Monday, January 24, 2022

Parenting

Consider these tips from the experts at KinderCare to help parents infuse some of the Take Your Child to Work Day spirit into everyday life.

How to Keep Life Spontaneous: Travel Adventures at Home and Beyond

(BPT) - We’ve spent the past year bookmarking the travel excursions of our dreams and now our next flight finally seems to be in sight. We’re all yearning for more spontaneity and …

Back-to-School Basics

(Family Features) Each new school year brings a chance for fresh beginnings and an opportunity to get the family organized for a smooth transition back to the classroom.

Top Students are Created by Top Parents

Millions of parents are frustrated because they know their children can do better, yet they don't know how to help. This how-to manual is packed with fun and creative activities, giving parents tools to make their children's education a vital part of daily living and child care.

Kid-Friendly Ways to Learn About World History

Building an appreciation for history is one way to help kids understand and connect with the world around them.

Family fun

Engage your kids with healthy snacks and family movies

(BPT) - There’s no time quite like family time. And what better way to enjoy those moments with your little ones than cooking, baking and making snacks together? According to The New York …

Keeping It Great To Be A Kid

(NAPSI)—In these uncertain times, kids need music more than ever. Anyone who has ever seen toddlers naturally sway and bob to music, knows that children feel music—and that music and kids go …

5 Tips for Gardening with Kids

After months of cool weather, the first hint of spring will likely have the whole family eager to dive into outdoor activities.

Getting by

6 tips to pay for your child's college education

(BPT) - College tuition bills are due right around the corner. It’s true that college can be expensive, but knowing all of the different financing options available and making a plan can help you and other parents find peace of mind.

Potty training time? Why the right toilet seat is key to success

(BPT) - Of all the things you do as a parent, one of the most challenging is toilet training. It can take a lot of planning, supplies and patience to teach your toddler to say goodbye to the diaper. …

Celebrate Birthdays from a Safe Social Distance

Whether you’re celebrating a kid or a kid at heart, planning a socially distant birthday party is a way to enjoy some camaraderie and honor life’s important milestones.

How to Combat Social Isolation

Even before COVID-19 limited social contact with friends, family and colleagues, many adults experienced loneliness and depression due to limited contact with others.

4 Child Safety Ideas That Help Bring Peace of Mind to Parents

(NewsUSA) - For busy parents, keeping a baby or toddler away from problem areas in the home can be an ongoing challenge. September is Baby Safety Month, and an important reminder for parents to look for potentially unsafe areas in the home

How this family went from debt to a seven-figure net worth

(BPT) - When they first got together, Andy and Nicole Hill thought they were doing fine financially. They made about $130,000 a year. They bought what they wanted and went out to dinner when they …

Virtual is here to stay: 5 creative ways people are connecting in a digital world

(BPT) - A year into the pandemic and a virtual lifestyle is the reality for many people. Remote work and online education are just the start — many people have taken a virtual approach to the …

11 easy ways to stay entertained without leaving your house

(BPT) - Cold weather paired with stay-at-home orders means families across the country have been spending more time at home. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together and make …

5 smart steps to keep medications safe from kids of all ages

(BPT) - Prescription medications have many benefits, including managing pain, regulating chronic conditions, preventing disease and more. Despite numerous positives, medications can be dangerous to …

Baby Boomers Still Playing Together Even “Party Gaming” on Zoom

(NAPSI)—Over 70 million Baby Boomers grew up playing board games and watching game shows together—and they still love doing both. A new pop culture trivia game is taking Boomers on a …

Take Steps to Support Literacy

(Family Features) Literacy is a cause that affects the community as a whole. Learn how you can …
How to Include Baby at the Table this Holiday Season

(Family Features) While you're busy making memories during the holidays, remember enjoying a meal …
Sippable Comfort Food Pairings

(Family Features) There are few things better than homestyle meals made with care. However, now you …

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Special Gifts to Celebrate Loved Ones

(Family Features) Whether the special person on your list is a fashion expert, foodie, work-at-home …
Make the Holidays Colorful

(Family Features) Though many wish lists are filled with tech gadgets and gizmos, gifts that allow …

Halloween Spooky Cans

(Family Features) Get the kids involved with Halloween decorations this year with these …
An Imaginative, DIY Halloween Costume

(Family Features) Few traditions are as popular on Halloween as picking out the perfect …

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CCIG Moves HQ into Newly Renovated South Denver Location

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How to Make the Holidays Less Stressful for the Whole Family

(Family Features) Between changes in routine and visiting family (or having them visit you), …
Add Meaning to Halloween and Support a Good Cause

(Family Features) One way to add more meaning to Halloween is to Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, …
How to Support Adoption this Holiday Season

(Family Features) While fostering or adopting a child can be one way to make more family …

How to Raise a Healthy Eater at Every Stage of Childhood

Daily food choices can have a profound impact on overall health and well-being. Not only do healthy dietary patterns help maintain good health, they also reduce the risk of chronic diseases throughout all stages of life.

Love at First Taste

(Family Features) Throughout a child's first years of life, there are several milestones for marking …
5 Tips for a Stress-Free Morning

(Family Features) Mornings are often the most important part of the day - they can make or break …
What to Look for in a Day Care

(Family Features) For first-time parents or even families with multiple children, the decision to …

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6 Special Ways to Celebrate Grandparents

(Family Features) Ask anyone to recall their most treasured childhood memories, and you're likely to …
Make Your Child's Vision Health a Priority this School Year

(Family Features) One in four children deals with a vision impairment that impacts his or her …

5 Tips to Help Kids Through a Move

(Family Features) As difficult as moving can be for adults, it can be even harder for …
Tips from Teachers for Choosing Quality Child Care

(Family Features) As families across the country get ready for back-to-school season, many are …

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4 Tips for Planning a Summer Family Vacation

(Family Features) Make your summer travel plans safe and successful with these tips.
How to Navigate Family Feelings About Returning to School

(Family Features) Whether it's your child's first day of kindergarten or the start of middle …
Small Music Stand Makes a Big Difference

(NewsUSA) -With the reopening of in-person events and activities comes a reassessment of how to …

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