6 Snacks for the On-The-Go Parent!

By Allen Haynes | November 13, 2023 | Health
Healthy snacks are so important for keeping Mommy and Daddy going. Good snacks provide vitamins and nutrients vital to keeping you ready to go at a moment’s notice when your little ones have recitals and soccer games. Here are six great snacks to keep your motor running. 1. Fruit Fruit is the perfect snack. It’s

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GFAA ARTWALK – GROWTH

Join GFAA for the last Artwalk of 2023 in celebration of our reception GROWTH. GROWTH is one of GFAA's 5 governing values, and the last exhibition we have for 2023. Don't miss out! There will be live music, hors d'oeuvres, and refreshments! . . . Funded in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.
Sleep Train Your Baby

3 Ways to Sleep Train Your Baby

By Olivia Pitkenthly | November 6, 2023 | Conception 2 College , infant
New parents receive so much unsolicited advice regarding sleep and their newborns. From “never wake a sleeping baby” to “wake the baby every two hours to eat” it can get pretty confusing. Add to that your exhaustion, and who has time to research the best way to get your baby to sleep? We’ve broken down

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Homework supplies

5 Tips for Making Homework Feel Less Like Work

By Olivia Pitkenthly | October 30, 2023 | Learn
According to “Homework In America,” a 2014 Brown Center Report on American Education, homework for students in third grade through twelve takes an average of one hour per night and rarely exceeds two hours per night. I doubt they factored in the time it takes to actually get your child to sit down and complete

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Pregnant women

Post C-Section Numbness

By Jennifer Jensen | October 29, 2023 | Conception 2 College
In 2016, the cesarean (C-section) delivery rate for births in the U.S. was 31.9 percent. approximately one in three women gave birth via C-section, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many women prepare for side effects of labor and delivery, but women who give birth via C-section can expect different side effects

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nighttime fears

Help Your Child Cope With Nighttime Fears

By Olivia Pitkenthly | October 15, 2023 | Toddler
Monsters, darkness and ghosts are among the top 10 fears of children, according to “Fears Stress and Trauma: Helping Children Cope” by Edward Robinson. In his book, Robinson reports that these nighttime fears are a normal part of a child’s development. They typically start at a young age and may last until middle school. If

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Time With Your Kids

Phones vs Spending Time With Your Kids

By Jessica Franklin | October 10, 2023 | Life
It was a beautiful afternoon. My infant daughter slept peacefully in her car seat beside me, facing away so the mist from the splash pad would not bother her. Her brother was joyfully galloping through the fountains and splashing in the puddles, and somewhere along the way, he made friends with some of the other

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love florida

101 Reasons We Love Living in Florida

By Giggle Magazine | October 4, 2023 | Local Fun
We’re showing some love to our home state! Here are 101 reason why we love living in Florida! As the year comes to close, how many of these have you been able to have fun doing? Watching sunrises over the Atlantic. Celebrating your birthday at the beach! Not having to shovel snow in the winter

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Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip

Make This Super Easy Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip

By Giggle Magazine | September 26, 2023 | Blog , Recipes
Looking for a sweet fall treat that won't take hours to make? Look no further! This super easy Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip will satisfy your sweet tooth and bring the flavors of fall into your home. This treat must be shared with loved ones!   Pumpkin-Pecan Cream Cheese Dip Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese 2

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Is Our Food Safe

Learn More About Pesticides: Is Our Food Safe?

By Lindsey Johnson | September 13, 2023 | Health
Current agricultural practices incorporate pesticides to keep our fruits and vegetables safe against harmful pests, but just how safe are they for our family? Is our food safe? Let's learn more about pesticides. What is a Pesticide? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the definition of pesticides are “chemical compounds that are used to

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