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College is more expensive around the world than ever before. According to the National Center for Education Statistics in the US, the average total cost of college in the United…

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Here’s Why You’re Never Too Young to Plan Your Memorial Service

November 30, 2015

No one expects to pass away and leave behind a young family, but sometimes that’s just what happens. And as if planning a memorial service for a loved one who…

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Green Parenting 101

November 28, 2015

What is your child’s carbon footprint? Is it important to you? It should be! During your child’s first year alone they will go through nearly 3800 disposable diapers that will…

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Benefits of Your Child Playing Multiple Sports

November 16, 2015

Playing team-sports helps kids in a multitude of ways, but learning to play more than one sport can help them even more. Being on an athletic team such as baseball,…

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Celebrate Parents Doin’ Good this Holiday Season

November 2, 2015

* This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Minute Maid and DiMe Media but all opinions are my own. There’s no denying it, the holidays are here! While the initial feeling…

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Talking to Your Teens About College: Tips to Helping Them Choose a Career Path

September 7, 2015

Once your teen enters high school, it’s only a matter of time before you start talking about higher education goals. Going to college allows your teen to expand their current…

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Eco Back-to-School

August 31, 2015

Well, sadly it’s time to hang up our swimsuits and stock up on new threads and school supplies. Back-to-school season is here! At least you can look forward to lookin’…

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Doin’ Good This Back to School Season

August 24, 2015

* This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Minute Maid and DiMe Media. Minute Maid will provide this prize. Minute Maid is not a sponsor, administrator or connected in any other way…

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Baby-proofing Your Home in Style

August 10, 2015

By Jane Blanchard When a new baby joins your family, you see your home in a whole new light. What used to be a harmless power strip is now a…

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Mom’s Guide to a Stress Free Road Trip

June 28, 2015

Now that school is out it’s time to begin planning your first family summer vacation. Since traveling can sometimes be a costly expense, my family and I often take mini…

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