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Contents

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Celebrating FAMILY Health FEATURES

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Staying Happy in the New Year Family Health Directory Healthier Sweets for Your Sweetheart Dental Visits Without Tears Children's Dental Health Sleep More to Weigh Less Health Benefits of Pomegranates How to Help Your Child or Teen Cope With Stress Animals Provide Therapy for Kids Not-So-Perfect Parent Resolutions Get Kids Moving

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Baby Guide Contents Counting Calories While Pregnant Involving Dads Winding Down & Wearing Out Quick Bits How to Choose a Pediatrician Develop Baby's Language Skills Making Room for Baby Go Beyond Pink & Blue for Baby Shower Editor's Picks Parenting Books Tantrums At the Checkout

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Laura Carter, Gayla Grace, Henry Miller, Rachael Moshman, Meagan Ruffing, Kiki Bochi West Virginia Family is a FREE bi-monthly magazine serving families in West Virginia. Our print edition has a circulation of 15,000 copies with more than 375 highly visible distribution points in the North Central WV area, including schools, bookstores, libraries, doctor offices, malls, visitor centers, daycares, and more. The print edition has a 98% read rate, with over 30,000 readers.

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12 Happiness Strategies for 2014

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mp up the amount of happiness in your life each and every month of the year by intentionally focusing on 12 strategies that the science of happiness and well being has proven can increase your feelings of happiness and satisfaction. Even better: know that, if you add these actions to your life, your feelings of increased positive emotion can last for days, weeks, and even months!

If this is the year you decide to get serious about adding happiness that lasts to your life, here are 12 happiness strategies for 2014 and suggestions to make them work for you:

January: A Month of Hope and Plans

The beginning of the year is traditionally about new years’ resolutions.

This year, write one positive goal you have for the coming year down on your calendar each morning of each day of January. Also write your plan to make it a reality. Then, resolve that you will intentionally invest your time and energy to work on your resolutions during the year and to live a happier life by implementing these 12 happiness strategies – one each month.

February: A Month of Gratitude

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Gratitude is the antidote to greed, envy, and jealously. We feel much happier when we are being grateful for what we have, rather than envious of what we don’t. Remember, no one has everything! This month, each night before going to bed, take a daily gratitude inventory. Write down three things you are grateful for about your life – your relationships, your work, your character, your family, your country, the world around you, your life.

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March: A Month of Kindness

Plato said, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” And, if you look around, it’s still true today. This month, find one opportunity each and every day to perform some kind act for someone else – even the simplest act of holding a door open for another will do. And, each day, after your act of kindness, enjoy the feeling that, for at least one shining moment, you are the personification of all that is good about the human race.

April: A Month of Optimism

Each day this month, be more conscious of your negative thoughts – if you have any. And every time you do, immediately “dispute” it by intentionally replacing the negative thought with a positive one. Do this each time you think a negative thought for a month, and notice how your thinking might change.

May: A Month of Friendship

Close relationships are one of the longest-lasting of happiness-increasing strategies. But, sometimes, we take our friends for granted – or are “too busy” to see them. This month, at least one time per week, reach out to a friend and arrange to spend time with them. This can be as simple as a walk, a meal, coffee, drinks – whatever you choose. But find the time to visit with your friends face-to-face this month.

June: A Month of Love

Traditionally, June is a month of weddings – and love is all around us. Each day this month, call, write, or email someone you love or care deeply about – one per day – and tell them how much they mean to you – and how happy you are that they are a part of your life – even if you haven’t been the best communicator up to now. Notice reactions – yours and theirs.

July: A Month of Spirituality

Studies have proven that people who have spirituality in their lives – whether it’s their own secular belief system, their own faith, or some organized religion – are happier. We don’t know if it’s because of the fellowship of a caring group of like-thinking folks, or the spiritual beliefs themselves.

This month, make a conscious effort to spend some moments each day – perhaps during lunch – repeating to yourself at least one “prayer” or belief you hold.

August: A Month of Health, Fitness, Skill

Summer is a great time to focus on increasing your health and fitness – and on using your skills and abilities to their max. This month, begin some daily fitness regimen (check with your doctor first if needed) – even if it’s only walking. In addition, make a list of your top skills, talents, and abilities and assess if you are using them to their fullest. If not, take one step per day to begin doing so.

September: A Month of Contribution

Making a meaningful contribution to make the planet a better place is one of the longest-lasting, happiness-increasing strategies known. What are you contributing? This month is your chance to decide what difference you’d like to make in the world. Spend a few minutes each day at lunchtime and write down ideas about how you can make a positive difference in the world. At the end of the month, decide on a plan of action – and begin!

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From the publisher Happy New Year! This is our Annual Family Health issue. Since most everyone makes new year resolutions to eat healthier or exercise, we hope this issue will help you stay on track. In addition to resolutions for health, consider happiness. Check out page 6 for twelve happiness strategies for the year.

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I would also like to say "Thank you" to Cover Kid Joshua Riffle who assisted with the WV Family Magazine table at the Fall Festival for Children in Buckhannon (pictured below). Josh was on the cover of our Winter 2009 issue with his brothers Jerrad and Jase.

