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Not your mother’s baby doll – technology puts a twist on classic toys

As more technologies enter the market that are durable, affordable and designed specifically for kids, playtime has been revolutionized. New twists to classic playroom staples are helping foster independent play, motor skills, imagination and language development. Luckily, kids are totally on board, with 72 million reporting they want smart toys, according to recent research conducted by Interpret. Robots may be the wave of the future, but toys hitting shelves now are already taking their inspiration from technological advances and trends. Here are a few toys to consider. Interactive dolls These are not the baby dolls you may remember from your own childhood. The old standard has evolved into new high-tech, interactive dolls that engage children and can help them reach their developmental milestones. For example, the more little ones talk to the Baby Amaze Learn to Talk & Read Baby Doll by VTech, the more words and phrases the doll will learn and repeat. Parents and children can also read from the three included books featuring more than 70 words to help expand basic vocabulary. This baby doll encourages

nurturing role-play by asking for her pacifier, bottle and more. When kids press the buttons and put the bottle or pacifier in her mouth, they will be able to explore fun interactive activities such as talking, reading, caring and music. For reactions and interactive play, hide and uncover the eyes of the Peek & Learn Doll, which helps children learn body parts, counting and nurturing concepts. The doll also plays a variety of familiar melodies and includes a baby bottle.

Convert the high chair into a bassinet and the doll will fall asleep while listening to classic nursery rhymes and lullabies. It includes piano keys that introduce numbers and counting, and plays piano sounds in music mode. More information can be found at vtechkids.com/babyamaze.

For parents who want more from their child’s playtime, consider taking tech features into account at the toy store. You can maximize learning and fun at the same time. (STATEPOINT)

High-tech pretend Technology advancements have already brought parents baby gear like Onesies with built-in sensors and baby monitors with smartphone capabilities. Now kids caring for their baby dolls can mimic this trend with new tech features in accompanying gear. Check out VTech’s Baby Amaze 3-in-1 Care & Learn Stroller, which has a smart sensor that recognizes when it’s being moved and plays sing-along songs about letters, colors, places and animals. Transform the stroller into a high chair to hear baby care reminders that introduce nurturing concepts and healthy habits while children pretend to feed the doll. Turn the book’s pages on the tray to learn about different foods and nutrition.

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Holiday retail sales are expected to increase anywhere between 3 and 4 percent during the 2015 shopping season, according to estimates by various experts in the industry. That’s down slightly from 2014, but higher than the National Retail Federation’s 10-year average of 2.5 percent. But before you pull out the plastic credit cards this year, you should take stock of your financial situation. That means getting a copy of your credit report to gauge your credit payment obligations before the holidays. Consumers can get an annual free copy of their credit report from each of the three nationwide credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Go to annualcreditreport.com. “Better to review what you owe currently before taking on additional debt that might be a strain on

your budget,” said Stuart K. Pratt, president and CEO of the Consumer Data Industry Association. “Many consumers get caught up in the holiday spirit and focus on the many gifts and presents they want to purchase for family and friends. Then the bills start arriving in January and along with them realization that the payments are due. Budgeting for expenses based on an overview of current credit obligations is a much more responsible way to go about it.” Another benefit of reviewing your credit report now is to check to make sure everything is in order before you hit the shopping mall. If you see something in your report that is wrong, then you will have plenty of time to clear it up. Notify the credit bureau if there is an issue. They will send all the information provided to them to the appropriate lender and

then let you know what the resolution is. Pratt noted that encouraging consumers to get a copy of their free credit report is part of a much larger consumer initiative called the National Consumer Assistance Plan that the nationwide credit bureaus have implemented. “With only about a third of consumers getting their free annual credit report, our goal is to engage with consumers and increase that percentage. Getting your credit report is key to better understanding your personal finances,” said Pratt. Studies show that managing credit and debt obligations are a key factor in longterm financial security, he noted. The campaign will roll out over the next several years. (NAPS)

Hosting a healthy, safe holiday party It’s the holiday season – which for many people means parties galore. Whether you’re hosting a sit-down or buffet-style dinner, the pressure of entertaining can be overwhelming. For a healthy and safe holiday party, consider some helpful holiday advice from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Holiday parties are a great way to bring food, family and friends together,” says registered dietitian nutritionist and Academy Spokesperson, Nancy Farrell. “It is important to make hosting as stress-free as possible so you can enjoy this quality time with loved ones.” Plan ahead This includes choosing the menu, grocery shopping and equipping your kitchen with all the necessary supplies. “Don’t forget paper towels, plenty of soap for a quick and safe clean up, a food thermometer to make sure all

food is properly cooked, and shallow containers for storing leftovers,” Farrell says. Remember, it is possible to have flavorful food without added fat and calories. Limit creamy dishes, fried foods and extra salt. “Instead, serve a Greek yogurt dip for an appetizer, flavor the turkey with a fat-free broth instead of butter, and top vegetables like broccoli with lemon juice rather than a creamy cheese sauce,” Farrell says. Also, offer plenty of choices for all holiday guests, including vegetarians, those with allergies, gluten intolerance, diabetes and other health restrictions. “If necessary, make two separate dishes or place sauces with offending foods on the side to accommodate all guests,” Farrell says. More concerning than simply going off your healthy diet, is that food safety rules may be forgotten when throwing a party. Food poisoning is a serious

