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Mom to Mom: What to Expect from an Endometrial BiopsyWhat can a mom expect before, during, and after an endometrial biopsy? -
A Mom's Switch from Secret Solid Deodorant to Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant for Sensitive SkinAs a mom, I'm always busy. Busy makes me sweat. Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant actually works better than the regular Secret Solid Deodorant.
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Helping Your Child Get Good Grades Without Pushing Too HardA three-way balance between expecting good grade, praising your child's best work, and then starting all over again.
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Oh My Gosh, Where Did My Child Get that Mouth?What to do when your kids use cuss words or talk back to you. Find the root of the problem and correct it.
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Suddenly a Single Parent: When a Spouse Works Out of TownBusiness and technology changes have made it easier for workers to telecommute. These changes have also made it easier for employees to work for companies outside their geographic areas which can make a single parent household the norm for many families.
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A Not-So-Perfect Halloween Haiku for My BoysShort Halloween haiku with a little commentary. -
Prepare emergency 'go bags' for the entire familyThe most important thing about emergency preparedness is being, well, prepared. Setting up emergency bags now will save you from having to think in an emergency.
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The Devastation of 9/11 Changed One Family's Life in the Most Basic WaySept. 11, 2001, changed America and the world.
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Help! My child hates to readIn just a few short months I turned my son from an 'I hate reading' kid into an 'I like to read' kid. -
How to Get Your Kids to Do Summer SchoolworkKids need to stay focused on schoolwork year round. This summer schedule allows us to enjoy summer while the kids still maintain what they have learned. -
Five Pitfalls of Teaching Your Child to Save MoneyI never thought teaching kids to save money would be so challenging. Here are the solutions to the problems with kids' saving accounts. -
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Released (Trailer Links)The Harry Potter finale is just hours away.
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Adoption Opinion: Reasons Not to Search for Your BirthmotherI was born during a time when closed adoptions were normal and I'm very happy it was. These are the reasons I will never search for my birthmother. -
What to Do If Your Cell Phone Gets WetFive steps to salvage a waterlogged cell phone. Plus, two things to not do if your cell phone goes swimming. -
Teach Your Child How to Use CrutchesA child on crutches is very scary but you can ease his transition, and your fear, by following these guidelines. -
How to Play Frantic Fish at GamesvilleThe new Frantic Fish game at Gamesville is fast-paced, fun, and a great way to earn Gamesville Coins.
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Can You Really Win Money at Gamesville.Com?Gamesville is a fun website with the added benefit of actually winning some money.
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Create a summer of memories with your kidsTime seems to be the biggest component when it comes to making family memories and it's the one thing we always seem short on. We try to carve out a little bit of time every week in order to make lasting, summer memories. -
Five family activities for a fun-filled summerWith these five activities you'll never hear the words "I'm bored" come out of your kids' mouths again. -
How to teach your kids to play fairOne of the biggest challenges for parents is to teach their children how to play fair. Teach your kids how to play fair now and those lessons will follow them into adulthood. -
Turn Weekly Traditions into Life Lessons for Your KidsLife lessons don't have to be mundane rules if you can sneak them in as traditions during the week. If the kids have fun then they may continue your weekly traditions when they have families of their own.
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Warning: Sold Student Loans May Cost You More MoneyMy student loan was recently sold to Sallie Mae but I didn't receive a payment amount or a payment due date.
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Four Ways to Keep Your Sick Toddler HydratedWhen your toddler is sick it is very important to make sure she doesn't get dehydrated. Here are four techniques to get your sick toddler to drink.Also published on:
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Forget High Efficiency Washers, I Want a Washer that Actually Gets My Clothes Clean!I spent a week researching the best washing machine and decided that old-fashioned, conventional washers do a much better job than any new high efficiency washers.
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The Plague of Over-VolunteeringVolunteers want to help and their logic behind it is more than they just can't say 'no'. So why do some of us volunteer when others sit there and watch?Also published on:
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A Scrub Nurse's Poem: I Know What It's LikeNurses can take a beating and sometimes you just have to put your work into poetry.
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Five Steps to Keeping Your New Year's ResolutionThe only way to keep your New Year's Resolution is to break it down into manageable chunks.
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2010's Most Popular Toys for Boys Ages 6-8I was in charge of keeping 80 Cub Scouts in an orderly line while they waited for their turn with the Jolly Old Elf. To pass the time I asked each boy what they were going to ask Santa for and here are the most popular boys' Christmas present requests.
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December Snow Storm Hits Northeast OhioA lake effect snow storm has hit parts of northeast Ohio.