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money if you can, your skills, your positive energy, your attention – to others to help make their life a little better. Each day, find one opportunity to give something of yourself to help another – and notice your feelings.

October: A Month of Savoring

In Conclusion: For the best results, remind yourself of each month’s happiness strategy by adding these topics to your calendar – every day of each month. Then, each day of the year, find creative ways to act on these strategies – and enjoy your reactions and your increased feelings of happiness.

You’ll notice that these feelings will last far longer than the happiness you feel from just partaking of the pleasures of life – and will be more meaningful to you.

November: A Month of Forgiveness

No matter what your situation, remain hopeful about increasing your happiness. The truth is that no one is ever out of the game when it comes to living a happier and more fulfilling life! As the months of this year unfold, continue all of the 12 strategies that work best for you. If you do, a year of happiness can be yours. 

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Fall is a season to enjoy the changing foliage in many parts of the world.

Consciously spend at least five minutes each day focusing your attention exclusively on something of beauty outside – changing leaves, trees, clouds, sky – something. Five minutes of complete attention to savor the beauty of life around you – each day, every day.

Forgiveness is a powerful, although a slightly more complicated, happiness strategy. We forgive others to make us feel better. This month, examine your life and see if there are any lingering resentments you are holding on to that are holding you back from joy. If so, do two things: First, write the apology letter you would have liked to have received from the person who has wronged you. Second, rise above your desire for revenge, and write your letter of forgiveness to them. No need to mail it, just recall the hurt or violation, write about your feelings. End the letter with your statement of forgiveness. Just this simple act of writing a forgiveness letter can often grant you freedom from your negative thoughts and give you increased happiness.

December: A Month of Generosity

The end of the year is a time for giving – a time to donate your time, your

Henry S. Miller is the author of The Serious Pursuit of Happiness: Everything You Need to Know to Flourish and Thrive, and Inspiration for the Pursuit of Happiness: Wisdom to Guide your Journey to a Better Life. He is also the creator of the online membership program Get SERIOUS About Your Happiness: 20 Transformational Tools for Turbulent Times. As President of The Henry Miller Group (www.millergroup.com), he is a speaker, trainer, and consultant helping organizations improve engagement, performance, and productivity specifically by increasing employee well being. In prior careers, Henry was a Senior Consultant for the Tom Peters Company training and coaching senior management teams worldwide in leadership and his initial career in corporate America was with IBM.

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If you really want to make their hearts skip a beat, carve an adorable Lips and Love Basket.

Fill it with all of your sweetie's favorite fruits for a fresh, flavorful display they'll devour in a heartbeat. Remember, nothing shows your love more than edible gifts crafted by hand. For more sweet ideas, visit www.watermelon.org.

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Yield: 8 servings Watermelon Cupcakes Materials/Ingredients: 8 cupcake liners, 8 cupcake shaped pieces of seedless watermelon, 2 cups pineapple cream cheese frosting, Sprinkles for garnish.

Directions: 1.) Place liners in 8-cup cupcake tin. 2.) Cut 3-inchthick slices of seedless watermelon. 3.) Cut round cupcake-sized pieces from slices. 4.) Put watermelon cupcake in each liner. 5.)

Place dollop of frosting on each cupcake. 6.) Decorate as desired with sprinkles.

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Yield: 12 servings Materials/Ingredients: 12 (3-inch) cubes of seedless watermelon, 3/4 cup frosting, 12 candied almonds, Sugar in the Raw, for sprinkling.

Directions: 1.) Arrange watermelon cubes on serving platter. 2.)

Place frosting in zipper bag and trim off bit of one bottom corner.

3.) Decoratively pipe frosting onto each watermelon cube. 4.) Place almond at top of frosting on each petit four. 5.) Sprinkle with raw sugar and serve immediately.

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Dental Visits Without Tears

By Rachael Moshman

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isiting the dentist is a scary experience for many children.

The dentist is a virtual stranger, even after several visits.

Plus, the dentist and hygienists wear masks that cover their faces for most of the visit, making them appear even less friendly. It can be a very over stimulating experience with the bright lights, loud buzzing and smell of chemicals. Plus, the expectation of holding still for an extended length of time is frustrating for many children.

Fortunately, there are some ways to make the visit a bit less frightening and easier to handle.

• Find a pediatric dentist. Pediatric dentists have specialized training in treating children.

Their offices are often designed to be more comfortable and inviting to children.

• Start early. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children see a pediatric dentist as soon as their first tooth comes in, typically between six and twelve months of age. Getting children accustomed to dental visits from a young age often makes visits less traumatic.

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• Tell your child what to expect. Children typically only see the dentist twice a year. They may forget what happens at the visits in between appointments. Walk them through what to expect before each visit. Read books about going to the dentist. Don't gloss over parts that they struggled with last time. For example, if they became agitated when it was time to swish the fluoride rinse around their mouth, gently let them know that they will have to do it again.

