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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[...]

6 Must-Have Beauty Products for Moms

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You’re trying to rouse your sleepy toddler out of bed, get those brown-bag lunches together, and get yourself decently dressed for work. When mornings are manic, there’s very little time—if any—to even slather on some sunscreen. That doesn’t mean that you have to head into work bare-faced, though. Use these six must-have beauty products — and ensure [...]

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[...]

Children Exposed To Firearms More Likely To Suffer From Depression, Study Finds

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Gun violence continues to be a public health problem among children. In a recent study published in Pediatrics, the impact of gun exposure among children ages 2 to 17 was measured, and the stats are sobering. It found that 1 in 4 children has been exposed to violence involving a weapon, either as a witness or, sadly, as a victim. And 1 in 33 children has[...]

Rena Strober Is Creating Kindness With The Sweet Songs of Sesame Street

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With her new album, Imagine That!, Rena Strober is taking on the classic songs of Sesame Street and recreating them for today’s audience. Her music is at once beautiful and inclusive, as she features the voice talents of The Blind Children’s Choir and other noted blind singers to convey a message of love and hope. We exclusively spoke with Rena about music t[...]

5 Tips For Combating Student Stress

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As kids across the country return to school in one form or another, they are under more stress than ever before. The strain of COVID-19, the rigors of remote learning, and learning how to, well, learn under this new normal can take their toll on students of all ages. All of that stress and fear can prevent students from taking care of their own personal [...]

How to Wake Up Your Makeup To Look Pretty...And Polished

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As a busy mom, you’re lucky if you have time to take a shower, much less put on a polished face. But that doesn’t mean that your look has to be lackluster as a result. If you (and your beauty routine) have fallen into a rut, these tips can help you wake up your makeup—and have you looking fabulous. Look for products that multitask. As a busy mama, you [...]

Angelo Venuto Talks About Music, Famiglia, And Life As "Nonno"

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According to Angelo Venuto, he’s bad at interviews. But the Italian-born singer, known for his hit remakes of “L’Italiano” and “Sweet Caroline” couldn’t have been a better subject. We talked about what makes a great song, how he looks at life now as a Nonno, and why famiglia is absolutely everything. Angelo, a fun fact about you that some people might n[...]

Paul Binder of the Big Apple Circus Shows Us Why It's Good To Clown Around

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Paul Binder is truly a ringleader. In his role as the Founder and Artistic Director of the Big Apple Circus, Paul made his way from working with legends like Merv Griffin and Julia Child to juggling in Europe and then founding one of the most popular circuses of all time. In an exclusive interview, Paul spoke to us about following your passions no ma[...]