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Why Are Adults so Excited About Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?Adults have been waiting for the final chapter of Harry Potter's journey, and I'm one of them.
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Christmas Decorating Advice: Put Your House on Autopilot when Decorating and Cleaning for the HolidaysA little preparation when decorating for Christmas will go a long way when it comes to cleaning and entertaining. Here are four holiday stress-relieving decorating tips.Also published on:
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Clean Your House in 10 Minutes, the Cheater's WayI cheat when it comes to cleaning and I'm pressed for time. Here are some quick tips to help you clean your kitchen, bathroom, and living room in less than 10 minutes.Also published on:
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Parenting Advice About Parenting AdviceAs parents, we get way too much advice from everyone but there is a simple process to sort through which advice to take and which advice to avoid.Also published on:
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Keep from Getting the Tag-Team Parenting BluesBeing a tag-team parent can be stressful and depressing. Keep your sanity and maintain a healthy, happy family by keeping your lifestyle in perspective.Also published on:
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Homemade Christmas Decorations for Under $10Instructions on how to make a lighted pinecone centerpiece, ceramic ornament garland, and personalized Christmas wreath. Each project costs just $10.
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How to Keep Your Christmas Spending Under ControlHere are five steps to help you keep your holiday spending in line and give you the willpower to stick to your plan.
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Free Outdoor Holiday Activities for FamiliesGet the kids, and yourself, out of the house this holiday season by finding free activities in your community.
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Ohio Governor's Race is Too Close to CallI conducted my own Governor's race poll and compared with the recent University of Cincinnati poll.
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A Realistic Look at Tag-Team ParentingWhat does it take to be a tag-team parent? This is a look at a weekly schedule, family time, and the psychological aspects of a tag-team family.
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5 Conversation Killing ClichesCliches are out of date, overused conversation fillers. So in order to keep your friends and coworkers from rolling their eyes at you, please don't demonstrate your ignorance and lack of creativity by resurrecting these expressions.
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How to Make More Room in Your Closet by Changing the Way You Clean Your HouseA simple request to keep towels in the bathroom turns into an effective way to clean the house.
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Suburban Mom Tries to Get Her Goth BackMy Goth flashback may be because it's getting close to Halloween.
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Free Harry Potter Pumpkin Stencil: Dementor and PatronusThis free Harry Potter pumpkin template features Harry's patronus, a stag, fighting off a dementor.
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Ohio Mudslinging Over UnemploymentGovernor Ted Strickland and former Congressman John Kasich are battling in Ohio's governor race. Unemployment is the key issue and only one candidate has a viable plan.
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The Rules According to GibbsNCIS is starting its eighth season on Sept. 21st. Gibbs has been diligently teaching his team his fifty rules, and he even added one at the end of the last season. Here is a list of the Gibbs' 51 rules that have been revealed on the show.
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Buying School Supply Kits Are Convenient but Not Cost EffectiveI've bought school supply kits in the past but have avoided them for the past two years. Here's a price comparison and convenience analysis of purchasing school supply kits vs. buying school supplies on your own.
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Gisele Bundchen and Her Worldwide Breasfeeding LawGisele Bundchen, Brazilian supermodel, wife of Tom Brady, and mother to a seven month old son announced that there should be a mandatory worldwide law that mothers should have to breastfeed their babies for at least six months.
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A Tourist's Perspective of Shedd Aquarium in ChicagoA first time tourists look at Shedd's Aquarium in Chicago.
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The License Plate Game and 874 MilesThe license plate game played through Ohio, Indiana and Illinois.
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Is it Writer's Burnout or Am I Just Having Too Much Fun?After not writing for three weeks I finally looked at the reasons why my keyboard has been silent.
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Pool Party EssentialsHaving a pool party requires more planning than just food and drinks. If you want to host a pool party then you need to plan for the things that your guests either don't have or forget to bring.
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Are the Harry Potter Movies Too Dark for Children?Some Harry Potter movies are darker than others. Here is a breakdown of the scarier scenes and whether or not they are suitable for children.
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Canadian Earthquake Felt in OhioClevelanders report feeling an earthquake.
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High Wind Damage in Northern OhioOne tent bit the dust as strong winds and storms hit Ohio on Sunday.
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'Lost' and '24' Series Finales: Can We Get a Happy Ending?Lost and 24 ended this week and neither show gave their fans a happy ending.
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Lee DeWyze Will Win American IdolLee DeWyze will win American Idol season 9. Do not underestimate Crystal Bowersox, but Lee has the qualities, vocals and the American Idol look.