Neglecting to mention it could lead to more anxiety, as well as possibly distrust in you when they are confronted with it again.

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• Practice good dental hygiene at home. Brushing and flossing your child's teeth daily will help keep teeth and gums healthy. This may result in quicker and easier dental visits. Feeding your child a healthy diet and limiting sweets will also help accomplish this.

• Let the braver child go first. Most people with multiple children have the oldest child receive treatment first. This isn't necessarily the best order. If a younger child is less fearful, let them go first.

• Start some traditions. A few days before the dentist appointment, start reading books or watching cartoons about dentists, teeth and tooth care.

Find a song about going to the dentist or make up one of your own. Sing it in the car on the way to the appointment. Have a special plan for after the dentist, such as visit to the park or trip to the movie theater. Do these things before and after every visit to give your children good memories of going to the dentist.

• Deal with your own fears. Many adults still have severe dental anxiety. Children pick up on their parent's worries. Your child won't be able to be calm or relaxed if she knows you aren't. Take time to address your own issues before the appointment so you don't project your negative feelings onto your child's experience.

Dentist visits don’t have to be terrifying – for child or parent!  Rachael Moshman is a mom and freelance writer. She actually enjoys going to the dentist. Find her at www.rachaelmoshman.com.

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Sleep More to Weigh Less

By Gayla Grace

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as a new year brought a determined resolve to shed a few pounds? The holiday months take a toll on our healthy-eating habits and when our jeans no longer go past our thighs, we can't deny the extra pounds that have gathered around our hips.

Instead of considering only what goes in your mouth and how much time you spend at the gym, research shows you should also consider how much sleep you get if you're trying to lose weight. A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine (October 2012) reports that not getting enough sleep decreases our body's ability to properly respond to insulin, the hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels. Specifically, "our fat cells need sleep to function properly," according to researcher Matthew Brady, the senior author of the study. Without adequate sleep, we know our body and our mind become groggy but Brady suggests our "fat cells also need sleep or they are metabolically groggy."

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The small study used seven healthy participants to demonstrate the effects of adequate sleep versus sleep deprivation. The participants first spent 8.5 hours in bed, averaging 7.87 hours sleep, on four consecutive nights. Four weeks later, the participants spent 4.5 hours in bed, averaging 4.35 hours sleep on four consecutive nights again. During the eight day period, identical intake of food was regulated for all participants.

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The findings reported from the study showed that the body's overall ability to respond to insulin properly dropped by 16% while the body's fat cells' ability to respond to insulin properly dropped by 30%. Insulin plays a critical role in helping us know when we feel satiated, and thus quit eating. With low insulin levels, we continue to eat after we've already ingested enough, sabotaging our weight loss efforts.

These results paralleled the results of previous studies about the importance of adequate sleep to weight loss. A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine (October 2010) noted that participants in a sleep-deprived group were hungrier and had a smaller amount of fat loss than those getting enough sleep, with the same intake of food. A University of Chicago Medicine press release January/February 2014

quoted senior author of the study, Plamen Penev, MD, PhD, University of Chicago, saying, "If your goal is to lose fat, skipping sleep is like poking sticks in your bicycle wheels. Cutting back on sleep, a behavior that is ubiquitous in modern society, appears to compromise efforts to lose fat through dieting. In our study it reduced fat loss by 55 percent." That's a considerable amount on anyone's scale.

There are other factors that influence dieting and weight loss but how much sleep you attain cannot be ignored. I hear people brag about the few hours of sleep they catch each night; Margaret Thatcher once famously said sleep is "for wimps." But it's easy to recognize the additional challenges that emerge when you're sleepdeprived. A low tolerance for discomfort keeps you from making healthy eating choices--it's easier to grab whatever requires the least amount of effort to eat. Lack of energy from a sleep-deprived state keeps you from exerting much energy or participating in your regular exercise routine. We're also seeking relief of some kind when we're tired and sugar-laden, caffeinated drinks appear enticing. But sugary drinks and food make you crave more sugary items, creating a cycle of unhealthy choices.

Nuclear pharmacist Donita Wittenberg, who works an all-night shift for a week every month, confirms the changes her body, and specifically her appetite, goes through when she is sleep-deprived.

"The week I work the night shift I'm hungry all the time, like my body is craving something (sleep) but I eat instead." Wittenberg admits to having a more difficult time controlling what she eats the week she's on the night shift, and says, "I'm thankful it's only one week a month."

If you're determined to start your year off by losing a few pounds, may I suggest you focus on your sleep habits in addition to diet and exercise? It takes intentional effort to get the sleep you need as a busy mom, but why not try it--sleep more to weigh less? 

HOW MUCH SLEEP DO YOU NEED? Gayla Grace is a wife and mom to five children in her blended family. Despite a busy schedule, she tries hard to sleep more so she will weigh less!

