I’ve always heard about and truly do believe in a mother’s intuition. My mother could always tell when something was wrong based on my tone of voice or my facial expressions, no matter how hard I tried to mask thepain or anguish I was feeling. She just knew something wasn’t right. She wasn’t a magician or a superhero — she was a mother.
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11 Tasty Halloween Treats That Won’t Haunt Your Diet
Even though you may be excited about Halloween approaching, the ubiquitousness of candy corn, caramel apples and chocolate bars can put a haunting halt to your diet. From homemade trail mix to fruity kabobs, read on to find tasty treats for this year’s Halloween party that won’t put a shocking end to your healthy lifestyle.
17 Proven Motivations to Get You Running
t’s tempting to hit the snooze button and go back to sleep when the alarm buzzes with a reminder that it’s time for your morning run. What will it take to get you to jump up, throw on your running shoes and head out the door? People are motivated for a variety of factors -- from competition and commitment to a race, to the physical and mental health benefits running provides. If you are struggling with motivation – whether it’s in the morning or at night – keep moving forward with your training program, find out what our experts suggest to keep you lunging toward the finish line.
Healthy and Happy Halloween: Kids and Food Allergies
Published October 2013: eHow Health Healthy and Happy Halloween: Kids and Food Allergies How to Keep Halloween Safe Versus Spooky Article Excerpt: Every Halloween, Elaine Taylor-Klaus’ living room turns into a trick-or-treating powerhouse when the Atlanta-based mother's children return from showing off their costumes and collecting treats from neighbors. “The kids all come back and… Continue reading Healthy and Happy Halloween: Kids and Food Allergies
Transitioning Your Kids Back to School
After a summer of swimming parties, outdoor activities and lazy play days, it’s natural for your child to dread the return to a more structured school schedule. Transitioning back to school doesn’t have to be a struggle, though. Prepare your child for the changes the school year will bring by discussing expectations and arranging fun activities to build the excitement.
How to Keep Kids Sharp Over the Summer
Although kids often relish summer as a time of lazy days and fun in the sun, education doesn’t have to take a back seat to barbecues and swimming excursions. In fact, it shouldn’t, especially since research has shown that students lose several months' worth of knowledge during the summer, says Alexandra Mayzler, founder of Thinking Caps Group, a New York-based tutoring company. Educational activities are easy to incorporate into everyday summer activities so students remain sharp and ready for the return to school.
Unique Uses for Household Products
When searching for solutions to bug bites, frozen locks or tarnished furniture, you don't have to invest in expensive products. The answer to the problem is probably right in your cabinet. Get creative with everyday household products and discover unique uses for them, saving yourself a few bucks and a lot of time.
Produce Guide: How to Pick and Prep Fruits
Fresh fruit brings seasonal color and taste to any meal or snack—a succulent peach smacks of summertime; a juicy red apple brings with it the flavor of fall. Whether you're picking from your own garden, a local market or the grocery store, make sure you're picking and prepping the freshest, most delicious fruits with helpful hints from gardening experts.
Produce Guide: How to Pick and Prep Vegetables
When it comes to picking and prepping vegetables correctly, it’s important to know the growing method, signs of freshness and even proper color of your favorite veggies. Before mixing up that salad with greens, peppers, tomatoes and radishes, learn some harvesting clues—such as peak seasons of vegetables—to ensure your meal is fresh and clean.
Weighing the Options Between Adoption and Surrogacy
A bouncing baby boy or giggling toddler girl can bring love and life to a household. For childless couples hoping to have a family, adoption or surrogacy can be their best options. The process of starting a family this way can be immensely rewarding, but there are also many challenges. "One of the biggest things prospective parents should consider when seeking a child through adoption or surrogacy is that it's usually a very, very long process from start to finish," says Christina Steinorth, a California-based psychotherapist and author of Cue Cards for Life. "It could be 18 months before you have a child, but often it's much longer—sometimes two years or more—before you'll be able to bring your child home with you." It is best to prepare yourself for a long waiting period, as well as for the costs that each option entails. Make an honest evaluation of your family's needs. Once you determine that adoption or surrogacy is indeed the right course of action for everyone involved, prepare for the life-changing journey to come. The process can be lengthy and challenging, but Steinworth says it’s ultimately "worth the wait."
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