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Crystal Bowersox Sings "I'm Alright" on American IdolCrystal Bowersox sang "I'm Alright" by Kenny Loggins for American Idol's "Songs from the Movies Night". Jamie Foxx was this week's American Idol mentor.
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Michael Lynche Sings "Will You Be There" on American IdolMichael Lynche sang "Will You be There" by Michael Jackson for American Idol's "Songs from the Movies Night". Jamie Foxx was this week's American Idol mentor.
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Lee DeWyze Sings "Kiss from a Rose" on American IdolLee DeWyze sang "Kiss from a Rose" by Seal for American Idol's "Songs from the Movies Night". Jamie Foxx was this week's American Idol mentor.
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Jamie Foxx to Mentor American Idol for "Songs from the Movies" Theme on May 11, 2010Jamie Foxx is American Idol's mentor for the May 11th, 2010 show. The theme is "Songs from the Movies."
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How to Quit Smoking for a DayThere are fewer and fewer places where smokers can smoke. Here is how to make it through the day when you cannot have a cigarette.
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Study Shows that Cleveland is Not the Worst in EverythingCleveland may have been voted the most miserable city in the U.S., and their baseball team may be the most hated, but Cleveland is not the fattest city.
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Crystal Bowersox Sings "Summer Wind" on American IdolCrystal Bowersox is the last girl standing on American Idol as she sang "Summer Wind." This week's theme is the music of Frank Sinatra.
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Homemade Remedies for Settling an Upset StomachThese natural ways to settle an upset stomach are safe to use for kids, pregnant women and everyone in between.
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Is it Better to Publish Through the News Template or as Display Only?Submitting through the news template may take hours to get published. Display only allows you to publish immediately. Which way will give you more page views?
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Crystal Bowersox Sings "People Get Ready" by the ImpressionsOn American Idol's theme for the April 20th, 2010 show was "Songs of Inspiration". Crystal Bowersox chose to sing "People Get Ready" by The Impressions.
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Siobhan Magnus Sings "When You Believe" by Mariah Carey & Whitney HoustonOn American Idol's theme for the April 20th, 2010 show was "Songs of Inspiration". Siobhan Magnus chose to sing "When You Believe" by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston.
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Tim Urban Sings "Better Days" by the Goo Goo DollsOn American Idol's theme for the April 20th, 2010 show was "Songs of Inspiration". Tim Urban chose to sing "Better Days" by the Goo Goo Dolls.
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Lee DeWyze Sings "The Boxer" by Simon and GarfunkelOn American Idol's theme for the April 20th, 2010 show was "Songs of Inspiration". Lee DeWyze chose to sing "The Boxer" by Simon and Garfunkel.
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The Best and Worst of Elvis Night on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol and contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs. There were some strong performers, but two contestants will be going home.
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Casey James Sings "Lawdy Miss Clawdy" on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Casey James picked "Lawdy Miss Clawdy."
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Michael Lynche Sings an Emotional "In the Ghetto" on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Michael Lynche picked "In the Ghetto."
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Aaron Kelly Doesn't Do "Blue Suede Shoes" Any Favors on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Aaron Kelly picked "Blue Suede Shoes."
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Lee DeWyze Rocks with "A Little Less Conversation" on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Lee DeWyze picked "A Little Less Conversation."
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Andrew Garcia Decimates "Hound Dog" on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Andrew Garcia picked "Hound Dog."
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Crystal Bowersox Sings a Bluesy "Saved" on American IdolIt was Elvis night on American Idol. Contestants got to pick a song from more than 800 Elvis songs, and Crystal Bowersox picked "Saved."
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Elvis Presley Performs "Jailhouse Rock" on American IdolWarning: This is a parody. Elvis did NOT perform on American Idol. It was Elvis night on American Idol so of course the genre fell right in line with Idol contestant Elvis Presley.
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Forgive MeAsking forgiveness from my subscribers
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American Idol Adam Lambert's to Mentor Idol Contestants for Elvis Week for April 13, 2010The American Idol theme for April 13th will be songs by Elvis. Adam Lambert will mentor the American Idol contestants.
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Michael Lynche Sings "Eleanor Rigby" on American IdolMichael Lynche performed "Eleanor Rigby" on the April 6th American Idol show.
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Crystal Bowersox Sings "Come Together" on American IdolCrystal Bowersox performed "Come Together" on the April 6th American Idol show.
