Summertime is almost here, and with that means peak strawberry season! You have waited all year for these delicious berries to be readily available at the grocery store, and now that they are here, you have got to take advantage. Whether you are looking to add strawberries to your next meal, a quick snack or

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