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Sanity tips for eating out with the kids
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By Marion Winik clubmom.com Believe me when I tell you that the young gentlemen of my household, ages 12 and 9, are not cosmopolitan or gourmands. The best thing you could ever pack in their lunch boxes is a nice cold package of Lunchables, and th ... Read Full Article
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Riding rules for tots and teens
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BEYOND THE BASICS--CHILDREN SHOULDN'T SIT IN FRONT OF AN AIR BAG, INFANTS NEED TO BE IN REAR-FACING CHILD SEATS--TAKE NOTE OF THESE TIPS REGARDING KIDS AND CARS THAT YOU PROBABLY HAVEN'T HEARD By Jayne O'Donnell clubmom.com CAR SEATS AND COATS ... Read Full Article
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Ready. Set. Go wild!
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By Alison Ashton clubmom.com When Terry Stroman plans her family's summer vacation, she never hears a chorus of "Been there, done that" from her sons, ages 11 and 13. That's because the Stroman clan is hooked on taking outdoor-adventure trips - a ... Read Full Article
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Mom's health
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By Dana Sullivan clubmom.com You know when your child's next doctor's appointment is right down to the hour. But how diligent are you about keeping up with your own health checkups? If you have a Pap smear every year and leave it at that, you're ... Read Full Article
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Driving by example
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By Jayne O'Donnell clubmom.com Want your children to grow up to be skilled, safe drivers? Point them in the right direction by setting a good example. Whether your kids are tots or teens, the driving habits they see in you may someday become their ... Read Full Article
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California's Disneyland with wee folks
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By LiaMarin Waldron clubmom.com My family - me, husband Dave, and our two-year-old daughter, Amy - took our first trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, California, this past spring. We were a little unsure about Amy. Was it worth it with a child that y ... Read Full Article
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Child safety seats get safer
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By Jayne O'Donnell clubmom.com For a new mom with just one infant, I take more than my share of child safety seats in and out of cars. That's because I test drive at least one new car or truck every week, and little Cate almost always comes along ... Read Full Article
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Booster seat basics
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By Jayne O'Donnell clubmom.com I know, I know. Getting a 6-year-old who has been riding in the car like a "big girl" to go back to a child seat would be no easy task. But now there's considerable evidence that keeping older kids in booster seats ... Read Full Article
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Parents time-out at Disney World
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So you think a trip to Walt Disney World is one only the kids can enjoy. Well, think again! Here are a few tips for making your vacation to Mickey Mouse Land a memorable one for the whole family. Plan an evening or two on your own at one of Disney’ ... Read Full Article
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Tips for better vacation photos
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Photos are a great way to share your travel experiences with family and friends. Here are a few suggestions to help you capture vacation memories you will treasure for years to come. Plan Ahead Make sure your digital camera is in good working ord ... Read Full Article
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Highpointing
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It’s Not Just For Mountaineers Mount Sunflower, Kansas. Ebright Azimuth, Delaware. Hawkeye Point, Iowa. Hoosier High Point, Indiana. They may not have the name recognition of Mount McKinley (Denali), Mount Rainier, Mount Whitney, and Mount Hood ... Read Full Article
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About expectations and vacations
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About Expectations and the Family Vacation It’s that time of year again: Time for the family vacation. It’s a good time to rethink some things like perfectionism, expectations, and the meaning of the word “vacation.” First of all, we call it a “ ... Read Full Article
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GFR Test Report: Travel Strollers
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Looking for one that can do it all? When buying a stroller these days, you're faced with a myriad of choices: full size carriages, joggers, car seat/stroller combos, and lightweight umbrella strollers, as well as double (and sometimes triple) versio ... Read Full Article
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Do I need travel insurance?
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Learn about the various kinds of travel insurance, and which type may be right for your family. Travel insurance can protect you from substantial losses that result from a variety of situations, including canceled family vacations, lost baggag ... Read Full Article
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Surviving holiday time on the road
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Creating a memorable and enjoyable family vacation over the holiday months is, for many, a challenge. The desire to spend family time not only seeing the sights and sampling the local culture, but also having fun in the process can easily become a s ... Read Full Article
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Fliers beware!
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Did you let airlines damage your stuff? If you travel with small children, you no doubt have taken a stroller, car seat or some other essential on board an aircraft. These days, with full flights, you'll most likely have to gate check the item. ... Read Full Article
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Family packing tips
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Everything you need, with room to spare… There are two kinds of travelers in the world: those who pack light and those who wish they had. To include everything needed in as little space as possible on your next family vacation, follow these h ... Read Full Article
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Creative tips for holiday travel
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A peek at surviving peak travel dates Holiday travel is enough to give even the most savvy globetrotter a headache, but traveling with kids can be "migraine city" if you're not prepared. However, with some advance preparation and a few creative t ... Read Full Article
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Vacation planning calendar
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When are the kids out of school? When is Labor Day this year? This handy vacation planning calendar tells all... 2006 Valentine's Day is Tuesday, 14 February, 2006. Mothers' Day is Sunday, 14 May, 2006. Memorial Day is Monday, 29 May, 2006. Fath ... Read Full Article
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What's so great about rentals?
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Haven't discovered the secret of vacation rental properties? They make the best kind of 'home base’ for that family vacation. The advantages are many, but the most important to us include: MORE SPACE – On a family vacation, everyone just nee ... Read Full Article
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Finding quality maintenance and cleaning
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Finding quality maintenance and cleaning services when managing your second home Many second home owners are choosing to rent and manage their property on their own in order to avoid expensive property management fees, which can average 35-45% of t ... Read Full Article
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Super pictures for your property
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How to take great photos for your listing... As an owner, you know all the intimate details about what makes your property so great. The challenge is in conveying those to prospective renters. GreatFamilyRentals.com helps by providing you with a cu ... Read Full Article
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Home, sweet vacation home:
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Yes, You Can Own One—Even If You’re Not Rich The key to affording that vacation house, cabin, or condo is cutting out the property management company “middleman.” An informative new book teaches you everything you need to know to successfully rent ... Read Full Article
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