Long Island Articles Index

Hosting your first “grown up” event that’s more than just cocktails and finger foods, and includes family as well as friends can be quite exciting. But, it can also be quite exasperating and overwhelming. In fact, if you’re the kind of gal whose mom didn’t necessarily “love” being in the kitchen or ... Read On

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While some suggest that twos are terrible, your baby entering “toddlerhood” can be a lot of fun. In fact, it’s at this stage that you can connect and bond by interacting and that you can begin teaching your child about rules, live and hygiene. In fact, the latter is imperative at this stage since ... Read On

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My dh and I have a friend who ever since we’ve both known her, and he’s known her longer than I have, has been complaining about her energy levels. I don’t know whether it’s because she lives up North (lots of people in that part of the region, perhaps due to a lack of warmth and sun, seem to ... Read On

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For many, holiday time, (though it may be over), means more time at home and more time eating, drinking, and trying to make merry with the family. And, between the cooking, entertaining and having the kiddies at home (can you say projects anyone?), it’s likely there were lots of thrills, and lots ... Read On

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Now that you’re done kisses or, at least, exchanging a kiss under the mistletoe and have rung in the New Year, it’s time to get started on all those new year’s resolutions; and that likely means getting into shape, both physically, emotionally and romantically. In fact, all three go pretty much ... Read On

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Most of us (gals) can’t wait to settle down, and settle in with that someone special and “for the rest of our lives”. And, in fact, even experts agree that we were build for a bonding and for forming formidable friendships and relationships in our lives. Still, just like you don’t and wouldn’t want ... Read On

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One of the women I know, and may I add one of the most petite and physical fit women I know also, showed us her ankles in her last few days of pregnancy before delivery, and I was stunned at how much they has swollen. Still, I’m told it’s all part of preparing one for the arrival of their little ... Read On

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The holiday season is upon us and if you’ve hit the overcrowded mall this year, it’s likely you’re not feeling very “festive”, at least not by the time you’re done finding everyone on your list the “perfect” gift. And, that probably means less time for you, especially when it comes to picking ... Read On

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Kids want to grow up and that means wanting to stay up past their bedtime and “party” with mom and dad. And, while this is usually the “norm”, it can get “worse” with all the fanfare of the holiday season. After all, between all the sweet holiday treats and all the excitement, you may find kids ... Read On

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Good skin, for both men and women, are often a priority, and glowing skin is especially essential during the winter holiday season as we prepare to put our best party face forward. Achieve a natural holiday glow that’s simply delicious with olive oil. That’s right, this handy household item is ... Read On

Filed under LIFamilies Articles » Health, Fitness & Beauty