Age

Sleep Needs

Newborns (0-2 months) 12-18 hours Infants (3-11 months) 14-15 hours Toddlers (1-3 years) 12-14 hours Preschoolers (3-5 years) 11-13 hours School-age children (5-10 yr) 10-11 hours Teens (10-17 years) 8.5-9.25 hours Adults 7-9 hours Source: National Sleep Foundation

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Counting Calories While Pregnant

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very pregnancy book you’ll ever read will tell you to eat healthy meals. There’s a standard weight gain for each pregnancy, and you’re always told to watch what you eat. “Eating for two” is fun to say, but you’ll usually regret that after the baby is born and having a poochy stomach isn’t cute anymore.

An easy way to start out counting calories is to eat how you normally would and after each meal or snack, add up how many calories the meal or snack was. If you normally have scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, coffee, and an orange for breakfast, eat it like you normally would and then count the calories afterward.

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Moms play an important role in determining how much fathers get involved in taking care of their infants, according to research from Ohio State University.

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ou are in your 37th week of pregnancy and you are ready to have this baby. If it is your first child, you may be feeling all sorts of emotions about meeting your baby for the first time, giving birth and just the overall unknown of becoming a mother. Or, if this is not your first pregnancy and possibly your last, you may be having mixed emotions about what comes next.

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What comes next will be happening within days, weeks or possibly longer if you become overdue in your pregnancy. No matter what your feelings are at this point, your body is winding down and wearing out to deliver another human being. You may be ready to pop this baby out or you may be trying to cherish every moment you have left with this wiggly, unmet being who is kicking and poking you from inside.

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The key to finishing out the rest of your pregnancy without burning yourself out is to take it one day at a time. It really is that simple. Take the pregnancy these last few weeks (or days) and embrace your beautiful, growing and tired body…one, single day at a time. Pretty soon, the baby will be born and your once round belly will be a soft spot for your baby to lie. Here, four ideas to help you wind down without wearing out can be the difference between feeling amazing or feeling run-down before your big day.

1. Celebrate. You are officially considered full term if you are in your 37th week or beyond. Celebrate! This means it is safe for you to deliver and all of those sleepless nights due to leg cramps and heartburn will be a thing of the past. Even though you will have your body back which might mean sleeping on your tummy again, it’s important to continue to get your sleep because once the baby arrives, sleep will be a thing of the past.

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Drink up. Whether you decide to breastfeed, formula feed or do a little bit of both, it is important that you continue to drink plenty of water. Your body has just gone through a major overhaul and there is nothing as important as keeping yourself hydrated through the post-delivery time.

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Grace. Give yourself grace to be human. If you have other children at home, you are probably exhausted and beyond tired when it comes to taking care of others. Hang in there. The end is almost near and even though you are tired now, you may be even more tired once the baby comes because she will not be in one place (your tummy) so give yourself plenty of grace to get back into the swing of things.

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Take it easy. The nesting stage has probably worn off by now and the ‘worn out’ stage has kicked in. An easy way to stay balanced in these last few weeks of pregnancy is to take it easy.

Don’t expect too much out of yourself as far as housework goes.

If the kids want to play at the park but you are just not feeling up to it that day, it’s okay, get out some coloring books and let them use their imaginations. Taking it easy when you are this far into the pregnancy is better for everyone. A happy, rested mommy = a better mommy.

Just because you are about to deliver does not mean you cannot enjoy the rest of your pregnancy. Winding down without wearing out and finishing up without burning out should be every newmama-to-be’s mantra.  Meagan Ruffing is a freelance parenting writer. She wrote this article during her 37th week of pregnancy while she sat in bed and rested up for the big day.

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Making Room for Baby: 8 Tips for Helping Your Other

Children Adjust to a New Sibling

By Meagan Ruffing

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here’s nothing more exciting than finding out that you are expecting; again. Thoughts of tiny toes and sweet baby breath flood your mind and your world is all of a sudden in total bliss.

Along with another baby though, come worries of, “How will I possibly love this baby like I love my first,” or “How will my child adjust to having a new baby in the house? Will he still know that I love him just the same?”

Having another baby, whether it’s your second, third or fourth, can be an exciting and overwhelming time. There are lots of things to consider; including how everyone’s life is going to change once your due date has arrived.

Here are eight effective tips on how to make a smooth transition from one baby to two, or more.

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Belly Banter – Prepare your son for the upcoming arrival of his baby sister. Let him touch and kiss your belly while you are still pregnant. Having a hands-on experience will help him make the connection that there is something special inside of your belly and you want him to be a part of it.

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Gift Giving – Pick out a gift from your unborn baby to ‘give’ to your older child after she is born. If you are allowing your older child to visit you at the hospital, give the gift to him and tell him it’s from his baby sister. This will make him feel extra special during a time that may be a little scary for him.

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Hold on Tight – Help your daughter hold your newborn son. Let her sit in an adult’s lap (or yours if you feel up to it) and let her ‘hold’ the baby with help. Once she sees that this baby is a living, breathing person – she will start to take on that roll of big sister.

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fore (think dollar store toys). Only take the basket out when you are feeding the new baby. Your older children can play with their new toys and feel like they are still a part of what you’re doing.

