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Veggies in Disguise

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Fun tips to get your kids to eat their veggies.

Keeping Kids Busy -- But Not Too Busy

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It has become the topic du jour: Are we overscheduling our kids? Find out where to draw the line.

A Guide to Fresh Vegetables

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Back to School Must-Haves

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Can you believe it? The new school year is just around the corner (yippie!) but before you can really take a bit a breather, you've got to do the back to school shopping thing.

No-Excuses Gardening

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The idea of an herb garden sounds divine, but maintaining it is another story.

Ask Chef Mom: Does alcohol burn off during cooking?

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Is it okay to use wine or sherry for flavoring when you're cooking dinner for the whole family? Before you assume all the alcohol will be burned off during cooking, read on!

Kids' Music for Parents Who Hate Kids' Music

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Today's music for kids does not have to be torture on a parent's ears. Below are some of our favorite well-known and not-so-well-known musicians that you'll gladly pop in ... and may even find yourself listening to when the kids aren't around.

Baby Tantrums

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A baby's first tantrum can take you by surprise. Your baby can really shock you by shrieking, stamping, hitting, or making his whole body go stiff. But don't take it personally; baby tantrums aren't about anything you've done wrong.

Great Solutions for the Family Car

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For many of us, the separation between home and car has blurred. Cars have become our rolling offices, kitchens, study spaces, and playrooms combined.

Sweet Dreams on the Road

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When visiting Grandma's or staying at a hotel, some kids have a hard time falling asleep when they're away from home. The author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution and The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Toddlers & Preschoolers has some ideas for helping smooth the transition to bedtime -- even without the comforts of home.