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Tim Urban Sings "All My Loving" on American IdolTim Urban performed "All My Loving" on the April 6th American Idol show.
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Siobhan Magnus Sings "Across the Universe" on American IdolSiobhan Magnus performed "Across the Universe" on the April 6th American Idol show.
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The American Idol Girls Are the StarsOnly three female American Idol contestants remain. But the three girls are powerful performers. Boys beware!
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Kitchen Items that Should Not Be Washed in a DishwasherMany kitchen items are dishwasher safe but there are just as many that should not be put in the dishwasher.
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Family Weekend Getaways in Sandusky, OhioWhether you live in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, or even Illinois, Sandusky, Ohio is a great place for a quick weekend or three day getaway.
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FlashForward Inconsistencies and Plot ProblemsFlashForward's storyline has more holes in it than a slice of swiss cheese.
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How to Wake Up on Time Every MorningDo you hit snooze when your alarm clock goes off and then roll over and go back to sleep? These three tips will guarantee that you will never get up late again.
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"Who Are You as an Artist?""Your problem is you don't know who you are as an artist." I have heard Simon Cowell repeat this statement to the contestants on American Idol more times than I can count. Everyone should ask themselves, "Who am I as an artist?"
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Email Etiquette for Small Business OwnersAs a small business owner you need to follow these email rules to keep your customers happy.
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Postal Service Proposes to Deliver Mail Only Five Days Per WeekProposed cuts to mail service and increasing the price of stamps are the main focus of the United States Postal Service's new action plan.
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Solve a Rubik's Cube in Four Easy StepsStep-by-step instructions on how to solve a Rubik's Cube.
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Plan a Kindergarten RetreatA kindergarten retreat needs to focus on quiet time but should also include fun activities to help children remember the reason for prayer.
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Letting Go of the Fear of CriticismThe fear of embarrassment is stronger than actually being embarrassed. As a writer, my fear comes from the potential criticism of my fiction writing.
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St. Patrick's Day ParadeA true St. Patrick's day story told as a limerick.
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Can I Afford to Be a Stay at Home Mom?Are you considering being a stay at mom? Answer these questions to help you determine if you can afford to stay at home.
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Ice Hockey Schedule for the 2010 Winter OlympicsIce Hockey begins on the second day of the 2010 Winter Olympics and games continue through to the closing ceremonies. This is the most comprehensive Olympic Ice Hockey Schedule including both men and women's hockey games.
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Kmart, Sears Shop Your Way Rewards Card Offers More Than Just DiscountsKmart has a new rewards card that is better than any other retail store's reward card because you get cash back on your purchases.
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Bobsled Schedule for the 2010 Winter OlympicsThe Bobsled events do not begin until the ninth day of the Winter Olympics. This Bobsled schedule includes the times that the competition is scheduled for and the times that NBC has scheduled to televise these events.
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Figure Skating Schedule for the 2010 Winter OlympicsThe Figure Skating events do not begin until the third day of the 2010 Winter Olympics. This Figure Skating schedule includes the times that the competition is scheduled for and the times that NBC has scheduled to televise these events.
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Biathlon Schedule for the 2010 Winter OlympicsBiathlon events begin on the second day of the 2010 Winter Olympics. This Biathlon schedule includes the times that the competition is scheduled for and the times that NBC has scheduled to televise these events.
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Alpine Skiing Event Schedule for the 2010 Winter OlympicsAlpine Skiing events begin on the second day of the 2010 Winter Olympics. This Alpine Skiing schedule includes the times that the competition is scheduled for and the times that NBC has scheduled to cover these events.
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Kim's Five Life RulesKim's five life rules can replace any and all New Year's Resolutions.
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A Busy Mom's Christmas PoemA short poem to ease Mom's stress.
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Adjusting to Working from HomeIt can be very stressful when suddenly your spouse is working from home. Too much togetherness can cause arguments between you. As long as you can separate your office life from your home life you will able to make this adjustment easily.
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Why Are Mall Santas Suddenly Afraid of Kids?This year the mall Santas are scared. They are afraid of runny noses, coughs and sneezes.
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Johnny Depp is People Magazine's 2009 "Sexiest Man Alive"Johnny Depp has been named People Magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive" for 2009.
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Online Grocery Ordering from a Local Grocery StoreLocal grocery stores are competing with the online grocers by offering their own online grocery ordering service.
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Can I Spread H1N1 Even Though I've Had the Vaccine?Can a person get the swine flu from another person who is exposed but doesn't have symptoms yet? Can a person who has had the vaccine become infected with H1N1, never get the virus, but still pass it on to someone who has not had the vaccine?
