Many people think that aging means eventually having to leave your home. That is a reality for many, but it can be delayed significantly by making a few changes to your home in order to make it safer. Certain areas of every home can pause problems and your top priority should be to reduce the […]
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Screen Time and Sleep — How to Promote Healthy Sleep Habits in Your Kids
Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, parents were grappling with the effects of screen time on their children’s sleep habits. Now, with so much of the world moving online, kids’ screen time has increased drastically, and many old routines are out the window. Experts agree that proper rest is essential for children of […]
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Physical Therapy More Effective than Drugs for Chronic Pain
During a time when healthcare professionals and researchers continue to reevaluate the effectiveness and safety of prescription drug use for chronic pain, Kitsap County physical therapist Megan Morris emphasizes that physical therapy has long been considered a safer, cheaper and more effective treatment for such conditions. This remains especially notable as we approach Pain Awareness […]
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A Twist on the Mac-and-Cheese
Turning to easy recipes that require minimal cooking time can help take the stress out of busy back-to-school evenings while increasing the opportunities for sharing family moments together. Skip the long cook times of complicated dishes and instead turn to an option like this Skillet Macaroni and Cheese, a kid-friendly and parent-approved meal to turn […]
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Recipe for a Creamy Year-Round Dessert
Simple, sweet treats are always a win with the family when you need to change things up a bit. Enjoy some decadence with this dessert recipe that includes creamy cheesecake filling coupled with chocolate cookie dough for a truly rich delight. Find more dessert ideas at Culinary.net. Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars Ingredients: Instructions: Heat […]
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Emotionally Preparing Your Children for Back-to-School Season
Between sheltering-in-place, online learning and time away from friends, many children will need a little extra support as they head back to school this fall. Consider these tips from the experts at KinderCare to help you emotionally prepare your children to return to school with confidence, optimism and excitement. Address your feelings (and theirs) Children […]
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Home Improvement Projects That May Affect Your Homeowners Insurance
Many of today’s homeowners have been inspired by house-flipping shows to learn practical tips and savvy tricks to either increase their home’s resale value or, for those who prefer to stay put, refresh their living space for its long-term use. While these shows highlight the newest trends that resonate with new buyers or help customize […]
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Four Comfort Food Recipes for Your Next Lunch
As families spend more time at home, Americans are finding comfort in a surprising source: bread. In fact, a 20-year trend of declining grain food consumption has been reversed. A national study by the Grain Food Foundation suggests that the turnaround is more than a one-time sales blip due to pantry loading. In reality, consumers […]
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The Top U.S. Kitchen Trends, According to Instagram
From cooking to conversations all the way to homework help and parties, the kitchen truly is the heart of the home. The average American spends more than nine days in the kitchen each year. With such a long time being spent in the kitchen, it’s no wonder that you would want it to look as […]