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Date Day/ Night – Have your husband watch the baby while you and your son go on a date. Take him to his favorite restaurant or stop by the park to push him on the swing.

It’s important that you continue to take time just for you and him so that he gets that one-on-one attention with you.

6. Tummy Time – Have your daughter help you with the baby’s tummy time by letting her pick out which toys to put in front of the baby. This small act of helping out will make her feel like she is taking an active role in the baby’s life. Bonus: you’ll all get a laugh out of watching the baby try and reach for the toys.

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Special Play Time – Newborns tend to sleep for most of the day. In between catching up on your naps, make it a point to have special play time with your son.

Whether it’s rolling out play dough or baking brownies, this time at home with him will make both of you appreciate the spe-

cial bond that you have had from the beginning.

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Spread the Love – Be sure to hug and kiss your husband in front of the kids.

When they see mom and dad are happy; they too, will be happy. This public affection will reassure your other children that they are safe and loved on by two happy parents.  Meagan Ruffing is a freelance parenting writer and stay-at-home mom to her two children. She and her husband are expecting their third child this fall and are starting to prepare for their new addition.

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By Rachael Moshman

Go Beyond Pink & Blue for a Fun Baby Shower

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very baby shower I've been to for a little boy has featured a solid sea of light blue - baby blue table cloths, napkins, streamers and plastic forks. When I was asked to host a baby shower for my best friend, who was expecting a little boy, I was determined to go another route.

color. I then framed it to give to my friend's for the wall of the baby's nursery.

Decorations

My best friend is a biology teacher who loves bugs. Her husband is an amateur race car driver. This made putting together a baby shower that was more than generic baby blue an easy feat.

It was easy to find party supplies with a race car theme in the boy's section of the party goods store. I also lucked out because Target happened to have Eric Carle bug theme items, such as notebooks, bags and plastic cups, in their dollar section. I was able to put together a good balance of bugs and cars. I used primary colors for the tablecloths, balloons and cutlery to keep it from looking overwhelmingly themed.

I started with the invitations. I did a web search for images and found one of a worm driving a race car. I used it to create my own invitations with the party details. I also enlarged the image and printed it in

I picked up books on both bugs and race cars from garage sales, thrift stores and the book shop. I used the books as centerpieces and gave them to my friend to add to the baby's library after the shower. I also

Picking a Theme

decorated with toy cars and bugs, which doubled as gifts for the new baby.

Food and entertainment

My friend insisted on no games. Instead, I had each guest write down parenting advice on an index card and then read them to the mom-to-be. I then collected them and put them in a book for her.

We ate cake that had a similar design as the invitations. No baby blue was in sight.

Bugs or race cars not appropriate? Try planes, zoo animals, the beach or a rock star theme.  Rachael Moshman is a mom, freelance writer, blogger and family advocate. She loves planning celebrations. Find her at www.rachaelmoshman.com.

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The Latest In Innovative And Creative Baby Products

Balboa Baby Adjustable Sling This award-winning adjustable sling

by Dr. Sears is a one-size-fits-all construction easily adjusts to five different positions. Comfortable and secure, allows you to move around hands free.Recommended for babies 8-25 pounds. Available at Target, JC Penney, Amazon $59.99 (Also available by Balboa Baby: shopping cart cover, nursing cover, nursing pillow, high chair cover, car seat canopy, & bags.)

Ubbi Diaper Pail Ubbi diaper pail is a revolutionary nursery necessity. All the style and none of the smell.

Rubber seals prevent leaks and keeps odors locked in. Ubbi pail will change your nursery while you change diapers. Variety of colors available.Uses standard kitchen bags. Childproof lock. www.ubbiworld. com $79.99

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Owlet Baby Monitor This little device is up all night, so you don't have to be. Invented by a dad. The smart sock is strapped to baby's foot and measures baby's heart rate, oxygen levels, skin temperature, sleep quality, and sleep position using oximetry technology. It then sends the data to your smart phone. Parents can expect to see this product available in 2015. Available for pre-order. www.owletcare.com. $199

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Due Date Maternity Necklace A staple item to wear every day as the belly blooms. Engrave a special message on the back for the new mom or the baby's name.

Pendant is made of polished zinc and strung on an 18" sterling silver chain. www.gobellygo.com $48.00

Warmze-Portable Bottle Warmer The Warmze provides 10 hours of continuous warmth for a full day of multiple feedings. Great for shopping trips, travel, and more.