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How to Donate like a Celebrity: The Three T'sCelebrities love to donate to their favorite charities. We may not be able to donate as much money as celebrities, but donating comes from the heart in small amounts to help as many people as we can help.
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Pregnancy Weeks 41 & 42: Oh No, You're OverdueYou didn't think that you would still be pregnant past your due date. Now that you are at your pregnancy week forty-one or even forty-two you feel like you will be pregnant forever but you won't.
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Five Christmas Gifts for New Parents for Under $25Here are five inexpensive Christmas gift ideas for new parents ranging in cost from $0-$25.
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Oprah Winfrey to Interview Sarah Palin on November 16thSarah Palin will be on Oprah on November 16th to promote her new book "Going Rogue: An American Life".
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Lottery Hoax Incites Riot at Burlington Coat FactoryA woman walks into Burlington Coat Factory and offers to pay for everyone's purchases because she won the lottery. Customers called family to come and share wealth. Would you have gone for free merchandise?
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Twas the Night Before a Seven Year Olds BirthdayAnother really bad poem.
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Ford Recalls 4.5 Million Vehicles Due to Faulty Cruise Control SwitchFord adds 4.5 million vehicles to its faulty cruise control switch recall. Here is the latest list of recalled cars.
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Clout 9 ObsessionTrying to reach clout 9.
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Kennedy Space Center Tour-The Space ShuttlePhotos of the public tour of Kennedy Space Center.
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Kennedy Space Center-The Apollo MissionsPhotos of the public tour at Kennedy Space Center.
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Lego Disaster SolutionsDo you have a gazillion Legos everywhere? Put your Lego sets back together with these tips.
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Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade at Disney WorldCelebrate a Dream Come True Parade at Disney World in Orlando, Florida
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Medieval Times in Kissimmee, FloridaPhotos from the Medieval Times Show in Kissimmee, Florida
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I Hate LegosThe Lego abyss.
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Mystery Google: Helps You Find What You're Not Searching ForDoes Mystery Google have any real applications or is it just another website to waste time?
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You've Got MailA poem about why you should never ignore emails.
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Who Do You Consider Rich?What do you consider rich? Is it a specific number? Is it a lifestyle?
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Pregnancy Week 40: Your Due Date Arrives and Non-Stress TestPregnancy week forty marks your baby's due date and all that you are waiting for is the first sign of labor. Your doctor may have you take a non-stress test during your fortieth week of pregnancy.
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Five Big U.S. Companies Post Over 4,000 Jobs This WeekAvon, UPS, AT&T, Pizza Hut, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney have over 4,000 jobs posted.
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Where to Get Free H1N1 Vaccine in Northeast OhioThe Cleveland Clinic is offering free H1N1 flu shots to everyone, regardless of insurance issues, when the vaccine becomes available.
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Choosing the Right Martial Arts Program for Your ChildYou need to consider more than price, location, and class times when choosing a martial arts program for your child. You need to consider the philosophy and talk to the masters before enrolling.
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Cinderella's Castle at Disney WorldPictures of Cinderella's Castle at night at Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
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Pregnancy Week 39: The First Signs of Labor and LighteningAll you can do during pregnancy week thirty-nine is wait for the first signs of labor. Your baby will start to descend into your pelvis by your thirty-ninth week of pregnancy.
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How Children Can Benefit from TaekwondoChildren can benefit socially, physically, and emotionally from taking taekwondo classes. This martial arts discipline is designed to focus on respect, discipline, and coordination.
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Pregnancy Week 38: Breastfeed or Bottle FeedBy your thirty-eight week of pregnancy you probably have a good idea on how you are going to feed your newborn. Here is a list of pros and cons for both breastfeeding and bottle feeding your baby.
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Pregnancy Week 37: Cervical Dilatation and Effacement, and Pack Your Hospital BagYour cervix is getting ready for labor by your thirty-seventh week of pregnancy. You cervix may have already begun the dilatation and effacement which allows your baby to be born.
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"Modern Family" Pilot Advanced Screening and ReviewABC's new comedy "Modern Family" premiers September 23rd. Watch the pilot episode now.
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Pregnancy Week 36: Group B Strep (GBS) Test and Baby's Soft SkullYou are thirty-six weeks pregnant and counting down the last month to the arrival of your baby. Your baby's bones are hardening and you will be getting a test for Group B Strep around your thirty-sixth week of pregnancy.
