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Fun is the Key to Making Healthy Family Resolutions That Succeed in the New Year Ahead

As we enter the New Year, maybe its time to try a new approach with resolutions. The same-old pattern of resolving for a fantastic, healthiest year yet that fades by mid-month — much less mid-year — needs a fresh start of its own. Fun can make the difference between lasting success or just another failed resolution. Continue reading

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Dips Get Kids to Eat More Vegetables

This is definitely not new news to any of us moms, but according to a new study in the Journal the American Dietetic Association, researchers have proved that dips, do indeed get kids to eat vegetables. In the study, pre-schoolers … Continue reading

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Picky Eaters at the Holiday Table?

So, Santa’s already arrived, the stockings long plundered and all bets are off for getting the sugarplums to eat well at the Christmas dinner table? Meanwhile, you’re already feeling a bit like the Grinch just trying to get one holiday … Continue reading

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Season of Gratitude

By Beth This year, I made a commitment to trying to do more volunteering activities with my child. She’s old enough now to be able to do some of these projects and for the some of the important lessons that … Continue reading

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Orange-Ginger Pumpkin Bread (cake, muffins, etc.)

By Beth I have a small thing about pumpkins. Okay, not so small. And, it’s true that I stock up on about 200 lbs. (or more) of pumpkins, squash and sweet potatoes annually. Before you contact “Hoarders” with my info, … Continue reading

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