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Maybe the cure is to ask yourself: “Do you need it or want it?” Who am I kidding, that didn’t work for me.


Jessica Brashear: 5 things I never thought I’d do

Now with kids, I’m breaking every single promise to myself.


Julie Anderson: Allow your child to follow his reading interests

Researchers who’ve studied how to get boys to read say parents and teachers need to follow their interests.


Katie Ryan-Anderson: Hug your children and appreciate life

Here you go, Internet, one of my unfine moments. Use it to not error as I did.


Jenny Razor: Sharing a love from our childhood with our son

Of all the gifts that a parent wants to give their child is the opportunity to share all that the world has to offer.


Tag Archives: health and fitness

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That last bite of a tasty morsel just dropped to the floor. What do you do?

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Forget boiling, or antiseptic wipes: The best way to clean a Binky may be putting it in your own mouth.

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What you should know in your teens, 20s, 50s and beyond.

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Grilling lettuce? You might be surprised on the return on investment.

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Your body will never “get used to” the workouts, and you’ll keep seeing results.

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Schools look at simple, low-cost strategies to add physical activity into its daily routine.

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You might even have some of these foods in the pantry or fridge already.

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Even the busy, uncreative chef in all of us can handle these ideas.

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Children will rub elbows with Michelle Obama and dine off fine china in the White House this summer as part of a contest to promote healthy eating.

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When it comes to increased health, it’s not just what we eat but how we eat.

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A woman considering VBAC must weigh numerous factors, fully understand the risks and benefits.

Posted on by Dr. Jacobi
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It’s a straight-forward menu followed for three days that promises an up to ten pound weight loss.

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Washing dishes vs. mowing. One might get you more sex than the other.

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To get back on track to a happier and healthier mom, follow these eight simple steps.

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My son found a mole on my torso, and said “Gross!” The doctor’s assessment was slightly more professional, “melanoma.”

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More states bar minors from the salons, citing studies that show a correlation between indoor tanning and skin cancer.

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We’re a week into the new year.

Weight loss resolutions are set. Omaha area gyms are packed.

And now it’s time for you to learn the top fitness trends of the year.

Happy exercising!

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If the scale hasn’t tipped in your favor and your weight is now a “resolution,” you aren’t alone.

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An open house will be held at Omaha’s Common Ground Community Center today.

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Explore the YMCA, use the facilities for free, and learn about programs and a special membership offer at an open house to be held at each of the ten Metro Omaha locations on Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Visitors will be able to meet staff, learn about programming and classes, and get a free swim evaluation while enjoying snacks and other fun activities.

If they like what they see, they can join the YMCA for just $1!

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To encourage boys’ reading, look to book clubs To encourage boys’ reading, look to book clubs
Practice makes perfect when it comes to reading.
Julie Anderson: Allow your child to follow his reading interests Julie Anderson: Allow your child to follow his reading interests
Researchers who've studied how to get boys to read say parents and teachers need to follow their interests.
Katie Ryan-Anderson: Hug your children and appreciate life Katie Ryan-Anderson: Hug your children and appreciate life
Here you go, Internet, one of my unfine moments. Use it to not error as I did.

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