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Overcoming MRI ClaustrophobiaYou can use any one of four techniques to help ease your fear and claustrophobia of an MRI machine.
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Update-Changing to a Pen NameI'm going to be changing my name to a pen name.
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Free Harry Potter Pumpkin Template: Hogwarts CastleYou can use this sketch of Hogwarts Castle to carve your pumpkin for Halloween or you can check out some other Harry Potter templates. I've included step by step instructions.
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Pregnancy Week 35: Finding a Pediatrician and Your Baby is DreamingYour mind will not slow down by your thirty-fifth week of pregnancy. If you haven't found a pediatrician by your thirty-fifth week of pregnancy, now is the time to start looking.
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How to Create a Scary Halloween HouseUse these three tips to transform your house into the scariest house on the block this Halloween.
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Pregnancy Week 34: Nesting and Baby's DevelopmentBy the thirty-fourth week of pregnancy mom may be experiencing a pregnancy phenomena called nesting.
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RCA 7" Dual Screen Mobile DVD System Product ReviewIf you are thinking about purchasing a portable DVD player for your car consider the RCA Dual Screen Mobile DVD System.
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Barack Obama is a Chia Pet Called the Chia ObamaThe makers of the Chia Pet have come up with a new tribute to the president. The Chia Obama is causing some controversy.
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Pregnancy Week 33: How Dad Can Help Mom and Baby's Immune SystemYour baby is only gaining about ½ a pound per week but mom is gaining a full pound by pregnancy week thirty-three, and your belly is proving it.
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Pregnancy Week 32: Braxton Hicks Contractions and Kick CountsIs it true labor or Braxton Hicks contractions? Here's what Braxton Hicks contractions feel like.
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The Five Stages of Failing as a WriterMy acceptance of failing as a writer.
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Pregnancy Week 31: Mom's Heartburn, Baby's Brain Development, and Skin and Hair PigmentationYour baby's brain development kicks into high gear during the thirty-first week of pregnancy. Mom may be experiencing heartburn. Here's how to help relieve heartburn during pregnancy.
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Pregnancy Week 30: Childbirth Classes and Shortness of BreathDuring pregnancy week thirty, you may start to notice that you are short of breath during your normal activities. Your baby is closer to being fully prepared to be born.
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Cheap Maternity Clothes: Both Professional and Casual Maternity ClothesThis is a guide to finding cheap maternity clothes. You can find professional or casual maternity clothes that fits any budget.
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Anti-Frizz Solution for Dry and Oily Combination HairMy hair is naturally frizzy and is oily at the roots and dry on the ends. Here's the anti-frizz solution for combination hair.
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Pregnancy Week 29: Sciatica and Baby's Individual Weight GainDuring your twenty-ninth week of pregnancy you may start to have pain in your lower back, buttocks and legs. This pain may be sciatica. Your baby's growth is going to vary more starting in pregnancy week 29.
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Pregnancy Week 28: Third Trimester, Colostrum Production, and Baby's DevelopmentYou are officially in your third trimester by pregnancy week twenty-eight. This means that you will experience a return of your first trimester symptoms including fatigue and breast tenderness.
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Returning Home from Your Vacation: 3 Tips for a Stress Free HomecomingDoing three simple things will make coming home from your vacation enjoyable and relaxing.
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Pregnancy Week 27: Insomnia and a New Way to Measure BabyYou may be experiencing pregnancy insomnia by you twenty-seventh week of pregnancy. Here's a look at why and how to solve your insomnia. Your baby's measurements are taken differently starting in your twenty-seventh week of pregnancy.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 and 2 Release DatesHarry Potter fans were disappointed when Warner Bros. Studios pushed back the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie. How does this impact Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movies?
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Pregnancy Week 26: Edema, Preeclampsia, and SurfactantBaby starts producing surfactant during the twenty-sixth week of pregnancy. This is vital to breathing. Seventy-five percent of pregnant women develop edema or water weight gain. How do you know if it's preeclampsia?
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Pregnant and on Bed Rest, Now What?You're pregnant and your doctor just got done telling you that you need to be on bed rest. Here are ideas about how to pass the time while on bed rest.
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Pregnancy Week 25: Anemia, Wide Feet, and Baby's Lungs DevelopAround your twenty-fifth week of pregnancy you will be checked for anemia. Also during pregnancy week 25 mom may notice her feet are getting longer and wider. Your baby is developing alveoli so that his lungs can breath air.
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Big Wheel Product Reviews: Radio Flyer and Big WheelWhich 16 inch big wheel is better: The Original Big Wheel or The Radio Flyer Big Flyer? I purchased both big wheel trikes and one is superior in construction, durability, and assembly.