concern that must not be overlooked. “Forty-eight million people get sick with food poisoning per year,” Farrell says. “Follow proper food safety practices before, during and after the gathering to help keep guests safe.” Start by washing hands, all produce and kitchen surfaces. When cooking, use a food thermometer to ensure all items are cooked to a safe temperature. Don’t leave any food out of the refrigerator for more than two hours. If food is served buffet-style, set a timer as a reminder to replace the food every two hours. Refrigerate all leftovers immediately in shallow containers. For more information on healthful eating, nutritious recipes and food safety, visit www.eatright.org and consult a registered dietitian nutritionist. Holidays are a time of celebration, but whether you are a host or guest, stay healthy and safe during this joyous season. (STATEPOINT)

Americans donate billions of dollars and millions of hours of their time to charity every year – and much of that generosity occurs during the holidays. Here are some ideas for meaningful ways to give back during the hustle and bustle of this holiday season that won’t wreak havoc with your calendar. • Ask your company to match a cash donation to the charity of your choice. Many companies budget funds to use at the end of the year in support of employees’ charitable donations. Check to see if your employer has a matching program – it’s a great and easy way to increase the amount of your donation. • Many churches and community organizations sponsor “adopt-a-family” programs during the holidays. These groups identify families in need within their local community, create anonymous lists of items the families need, and make them available to anyone who wants to help. The group then coordinates collection of the items and often even delivers them to the families. • Make holiday purchases from companies that support the community. For example, Hickory Farms, the well-known holiday food-gift brand that’s been around for more than 60 years, partners annually with No Kid Hungry to donate $5 to the charity for every Signature Party Planner Gift Box purchased during the holidays. No Kid Hungry, the leading national nonprofit group, works to end childhood hunger in America by ensuring all kids get the healthy food they need every day. Since first teaming up with No Kid Hungry in 2008, Hickory Farms has contributed more than $4 million to provide nutritious meals to children where they live, learn and play. The Signature Party Planner contains some of Hickory Farms’ best-loved specialty foods, including their award-winning Signature Beef Summer Sausage and Turkey Summer Sausage, four cheeses, crunchy snack mixes, and two specialty mustards. Visit your local Hickory Farms Holiday Market or hickoryfarms.com to learn more. • Holiday baking is a much-loved tradition. Why not bake extra when making your holiday cookies and treats and deliver them to seniors or families in need in your neighborhood? Making six-dozen cookies doesn’t cost much more than making fourdozen, yet the payoff of good feelings can be huge. • Ring in the New Year by taking a few minutes to clean out your closet and donate gently used clothes you no longer need to a charitable organization that resells or distributes clothing. These organizations use the proceeds from sales to fund outreach programs to help people in need throughout the year. • Do something simple and unexpected for someone you don’t know. The next time you go through the drive-through, tell the cashier you want to pay for the order of the car behind you. It’s a simple act of generosity and kindness that can mean so much to someone during the busy, hectic holiday season. • Next time you are at a restaurant, double the amount of the tip you would usually leave. You’ll make someone’s day and create a lasting, positive impression that could inspire that person to pay it forward with a kind act to someone else in need. (BPT)

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‘Tis the season for good etiquette In today’s fast paced, eat-on-the-run world, it seems very few of us make time for a regular sit down meal at the dinner table. That’s until the holidays roll around, when the pressure’s on to be perfect. Before you read any further, ask yourself – are you confident with your table manners, or do you have to take your cues by watching others? “Etiquette has truly become a lost art,” says manners coach, Dubravka Vujinovic. “People are busy on their cell phones or watching television and they’ve lost sight that having a family meal is a great way to connect family members. Manners should be important at every meal, whether you are sitting down to a formal dinner or a casual afternoon get-together.” Vujinovic is one of the etiquette coaches at dinnerware giant Replacements, Ltd. Throughout the holidays, the company hears from folks looking for a crash course in social graces. It doesn’t matter if you’re the guest, or the host – ‘tis the season for good manners and proper etiquette.

Remember – forks go to the left, spoons and knives to the right, with the sharp side of the knife turned toward the dinner plate. Place utensils in the order they will be used according to the courses you plan to serve. Very importantly, don’t set the table with implements you don’t plan to use. “If you aren’t serving soup or salad, then you don’t want an extra spoon or fork in your place setting. Not only will these extra pieces get in the way and create extra clean up, it may be confusing for your guests,” Vujinovic says. The bread plate goes to the left of the dinner plate, water glasses and other beverages to the right. Water glasses should be the only glass filled before your guests arrive. Wait to fill iced tea, wine and other drinks until after your guests are seated. Don’t panic if you’re not sure about the proper place setting for each meal. Vujinovic says you can find “cheat sheets” or place setting guides on Replacements’ website, under the “neat things” tab.

