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Tips To Save on Winter Clothes For Kids
Let’s face it. Where we live, you need to layer up in the winter months! But many times adding winter clothes to your child’s wardrobe can be a costly and even frustrating process (they just keep growing!). We’ve compiled some tips to help you keep your kiddos warm and reel in your spending. Sales! First things first, HIT THE SALES. January-April is actually a great time to stock up on items you need. The after-Christmas and end of season sales offer top quality brands at lower price points. Plus, since it doesn’t usually warm up in these parts ‘til around April, you can still get some use out of them this season. If your children are still growing, …
January 2, 2014
Know Your Winter Storm Weather Lingo
Winter storms are a part of your life if you are a resident in Carson, Douglas County or Washoe County, but do you know the difference between a storm advisory and a storm warning? We’ve compiled the most common storm-related lingo so you and your family can be as prepared as possible should mother nature decide to “bring on the snow!” Some lingo you should know. Winter Storm Outlook– Always check what the weather conditions will be for several days after a storm, don’t just assume the storm is a singular day. Winter Weather Advisory- Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences when winter weather advisory is issued. If your area receives a winter storm …
December 27, 2013
5 For Friday: 5 Benefits of Ginger
Ginger has long been used as a spice to foods and has played a large role in many cuisine dishes from Asia. However, it is now gaining popularity in the west and ladies and gents…this little root packs a big punch! Here are things that make ginger just that much more awesome! Haven’t been feeling hungry? Eat fresh ginger just before lunch to stoke a dull appetite and fire up the digestive juices. Ginger improves the absorption and assimilation of essential nutrients in the body. Ginger clears the microcirculatory channels of the body, including the pesky sinuses that tend to flare up. Feeling motion sick or airsick? Chew on ginger, preferably tossed in a little honey to relieve symptoms. …
Kids Got Skills?
We reached out to the amazing pediatrics team at Carson Medical Group Carson Tahoe Health to help us identify at what age we should be teaching our children basic life and motor skills. If you and your child are at home enjoying the holiday break, consider trying a few! First things first, it’s important to remember that children develop at different speeds, and that’s ok. These are recommendations about what generally works best for each child. If you have any questions about your children’s developmental skills, you should consult your pediatrician! Ages 2-3 This is the average age when kids begin to learn basic skills, they mainly include grooming and some help with chores. Here’s what you can …
December 26, 2013
How To: Drive in Winter Conditions
Ok, we know… you learned how to drive when you were 16… but in case you don’t happen to have your Driver’s Ed handbook handy, we thought we’d provide you with a quick refresher on winter weather driving. The cold weather and pending harsh conditions require everyone to be more aware and to take additional measures to be as safe as possible on the roads. Driving in Snow and Ice If there is a blizzard or extreme snowfall, the best advice is to not drive if at all possible. If you can, wait until snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work. It’s also important to allow for extra time driving. Rushing in this weather …
December 16, 2013
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