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Healthy Habits: Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

Motherhood Moments

19 healthiest state in America this holiday season. The holidays are the perfect time to eat, drink, and be merry, but also a time when Americans fall off the wagon with excessive eating, drinking and stress. Overindulging can exacerbate the holiday blues. A new study finds Minnesota is the No. Eating fruit 63% 59.2% Smoking 13.7%

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Healthy Habits: Supporting Families with Autism Spectrum Disorder During the Holidays

Motherhood Moments

For families with Autism Spectrum Disorder children, the holidays can be a complicated time. If you’re inviting a family over for a holiday meal, ask them in advance on how to make your environment more comfortable and fun for their family. Ideas include: Help to prepare for change. Determine what may distract your guest (i.e.,

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Free or Inexpensive Holiday Activities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The Christmas season is upon us, along with Hanukkah and other seasonal holidays. Each one typically has a ceremony to light up the tree, complete with entertainment and much holiday spirit. Holiday choirs at local shopping areas. Holiday Trains. Many cities have zoos that have special holiday events.

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How To Throw A Lavish Holiday Party On A Tight Budget

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The holidays are already upon us despite the fact that it seems like just yesterday that we were barbecuing in the backyard and lighting off fireworks. Alcohol can be pretty pricy, so consider hitting up Costco for the key ingredients to just a couple of favorite holiday drinks like hot buttered rum, hot toddies, or Irish coffee.

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How to Enjoy a Holiday that is Luxurious and Eco-Friendly

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When it comes to going on holiday, it is important that we indulge ourselves with luxury. Although it is important to indulge in luxury whilst on holiday, it is also important to ensure that your trip is as eco-friendly and green as possible. Going on an eco-friendly and luxurious holiday may sound impossible, but this is not the case.

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After-Holiday Clearance: Save Big on Everyday Items

Family Balance Sheet

After-Holiday Clearance isn’t just about scoring great prices on gift wrap and holiday decor. And don’t limit your after holiday shopping to just Christmas. And don’t limit your after holiday shopping to just Christmas. Search the entire store, not just the holiday themed aisles and the end-caps.

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Teaching Kids The Power Of Giving This Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

And there’s no better time than the holidays to pass on this important lesson. But when the holidays roll around, a couple of things happen. So maybe this year it’s time to rethink your strategy and make the holidays a learning experience for both you and your kids. So, what do you teach your kids?

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