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Ask The Expert: College Financial Aid 101

Each year, more than $200 billion is available in financial aid from the federal government, state governments, colleges and private organizations. As a Certified Financial Planner specializing in the area of college financial planning, Bob Traitz regularly uncovers the strategies that qualify a student for scholarship, grant and financial aid.

Parenting Your Introvert or Extrovert

With children back in school, parents often wonder how their little introvert or extrovert is doing on the social front. The bottom line on "innies or outies" - it's all good!

Best Wii Games for Family Time

Planning a family game night? Or are you ahead of the curve and already looking for good holiday presents for the kiddos? Either way, check out Parenting.com's recent list of Wii games that are sure to please the whole family.

Halloween Costumes for Tween Girls

This can be a tough age when it comes to Halloween costumes. We've got some fun options that work great solo or with a group of friends.

Resume Writing – And Career Planning – After Hiatus From Job Market

For many moms, the biggest question is “where to begin?” when it comes to creating a resume after a hiatus from the work force. Fran Kelley, a Certified Professional Resume Writer as well as a Certified Job & Career Transition Coach, hears that question a lot and has all the answers for us.

Junior Paddle Clinics at Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club

Looking for a fun fall and winter sport for your child? Check out Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club's Junior Paddle Clinics. The weekly clinics are lead by Cynthia Dardis, the #1 nationally-ranked paddle professional, and include lots of  drills, strategy, and match play suitable for all levels of juniors.

Have a Math Homework Question? Kahn Academy to the Rescue!

With more than 3,000 instructional videos, Kahn Academy is a go-to site for homework help, particularly math and science. Each short video provides a step-by-step breakdown of a specific topic, making it easier for kids of all ages to understand a concept.

Healthier Eating in a Snap

Carrots and peas? Sure Mom. Broccoli? Pile it on please! Wouldn't that be a great dinner conversation? No problem says Stacey Antine, M.S., R.D., founder of Healthbarn USA.

The New “IT” Water Bottles – They’re Foldable!

Originally designed with hikers and cyclists in mind, Vapur drink pouches have hit it big with kids too!

Raising Confident Kids

All parents seek to raise confident children who blossom into confident teens and adults. But exactly how do we do that? Dr. Peggy Drexler, a research psychologist, has an answer and it might not be what you think.

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