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Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories How to choose the best car seat for your baby and vehicle: 1 of 1
The best way to choose a car seat for your baby and your vehicle is to take the vehicle with you when shopping for a seat. Always try the car seats' fit into the car before you leave the store. If the seat doesn't fit properly, take it back and choose another model. Things to remember when car seat shopping: * Look at the fi... More..
Health & Fitness > Diabetes Daily tips and tricks to maintain your blood sugar level without medication: 7 of 13
The blood sugar roller coaster is not a fun ride. As most diabetics and hypoglycemics know, besides medications, there are alternative ways to help keep their blood sugar in check. A lot of the fight to control insulin and blood sugar lies in what we eat. For instance, keeping track of your carbohydrates is one key element i... More..
Travel > United States Family vacations in Table Rock Lake, Missouri: 3 of 5
Planning a vacation to the Missouri Ozarks? With all that Branson has to offer, you're sure to find entertainment for everyone in this city of bright lights, country legends, music and dance. Silver Dollar City has been this city's number one attraction for 40 years. An amusement park set in the 1880's era, this park has lot... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Your most meaningful family traditions: 213 of 348
With very little traditions to carry on from my childhood into my own family, I enjoy having our own traditions to start. With my two girls at home (2 and 5 years old), I have begun with them what I hope they will enjoy one day with their own children. As every birthday rolls around, the birthday girl is to choose her favori... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Privately owned hunting land in the US: 4 of 6
I am an active hunter and farmer. I own quite a few acres of land that I hunt, but also place my crops and raise my cattle. I feel that the money I worked hard for to purchase my land gives me the right to decide how I use it and who else is permitted to use it. A few years back I would let friends, family members, family of... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood How to welcome a daughter-in-law into your family: 7 of 10
She walks in. Beautiful. Smart. Sophisticated. She's his dream and she's going to take him from you. She's your daughter-in-law. Your new daughter-in-law can become your worst nightmare... or your best friend. You raised your son to be a smart, well-mannered, young man. In your eyes he has a good head on his shoulders, the h... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Fourth of July independence celebrations across the US: 3 of 4
This July fourth (2008) will mark the 232nd birthday of the signing of the Declaration Of Independence in 1776. Throughout the United States, citizens of every age, gender, and race come together every year in celebration of their independence. There are many different ways this date is celebrated throughout the country: In ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Grandparenting Why grandparents should not interfere with parenting their grandchildren: 24 of 31
Sometimes it may be tough for a grandparent to sit back while their adult-child tries to raise a child him or herself. But just because your son or daughter isn't doing what you would do in a (parenting) situation, does not mean that he or she is "wrong" in their method of parenting. Everyone has their own method of raising ... More..
Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice Why vacation rentals are better than hotels: 15 of 19
When planning for a vacation, there are so many decisions to make: Where to go? What to do? Where to stay? There are a lot of good hotel rates out there, and a lot of websites that offer even cheaper rates for these hotels. There is a lot to consider before settling on your final accommodation. There are many chain hotels av... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding Should women be allowed to breastfeed in public areas?: 86 of 105
I am the mother of two healthy little girls, both of which were breastfed as infants. I remember how stressful it was, as a new mother, dealing with the ups and downs of nursing a newborn. It was a learning process, and a tough one at that. I never knew when it would be that my baby would wake hungry and begin to fuss with h... More..