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August 27, 2010 By Stacey Sacco

That’s the reaction I normally get when someone discovers that I have cloth diapers on my baby. Yes, I have to wash them. Yes, the start up costs can be high (but you make up for it in the end. more »

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Barbie Exhibit at Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum

September 3, 2010

The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum in Wheeling is hosting the temporary exhibit, "Barbie and other 20th Century Dolls." through Dec. 31.

The exhibit features many Barbie dolls from the past 50 years on loan from the private collection of Mickie McCoske. more »

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Have Games, Will Travel

July 5, 2010 — The MobiGo Touch Learning System gives a new meaning to “smart phone. » Full Story

Sneak in Summer Math Learning

July 5, 2010 We’re surrounded by words and numbers every day. Parents can play a key role in reinforcing math learning on an ongoing basis by considering the following opportunities for summer lessons. » Full Story

'E is for Ethics' Is a Great Tool for Parents

May 5, 2010 Meet Elliott and Lucy, two kids who will probably remind you a lot of your kids. Elliott and Lucy sometimes act without thinking. » Full Story

Four Mother's Day Activities for Moms and Kids

May 5, 2010 1. Make “Me” Portraits. With a marker, trace the outline of your bodies on an old sheet. Decorate your self-portraits with symbols, colors, words and pictures. » Full Story

Smart Mama Goes Green With Cleaners

April 5, 2010 In honor of Earth Day, April 22, here are some practical homemade cleaning tips and easy recipes using pantry items from Jennifer Taggart, author of the new book, “Smart Mama’s Green Guide: Simple... » Full Story

Know Your Child's Alcohol Risk

April 5, 2010 Certain children are more likely than others to drink heavily and encounter alcohol-related difficulties, including health, school, legal, family and emotional problems. » Full Story

Resources for Parents of Preschoolers

March 8, 2010 There are a myriad books and local resources out there for parents of preschool age children. » Full Story

Five Ways to Raise a 'Good Enough' Child

March 8, 2010 How many times have you told your ebullient child he’s too loud or too active? How often have you told your contemplative, cautious child not to be a scaredy-cat and so shy?

In subtle... » Full Story

Let's Talk About Sex

January 14, 2010 Parents are waiting too long before having “the talk” with their children, according to a study published in the January edition of Pediatrics, journal of the American Academy of Pediatric. » Full Story

Five Secrets of the Organized

January 14, 2010 From OV Parent’s go-to source on frugality, housekeeping and organizing, Tawra Kellam, founder of the Living on a Dime Web site.

1. Never stop picking up. » Full Story

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