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Moms Gear: Use the Boon Whale Pod to keep toys picked up in the tub
The Whale Pod, a wall-mounted product for storing children's toys in the tub, immediately gained my affection. That's because after my daughters piled all of their tub toys inside there was still room to add in that lonely Barbie doll at the top.
Family
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FAMILY
Eggs that give the deviled its due
Party food is my favorite food. Small bites. Finger foods. Hors d'oeuvres. Whatever you call them, those perfect one- or two-bite bits are so much fun.
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FAMILY
My miracle motherhood: The road to joy is long and difficult
At the convenience store, my 5-year-old agonized over his choices: the miniature Reese's cup or the mini-Tootsie Roll?
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FAMILY
Nameberry: Unusual Baby Names: Top choices under the radar
The big news in baby names recently was the Most Popular Names 2012: Top 1, Top 10, Top 100, Top 1000.
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FAMILY
Helping kids through divorce
With divorce rates so high, I think it's important to remember how this huge change can impact families with children, as well as how you, as parents, can put aside your differences to help your kids through it.
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FAMILY
When perfect grades still aren't good enough: All A's aren't automatic ticket to college
Tanner McArdle earned a perfect 36 on his ACT college entrance exam. His grade-point average exceeds 4.1. He ran varsity cross county and plays in the orchestra at Anoka High School. He volunteers for two food shelves. He's "the complete package," his principal says.
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FAMILY
Celebrity Baby Scoop: Amy Grant: 'I don't know if I do balance it all'
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Amy Grant has sure had a busy spring season. She recently partnered with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and created a public service announcement (PSA) for them focusing on the need to be prepared when making tough family decisions. The...
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FAMILY
Child Sense: Summer safety
Summer is a time for enjoying the great outdoors. When you are aware of your child's dominant sense you can be a little more prepared for their unique set of behaviors and needs, making the experience even more enjoyable and safer.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Healthy barbecue, all summer long
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial kickoff to summer and with that, barbecue season. It can be tempting to load up on all your favorite calorie-laden barbecue staples - cheeseburgers, chips, dips, potato salad, pies and cakes - but there are ways to indulge while also keeping your calorie...
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FAMILY
Frumpy Middle-Aged Mom: Teens, booze and I'm a party pooper
A few months ago, Cheetah Boy ran away from a party when the cops came. Yes, my 15-year-old son was almost busted. When he came home and told me this, I nearly fainted. Really, I thought he'd be old enough to drive at least before he embarked on a life of crime.
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WAKE COUNTY
There’s a festival fit for everyone this weekend in the Triangle
There will be art on the streets of Raleigh, hip hop in Durham, a Hogg celebration in Hillsborough and an agriculture-themed event at the State Fairgrounds. Plus, you can tour some backyard chicken coops.