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Pregnancy Week 24: Gestational Diabetes, Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT), and Baby's Reaction to StimuliYour doctor will order a glucose tolerance test to check your insulin levels and determine if you are at risk for gestational diabetes around your twenty-fourth week of pregnancy. Your baby is responding more to outside stimuli during pregnancy week 24.
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Pregnancy Week 23: Chloasma, Hyperpigmentation, and Baby's Weight GainHyperpigmentation may start to plague mom around the twenty-third week of pregnancy. This causes chloasma or the pregnancy mask and linea nigra, that dark line down the middle of the belly.
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Pregnancy Week 22: Leg Cramps, Nightmares, and Baby's DevelopmentLeg cramps and nightmares may keep mom awake at night during her twenty-second week of pregnancy. Your baby weighs just over one pound by pregnancy week 22.
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Pregnancy Week 21: Stretch Marks, Kegel Exercises, and Amniotic FluidYou may start to notice the appearance of stretch marks around the twenty-first week of pregnancy. This is also a good time to start Kegel exercises. During pregnancy week 21 your baby practices swallowing and his taste buds are forming.
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Pregnancy Week 20: Ultrasound, Uterus Size, and Baby's HiccupsDuring the twentieth week of pregnancy you will be scheduled for an ultrasound and you have to decide if you want to know the gender of your baby before he or she is born.
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Pregnancy Week 19: Mom's Hair, Fingernails, and Balance. Baby's Brown Fat and VernixMom's center of gravity may be off by the nineteenth week of pregnancy but her hair and nails are better than ever. The baby is forming a protective coating called vernix and is developing brown fat.
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Pregnancy Week 18: Cramping, Vaginal Discharge, and Baby's MeconiumCramping may occur around the eighteenth week of pregnancy due to round ligament stretching. Pregnant women may also notice a white, vaginal discharge called leukorrhea. Baby starts to swallow amniotic fluid and produce meconium.
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Pregnancy Week 17: Joint Pain, Backaches, and the Baby is Growing RapidlyPregnancy week seventeen is a week where your baby will practice moving, grasping, swallowing and sucking. The mother may have aching feet, ankles, knees, back and hips starting in her seventeenth week of pregnancy.
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Pregnancy Week 16: Amniocentesis, Quickening, and Baby's Eye DevelopmentDuring your sixteenth week of pregnancy, your doctor may suggest an amniocentesis to check for possible genetic defects in your baby. Pregnant women may feel butterfly movements called quickening around the sixteenth week of pregnancy.
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Pregnancy Week 14: Second Trimester, Quad Test, and Baby's LanugoYour fourteenth week of pregnancy marks the start of your second trimester. Your doctor will offer you a quad test for Down's syndrome and spina bifida. Your baby is developing down-like hairs called lanugo.
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Pregnancy Week 15: Increased Sex Drive, Bleeding Gums, and Baby Practices BreathingPregnant women report an increase in their sex drive around the fifteenth week of pregnancy. Hormones can cause bleeding gums and a chronic stuffy nose. Your baby practices breathing by inhaling amniotic fluid.
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Pregnancy Week 13: Pregnancy Exercising, Belly Bump, and Baby's Vocal Cords DevelopPregnancy week thirteen is the final week of your first trimester. Mom may have developed a belly bump and morning sickness should disappear. Your baby's vocal cords begin to develop. This article also includes pregnancy exercise ideas.
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Pregnancy Week 10: Mom's Constipation and Baby's Sex Organs Begin to DevelopPregnancy week 10 features baby's sex organ development and discusses mom's constipation problems that happen during the first trimester.
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Pregnancy Week 12: Dizziness, Chorionic Villus Test, and Baby's Organs Are FunctioningYour doctor may request a chorionic villus sampling test during your twelfth week of pregnancy. You may be experiencing something called pregnant woman dizziness and your baby's kidneys and spleen start functioning.
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Pregnancy Week 11: Mom's Headaches, Large Veins, and Baby's Hair and Fingernail DevelopmentDuring Pregnancy Week 11 mom may be experiencing headaches and notice large veins in her legs, arms, and abdomen. Your baby is the size of a peanut and starts to develop his hair follicles and fingernails.
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Pregnancy Week 8: Maternity Clothes, Weekly Pregnancy Journal, and Baby's Size and DevelopmentYour pants are getting tighter and you're debating on whether or not to invest in maternity clothes yet. Pregnancy week 8 discusses your clothing options, creating a weekly pregnancy journal, baby's size, what organs and features your baby is developing.
