Lake Fun & Safety
It's that time of year--time to head out to one of Minnesota's 10,000 lakes (or to one of umteen thousands of lakes all over the country). Before you go, check out the downloadable guide below to safe swimming, boating and fishing from Conservation Minnesota. If you're worried about water pollution and contamination, you can go to CheckMyLake.org to find out whether lakes have been tested and what the results show.
Parent's Guide to Safe Recreation<
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Moms Dissing Moms
Do you sometimes feel that moms can be critical and judgmental about other women's parenting style and choices? Do you feel pressured to be the perfect mom? See what Liz Szabo, writing in USA Today, says about 'competitive parenting.'
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Gadgets on the Go
Must-have tech for your next trip
Are you planning a quick weekend getaway, a family vacation or a business trip? Here's a round-up of some nifty gadgets that can make traveling easier, more efficient and just plain fun.
Luggage Smarts
* Weigh, Don't Pay: If you can never seem to pack light or you plan on shopping during your trip, get a small digital scale to help you stay under the carry-on weight limit. The Travelon Ergonomic Digital Scale, for example, shows baggage weight up to 75 pounds on a backlit readout. It also includes a tape measure so you know when you'r
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Safe Winter Driving
Anyone who's lived in Minnesota for more than a minute is familiar with winter driving.
Winter weather poses unique challenges. Before heading out onto snowy or icy streets, take a few minutes to refresh your memory on how to drive safely in wintery conditions.
Before Leaving
- Make sure the gas tank is at least half full and the windshield washer fluid reservoir is full.
- Clear as much snow off of the car as you can, including the roof, headlamps and taillights. Scrape ice off of windows and side mirrors for maximum visibility.
- Never warm
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A Local Writer Could Use Your Help
Do you have children ages newborn to 25? Are you willing to share some information (anonymously if you choose) to help a local writer with her book project on relationships and families? If so, please help by participating in a brief survey by clicking
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Pregnancy, Babies and Your Pets
Finding out you are pregnant is one of the most exciting days of your life, but being a pet owner there are often many concerns that come along with that. Whether you've got a dog or a cat there are several important things to know about and prepare yourself for both during pregnancy and after baby comes home. In this article you will find information that should help with the transition.
FOR YOUR DOG:
It is essential during your pregnancy to prepare your dog for the new routine the baby will bring. Sometimes we forget just how many changes there will be from the viewpoint of our pets. Think about it; there are
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Notable Minnesota Moms: Wendy Berezovsky; Sweet Dreams for Kids
By Wendy Berezovsky
HISTORY
When our daughter, Chaya Dalya, was born four years ago, her upper lip looked puffy. At first they thought it was from the delivery but as the swelling did not go down, our panic began to rise. We brought in an ear, nose, and throat doctor and our newborn baby had her first MRI at five days old. It took a while to get a conclusive diagnosis but when Chaya Dalya, was two-and-a-half months old, our worst fear was confirmed. I still remember the day the ENT called (our oldest child's birthday), "It looks like cancer," he said. "It is a very rare type so
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