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Taming the Temper Tantrum

Every mom has experienced them, and if you’re not at that stage yet…just wait! The stroke of the clock that ushers in your child’s toddler years also starts the ruthless era of the temper tantrum. Patty Onderko from Parenting.com helped us figure out the rationale behind your child’s emotional explosions.

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Spring Break Driving You Nuts? Do This!

Moms, it’s that time of year again! The week that kids look forward to all winter long, and the week that parents don’t… Spring break has been underway around the country for a few weeks now, and whether you have one kid on break or multiple home at different times, it’s easy to run out of ways to entertain them. Luckily, it’s just as easy to jump back into the spring break attitude with a few fresh ideas and activities. The kids will have so much fun they won’t want to go back to school on Monday morning! (Uh oh, is that a good thing?)

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Plan Ahead for the Best Valentine’s Day Yet!

Whether you’re married, dating, or whatever, finding something to do with that special someone (besides the obvious, *wink wink*) on Valentine’s Day can be difficult. Maybe you’ve done every romantic activity in the book, or perhaps this is your first February 14th together and you want to make it really special. No matter what stage your relationship is in, these suggestions are sure to satisfy any couple looking to celebrate the love in their lives! Start your day early

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3 Great Ways To Green Your Kid’s Old Jeans

Whats worse than having to replace your kids favorite pair of Gap jeans? Sure, maybe theyre old or stained or tattered or whatever, but your kids love the way they feel! How will you ever find another pair that fits them as well?! Dont fret! One word can help you overcome the task of buying new jeans and trying to save your old, beloved pair: RECYCLE.

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Tormented Tummy? 10 Best & Worst Foods for a Long-Term Fix

Getting a stomach ache is the WORST! The pain, or sometimes the feeling that you’re going to ralph at any second, is just another thing that moms have to deal with every once in a while in addition to the gazillion other tasks they must complete in a day. There’s no way to prevent those fluke tummy tumults–food poisoning, for example–that hit unexpectedly. There are, however, some general guidelines you can follow in order to stay as far away as possible from the other stuff–indigestion, constipation, gas, diarrhea, etc.