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Are You Getting Enough Air When Wearing A Face Mask? Experts Weigh In

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By now, face masks are a part of our new normal, whether it’s a quick trip to the supermarket, sending kids off to school for in-person instruction, or in instances where you can’t safely socially distance from others. But if you’ve worn a mask for any length of time, you know that they can feel a little, um, restricting (read: stifling). If you’ve ever [...]

CDC’s Halloween Guidelines Urge Against Trick-Or-Treating In 2020

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If you’ve been contemplating which costume to get your kiddo for Halloween, you might want to put a pause on your purchase. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are now advising against traditional trick-or-treating, no matter what state you live in. Thankfully, though the CDC’s Halloween guidelines do allow for some hauntingly good fun, but you’ll need[...]

Red Quinoa Salad Recipe from Singer Bari Koral That's Delish And Easy

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Red quinoa and strawberries are a match made in heaven in this savory sweet salad from children’s musician Bari Koral. “This is a light and refreshing salad which, once the quinoa is prepared, takes very little time to make,” says Bari. “The crunch of granola also adds a lot of flavor and texture to the dish.” This salad makes for a great simp[...]

How to Safely Prepare for the Solar Eclipse — And Keep Your Eyes Safe

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On August 21st, a total solar eclipse will cross the entire continental United States. While solar eclipses are common, one of this magnitude hasn’t happened in almost 100 years, since June 8, 1918. But before you run outside to catch a sight of this spectacle, keep these tips in mind to safely prepare for the solar eclipse. Protect those peepers Eager[...]

How To Know When Your Child Is Ready For Sleepovers, According To Experts

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Your kid comes home from school all excited and tells you that their friend invited them for a sleepover. Immediately, you go into panic mode, imagining 100 different (and scary) scenarios. What if your child gets frightened in the middle of the night and wants to come home? What if your child has an allergy and eats something dangerous for dinner? What [...]

10 Ways Kids Can Help Others During The Pandemic That Will Make Everyone Feel Good

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By now, you’ve probably gotten the whole homeschooling/remote learning/working from home thing down. And while it might not be easy, you’ve most likely found a way to make it somewhat work for your family. That’s why now is the time to turn your efforts towards helping your community. And these 10 ways kids can help others during the pandemic will make e[...]

Ugh, My Kid Swallowed Hand Sanitizer. Now What Do I Do?

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Keeping your kiddo’s hands clean is truly an exercise in futility. So as part of your child’s health and wellness plan, you probably have a lot of Purell and other hand sanitizers around to squirt into their grubby, grimy little hands. But kids are curious creatures, so it might be only a matter of time before your child begins wondering what that cold, [...]

So You're Pregnant and Quarantined...Now What?

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Pregnancy is supposed to be one of the most beautiful times of your life. But as you were picking out pieces for your newborn’s nursery, you probably weren’t planning on handling a pandemic during your pregnancy, too. And the truth is, no matter how healthy you might be, or how well your pregnancy is going, you’re going to have to take extra precautions [...]

Here’s How Your Child Should Really Be Brushing Their Teeth, According to Dentists

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Getting your child to brush their teeth is like, well, pulling teeth. They’re either too tired or too busy to bother brushing them properly. But it’s important that your child learn how to brush their teeth well so that they set themselves up for excellent oral hygiene as they get older. Here’s how your child should really be brushing their teeth, accord[...]

19 Snacks For Kids That Are Delish And Healthy

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If there’s one thing that’s for certain, it’s that kids love snacks. They love them so much that they’d prefer to snack all day instead of eating meals. As a parent, you’ll probably get a snack request at least a dozen times a day. And as much as we all love our chips and cookies, there comes a time when you have to cut the carbs and start stocking up on sna[...]