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Sunscreen for Kids: Everything You Need to Know

Sunscreen for kids is one of those necessary evils every parent deals with in summer. Most kids will whine or try to wriggle their way out of it, making it feel like you’re trying to put sunscreen on a wild animal instead of a kid. Plus, trying to decide which...

Traveling with Kids: Tips for a Smooth and Enjoyable Trip

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Traveling with children is more than just a family adventure; it’s an opportunity for growth, bonding, and creating lifelong memories. The benefits of traveling for kids and their families are profound and far-reaching, making every trip a valuable investment in...

Tips for Making a Summer S’Mores Board

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Make the most of your summer with a S’Mores Board! We love the version pictured above from The BakerMama (she is the authority on boards of all kinds, of course!). Below, some suggestions for making s’mores everyone will love. For more easy summer recipes, go to our...

Meet A Mom~Kate Haase-MacDonald of Silly Goose

Around Town, Instagram, Meet a Mom

1) Please introduce us to you and your family. I’m Kate Haase-MacDonald, camp founder and former teacher, and most importantly mom to two vibrant children. Mia Ferranti, 7 and a rising second grader at Veterans Park, is outgoing and the epitome of kindness....

The 6 Rules of Sports Injury Prevention for Kids, Teens and Young Athletes

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The longer an athlete is inactive, the longer it takes for them to come back to full activity after a break. Connecticut Children’s pediatric and adolescent sports medicine experts have been hearing one question a lot: How can athletes prevent injury? Here are 6...

Memorial Day Idea: Hot Dog Bar

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Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats. Mom to Max and Emilia,...