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Back-to-School Countdown: Checklist

Love it or loathe it, back to school is almost here. And to make it easier on everyone, it’s best to start some prep now to avoid a rough transition. Here are a few quick tasks to tackle for smooth September sailing.

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What Sports Parents Can Learn From Simone Biles

Calling all sports parents. Here are some lessons from an elite and accomplished athlete who understands her own limitations. Her name is Simone Biles.

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The Problem with New Guidance on Recommended Alcohol Intake

Surprise! Booze is bad for us. But here’s why the World Health Organization’s new guidance on recommended alcohol intake is problematic.

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Summer Activities for Kids: 101 Summer Boredom Busters

Don’t let boredom creep in! Pull out this list of 101 fun summer activities for kids that are sure to keep the whole family entertained.

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I Had a Miscarriage During Covid

A miscarriage at any time is heartbreaking and traumatic. But a miscarriage during Covid means you have to endure those painful medical appointments alone.

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How to Throw a Simple Summer Birthday Party

A simple and casual (but fun!) barbeque could be your easiest summer birthday party yet. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Summer Is a Special Kind of Torture for Working Moms

The days were long and life was good. This was childhood. This was summer. We were blissfully unaware of what it all meant for our parents.

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Serving Dessert with Dinner Eliminated Our Family’s Mealtime Struggles

At first I thought this was crazy. Won’t this actually create mealtime struggles? Once I learned why you serve dessert with the meal, it made sense.

Best Educational (and Fun!) Apps for Kids

Whether it’s astronomy or animals, reading or math, there’s an educational app here for every age and almost any interest.