Recently married, widowed or divorced? Switched jobs and no longer have to drive as far to get to work? Have a child who is about to turn 16 and start driving? These are just some of the life events that can dramatically impact the rates you pay for insurance.
Improving your child's math skills with fun, educational programs
How do you tell the difference between an online game that is a valuable educational tool and those that are merely fun? It may be difficult to assess the educational value of computer programs aimed at children - especially those aged 4 to 9.
Kids' health: Getting the right nutrition at the right age
From the time you first bring your baby home, ensuring your little one is getting the nutrition he needs is critical. As your baby grows, those nutritional needs change, requiring different types of diets.
Why the recession can be a good thing for those in debt
It's been a tough few years for most Americans, facing a constricting national - and world - economy, job losses, pay cuts and a tough employment market. It can certainly be difficult to see the good in those circumstances, but helpful things can come out of these challenging times. You don't need to be a Pollyanna, but taking a practical look at how the recession affects your personal finances can show that there are some positives.
Virtual schools 'clicking' for many students this school year
A record number of students are heading back to school this year - without ever stepping foot inside a classroom. A growing number of virtual schools (also known as cyber schools or e-schools), combined with booming parent (and student) demand for high-quality virtual education, have more students than ever logging on, instead of boarding a school bus, this back-to-school season.
Seniors: When it comes to talking with your doctor, don't be shy
With 25 years experience in health care, as a nurse and now certified physician assistant, Patti Emfinger admits that when she's in an examination room as a patient, she used to feel a little hesitant about talking with her doctor beyond exchanging pleasantries and basic information. For Emfinger, the best outcomes are achieved when patients and health care professionals work together.
With summer around the corner, you might be thinking about a vacation or what to do to keep the kids busy. Luckily, you've come a long way from the days of guidebooks and day planners. Today, you have smartphones to help plan summer vacation activities with ease.
Minimize your morning stress and get your kids to school on time
You know the feeling - waking up with far too little sleep, quickly preparing to go to work and coaxing your kids to get them to school on time. Mornings can be tough for families that are on the go.
Teens: Join Twilight's Nikki Reed to 'do something' good this summer
Are you a teen that is going to camp, hosting a neighborhood block party, or playing baseball this summer? Are you a parent who wants to encourage your child to do something good for others or get more involved in their community? This summer, join the Do Something 101 school supply drive: www.dosomething101.org.
Children learn the basics - math, English and science - at school. But when it comes to learning about saving and spending money wisely, the lessons begin at home.
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