Dry Hands

Show Dry Hands Some Love As The Weather Changes!

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | February 25, 2026 | Health
Looks like the cold weather has stuck around Florida for a bit! And with the cold comes dry air and and cool winds. This winter, keep your dry hands feeling smooth and hydrated with these hand-picked creams. Aquaphor This thick ointment is ideal for dry, cracked or irritated skin and helps protect hands from the

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Valentine’s Day Treats

Three Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Treats

By Colleen McTiernan | February 8, 2026 | Forks & Spoons
From writing valentines to prepping delicious treats, getting your child ready for Valentine’s Day can be overwhelming. With class parties, doilies and cards galore, getting in the spirit to celebrate a day of “love” can be a struggle for all us parents. With February 14 fast approaching, keep these Valentine's Day Treats recipes in your

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3 Nacho Recipes to Make on Super Bowl Sunday!

By Isabela Rosa | February 4, 2026 | Blog , Food , Forks & Spoons , Recipes , Special Occasion Dining
Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend! What better way than to celebrate than with your own homemade nachos. Enjoy these recipes with your family as you cheer on the Buccaneers or the Chiefs!   Classic Nachos  Ingredients:  Tortilla Chips  Ground beef or meat of choice  Cheese (shredded)  Toppings: salsa, jalapeños, sour cream, green onion and

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Emotional Eating

Emotional Eating: What It Is and How to Avoid it

By Lindsey Johnson | January 23, 2026 | Health
Bodies need nourishment. Food and water provide fuel for bodily processes and activities, and we must replenish our supply daily. Individual body makeup along with activity level determines what you need to sustain yourself and maintain a healthy weight. While we know intellectually that we need food to thrive, sometimes food can hold power over

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cleaning makeup brushes

Are Your Makeup Brushes Spreading Germs?

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | January 23, 2026 | Health , uncategorized
No one would ever think of rubbing their clean face on a public, or even private, toilet seat. However, a recent study by Suhail Alam, MD, at the Aventus Clinic has found that our makeup brushes contain more bacteria than, you guessed it, a toilet seat. Please take a moment to gag, barf or scream

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Prevent Chapped Lips

Tips to Prevent Chapped Lips in Cold Weather

By Allen Haynes | January 18, 2026 | Blog , Health
Chapped lips are literally a pain during the winter season. We have so much fun spending time outdoors and enjoying this break in the heat, but having chapped lips can make fun days less enjoyable when the cold and wind hit our dry, cracked lips. What causes chapped lips? Our lips are full of moisture

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body odor

Learn How to Navigate Body Odor and Your Tween!

By Tracy Wright | January 18, 2026 | Ages , Tween/young teen (11–15)
As our children transition into “tween-hood,” we notice a variety of changes due to the influx of hormones. These can include mood changes, body development, hair growth and, of course, body odor. Girls typically begin puberty between the ages of 8 and 13, and boys start between 9 and 14 years old. Puberty causes an

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Crafting With Toddlers

Make Crafting With Toddlers Easy and Fun!

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | January 7, 2026 | Conception 2 College , Toddler
You probably see the word “craft” and say “No way!” Crafting with toddlers may bring to mind lumps of ooey-gooey play dough, stamp pads and Popsicle sticks that create a mess on the dining room table. Trust me, I have been there. However, for your toddler, simple crafting is both educational and fun. Sure, they are going to make a mess, but they

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Tips on Laundry

So Fresh and So Clean: Fun Facts and Tips For Laundry

By Tracy Wright | January 7, 2026 | Happy Home
Laundry is a chore that you can teach to children as young as preschool age! We have fun facts and tips for laundry that you can use with your kiddos! Explain to all kids this five-step method (Chuck, Clean, Dry, Fold and Put Away). You can even make it a fun song for your kids

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