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Create Memories in the Kitchen: Easy Pie Recipes for Families

Healthy family habits can also include room for life’s sweet moments – and what could be sweeter than pie? In honor of Pi Day, March 14, we’ve collected a few recipes to test out with your kids in the kitchen. Pull out the aprons, roll up your sleeves and get ready for a pie-making adventure…

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Exercise for Teenagers: What Parents Should Know

Exercise for teenagers is a great way to help your children become healthy adults. However, your kids may not need to exercise as long as you think to get the full benefit. New research claims it doesn’t take long for teens to get the physical activity they need. They just have to be willing to…

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Mardi Gras: Six Top Tips for Parading as a Parent

Mardi Gras is a special time of year for Louisianians. Whether you love the parades, are a king cake fanatic, or just enjoy the extra days off work and school, Carnival season has something to offer everyone.  For parents, Mardi Gras can bring up some additional obstacles to address. We’ve gathered some tips for a…

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Kid-Approved Game Day Snack Ideas

When you’re gearing up to watch the big game on the big screen, you’ll want to have some yummy noshes on hand. These healthier snack options are easy to eat when tuned into a game, whether the Super Bowl, the Puppy Bowl or even just watching the ads. Even better — they’ll fuel your whole…

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Toy Safety for Little Kids

Keeping little ones safe is a never-ending task, and it’s important to consider toy safety all year round. But with the onslaught of Christmas gifts, parents should take a look at the toys their little ones receive around the holiday. The biggest risk is choking, which can cause severe lack of oxygen, or asphyxia. We’ve…

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