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February is a month to talk seriously about your heart health and was designated several years ago to be American Heart Month. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, approximately 1.1 million Americans experience a heart attack each year, with an estimated 460,000 of those being fatal. One-half of the deaths that occur each year happen within the first hour of the heart attack. Heart disease is the leading killer among both men and women.
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Today’s family is crazy busy as we hustle off to every activity under the sun, so trying to find quality family time can be really challenging. However, you may be overlooking an easy opportunity to spend time with your children each and every day. Cooking with your children has many benefits, besides an extra pair of helpful hands—a benefit that can last your kids a lifetime. Sure, the extra prep time, patience and messes might not sound very appealing, but consider all the benefits you will be giving your child.
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Camp has become a staple of the summer season. Each year, millions of children, youth and adults head to the hills, lakes, valleys and parks to participate in the time-honored tradition of camp. And, while most people easily conjure up images of campfires and canoes, there is a lot more to the camp experience. Here are five of the things you may not have known about the camp experience.
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Remember those toddler and preschool days when your child began talking your ear off and asking questions nonstop? Or the days when you wished you had earplugs in order to get a few minutes of peace and quiet? Now, as a parent to a tween or pretween, you probably wish you had a little bit of that back. Right?
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Auditory, kinesthetic, visual—you’ve probably heard these terms before. They are the three main types of learning styles and can influence how your child does in school and at home. Most people usually fall into one category, with a little overlap occasionally. Sometimes your child doesn’t learn like you at all. Maybe you are a kinesthetic learner, and he or she is a visual learner. Learning what style your child prefers can help in many areas and is important for their long-term success.
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From birth you begin teaching your children right from wrong with hopes they will listen to a smidge of your advice; however, there are various developmental stages where kids just can’t grasp the difference between what’s theirs and carpe latoy (seize the toy).
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The Tooth Fairy marks each tooth lost and adulthood’s growing footholds on our kids. It’s no wonder that through the ages we’ve found ways to mark this stage in our kids’ lives, which seems as fleeting as the Tooth Fairy herself.
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Playing with your food is an art form at these restaurants where customers enjoy DIY dining and one-of-a-kind experiences!
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You made it to the grocery store and are almost done with your shopping when you are confronted with the most daunting obstacle: the checkout lane. A bad experience in the checkout lane, accompanied by whining, dirty looks and disorganization, can derail an otherwise successful grocery shopping trip in a matter of seconds. Here are a few tips to get through those last few minutes of your shopping trip!
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Vegetarians come in all shapes and sizes, from various professional fields and with different motives. According to a 2008 Vegetarian Times survey, “Over half (53%) of current vegetarians eat a vegetarian diet to improve their overall health. Environmental concerns were cited by 47 percent; 39 percent cited “natural approaches to wellness”; 31 percent cited food-safety concerns; 54 percent cited animal welfare; 25 percent cited weight loss; and 24 percent weight maintenance.” (www.TheTravellingVegetarian.com).
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This time of year, we often find ourselves in a winter slumber waiting for something to warm us up. Cue the month of February, and you’ve got a formal month to express your love to those around you!
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The earth travels around the sun once every 365 and ¼ days which, in bygone times, gave calendar makers a real headache. Julius Caesar solved this problem by creating a 365 day year, adding one extra day every fourth year, Leap Day, which makes a rare appearance in 2012. Before your bonus day leaps away from you, fill up your Leap Day with family fun.
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We have your guide to Valentine's Day events in Kansas City for the whole family! From Father Daughter Dances to Valentine Tea Parties, craft classes and cooking, there is something for everyone!
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It’s been said, “It’s better to give than receive.” Meet two local families who took this to heart by throwing a birthday party where the gifts collected didn’t go to the birthday child, but instead went to those in need.
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Yes, once again we have hit the cold and flu season like a bag of bricks, and it’s a challenge to avoid catching these nasty germs. But if you follow a simple rule, you have a better chance of saving yourself some misery—not to mention some cash on the tissues and cough drops.
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Let’s be honest. Whichever new you that you are trying to attain this year won’t become a reality unless you are smarter about setting those resolutions. This year, begin by making over your New Year’s resolutions before you make you over.
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With public education frequenting headlines and private schools a challenge in today’s economy, many parents wonder what kind of education is right for children. Before making a decision, one valuable step parents can take is to conduct thorough research. Here are some questions to help you explore options.
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We believe Kansas City is the BEST place to raise children in the United States... and it's about to be even better! Discover 12 New Attractions coming to Kansas City in 2012, making our city more exciting, more educational, and a LOT more fun for families!
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