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My snot-nosed kids

Snot. It’s gross, icky, sometimes lime green and sticky. Whether it’s caked-on or dripping out, it makes me want to gag — yuck. Now that I’m a mom, I’m usually covered in the slimy stuff. It’s probably my fault. Instead… »

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Win tickets to see Barry Manilow

Are there any Fanilows in the house? Yep, I thought so.   If you haven’t already bought your ticket to see pop icon Barry Manilow perform at the CenturyLink Center Omaha on Feb. 29, don’t fret. You can win them here.  … »

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Must-read mommy news

IN THE NEWS OPS officials are planning more adjustments, including a revised grading scale. Curious about your school’s latest test scores? Just moving and need to check out your school choices? View Omaha.com’s schools report. Creighton University’s president sent out a… »

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Should teachers friend students?

HOT TOPIC Millard Public Schools are trying to draw boundaries between students and teachers online. School officials say teachers shouldn’t friend students on social media sites like Facebook. IN THE NEWS An Iowa mom is accused of getting her 22-month-old… »

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Let’s rally behind a warrior

Have you heard of the Stroller Warriors? It’s a mommy running club started by Stephanie Geraghty, an Avoca, Iowa, native living in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. After reading a Sunday World-Herald story, I was completely blown away by Geraghty’s commitment… »

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Must-read mommy news

Just for fun   Read about 10 dishes named for presidents.   Take a Presidents Day quiz.   In the news   Every 45 minutes, a child in Iowa faces harm because of child abuse or neglect. Read how law enforcement… »

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Bounce U turns 5

Boing. Boing. Boing If you’re looking for something to do with the kiddos — boing — bounce on over to Bounce U. The indoor inflatable center near 132nd Street and Chandler Road, will celebrate its 5th anniversary today from 5… »

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Most deserving mom

Does your mom deserve pampering? A night on the town? A $200 diaper bag?   Well, tell us about her. Enter her in Momaha’s Most Deserving Mom in Omaha contest.   We want to know about your special lady. The… »

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Go, Mommy, Go!

There’s lots to do with the kids (or with your significant other) over President’s Day weekend. Here are a few suggestions, depending on the amount of time you have. IF YOU HAVE 5 MINUTES: Read this MSN.com story about toys we… »

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Raising an Olympian?

Are you raising an Olympian? May be a track or football star? Why not take your young athlete to the opening ceremonies of KidzExplore this weekend at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs. Last year, the theme was super heroes.… »

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Moms like to party, too

Just for fun Mom Prom is couple weeks away. The date is set: March 3. The location secured: Omaha Marriot, 10220 Regency Circle. Now it’s time to get your ticket and find your most chic or tackiest dress for the… »

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Daddy-daughter date night

In the news Papillion promotes family through its sixth-annual Daddy-Daughter Date Night. Bills have been introduced both in Nebraska and Iowa Legislatures to strengthen penalties for ignoring the bus signals to stop. Frozen yogurt is fast becoming one of the… »

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I love in Omaha

Anytime John Henry Müller of What Cheer emails me, I immediately read it. Mostly, because I like to giggle at his “Weeeeeeee!” signature at the bottom of the message. What Cheer is the web design business that launched a viral… »

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Must-read mommy news

Local news   World-Herald columnist Mike Kelly shares a story of love rekindled years later.   The state’s controversial truancy law has many people on edge. Read how lawmakers want to change it.   Who needs flowers when you can… »

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Award-winning illustrator coming to Omaha

A few weeks ago, I read a brief about the John Newbery Medal and Randolph Caldecott award winners in the World-Herald’s Living section. The Newbery and Caldecott prizes are the most prestigious in children’s literature. The American Library Association has… »

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ACT exams for free?

In the news   Nebraska launches a pilot project that will allow thousands of high school students to take the ACT exam for free.   Two relatively weak snowstorms are expected to push through central Nebraska and western Iowa this… »

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Teaching world religions

Project Interfaith is hosting a weekly children’s program about world religions that will run through March 4. The story times for children and their families will be 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays at the Bookworm, 8702 Pacific St.… »

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Birth control: Women weigh-in

Hot topic Women weigh-in on the government’s mandate that employers provide free coverage of contraception.  In the news Turning the car seat is a milestone parents look forward to. See what one Alabama mom says about making that decision.  Mom… »

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Legos build skills

Legos! My house is littered with the colorful plastic blocks. We have a little game called “Imagination Hour” at my house, I usually enforce when my two oldest start feuding over a board game or toy. The hour is designated… »

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Mommy’s got her swag back

Before I had kids, I swore I’d never become the mom who wears sweat pants, ponytails and stained shirts. But when I started raising my trio, I traded my little black dress for sweats with deep pockets. It’s pathetic. Here’s… »

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Josie Loza: My snot-nosed kids
Snot. It’s gross, icky, sometimes lime green and sticky. Whether it’s caked-on or dripping out, it makes me want to gag — yuck. Now that I’m a mom, I’m usually covered in the slimy stuff. It’s probably my fault. Instead… »
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Eating out

Review: Dhaba Indian Cuisine

Review: Dhaba Indian Cuisine
A cozy dining spot for families with children. »

What to watch

On DVD

On DVD
"Puss In Boots" releases Friday. »

Boredom Busters

Plant Pals
Plant Pals
Backyard nature crafts for the kids. »
Encourage your preschooler to touch
Encourage your preschooler to touch
Edible play dough is a great way to develop your toddlers motor skills. »

What's for Dinner

Rainbow pasta

Rainbow pasta
A picky eater pleaser with a colorful range of vegetables »
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