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Barbie honors real-life healthcare heroes and wow, more stories …

WEBShe’s an Asian-American doctor based in Las Vegas who’s fighting bias and systemic racism in the healthcare system that the pandemic has laid bare. In her own Instagram post, she wrote: With this honor, I hope to shine a light on the commitment and compassion all frontline workers exhibited over the past year and a half and every single …

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7 tricks to create more positive thinking in your life

WEBAfter speaking with fitness instructor, trainer (she was the first female trailer for the Philadelphia Flyers!), author, and professional joy spreader Sandy Joy Weston this week on Spawned, both Kristen and I have been thinking a lot about positivity. Like what we can do to help reboot our mindset and create more positivity in our lives.

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Coronavirus facts and prevention: Here are the trusted resources …

WEBCoronavirus (COVID-19), is on the minds of basically everyone worldwide right now, and that goes double for parents. Especially with spring break coming up, and lots of family travel plans in the works — and brand new warnings to prepare to plan for our lives to be disrupted as officials look to contain the spread of this respiratory infection.

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28 self-care gifts for Mom to help her slow down and breathe

WEBVahdam Artisanal Tea Trio. (Vahdam Teas, $23.99 on sale for 20% off) When relaxing at her favorite tea shop isn’t on the schedule, bring these exquisite gourmet teas to her. And be sure to check all their tea gifts, to find the perfect self-care gift for Mother’s Day to help her slow down. (That Weekend in Paris gift set sounds perfect to us!)

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10 simple ways to model healthier behavior at home now

WEBClever! 5. Research better snack recipes together. We have a secret pinboard (shhhh) called “healthy snacks for our kids.”. Every so often, we sit down with our kids, search out snack recipes that look healthy and interesting, and with their approval, we save them to the board.

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16 fabulous Mother's Day gifts that give back to Covid relief and

WEBWe’ve always had a heart for Mother’s Day gifts that give back, but this year, we’re focusing on gifts that give back to Covid relief efforts, including donations to frontline healthcare workers, food banks, restaurant workers, and all kinds of incredible organizations doing essential work on national and local levels during the Covid-19 crisis.

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The most reassuring, helpful, and detailed expert tips for talking to

WEBAs the COVID-19/Coronavirus outbreak has increased, and life as we know it seems to be changing by the second beyond our control, parents are really struggling.A lot. I knew right away we needed to have a conversation with Dr. Ken Ginsburg, pediatrician and adolescent expert from The Center for Parent and Teen Communication at the …

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Zenmed's cult-favorite skin care products: I tried, I tested, I have

WEBThere are plenty of testimonials, before and after pictures, and reviews on the Zenmed website . A few regimens look like they might work for people with specific skin needs, like acne or rosacea. However, the products are pricey — while the products are natural and so on, a basic SPF moisturizer is $24.95 for just 2.5 ounces.

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Your family's hydration situation just got a whole lot easier!

WEBThis incredible machine actually filters water ten times better than the most popular filters on the market, then blends a tasty drink, full of vitamins and nutrients with a simple button press. No crazy powders or liquid concentrates or tablets that take forever to dissolve. Just a simple pod (which is totally recyclable, by the way) and a few

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These gorgeous bracelets can help you manage anxiety and OCD

WEBWhat’s even more special: Each bracelet you purchase means a $5 donation to some of our own favorite mental health organizations, including the Child Mind Institute, NAMI, Anxiety and Depression Assn of America, and the International OCD Foundation. As the Stetzer sisters put it on their site, they’re not creating a “good vibes only

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Nike nurses' shoes honor everyday heroes working in healthcare.

WEBWhich is why all of us were so thrilled to come across the new Nike Zoom Pulse. People are calling them “Nike nurses’ shoes,” because it’s their first shoe designed specifically for healthcare workers. And, they will totally make you rethink what “nurse’s shoes” are supposed to look like. And we bet lots of medial professionals

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Stock up on these things for winter before they run out. Again.

WEBCraft supplies and kits: Crafting is another solid indoor activity, so stock up on craft supplies from your favorite craft store or indie toy store, like lanyard string, embroidery floss, construction paper, pipe cleaners…you never know what will be in short supply these days. Kits can also be a fun surprise to pull out for the kids when they

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Cerebral has been called the "best online service for mental health

WEBCerebral is a telemedicine provider that’s been called the “best online service for mental health” by New York Magazine. That’s because they’ve completely reinvented mental health care for over 150,000 U.S. patients so far, providing them with high quality, easy access to a care team to help treat anxiety, depression, insomnia, and more.

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10 important things all kids should know before leaving home and …

WEB8. The importance of sleep and overall self-care. Yes, college is the land of all-nighters, but before your kids leave home, they need to truly understand that lack of sleep can take a serious toll on their minds and bodies. Also have good conversations about the importance of hydration and nutrition, so they’re fueling their bodies with

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Introducing Cool Mom Fit, a different kind of fitness community

WEBA few weeks ago, I decided I really needed to start working out again. As a 40-something-year old mom of four kids, I know how important fitness is to my health and wellness.

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20 special gifts that give back to great causes Holiday Gift Guide

WEBAlternately: You can send a gift box of their signature RPG Super Coffee to a service member in need, who will surely appreciate it. ($46) “Resist” necklace. Giving back to support mental health and social justice organizations. Small but mighty, the pretty hand gestures necklaces at GLDN carry a powerful little message, like the “resist

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Fighting childhood cancer with the strength of 1000 ladybugs

WEBBefore I was a cool mom, I was a cool aunt with very high standards. Lucky for me, being a cool aunt in New York City isn't tough, as fabulous boutiques

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Paying the thankfulness forward to other families on Thanksgiving

WEBToday we are feeling so thankful to be home, safe, and with family, taking it all for granted that we can make fun of our aunt's terrible stuffing and bitch

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10 essential kitchen safety rules to set, that keep little cooks safe

WEBInsist that kids hoist themselves up onto this stool so they stand securely above the counter before they embark on any cooking task. 4. Avoid burns. This rule may be obvious, but some kids are inclined to take shortcuts or get distracted in the kitchen, which can lead to unnecessary burns.

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The Maclaren 2011 preview

WEBWhen Maclaren invited me to their NYC showroom to get a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2011, this was one preview I was not going to miss. From fun and flashy stroller shades to cool new buggy blankets, Maclaren has loads of goodies I’m super-excited about. And if you’re in the market for some new gear or an upgrade, it’s great to …

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Kindiefest 2010! Get out your child-safe Zippos.

WEBI’m so excited to be speaking on a panel this spring at the third annual Kindiefest, the conference for all that’s cool in family music (or as we affectionately call it, kindie rock).In other words, the kinds of CD reviews you see on these here pages each week, thanks in part to our indie music-savvy associate editor Christina.

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