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The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a 'Must See' in Northeastern OhioThe Cleveland Metroparks Zoo features animals from various regions around the world. Here is an overview of the regions featured at the zoo, the animals that live there, and the special attractions at the Cleveland Zoo.
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Pregnancy Week 9: First Doctor's Appointment and Baby's Digestive System DevelopmentYou will have your first obstetric appointment around the ninth week of pregnancy. This article explains what to expect for you first appointment along with common tests that will need to be done.
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Danny Gokey Sings "Dance Little Sister" and "You Are so Beautiful"American Idol Contestants sang two songs. The first song was picked by the judges. Paula Abdul picked "Dance Little Sister" by Terence Trent D'Arcy for Danny Gokey to sing. Danny picked his secon song, "You are so Beautiful" by Joe Cocker.
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Pregnancy Week 7: Mom's Weight Gain and Baby's Brain DevelopmentBy the seventh week of pregnancy mom may have already gained or lost some weight. This week looks at what is a normal weight gain and normal weight loss during the first trimester. Also, your baby's brain is developing quickly, find out how quick.
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Bringing Home Your Baby: the Complete Baby ChecklistThis baby checklist has items ranging from big baby equipment, baby essentials, baby clothes, all the way down to the smallest baby items. It is a checklist that is practical and will come in handy as your due date approaches.
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Pregnancy Week 5: Morning Sickness, Fatigue, and Fetal Heart and Neural Tube DevelopmentPregnant women may experience morning sickness, fatigue, and breast tenderness early on. The baby is busy developing a rudimentary heart, brain, and spinal cord.
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Pregnancy Week 6: Frequent Urination, Breast Changes and Waiting to Tell EveryoneYour baby is growing rapidly during your sixth week of pregnancy. No one else may be able to know that you are pregnant but you are starting to see signs and experience symptoms that may be starting to make you uncomfortable.
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Pregnancy Week 4: Home Pregnancy Test and Baby DevelopmentThe fourth week of pregnancy is when most new mothers learn that they are pregnant by taking a home pregnancy test. This article looks at baby's development and what mom is experiencing during this week.
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Conception and Calculating Due Date for the First Three Weeks of PregnancyThis article includes the changes in mom's body, conception, due date calculation, and baby's development.
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Penguins of Madagascar Character ProfilesThe Penguins of Madagascar is a new cartoon on Nickelodeon. This article features the personality traits of the animals who reside in Central Park Zoo.
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Danny Gokey Sings 'Stand by Me' by Mickey GilleyOn April 7, American Idol contestant Danny Gokey sang "Stand By Me."
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On March 31 American Idol Show, the Worst Performer was Megan JoyThere were very few high points to Tuesday night's American Idol performances. Megan Joy's performance of Bob Marley's "Turn Your Lights Down Low" ended up at the bottom.
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Danny Gokey Sings 'What Hurts the Most' by Rascal FlattsDanny Gokey's rendition of Rascal Flatt's "What Hurts the Most" evoked strong, heartfelt emotion and showed this American Idol contestant's spectacular vocal range.
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I Do NOT WorkA look at how little work I do during the week.
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Financially Surviving a Pay Cut or Benefits CutThis is a guide to help an employee survive a salary cut. This will help with personal finance, health benefits, and retirement accounts.
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Surviving a Pay Cut: Is Your Job Secure?Here is a look at how to evaluate your job security and make career decisions based on your company's cut backs.
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Cleaning Wood CupboardsSpring cleaning includes washing kitchen cabinets. This is a guide to cleaning, restoring, and maintaining wood cupboards.
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Inexpensive Mother's Day Gift IdeasSome simple ideas on how to make inexpensive Mother's day gifts. This may mean help from Dad. Here's how to give Mom a gift she will cherish forever.
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The Best Episodes of Man Vs. Wild: Season 3Here are the top ten episodes of Discovery Channel's Man vs. Wild: season three.
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Maximize Your Savings with Double CouponsIt is wonderful when grocery stores offer double coupons but maximizing your savings may be tricky. Here is a look at the possible pitfalls of double coupons and how to get the most for your money.
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2009 Kids' Choice Awards BallotHere is Nickelodeon's 2009 Kids' Choice Award ballot with all the nominees in each category.
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Free Mother's Day GiftsHere are four ideas for free Mother's day gifts. Kids can easily make these with items found around the house. I guarantee that mom will love and cherish these gifts from the heart.
