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January 25, 2012
- in Uncategorized by Alexis Rodrigo
Smart Ways of Fighting Off Flu and Cold
When cold and flu season comes around, it’s hard not to feel that getting one or both is inevitable. After all, doesn’t everyone get sick during the winter? Not necessarily – there are certain things you can do to help minimize your risk of contracting colds and flu this season. Here are some smart ways […]
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January 24, 2012
- in Uncategorized by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Burn Off Post-Holiday Weight Gain
One of the difficulties with post-holiday weight gain is that it happens to come about in the middle of winter. This is not an inspiring time to get out and move. The weather is often cold and wet, and the mornings and evenings are dark. It’s tempting just to hibernate and wait until spring to […]
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January 22, 2012
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
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Adult Kids Living at Home: Why They Should Pay Rent
My first child is turning 18 this year. That means I’m about to become the parent of an adult. Issues like having my adult child live in our home will soon be a reality to me. The concept of adult kids living at home and paying rent is controversial. Some people are adamantly opposed to […]
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January 21, 2012
- in Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
Finding a Teen Babysitting Course
When you were growing up, you might not have heard about babysitter training. But today, there are classes and certifications to train teens on how to be a safe and effective babysitter. Teens learn that there is more to babysitting than just being in the same room with a baby or child: they learn basic […]
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January 20, 2012
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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How Different Room Colors can Help Your Mood
Did you know that the color of a room can affect your mood? Health professionals who work inside people’s homes have noted physiological effects from certain colors. Midwives, for instance, may not allow a laboring woman to go into a red room, as it tends to increase bleeding. Hospitals have that classic “hospital green” in […]
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