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Classroom-Proven Discipline Tactics that You Can Use at Home

Classroom-Proven Discipline Tactics that You Can Use at Home

Tried-and-tested methods used by professionals who know how to get rowdy children to quiet down, listen up and follow the rules.

When Should You Visit Urgent Care?

When Should You Visit Urgent Care?

Urgent Care centers are a great option for illness and injuries that occur after hours or on weekends for patients of all ages. They offer treatment options for minor injuries and common illnesses at a fraction of the cost of emergency care, often with shorter wait times and without an appointment.

 Fight Less, Love More—Loving and Liking Your Spouse

Fight Less, Love More—Loving and Liking Your Spouse

“I love my husband, but I don’t like him.” That’s a comment I hear quite often in my couples mediation practice. Over the years, I discovered something: Many people are nicer to strangers than they are to their spouses.

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Valentine's Day Fun Guide

Valentine's Day Fun Guide

Whether you are looking for a memoriable night out with your significant other or a fun way to celebrate with your entire family, our Valentine's Day Fun Guide is your one-stop resource for Valentine's Day-themed events and activities happening in the Oklahoma City metro area.

Guide to Consignment Sales & Stores in the OKC Metro

Guide to Consignment Sales & Stores in the OKC Metro

Are you a frugal mama looking for the best deal on children's clothing, shoes, toys and more? This list may be your new best friend.

MetroFamily's Kids Fest is coming!

MetroFamily's Kids Fest is coming!

Mark the date for OKC’s premier family fun event—Saturday, March 24, 2012, 10am to 4pm, at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds!

MetroFamily Friday Freebies—January 26, 2012

MetroFamily Friday Freebies—January 26, 2012

Today I have found some freebies to make you even MORE beautiful and get your family ready for Valentine's Day!

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Wardrobe Savings Tips for Working Moms with Style

Wardrobe Savings Tips for Working Moms with Style

For any mom taking on new 9 to 5 with duties that go beyond diapers and dinner, your wardrobe will likely need a makeover. However, sprucing up your business style doesn't have to drain your kids' college funds nor limit your options. Here are 8 tips to help you update your wardrobe with fashionable work-wear on a budget.

SandRidge Energy to Fund Youth Pavilion and Adventure Attractions

SandRidge Energy to Fund Youth Pavilion and Adventure Attractions

Oklahoma City-area youth will have access to a variety of adventure activities at a new youth pavilion planned for the Boathouse District. The OKC Boathouse Foundation recently announced that SandRidge Energy is donating funds for construction of a youth pavilion and adventure attractions in the Boathouse District on the Oklahoma River.

Small Talk Made Simple: Five Ways to Help Your Kids Feel Comfortable Connecting

Small Talk Made Simple: Five Ways to Help Your Kids Feel Comfortable Connecting

Small talk is an important skill for any connector, regardless of age, to master. From the check-out line at the grocery store to the person sitting next to you on a flight, you just never know which connection can result in something big or wonderful

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Keeping it Real

30 Day Mom Challenge Day 12

30 Day Mom Challenge Day 12

Every day I worry that I’ve made mistakes in parenting. But I think that the very fact that I question myself means that I’m doing a good job. Praying for wisdom in parenting sharpens my focus on my family, and raising my children is an important job that I don’t take for granted.

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Creative Parenting

Family Letter Jumble

Family Letter Jumble

Use the letters in your child's name to have fun with spelling and letters! This easy Family Letter Jumble craft helps young children with letter identification and can help older children spell, read and think creatively. How many words can you spell with the letters in your name?

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Adventures in Homeschooling

Planning, by Jennifer

Planning, by Jennifer

The great thing about using a flexible curriculum is that you get to decide what you’re going to cover and when you’re going to cover it; the awful thing about using a flexible curriculum is that you have to decide what you’re going to cover and when you’re going to cover it.

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Exploring Oklahoma with Children 2011 Digital Edition
2011
Exploring Oklahoma with Children 2010 Digital Edition
2010