A Simple Summer Solution for More Fun

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Summer is just around the corner and kids will soon be out of school. Whether you’re working outside the home, volunteering, working at home, or just need a break now and then, College Nannies + Tutors can help. You never have to worry with College Nannies because they are well-trained and committed to helping kids [...]




iDTech Summer Camps Offer Incredible Opportunities for Kids

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Do you ever wish you had a place where your kids could really learn about computers and not just play on them? Not just the IM, email and music stuff – but real computer knowledge that helps them learn, grow and excel in school and in life. Then you are going to love iD Tech [...]




“Bully” – a Documentary Film Spotlighting a National Problem

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Richmond moms and dads, teachers and school officials:  Please take a moment and watch this movie trailer.  Really, it is a matter of life and death.  Your child’s health and future may depend on it. Sounds dramatic?  Consider this: Over 13 million American kids will be bullied this year, making it the most common form of [...]




Unbelievable Savings Right Here on Richmondmom.com

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Would you like to save $25 by opening a savings account for your child’s future education? How about getting free admission for one to the Science Museum of Virginia, or 1/2 price tickets to the theatre? Maybe you’d like to get 10% off new fashions for your home, or save $10 on a facial. We’ve [...]




Pregnancy and Allergies: how does what I eat affect my child?

A major concern for any pregnant mom is the health of her new baby, and what she can do to grow the healthiest baby possible. Food allergies are of particular concern, especially when surrounded by the dramatic rise in allergies in younger children as of late. And with research and guidelines constantly changing, what does [...]




Mosaic Mediation Eases the Pain of Divorce

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Divorce. It’s a word that no one wants to hear, but the reality is that many couples find themselves faced with the unthinkable. If you and your spouse are dealing with the difficult challenges of divorce, it’s important to know the alternatives available to help you deal with the associated issues. For years, the only [...]




Playing Outdoors in Winter Can Help Prevent Colds and Flu

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Did you know that cold weather is a great time for kids to play outdoors? Many parents and teachers believe that it’s important to keep children warm and inside, rather than heading with them outside to play in cold weather. This misconception is actually the opposite of what many pediatricians and childcare experts recommend. According [...]




CJSTUF Ball is a Family Affair

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After enduring incredible pain and grief at the loss of their young daughter, Rachel and Roger Reynolds established the CJ’s Thumbs Up Foundation (CJSTUF) in their daughter’s name as a mechanism to “pay it forward” and help others in need. Charlotte Jennie (CJ) passed away at home on January 7, 2010 at just 4 1/2 [...]




My Son Has a Peanut Allergy Too: And I’m Scared

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By: Theresa Marie Green, Guest Writer Theresa is a mother who knows all-too-well how serious food allergies can be. Her son is allergic to peanuts and although she takes every precaution possible to protect him, she also knows that danger lurks around the corner. She spent the night in shock after hearing about the recent [...]




Make Your Own 2012 Calendar

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If you are looking for something fun and free to do on Saturday, January 7, from 9:30–11:30 AM — come to the Library of Virginia and create your own 2012 calendar. They will show you a neat way to make calendar that is easy and fun. While your paint dries, explore American Letterpress: The Art [...]