Archives by: Marisa Palmieri Shugrue
Marisa Palmieri Shugrue
19 Posts
Marisa Palmieri Shugrue Posts
Some kids struggle with filling their downtime. Here’s a list of screen-free, after-school activities to suggest to your tweens and teens when boredom arises. ...
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The shoes. The socks. The sports bags. If you are a parent to tweens or teens, you probably know the stinky feet struggle. To fend off funky foot odor in your family, learn about what causes it in the first place and how to prevent it in the future. ...
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All parents understand that young children sometimes have big emotions. Whether it’s crying, yelling, foot stomping or something else, we’ve all been there, and we’ve all felt helpless at one time or another. Learn eight strategies to help your child in these moments. ...
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If the pandemic showed us one thing, it’s that furry friends help us feel better, both mentally and physically. That's something pet lovers have known for a long time, and why it’s no surprise that getting a pandemic puppy (or kitty) became so popular in 2020, after stay-at-home orders isolated people from their social networks.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year… to snuggle up the couch and watch a holiday classic! Here are a few of our favorites and where to find them
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It’s been a stressful year for many people, as uncertainty and social isolation cause anxiety and weigh heavily on families. Learn how to better understand resiliency — something for which military families receive training — and how to foster it in any family, for any situation. ...
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Want to celebrate the season while staying safe among COVID-19 concerns? Check out these great suggestions for socially-distanced Halloween fun, whether it's an at-home family event or safely involves friends and neighbors. ...
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Whether or not to trick or treat this year remains a question mark for many families, so we’ll all be looking for more ways to get into the Halloween spirit.
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If campfires aren’t your thing and you won’t be venturing out to your favorite fall festivals this year, there are still lots of ways to have fun at home. Here are some DIY ideas for giving an autumn twist to carnival games, crafts and other activities. ...
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With its crisp air and early sunsets, fall is the perfect time to build a backyard bonfire or enjoy one another’s company playing games or doing crafts. To get your family started, we share bonfire basics, campfire desserts, safety tips and more. ...
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