No batteries, no microwave needed. Works with most bottles and sippy cups. www.warmze.com Available at Amazon.com Shell $14.99 + Warming wraps $12.99

Mommy-Baby Bonding Blanket This is a cuddly solution to help mom bond to baby when she has to be away. This minky soft blanket is 16x16 inches, easy to take along with baby's things. To use, Mom cuddles the blanket, infusing it with her own scent. When baby holds it, snuggles with it, he has something familiar and soothing. www.babybondingblanket.com. $39.99

TrueWomb Sleep System Swaddling is one of the best ways to make a newborn feel secure. This award-winning sleeping system is the next evolution in swaddling care. TrueWomb creates a womb-like environment, allowing baby to transition from womb. Baby will sleep more soundly, safely, and comfortably. TrueWomb is offered in two stages - Stage 1 & Stage 2. Stage two is for babies 3-6 months and is arms-free to wean them off of swaddling.www.truewomb.com. $35.99 January/February 2014

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Books

Books

Weelicious Lunches: Think Outside the Lunchbox Written by Catherine McCord This book is a cookbook and an inspirational how-to guide. Recommended for parents and caregivers, this book includes colorful homemade snacks, pack lunch ideas, eat-at-home ideas, picky eater ideas, plus advice, ideas, and guidelines. Published by William Morrow Cookbooks, September 2013, hardcover, 320 pgs., $29.99.

Help! My Toddler Came Without Instructions: Every Parent's Guide to a Happy Child Written by Blythe Lipman, CDA How many times have you wished you had a manual for raising kids? This book is filled with Pediatrician-approved, parent-tested, and user-friendly tips to make toddler parenting easier. Published by Viva Editions April 2013, paper back, 188 pgs., $9.99.

SuperBaby: 12 Ways to Give Your Child a Head Start in the First 3 Years Written by Dr. Jenn Berman The first three years of life are the most important for nurturing a child's full potential: that's when they start forming attachments, developing a sense of self and learning to trust. These early experiences can greatly influence brain develpment.

This book is a great tool to help parents raise happy, healthy babies who grow to be successful adults.

Published by Sterling Aug 2011, paper back, 432 pgs., $9.99.

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Child Care That Works Written by Eva and Mon Cochran Child care is a critical need for many of today's parents. But finding a child care provider who can meet your child's particular needs and give your child the nurturing, supportive environment you seek can be a stressful process. This book explains how to identify quality care, what to ask potential providers, how to make sure your children get the care they need, and much, much, more. Published by Robins Lane Press Sep 2000, paper back, 354 pgs., $16.95.

Tantrums At the Checkout:

by Janine Boldrin

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ven the shortest line can seem neverending when you have a cranky kid.

Especially if they are too big to sit in the cart!

Here are some tricks to keep tantrums and candy grabbing at a minimum while trying to check-out at the grocery store:  Play “puppets” with a banana, soup can, or a ketchup bottle from your cart.

Make up a funny conversation with your child about what their new friend can do when they come to your house.

 Spot things around you that are a certain color or shape. Or let your child pick things for you to spot. Have them keep one hand on the cart while they play so they don’t run toward the object.  Sing a familiar song but have your child fill in the blanks instead of singing the whole song. It will keep them listening. Think: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little _____.

How I wonder _____.  Pretend to be a chef by asking them what they would make with the things in

the cart. Or ask them to tell you how they would make their favorite meal.  Point to your ear! Stand on one leg!

Wiggle your nose! Keep the game limited to things they can do while holding your hand or the cart.  Count the items as you unload them onto the conveyor. If they can only count up to a certain number, start over again when you reach their limit. 

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Family Health

Health Benefits of

Pmegranates the potent fruit in the pomegranate being rich with polyphenols, tannins, and anthocyanins, which are the primary protective chemicals needed by the body to fight toxins.

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Benefits to the Immune System Pomegranates are known for having essential vitamins such as riboflavin, thiamine, niacin, vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus. The high content of vitamins offered in addition to the antioxidants, provide a daily boost to the immune system. Daily intake of pomegranate in any form (seeds, sauce, or tea) can offer decreased opportunity for virus and infection during prime cold-catching season and can further improve chances of limiting a cold once symptoms are present.

Benefits to the Heart The pomegranate contains high levels of antioxidants that protect the heart and reduce bad cholesterol also known as LDL. According to the Mayo Clinic studies have shown that with daily consumption, pomegranate can slow the buildup of cholesterol in the arteries that could lead to heart disease. In addition to benefits of lower cholesterol, studies have also shown lowered blood pressure with daily use compared to people who did not add pomegranate to their daily diet. The reason for the heart benefits is

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Benefits to Mental Health Pomegranate is gaining credence for being helpful with improving depression symptoms. Research reported in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology shows promise in lab experiments that could indicate use for pomegranate juices, extracts and teas in women struggling with depression symptoms during menopause. 

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Deadline for the next issue is February 3, 2014. The next issue will be on shelves March/April and will include our Summer Camps & Programs Guide. Send us your family-friendly event.

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Sundays are Family Day at the Morgantown Ice Arena 1001 Mississippi St., Morgantown, WV. 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. A family of four skates for $10, with skate rentals $20. Add additional family members for $2. 304-2926865. www.boparc.org.

Horseback Riding - Open Year Round at Mountain Trail Rides, 255 Freeland, Davis, WV. Horseback riding in the beautiful mountains of Canaan Valley, WV. 304-866-4652 www.mountaintrailrides.com.

Private Music Lessons Saint Paul School of Music LIFE UMC Clarksburg and Fairmont locations. New students accepted anytime.

Beginner - Advanced. Ages 5 & up. 304-3663758. See ad on page 23.

