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Podcast: Make-a-Plate Group & Classroom Kit How-To’s

February 8th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in How-To's and Checklists, PODCASTS: Tips & How-to's

Makit Make a Plate Group and Classroom Kit

Questions about Make-a-Plate Group & Classroom Kits? Here’s all you need to know to make lasting Make-a-Plate memories…

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Checklist: Kid-Smart & Kid-Safe Visits Away from Home

June 10th, 2009 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Child Safety On-The-Go, How-To's and Checklists

Any parent with young children knows that visits away from their childproofed, kid-friendly home can be stressful – sometimes downright unnerving. New surroundings inspire kids to touch, test and even taste whatever they find. Such curiosity is natural. But for guests and hosts alike, it can make a visit anything but relaxing!

You can avoid much of this stress – and many potential dangers – by doing a little preplanning with your host and taking along a few portable safety items for on-the-spot childproofing. (more…)

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Six Budget-Stretching Secrets of Online Bargain Hunters

November 14th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in A Little Something Extra, How-To's and Checklists

The internet is known for great deals – especially for those armed with the savvy and strategies to make the most of every dollar spent…. (more…)

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‘Twas the Weekend Before Thanksgiving and All Through the House… How are You Preparing for the Big Day?

November 4th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Family Time, How-To's and Checklists, KidSmart Holidays

Well, I guess the obvious answer is I’m avoiding the issue and blogging!

No… seriously, I have a pretty easy Thanksgiving planned this year, we’re taking it on the road and going camping – turkey, new puppy and all. So, I have managed to sidestep house prep woes this year – but that has not always been the case! (more…)

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Keep Halloween Hazards from Becoming a Real Scare!

October 10th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Child Safety On-The-Go, How-To's and Checklists

Spooky decorations, creepy costumes and candy-filled visions spur kids – and often the entire family – into a fun-filled frenzy on Halloween. But don’t let hidden dangers spoil the evening for your ghouls and booys!Here are ten simple Halloween safety and planning tips to help keep fright night from becoming a real scare.  (more…)

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Ridin’ the Storm Out… How One Mom Stays Sane in the Wake of Hurricane Ike

September 29th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in A Little Something Extra, How-To's and Checklists

You can’t always be lucky in a storm like Hurricane Ike. These events seem to randomly pick and choose their victims, so I must first state I’m ever so thankful we escaped damage. That certainly makes a little inconvenience and discomfort in the aftermath easier to bear.

There’s also something we did before the storm that’s been key in keeping us out of the lines you see on TV. We prepared. (more…)

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Checklist: Baby Safety “Gotta-Do” Childproofing Areas

May 22nd, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Childproofing & Safety, How-To's and Checklists

Shop Smart! Print the Child Safety Products Checklist and Worksheet at KidSmartLiving.com

Visited a baby superstore lately? You’ll agree there are ALOT of childproofing products to choose from – and many of them seem to do the same thing, just a bit differently than their counterparts. So what’s a new parent or parent-to-be to do? (more…)

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Checklist: Baby Safety Gates 101 – Before you shop for child safety gates

May 10th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Childproofing & Safety, How-To's and Checklists

Shop Smart! Before you shop for baby gates, print out the Baby and Child Safety Gate Worksheet at KidSmartLiving.com

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Baby safety gates are effective barriers in many areas of the home and come in a variety of designs to meet different needs. Selecting the right gate for your space is key for both safety and livability – and it’s easy to do with a little pre-planning!  (more…)

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Checklist: Seven Top Tips for Creating Family & Child-Friendly Homes

May 10th, 2008 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Childproofing & Safety, How-To's and Checklists

Simple changes, from the arrangement of items in a room to choices in homewares, can make a big difference in a home’s safety, ease of care, and even parental sanity! The following tips can help you create a home that’s safe for small children… yet still welcoming to grown-ups.  (more…)

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