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America is full of family-friendly cities, but in choosing a place to raise kids, parents tend to seek out places with low crime rate and good educational opportunities. Based on these criteria, let's take a look at seven of top American cities for raising a family.
Kids need to stay active to keep healthy. Learn how you can help keep your family active.
Putting kids to bed can be a real nightmare for parents. If your child resists falling asleep, these strategies can help.
Smoking can damage young lungs after just a short time. Learn about the science behind smoking damage in teens and the five D's to help your son or daughter quit.
Plan ahead for emergencies like hurricanes, snowstorms and power failures by putting together an "emergency kit."
Take a minute to explore some of the ways you can get in a workout, spend time with your kids and be a positive and healthy role model.
From wedding bells to a having a baby on the way, good or bad, major life transitions carry daunting challenges along with them, especially for your finances.
The teen years can be a tough time for kids, and they need you just as much as they did as toddlers. Follow these dos and don'ts to communicate effectively with your teenager.
Technically, men can't go through menopause. But - like women - they can experience sexual and reproductive changes in midlife. Learn more about 'male menopause.'
When traveling, your child's age and weight should determine the type and position of the car seat that you use.
When parents get involved in education, their kids do better in school. Yet many parents don't realize how important it is to get involved in their children's learning.
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Produced for Alzheimer's Foundation of America - As research continues to mount about the benefits of early detection of memory problems, the AFA held its 7th annual National Memory Screening Day on November 17.
Produced for the American Red Cross - Country singer Sara Evans and the Red Cross want to help you and your family avoid seasonal and H1N1 flu viruses with these health tips.
Produced for Nestlé - This holiday season, why not try a potluck dinner? Best-selling author Pam Anderson is here to provide some ideas and recipes that will reduce the stress of hosting holiday parties.
Produced for Kleenex - Kleenex knows that when you're feeling sick, sometimes you just want your mother. To help, they have launched GetMommed.com to give virtual motherly support 24/7.
Produced for CIGNA - DocRock's catchy H1N1 Rap gives kids a memorable way to follow the steps provided by the CDC to avoid contracting the H1N1 flu.
Produced for Paralyzed Veterans of America - For over 60 years, Paralyzed Veterans of America has seen to it that our injured veterans get the medical, housing and auto benefits that they have earned.
Produced for Disney Consumer Products - A traveling exhibit, which recently completed a journey across the West, captures the history of Walt Disney's love of trains with historic Disney artifacts.
Produced for the National Pasta Association - There's a simple solution to help feed the family and pad the wallet: pasta. Not only is pasta one of the most affordable foods available, its versatile too.
Produced for Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury - The Real Warriors Campaign is designed to combat the barriers that often prevent service members, veterans and their families from obtaining treatment for depression, PTSD and traumatic brain injury.
Produced for Disney Consumer Products - Mickey paid a visit to K.C., Walt Disney's hometown, to celebrate the unveiling of a traveling art exhibit that pays homage to Walt's lifelong love of trains.
Once the wedding is over, here are some tips and advice for newlyweds who are starting their lives together.
