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Vacation Preparation

Getting away without the kids is a huge hot fudge sundae to parents. It is a much needed break that
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Creative Summer Lunch Box Ideas

          Packing kids’ lunches can be fun…or frustrating!  Ellen Briggs of Family Food Experts shares a
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New School Year, New Trends

The back-to-school date varies by area, but we’re now into the new school year, and I’m wondering if anyone has
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Give Kids a Vacation Budget

We’re in the final stretch of summer – here’s a family vacation strategy to consider. Give your kids a budget!
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Prescription for Homesick Kids

Summer camp can be the most liberating or miserable experience for both parents and kids. The smell of bonfires; clothes
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Allowance Tips

Allowance is always a hot topic for parents. Do you give allowance? When do you start? Do you tie it
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Chores That Work

Kids love to help. Even at a young age, children can participate in household chores. The chores should grow/increase with
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Care Package Ideas – and Camp Questionnaire

Many kids are away at camp, and parents are looking for creative ways to stay in touch. I just published
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Sleep-away Camp Tips

If sleep-away camp is on your radar, here are some great tips for preparing your kids to pack the trunk
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Bleach is "mouthwash" – Laundry tips

Here’s a recent national column I wrote – thought it was timely as we’re all considering spring cleaning! High Efficiency
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The Business of Traveling with Kids

I wanted to share some tips from my recent radio interview with Travel’n On Radio – The Business of Traveling
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