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P.U.R.R. WV Adoption Events are ongoing at various locations around North Central WV. P.U.R.R. WV is a no-kill cat rescue Please go to http://www.purrwv.org/html/events.html for dates and locations. $5 Friday Adoptions at Eastern Pet Supply 9 a.m. See ad on page 14.

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Thursdays 4:30 p.m. $15 per session. 304-5992WOW (2969) www. thewowfactoryonline. com. See ad on page 9.

Monongalia County Health Department 453 VanVoorhis Rd., Morgantown, WV 304-5985119 Offers personal health services including: Family Planning, Breast and Cervical cancer screening, Dental care for all ages, Immunizations and Free STD testing.

Hands-On Cooking Classes at My Kitchen with Chef Christopher Hall. Morgantown, WV. Regularly scheduled evening classes. Learn to cook for scratch and get away from processed foods. 304-241-4901 www.mykitchenwv.com See ad on page 31.

2014 Cover Photo Contest - We are seeking great photos of children or families for our cover. Photos must have good lighting, crisp and clear image, great color. See submission rules and guidelines on page 7. JANUARY National Staying Healthy Month - This is our Family Health edition. You will find many articles and tips for everyone in the family.

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January is "GO" Month - Get Organized.

January 1 Happy New Year 2014!

January 3 Spring term registration begins at WVU community Music Program.

Janaury 6 Spring classes begin at Morgantown Dance Studio.

January 6 Registration starts for Spring Classes at Monongalia County Technical Education Center. Registration times are Mon. - Thurs. 1:00 - 7:00, and Fridays. Classes start January 27.

January 19 The Addams Family Musical Comedy at The Clay Center One Clay Square, Charleston, WV. Welcome to the spooky and spectacular life of the Addams Family - Gomez, Mortica, Uncle Fester, Wednesday, Pugsley, Grandpa, and Lurch. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. 304-561-3570 www.theclaycenter. org.

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January 31 Inspire Your Heart With Art Day A day to celebrate art of all shapes, sizes, and varieties - fine art, music, dance, and more.

Art inspires us to be creative. Sign up for a dance class, learn to play an instrument, write a poem, learn a new painting technique, discover jewelry making, take a pottery class.

January 31-February 1 Monster Jam ® at the Charleston Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Dr. Charleston, WV. Fri. 6:30-9 p.m., Sat. 1-4 p.m., Sun. 6:30-9 p.m. 304.345.1500 www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com February is American Heart Month. It is a good time to remember that heart disease affects men and women alike.

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February 8 is Boy Scouts' Day February 13-16 Disney on Ice: Princesses and Heros Charleston Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Dr. Charleston, WV. Thurs. 7 p.m., Fri.10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m., Sun. 1 & 5 p.m. 304.345.1500 www.charlestonwvciviccenter.com February 14 Valentine's Day. Don't forget to tell those who are special in your life just how special they are. See page 10 for some healthy treats.

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February 20 Love Your Pet Day A day to love and pamper your pet, after all - pets are good for your health! If you don't have a pet, contact a local animal shelter and volunteer (or adopt).

February 25 Spay Day USA This is an annual observance to bring attention to the pet overpopulation problem in the US. According to American Humane Society, 5 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year. 60% of dogs and 70% of cats from animal shelters are euthanized every year because there is no space in these shelters. Spay or neuter your pet, and donate to help spay and neuter shelters animals who are waiting for a furrever home. 

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Stress, says Dr. Jennifer Ashton, author and former co-host of ABC’s The Revolution and CBS Medical Correspondent – and mother of two adolescents – is a part of life. As children and teens grow they experience new emotions and learning to deal with stress and anxiety is a vital skill they will use for life.

Dr. Ashton’s Tips for helping children and teens cope with stress: ; Write a Journal: Encourage your child to keep a journal.

Writing about their emotions can help young children better sort through their feelings and can lead to better health. ; Exercise: Studies have shown that walking or jogging for thirty minutes three times a week helped reduce stress – let your children blow off steam in the backyard, so they forget about what was troubling them. ; Listen to Music: Listening to relaxing music can reduce stress, but remember – Justin Bieber might not be relaxing to you, but it might be soothing for your son or daughter! ; Talk to Family and Friends: Talking about your emotions with friends and family can help to relieve stress and may make a child feel much better. Excessive talking though can make children feel worse. ; Healthy Eating: Good eating habits can boost a child or teen’s mood and will foster a positive relationship with food for years to come.  Dr. Ashton’s award-winning book, The Body Scoop for Girls (Penguin) is an approachable guide to teenage health. In her second book, Your Body Beautiful (Penguin), Dr. Ashton calls on her own beauty regimens, eating plan and fitness routines to offer a comprehensive health and life style guide for women age 30-50.

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Animals Provide A Different Form Of Therapy

By Kiki Bochi The unconditional acceptance of an animal can have amazing power. People with pets already know this. But now there is scientific proof of just how positive pets can be.

