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When your kids are little, picking out the perfect costume for trick-or-treating is often an enjoyable and easy occasion. But as your children grow up, chances are you might have a few concerns about their Halloween plans - especially when it comes to your teenage daughter's costume choice. If you're worried that your little girl's getup reveals too much, here are a … [Read more...] about Surviving Halloween with your teen

Trying a new food for the first time can be surprisingly challenging for some people - especially kids. The added problem if you have children who are picky eaters is that they haven't tried much of anything, so just about any new dish you suggest for breakfast, lunch or dinner can be met with instant disapproval. Here are a few tips for coaxing your children into being … [Read more...] about Whine and dine – dealing with picky eaters

Kids are cute, right? Well, not if you ask some of Hollywood's most celebrated horror directors. Angel-faced children with a penchant for murderous terror have long been staples of the scary movie genre, and they've still frightening audiences today. Just in time for Halloween, here's our list of the top three scariest kids in horror movies. Regan MacNeil - The … [Read more...] about Little bundles of terror – the scariest kids in horror movies

Halloween certainly ranks as one of the most exciting holidays for kids, especially when it's time to hit the pavement in search of delicious candy around the neighborhood. However, it's important for dads to take care when trick-or-treating with their little ones to ensure a safe evening out. Here are a few tips to keep in mind so that you and your kids have a … [Read more...] about Treats without the tricks – 3 safety tips for keeping your children’s Halloween frightfully fun

Kids say the darndest things, don't they? It seems like the second they can string a sentence together, they're suddenly brimming with things to talk about. And while it can be refreshing to get your little one's take on something, there's always the danger he'll pick up a few choice words you'd rather he not yell in a public space. So if you're … [Read more...] about Is there a potty-mouth living in your house? Clean things up with these tips