Family Life
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Our Favorite Bath Toys (That Won’t Mold or Mildew)
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How to choose bath toys that stay dry (mold and mildew free), plus top picks, here. In my younger parenting days, I picked bath toys based on what I thought would keep my kids happiest (i.e. busiest) in the bath. Things that squeezed, floated, sank, whatever was most colorful and ‘fun.’ Then the toys didn’t
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The Sister I Didn’t Know I Had
If you grew up without a sister, you can still fill the gap. The letter came addressed to me as “Fave Sister.” This may not sound like a big deal, but to me it was. I don’t have a sister. I always wanted a sister. Being the big sister to my younger brother in our
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Daughter Going to Seminary? The First Thing You Need to Know
Before you start the shopping, this is really what you need to know to be prepared for sending your daughter to seminary. To my fellow mothers, This letter is written especially for the mothers of 12th graders preparing to send your daughters off to the wild west of Seminary Dorms. This letter of warning is
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Our Favorite Outdoor Toys for Summer
When the weather is right, we just want the kids to be busy outdoors. Use this list to stock up on a summer full of fun! Once the weather is warm, there is nothing as healthy, wholesome, and enjoyable as outdoor fun. And our favorite outdoor toys help make it happen! There are some toys
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Chol Hamoed Expectations
You can change the way your children enjoy Chol Hamoed with this one simple tip–and it doesn’t cost a thing. One of the best parenting hacks for a smoother Yom Tov, especially Chol HaMoed, is preparation. When we prepare ourselves and our kids, things are far more likely to run smoothly. That said—let’s be real—it’s
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Climate Control When Dealing with Moody People
If you find yourself in the presence of negativity or difficult people, change your mood in these four quick steps. You look out your window, waiting for spring — when the snow melts into a small pond in your yard. At least indoors, you’re in control. Thankfully, thermostats make it simple to keep things steady.
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Between the Questions: A Story of Infertility and Hope
How does it really feel when you don’t have a child to recite Ma Nishtanah? Editor’s Note: A Time shared this post written by two women who prefer to maintain their privacy. It is based on true experiences. You may also be interested in this post shared by A Time on Hosting with Heart: Navigating
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When It’s Not Perfect — But It’s Worth It
If you’re packing up–or inviting guests–for Yom Tov, it’s not always easy. Being emotionally prepared to be spending lots of time with family will make your Yom Tov all the more rewarding. Ten years ago, I wrote about the logistics of moving into your parents’ or in-laws’ home for Yom Tov. Now, after schmoozing it
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Grandmas: What to Stock in Your Home for the New Baby
Are your married children arriving soon, with their babies in tow? Make the house baby ready with this list. It could be that it’s been a while since there was a baby in your home. And now your young marrieds (or even your old marrieds) are coming for Pesach, along with their babies. Babies need
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Pesach Prep Without Resentment
How do you lead your family like a team, and ask for help without feeling like you’re nagging? Pesach has a way of turning even the most capable mother into a one-woman production company. You are cleaning, organizing, cooking, planning, shopping, switching over, and somehow still trying to keep the house emotionally steady. And while
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