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Thanks to the adventurous spirit of an Iowa barber, we have a jewel in northeastern Oklahoma that makes the perfect short-distance family fun trip, girls’ getaway or romantic rendezvous: Bartlesville! Karen Mitchell |
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It seems like every kid has one—an unusual food aversion, a distaste for a widely-loved dish or an gag-reflex reaction to otherwise innocuous entrée. In our office, we discovered some uncommon and downright amusing food dislikes in our own children (or in ourselves when we were young!) and we became curious about what food items your kids just flat-out refuse to eat. |
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The relaxed nature of the summer months makes it the perfect time for you to teach your child the all importance ‘skills of summer’: patience and perseverance. In fact, these traits will take them far in life and you can use summer activities to begin instilling them in your child, beginning as young as two or three years. Dr. Susan Bartell |
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Additional book reviews by Metrofamily Editor Mari Farthing. Mari Farthing |
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How to properly treat diaper rash is a question that virtually all parents will encounter at some point during their child’s infant and toddler years, and some babies are more prone to it than others. It’s important to be able to spot the different types of diaper rash and know when to call the doctor. Shannon Fields |
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Access to credit is not only a right, it also is a responsibility. Families can protect their rights and maintain their creditworthiness by exercising personal responsibility when establishing their credit history.
Sue Lynn Sasser |
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We love to see how our readers celebrate their children's birthdays! In June, we asked our readers to submit their favorite birthday party photos—and we loved seeing how local families party down! |
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Ready to shop on Tax-Free Weekend but wondering how exactly tax-free shopping works? Here are the rules and regs that a savvy shopper needs to know. |
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As thousands of Oklahoma school students gear up for the 2011-2012 school year, AAA reminds motorists to be careful in school zones – slow down and watch for children. AAA Oklahoma |
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Lauren and Will Harvey are just like any other kids—they attend school, have a group of friends and enjoy hobbies. But when it comes to many common things, such as eating three meals a day and even breathing, the Harveys are quite different. |
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From classrooms linked by video to online classes and curriculum, innovation is changing the way we learn. Today’s youth require education tools and technology that will maximize their potential in this modern economy. This event will offer a look at the importance of digital learning and how new technologies are forcing their way into the traditional education structure. Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs |
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Fox 25, The Children’s Center and Impressions Printing have teamed together to produce Firehouse Favorites: 100 Recipes to Heat Up Your Kitchen and Warm Your Heart, a special cookbook in support of The Children’s Center in Bethany. |
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Families with children who stutter must learn how to best modify their summer plans to promote more fluent speech. |
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The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is promoting World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, 2011, with the theme "Support Breastfeeding: It’s Worth It!" |
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The question is how to back-to-school shop without busting your budget. Here are 11 savings tips to help you through this early shopping season. Andrea Woroch |
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Access to credit is not only a right, it also is a responsibility. Families can protect their rights and maintain their creditworthiness by exercising personal responsibility when establishing their credit history.
Sue Lynn Sasser |
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The Oklahoma State Department of Health offers the following safety tips to keep Oklahoma children safe in cars during extreme heat. Oklahoma State Department of Health |
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Even the shortest line can seem never ending when you have a cranky kid. Especially if they are too big to sit in the cart! Here are some tricks to keep tantrums and candy grabbing at a minimum. Janine Boldrin |
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In July, the Salvation Army asks for your help to raise funds for bikes for children in need this Christmas. Salvation Army—OKC Metro Area Command |
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The popular, kid-friendly museum encourages donations to The Children's Hospital and offers an admission discount for those who donate! |
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The Oklahoma State Department of Health urges parents to avoid the last-minute scramble and long lines and get their children’s birth certificates now, rather than late July and early August, which are typically the busiest months to obtain birth records as parents prepare to get their children back to school. Oklahoma State Department of Health |