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Always pass food around the table counterclockwise to the right without serving yourself first. Pass the salt and pepper as a set, even if you are only asked for one. Ladies should always blot their lips before sitting down to the table, to keep from getting lipstick stains on linen napkins or glassware. If you’re not sure which utensil to use with each course, start on the outside and work toward the plate. And don’t forget... Remember, the host/hostess always sits last. This person will let you know when it’s OK to begin eating by offering a blessing or statement or perhaps passing a dish. Don’t cut more than one or two bites of food at a time and never butter an entire roll or piece of bread. Rather, pinch off one or two small pieces and butter those first. If you need to excuse yourself temporarily, place your napkin on your chair to indicate you are coming back. Signify you are finished with your meal by placing your napkin to the left of the dinner plate and your

fork and knife side by side diagonally across your plate with the sharp side of the knife blade facing inward and the fork tines down. Perhaps most importantly, don’t bring your cell phone to the table. Vujinovic emphasizes good manners transcends all ages. “I think it’s very important to start teaching your children proper manners even at a young age,” Vujinovic says. “As I’ve noticed with my own children, kids are very open-minded when it comes to learning, so if you introduce them to etiquette now, this will become habit and stay with them throughout their lives.” Should you cause a major holiday fumble by accidently breaking a piece of the host’s dinnerware, you should certainly offer to replace the piece. If you don’t know the name of the pattern or manufacturer, you’re in luck – Replacements offers a free identification service. Still hungry for more tips? Vujinovic says you can find additional etiquette do’s and don’ts on Replacements’ YouTube page.

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Bust holiday-hosting stress with these five smart party-planning tactics When it comes to holiday get-togethers, no mood-killer is worse than a stressed-out host or hostess. Your guests may be willing to brave snowy roads, low temperatures and the fruitcake they know you’ll serve, but if you’re too frantic to enjoy their company, they won’t enjoy yours, either. This holiday season, try some stressbusting tactics to ensure you stay calm, your party runs smoothly, and your guests arrive to a warm welcome. Here are five ways to minimize party-planning, prep and presentation stressors. Become a fixture at your local rental store Stop scouring the house for enough chairs to seat everyone, agonizing over not having enough tables, or worrying which of your grandmother’s prized china dishes will crash to the floor during this year’s party. Renting the items you need spares you the time, logistical challenges and expense of buying or borrowing. What’s more, you don’t have to worry about where you’ll store rarely used items – such as chafing dishes or linens – from year-to-year. Local rental stores carry a range of products perfect for holiday gatherings, such as tables and chairs, dishes and silverware, warming trays, lighting, centerpieces – even portable dance floors. To find an American Rental Association member store in your area, visit www. rentalHQ.com. Just remember to contact them and reserve your items early, as the holidays are a busy time for rental stores. Take a shortcut to menu planning Your guests can only eat so much turkey, ham, green bean casserole and fruitcake,

with a dish or two from your favorite restaurant. Or, you can go all-out and have the entire affair catered. Tactics for easier decorating Unless you started a week before Halloween, you may not have the time to decorate the whole house from top to bottom like something out of a home decorating show. Instead, decorate wisely and timeefficiently by focusing your attention on key areas guests are most likely to see. A great entryway sets the mood, and a well-decorated kitchen and dining room evoke a festive atmosphere. Don’t overlook the powder room. A scented candle on the vanity and some sleigh bells on the doorknob are both decorative and practical. And go ahead and buy that pre-lit Christmas tree – you’ll save scads of time not having to untangle lights and get them in just the right spot on the tree.

you’ll need to flesh out your menu, even though you may not have the time to be creative. Figuring out what to make besides the must-have traditional favorites can be a drag, but an online search can make the task easier. A plethora of websites offers not just great recipes to try, but entire suggested menus. Some smart online searching can yield a host of ideas, even if you’re hosting people with special dietary needs, like vegan or gluten-free. Some sites even allow you to plug in preferred ingredients, dietary restrictions, etc. and have a menu generated for you.

Cheat shamelessly on food prep In a perfect world, your holiday meal prep would run like a precision instrument, and all your dishes would be done at exactly the same time and arrive on the table at the same moment. Who lives in that world? In reality, making food a day or two – or even a week – ahead, freezing it, and heating it when you need it is a much smarter way to get everything on the table in a timely manner. Or, you can buy prepared items from your grocery store – like brown-and-serve rolls, cook-and-serve sides, etc. – and “doctor” them to be more like your own. Another option is to supplement your own cooking

Simplify your spirits You could make yourself crazy trying to prepare for everyone’s spirit wish list – but don’t. Simplify your beverage service with one good red, a fine white, and one each of a domestic, imported and light beer. If you must serve cocktails, wow your guests with a single “signature” holiday cocktail that’s easy to whip up. You can find plenty of holiday cocktail ideas online. Staging a holiday celebration doesn’t have to be stressful, if you use resources like rental stores and pre-made items and ideas to make the task easier. So, invite your guests and enjoy their company during the holiday season.

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