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October 2012
Sports for Life
Foster a lifelong love of physical activity in your teen.
Help Reduce Teen Stress Before it Grows
What causes teen stress? What are the warning signs that your teen is under too much strain? How can you
Homemade Green Cleaner Reviews
Find out which homemade, natural cleaners pass the test for ease, effectiveness, and savings.
Prepping for Frankenstorm
Be smart about the storm!
Crafty DIY Halloween Decorations
Make a glittering Halloween tree, egg carton bats, and candy wreaths for some homemade holiday flair.
Spooky Stories for Young Readers
Don't be afraid; these Halloween reads include great messages of tolerance and bravery.
Oh My Gourd!
If you're like humor writer and mom Jane, you've dealt with stringy pumpkin gunk and come out laughing on the
How to Keep Your Teen Involved in the Arts
Keep creative teens from losing their artistic flair.
Let Your Kids Hit! (Pillows.)
The author of "It's OK Not to Share" offers a bold new set of parenting rules.
Helping Children Cope With the Death of a Pet
Dealing with the loss of a pet can be very difficult for a child or young adult. As a parent,
Chess, Anyone?
Follow the chess team at a below-the-poverty-line, inner-city junior high school that has won more national championships than any other
Accessorize Your Nursery With Furniture You and Baby Will Adore
Indulge your need to nest in a nursery that blends comfort, color, and classic design.
Standardized Test Prep Tools for Teens
Your college-bound teen will most likely have to take a barrage of standardized tests as part of the admissions process.
Gifted Students Need Special Attention, Too
It’s a myth that since gifted children are bright, they can succeed on their own. To reach their full potential,
What You Need to Know About Caesarean Sections
Here's what you should know about NJ's c-section rates, if and when you should have one, and the potential risks
The Benefits of Boarding School
If your family is considering boarding school as an option, look beyond the fiction and learn about the real-life benefits.
Jazz up your Halloween Jack-o-lantern
Looking for something creative and unique to make with that pumpkin? Here are six clever ways to create an amazing
Ensure the Safety of Teen Drivers
Here's what you should know to keep your teen driver safe on the road.
Halloween Inspiration
Get the recipe for yummy Halloween marshmallow pops, enter a duct tape jack-o-lantern contest, and learn how to sneak in
NYC Family Fun in October
This October, NYC abounds with activities your family will love. From the Village Halloween Parade to Ripley’s Boo-lieve It or
Are Your Kids Getting Enough Zinc?
Zinc is linked to kids’ growth. In NJ, kids may have low zinc levels. Do your kids need a zinc
Fall Family Photos
With the fall foliage season reaching its peak, now is a great time to take a fun family photo. Here
Halloween Happenings for Kids and Families in New Jersey
Spooky stories, devilish disguises, and hair-raising haunts can be found at these frightfully delightful ghostly gatherings.