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					  <title><![CDATA[Creating A Custom Playground At Home -- Without Breaking the Bank]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Instead of investing in yet another computer game, you can
create a custom playground for your children in your own backyard. These
playgrounds are much easier and more affordable than you might expect. You can
enjoy knowing your children are safe and active with all the convenience of
home, instead of exposing your children to the less than desirable germs and
acquaintances that frequent public playgrounds.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">You know your children better than anyone and, as a result,
you know what they will enjoy and what will be ignored. Coax them out into the
sunshine and away from the television and computer games with exciting and
engaging swing sets, bounce and jump houses and delightful children's
furniture.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Swing Sets Set The
Mood<o:p></o:p></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">We all grew up with swing sets. There probably isn&#8217;t a child
on the planet that doesn't enjoy being pushed on a swing or hanging from monkey
bars. In addition to the fun, your child will develop upper body strength and
eye-hand coordination crucial to school success and good health. You can invest
in a sturdy wooden swing set, sanded smooth and treated against the elements
for an attractive addition to your yard that is bound to please your children
and their friends.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">There are swing sets for every budget available and
accessories can be added as your children grow and develop, creating an
ever-changing opportunity for fun and fitness. Dragon tire swings, gliders,
bucket swing seats for the little ones and countless other additions are
available from reputable online swing set suppliers.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Build Healthy Bodies
With Bounce and Jump Houses<o:p></o:p></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Bounce and jump houses provide the safety of inflatable fun
with the thrill of a water park, all in your own backyard. Whatever your
child's interest, be it race cars, rainbows or castles, there are numerous
bounce and jump houses available to choose from. Many bounce and jump houses
include pools, slides and even spraying fountains, guaranteed to get your kids
outside and active during the long summer days.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">Bounce and jump houses are great additions to any summer
birthday party, barbeque or family get together. Tunnels and caves will invite
your youngsters to climb, hop, slide and slither through a variety of obstacles
and you will delight to hear their squeals of laughter, knowing they are safe
at home and having the time of their lives.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="">Children's Furniture<o:p></o:p></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Precariously balanced on a stack of phone books in an adult
chair is how most of us grew up. Unsafe and unwieldy, trying to accommodate a
small child in grown up furniture can be risky at best. Your children will love
having tables and chairs designed with their bodies in mind. <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bestpricetoys.com/Childrens-Furniture-Kids-Furniture/">Children's
furniture</a> is sturdy and easy to clean and assist children in developing their
good table manners by giving them a table of their own and chairs unlikely to
tip or fall.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">You can encourage your children to pick up their clothes
with a clothes tree and help them safely reach those out of reach toys with a
step-up bench. Toy chests and whimsical bed frames can make your child's
bedroom into yet another playground.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Make creating your children's custom playground an even
better experience by including them in the planning process. Explain to them
your budget and then get online and let them participate in the decision
process. They will develop a better understanding of finances and will have a
stronger ownership of their playground once it arrives, making them more likely
to make use of your family's investment.</p>

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					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 17:39:20 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Baby Food Made Easy]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[With <a href="http://www.bustlingbaby.com/" target="_blank">new parents</a> frequently on a tight budget and food<br/>quality concerns on the rise, many parents are opting to<br/>make their own baby food and really enjoying the results.<br/>Baby gets healthy foods that mom or dad make for them and<br/>mom and dad get to save money either for college or<br/>vacations or a new house or whatever makes sense for the<br/>growing family.<br/><br/>The Supplies<br/><br/>The most important supply for <a href="http://www.bustlingbaby.com/" target="_blank">making your own baby food</a> is<br/>a good blender or baby food mill. At the beginning, your<br/>baby is going to need her food very finely pureed. You will<br/>also need a storage option. Frequently, moms will initially<br/>freeze the baby food in ice cube trays and then transfer<br/>the cubes to freezer bags. Your favorite retailer will have<br/>ice cube trays if you do not have one.<br/><br/>The Food<br/><br/>You will probably start your baby on produce, and there is<br/>no right or wrong produce to use first. Choose produce that<br/>is fresh and in season as very few babies have allergies to<br/>vegetables. Keep in mind that corn is hard on a baby's<br/>tummy and can be an allergen. Cruciferous vegetables such<br/>as broccoli and cauliflower can be particularly gassy and<br/>you may need to avoid them with your baby. Try to use the<br/>fruits and vegetables you buy within two days if they are<br/>fresh. You can use frozen varieties as well.