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08 Dec
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6 Winter Activities for Families
Family Life

As the temperature drops and the first snowflakes start falling, winter is the ideal time for families to explore outdoor activities with their loved ones. Families in the Midwest, especially in states like Illinois and Wisconsin, greet cold temperatures with warm winter clothing, boots, and gloves. All are must-haves to keep everyone in good spirits....

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14 Nov
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Tips – Hiding Christmas Presents from Kids
Family Life

Knowing where and how to hide Christmas presents can be difficult if you have smart kids. They’re sharp enough to pick up on little clues, and they have enough time during the holidays to snoop out any poorly hidden gifts. Figuring out how to hide big Christmas presents from these dedicated, clever kids gets harder [...]

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10 Nov
A senior woman smiles as she serves turkey to her family at a Thanksgiving dinner.
Stress-Free Thanksgiving Tips
Family Life Lifestyle

The Art of Hosting: Tips for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Gathering Thanksgiving is a time to cherish the company of friends and family alike. If it’s your turn to host the festivities, we’re here to help you plan a Thanksgiving party worthy of the amazing people in your life. From the preparations to decorations, we want...

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08 Aug
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Lunchbox Ideas to Keep Your Kids Energized for the School Day
Family Life

Keeping your child’s lunchbox interesting, delicious, and nutritious can become a daily challenge between working parents and picky children. According to a recent study reported by NPR, “Kids and teens in the U.S. get the majority of their calories from ultra-processed foods like frozen pizza, microwavable meals, chips and cookies, a new study has found.”...

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25 Apr
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Tips for Buying Secondhand Furniture
Family Life Lifestyle

When you’re decorating your home or apartment, finding the right furniture is a must to tie the room together and make the space yours. Often, this means long searches online or in stores for the perfect piece. However, anyone who’s been looking for a while will tell you: New furniture is expensive. If you’re looking...

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24 Jan
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Toy Storage Ideas Your Kids Will Stick To
Family Life Home Organization

We’ve all been there: you spent the afternoon tidying up toys and asking the kids to put their toys away. And yet, by bedtime, the floors are littered with toys all over again and nothing is where it belongs. It seems to be a never-ending cycle of picking up toys and putting them away. It’s...

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