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Back-to-School Tips - HealthyChildren.org

​The following health and safety tips are from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Making the First Day Easier Parents should remember that they need not wait until the first day of class to ask for help. Schools are open to address any concerns a parent or child might have, including the specific needs of a child, over the summer. The best time to get help might be one to two weeks before school opens. Many children become nervous about new situations, including changing to a new school, classroom or teacher. This may occur at any age. If your child seems nervous, it can be helpful to rehearse entry into the new situation. Take them to visit the new school or classroom before the first day of school. Remind them that there are probably a lot of students who are uneasy about the first day of school. Teachers know that students are nervous and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible. If your child seems nervous, ask them what they are worri...

At the Library: Westerly Library’s 125th gives glimpse into facility’s — and town’s — rich history

Bed Bath & Beyond May Do Away With Thoroughly Evil 20% Off Coupons

(Union, NJ) Retailer Bed Bath & Beyond [BBBY] has indicated it is considering ditching its iconic and omnipresent 20% discount coupons. Though the coupons may seem like a nice offer, there has long been a dark underside to the marketing scheme that has enslaved millions into a constant cycle of shopping for mini fridges and shower caddies because of a psychological defect in the human brain that insists the ceaseless coupons must all be used. Though the move to abandon the nefarious mailed promotion is voluntary on the part of Bed Bath & Beyond, there have been long calls for the Federal Government to forcefully put an end to the practice due to the immensely harmful effects on consumers and rainforests. In some case where multiple household members are signed up, families have been known to spend their entire disposable income on wicker monstrosities and Hotel-brand high-thread-count sheetsets they never knew they needed because they don’t need. There are also the thousand...

Baby Bath Tub Shower Sling Seat Ring Newborn Infant Toddler Bathing Basket Girl

Baby bath shower tub sling ring seat infant toddler newborn bathing basket boy baby bath tub shower sling seat ring newborn infant toddler bathing basket girl description: the sure comfort deluxe newborn to toddler tub with sling is a mommy favorite! In fact, it was voted best bathtub in babycenter's moms’ picks 2014 awards. The tub’s deep ergonomic design holds baby better for bathing, with a mesh sling and padded headrest to provide extra comfort and support to cradle newborns. The form-fitting netting provides security, making bath time less stressful for both parents and baby. Once baby grows, they can sit up comfortably and have room to play on the toddler side. No wonder moms love it so much! Features: voted best bathtub in babycenter's moms' picks 2014 awards deep ergonomic design holds baby better for bathing features a mesh sling and padded headrest for extra support and comfort grows with your child from newborn to toddler stage mildew -resista...

ABC7 reporter Paul Meincke finds adventure and angels on epic Mississippi canoe trip

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I grew up on the Mississippi River , in Rock Island, Ill. I knew of the river's moods and might but always took it for granted. And yet I'd long wondered what it would be like to travel the Mississippi from source to sea — in a canoe. So, after a decade of imagining and a year of serious preparation, I and three other retired graybeards from suburban Chicago — Tim Clark, Tom Lobacz and Bill Baar — headed north in late May to put in at the Mississippi's headwaters at Lake Itasca, Minn. The river begins as a baby stream gurgling past 25 feet of stones that permit you to "walk across the Mississippi" which, of course, we do. A webcam allows people to watch the "walkers" from afar. My wife calls to tell me she sees us. I wave. For its first 60 miles, the Mississippi actually flows north, meandering through marshlands so expansive that an errant turn will find you lost. All of our gear is strapped into two, 18 1/2- foot Kevlar canoes : a single dome tent , a...

Bathroom Remodeling for the Do-It-Yourselfer

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By Matt Weber Careful planning, labor-saving products and elbow grease are the keys to success for a DIY bathroom remodel. Bathroom upgrades rank among the top three home remodeling projects , favored because they add “livability” to one of the most often used rooms of the house. The upstairs bathroom of our project house had seen a few recent touch-ups, such as a new mirror frame, faucet and light fixture, and a tiled shower surround that was painted with epoxy. However, the ‘70s- era floor tile was still mustard yellow with stained grout joints and paint splotches from previous projects . The homeowners had painted the bathroom walls with a silver- toned reflective paint , but later decided that the color was too drab and kept the room dim. The toilet was old and wasted water, and the faux- granite laminate countertop wasn ’t fooling anyone. A lot of work needed to be done, and here’s how we did it. handled tile scraper for Hyde tools" alt="A long- handled tile scraper...

SHOWER ROSE, HAND HELD HOSE AND TAP POSITION

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kyles 23 April 2017 Hi - I was wondering if anyone can shed some light. We are building at present and I recently noticed our shower rose, hand held hose and tap had been installed in this position. I personally think this looks odd and thought the tap is usually installed on another wall where access can be gained without getting wet and is the hand held too close to the shower rose? Would love some thoughts on it before I approach the builder about it. Bookmark 1 Like

Top 15 Best Baby Bathtubs

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Image : Shutterstock Are you thinking of purchasing a bathtub for your baby? Which bathtub will be the most comfortable her? Which one will be easier to clean? Are these questions weighing you down? Well, let’s snip those taut ropes now! Here, we look at an amazing collection of best baby bathtubs. Most babies enjoy bath time , but it can be a nerve-wracking task for moms. You need the right types of shampoos, body washes, toys, and, most importantly the right bathtub. Babies cannot sit up for several months as they have a fragile underdeveloped neck and head, which you must support while bathing. It is why bathtubs are necessary for mothers. It makes bathing your baby extremely simple . There are hundreds of different bathtubs in the market, each claiming to be better than the next. Some are simple, with rounded edges while some are super fancy. Then you have to consider the price tag as well! So how can you decide which bathtub is best for your baby? To help you, we have compiled...