<br/><br/>Watch for Nitrates<br/><br/>Some vegetables, such as carrots, green beans, spinach,<br/>squash, and beets, contain nitrates, which in high levels<br/>can be dangerous for your baby. Because you do not want to<br/>avoid these foods, you need to make sure that you are not<br/>increasing the nitrates that are found in them. Use only<br/>bottled water or water that has been tested for nitrates in<br/>your baby food preparation. Also, avoid storing these foods<br/>for long after they have been cooked, unless you are going<br/>to freeze them, because this can increase the number of<br/>nitrates they contain.<br/><br/>Making the Food<br/><br/>Wash your fruits and vegetables before you begin. If there<br/>is a skin on the food, peel it. Foods such as apples or<br/>squash can be cooked prior to being pureed. Baking,<br/>boiling, or steaming is the most nutritious way to do this.<br/>You then add a little liquid to the food, which could be<br/>breast milk or the water the food was cooked in, and grind<br/>or puree the food until it is the desired consistency.<br/>Avoid chunking foods if your baby is just starting on<br/>solids. As he adjusts to this new way of eating, you can<br/>make the food chunkier. Keep out the amount of food you<br/>need for no more than two days, and then freeze the rest in<br/>ice cube trays. When you are ready to introduce meats, make<br/>sure they are cooked thoroughly, and use the same process.<br/>Soon your baby will not need the food to be pureed, but<br/>until that time, you can feed her food that you know is<br/>fresh, healthy, and tasty by making it yourself.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (David Cummings)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:05:15 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[What Are the Requirements to Be An Au Pair?]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">The au pair program is a visa that allows foreign nationals to visit the <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">United States</st1:place></st1:country-region> and provide child care services to a host family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>It is a wonderful opportunity for you to explore the culture of the <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">US</st1:place></st1:country-region> and share your country&#8217;s history and customs with appreciative Americans.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>It is also a chance for the Au Pair to get the educational benefit of attending American colleges.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:01:53 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Preparing for the Arrival of Your Au Pair]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Once you have decided on the advantages of hosting an au pair in your home, there are a number of things your family can do to prepare for the visit.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:49:13 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Parents Turn to Au Pairs for Reliable In-Home Childcare]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Live-in babysitters are growing in popularity as single parents and two-career couples struggle to find ways to provide care for their children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>However, parents are understandably worried about letting a stranger care for their children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>In an effort to make childcare more personal, a growing number of families today are choosing au pairs as a way to find pre-screened childcare workers.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:47:24 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Changing American Society Creates a Demand for Chinese Au Pairs]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">The concept of an au pair is not new.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>A young woman or occasionally a young man comes to stay in this country offering childcare services in return for room and board and a small allowance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>The immigrant gets a host family and access to American colleges while the family gets a flexible, live-in childcare provider.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>Both parties get the benefit of rich cultural exchange.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:56:43 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Can Families with Special Needs Children Host Au Pairs?]]></title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Many families love the idea of fostering cultural exchange by hosting an au pair in their home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>However some may wonder if they are eligible for the program if their children have special needs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>They will be happy to know that numerous candidates have been successfully placed in homes with special needs children.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:50:49 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Are You Ready For An Au Pair?]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[
<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">When considering options for child care many families enjoy the cultural opportunities in sponsoring an au pair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </span>The experience can be rich and rewarding for all parties and most participants are very satisfied.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></p>]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Christine OKelly)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:35:49 EDT</pubDate>
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					  <description><![CDATA[Child safety is an ongoing issue and the only way to ensure your child's health and well being is to adopt a safety culture in your home.]]></description>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Give Your Children The Benefits Of A Foreign Language By Hosting An Au Pair]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[What if I could tell you a way to enhance your child's cognitive development, future educational performance, and even job opportunities as an adult?]]></description>
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