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Multi-ethnic family members work together in grandmother's home kitchen to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. Hispanic, African and Caucasian ethnicities. Roasted turkey, vegetable food items. Oven in background.

Multi-ethnic family members work together in grandmother's home kitchen to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. Hispanic, African and Caucasian ethnicities. Roasted turkey, vegetable food items. Oven in background.

Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Ideas

Enjoying food-centered holidays can be a real challenge for people with diabetes but there are ways to make these traditional gatherings more diabetes-friendly.

Ideas to Keep the Family Connected this Holiday Season

New normal online Christmas celebration. Cute sibling using laptop and festive fun props to celebrate Christmas with father via video chat, happy holidays, outdoor

New normal online Christmas celebration. Cute sibling using laptop and festive fun props to celebrate Christmas with father via video chat, happy holidays, outdoor

From virtual chats decked out in your holiday best, to recipe swaps of your family’s favorites, there are ways to celebrate together while apart this season.

Man buckling up his daughter in the car

Man buckling up his daughter in the car

Child Safety and Protection Month

November is Child Safety and Protection Month. It was created to raise awareness about the potential dangers that children face each and every day.

How to Work STEM/STEAM Lessons in at Home Using Household Items

Mixed race young Asian children building tower with spaghetti and marshmallow learning remotely at home, STEM science, homeschooling education, Social distancing, isolation concept

Mixed race young Asian children building tower with spaghetti and marshmallow learning remotely at home, STEM science, homeschooling education, Social distancing, isolation concept

You can encourage your children to do STEM/STEAM projects with things already in your kitchen, pantry and bathroom cupboards. 

Banana slices covered with chocolate and nuts

Banana slices covered with chocolate and nuts

5 Healthy Desserts Your Kids Will Actually Love

A sweet or savory treat can be healthy with the right recipe. Check out a few of our favorite lighter-but-still-delicious treats.

The Importance of Kids Keeping Up with Friends During the Pandemic

New elbow greeting COVID-19 alternative handshakes

New elbow greeting COVID-19 alternative handshakes

Connections to friends are important for children’s development and mental health.

Girls loving this kind of exercises

Girls loving this kind of exercises

Alternative Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Home

Health officials recommend we don’t trick-or-treat in the traditional way, but there are some safer alternatives.

Healthy Halloween Snacks to Make with Your Kids

Halloween fruit snacks

Halloween fruit snacks

Make these fun Halloween-themed snacks for your kids and take their focus off the candy.

Pumpkins on the grass with face protective mask during Covid-19 pandemic

Pumpkins on the grass with face protective mask during Covid-19 pandemic

Making Halloween Special, Spooky – and Safe!

While Halloween can still hold plenty of spooky fun for all, a few safety modifications will ensure everyone stays healthy and safe.

Managing COVID-19 Disappointments for Kids 

Father and son sitting on a couch

Father and son sitting on a couch

Many children may be feeling disappointed with their current experience. There are ways to help guide children through their emotions.