A small study at the University of Queensland in Australia found that the presence of an animal can significantly increase good social behaviors among children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

The study compared how children with ASD interacted with adults and their typically-developing peers when in the presence of two guinea pigs, compared to how they behaved in a room full of toys. They found that when in the presence of animals, children with ASD demonstrated more social behaviors like talking, looking at faces and making physical contact. The presence of animals also increased instances of smiling and laughing, and reduced frowning, whining and crying behaviors. What’s more, the children with ASD were more receptive to social advances from their peers in the presence of the animals than they were when playing with toys.

Do pets make us better people? That’s unclear, but past studies have shown that people are more likely to receive overtures of

friendship from strangers when walking a dog than when walking alone, and similar effects have been observed for people holding smaller animals like rabbits or turtles. The authors suggest that this “social lubricant” effect of animals on human social interactions can be particularly important for individuals with socio-emotional disabilities such as autism.

According to the reasearchers, the ability of an animal to help children with ASD connect to adults may help foster interactions with therapists, teachers or other adult figures. They add that animalassisted interventions may have applications in the classroom as well. 

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Family Matters

New Year's Resolutions for the Not-So-Perfect Parent 6 Resolutions To Help Parents Move Past Their Imperfections And Keep Going On Days They Want To Quit As A Not-So-Perfect Parent

neighbor is a single parent with two school-aged children. She recognizes her need for help in juggling her responsibilities and seeks out other moms to assist with car pool or after school care when the demands of her work schedule become overwhelming. Fellow moms understand the struggles of busy moms and are usually happy to help when asked.

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onsidering the innumerable parenting books I've read and parenting workshops I've attended, I should be a perfect parent. I'm not. I've been a parent long enough, however, to realize that if I keep pressing forward and do the best job I can with a loving and sincere heart, my kids won't be eternally scarred by my imperfections.

This year, instead of making resolutions about being a better parent, I decided to ponder a few resolutions on how to move past my imperfections and keep going on days I want to quit as a not-soperfect parent.

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1. Let go of the Mommy guilt. We all experience it from time to time. We do too much for our kids one day and the next day we do too little. One day we give them too much slack and the next day we nag them incessantly. Our parenting choices never seem right. Or maybe our thinking isn't right. Mommy guilt comes from the expectation that we need to be a perfect parent. News flash: a perfect mom doesn't exist. We can choose to let go of unrealistic expectations that keep us bound to guilt when we don't measure up.

2. Forgive myself when I fail. A defeated parent doesn't par-

ent effectively. When we barrage ourselves with negative self-talk over a poor parenting choice, we continue down a negative path.

Forgiving ourselves for less-than-stellar parenting moments allows us to begin again with a renewed mind and fresh perspective for our parenting challenges.

3. Seek out support from other moms on hard days. My January/February 2014

4. Listen to my heart on how to parent my child, instead of others' opinions. It's easy to run to the phone and ask our best

friend what to do when we're facing a difficult parenting moment, but if we step back and listen to our heart while considering our options, we make better decisions. Considering our child's personality (which we know better than anyone) as part of the parenting equation allows us to tailor our parenting in a healthier light.

5. Take time to run, or quilt, or whatever activity works for me to re-group when the parenting strain takes over. It's important to re-group and make time for self-care when we're about to go off the parenting cliff. Balancing parenting demands with activities we can look forward to and enjoy alone or with others, creates a well-rounded parent who can more effectively handle the strains of parenting.

6. Remember that my kids love me, even on days I'm a not-

so-perfect parent. Our kids don't expect us to be perfect parents. If they know we are doing our best to care for them, emotionally and physically, they love us on our good days and on days that aren't so good. I heard the reply of a young child recently when asked what he thought about his mom's significant weight loss. "I don't see her any different - I love her either way 'cuz she's my mom."

As you start a new year, do you have resolutions to consider as a not-so-perfect parent? Do you need a mindset do-over that includes room for imperfection and second chances as a parent?

Perhaps that's the ticket to success this year on your not-so-perfect parenting journey.  As a freelance journalist, Gayla Grace loves sharing experiences to encourage other parents. She is thankful for her five children,

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ou already know how important regular exercise is in helping your children grow strong and healthy. But what you may not know is that there is now scientific proof that physical activity also helps make kids more relaxed, confident, and emotionally stable.

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In the first study of its kind, researchers measured the connection between activity and surges in cortisol, a hormone linked to stress.

The results, published in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, offer evidence that exercise plays a key role in helping children cope with stressful situations.

The findings suggest physical activity plays a role in mental health by buffering children from the effects of daily stressors, said the study's lead author, Silja Martikainen.

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The study monitored physical activity and cortisol levels in 8-year-old children, who wore devices on their wrists to measure their physical activity. To measure their reactions to stress, the children were assigned arithmetic and story-telling tasks, and saliva samples were taken to measure cortisol levels. The results showed the most active childrens' cortisol levels were the least reactive to stressful situations.

Clearly, there is a link between mental and physical well-being, but the nature of the connection is not well understood. These results suggest exercise promotes mental health by regulating the stress hormone response to stressors. 

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