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Lyme Disease, Deer Ticks & Your Family

Warmer weather beckons, but staying safe involves being smart. Read up on how to protect you and your kids as we enter tick season. By Bob Oley     It’s that time of the year once again — you begin to enjoy spring, and all the outdoor activities that come with it. Unfortunately, deer ticks [...]

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3 Ways To Green Up For Earth Day

Earth Day is coming up — Monday, April 22. And the infomercials are true — it only takes a small change to impact a big difference. Try one of our three easy ideas to get you and your family seeing green.  By Leah R. Troiano Photo by Carrie Hill   For many of us, Earth Day [...]

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Greater Philadelphia Family Race Guide

From marathons to 5Ks, many Philadelphia-area races welcome kids or host a child-friendly version of the main event, allowing everyone to break a sweat.  By Melissa Greiner Photo by John Manion The family that stays fit together, stays together. Or something like that, right!? Whether its you working on your next sub-4 marathon or your kids [...]

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Pregnancy Resources Beyond the OB

The care provided by your doctor, midwife, or doula during your pregnancy is paramount, but it’s not the only place to turn. Ward off stress, pain, and anxiety with the assistance of these other Main Line resources.

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Buzz: News Throughout the MLP Community for July 2012

What we’ve been reading, hearing, seeing, and doing this month…

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Easy Tips For Managing Toddlers & Teeth

Little ones fighting when it comes to cleaning their little grins? A local dentist has some suggestions to help the bedtime routine go smoother.

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First Person: My Struggle With PPD

May is Maternal Depression Awareness Month, aimed at reducing stigma, raising awareness, and encouraging mothers to “speak up when you’re down.”

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Give Your Kids a Dose of Nature

Spring has sprung, so make your way outside! Not only is a great way to play and enjoy the day, it’s good for you and your children.

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5 Herbs to Improve Your Health

Have you considered trying herbal supplements but are overwhelmed by the variety and confused about what they do, you aren’t alone. A Main Line herbalist shares five popular herbs you may want to check out.

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Keeping Healthy Eating Habits at Home

Have you been able to irradiate the Easter candy from your kitchen yet? Approach the warm weather and the bounty of produce rolling in with some healthy eating and behavior habits that can help your children understand the important difference between fit and thin.

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