SubscribeSusanne Elkins
writer
October 2007
If the realization that it’s already October makes your blood run cold, you’re not alone. As exuberant kids look forward to classroom parties and descending on the neighborhood, parents are haunted by their own to-do lists. From costumes to candy to carving the perfect pumpkin, here are some Halloween tips to help you get your spook on – without getting freaked out.
October 2007
Carrie Barrix’s daughter, Amberlyn, was painfully shy as a toddler. New people and unfamiliar situations were especially upsetting for her.
“She’d hide under the table when people came over,” recalls the Mason mom.
September 2007
What would you give for a tonic that would help you avoid headaches, joint pain and constipation? What if it also helped your body metabolize fat, maintain muscle and skin tone and increase energy levels? No, we’re not talking about the newest drug on the market. You can reap these benefits simply by (finally) giving water the respect it deserves.
September 2007
Parents want to give their kids every advantage in school and in life. One of the best ways to do that is to provide healthy food for kids to nosh throughout the day. We all know good nutrition leads to healthy bodies and active minds, but it can be difficult to know exactly what kids need to eat and when.
August 2007
When it comes to eye care, most women are only concerned about whether they need glasses or contacts. But it’s important to realize that the health of your eyes can affect your overall health. And there’s a lot more to it than just finding the right corrective lenses.
August 2007
The kids have been great this summer. You’ve only heard them whine “I’M SO BORED” about 500 times, which is down from 1,000 last year. Go ahead and reward the whole family by getting out for some last-minute summer fun. We came up with five ideas. Now you just have to make it happen.
August 2007
For most kids, getting the New Year off to a good start means finding the best backpack or the perfect outfit. Perhaps you remember when a little notebook called the “Trapper Keeper” held such promise for you? Of course, as a parent you now know that even the best school supplies can’t make up for a lack of parental involvement. But sometimes staying connected to your child and his school is easier said than done. What’s the secret?
August 2007
It may seem like summer’s about to slip under the horizon, but there’s still plenty of time for you to plan your escape. Whether it’s a week or a weekend, you owe it to yourself to get away for some much-needed relaxation. Of course, getting there is half the fun, so we found the perfect travel companions Just For You.
July 2007
This spring, your garden was the envy of the neighborhood. You feverishly mulched the soil, carefully tucked in your plants and watered them religiously. But as summer heats up, the weeding, watering and deadheading can seem more like a chore than a pleasure.
May 2007
The flowers are blooming, birdies are chirping – spring is bursting out all over, so what are you doing with your head in the toilet? Flush that spring-cleaning list and get outside for some fresh air. Sure, you could take a leisurely stroll, but why walk when you can ride?
