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children separation anxiety

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Please don’t go: Separation anxiety and children

School will be starting soon before we know it. With the start of school, we see preschoolers and even older elementary school-age children having a difficult time with the transition and being away from home and loved ones. The Illinois Early Learning Project has a great tip sheet that helps parents address separation anxiety in children. They say it is often hard for a parent or other loved one to leave a young child who cries and clings. The child […]

todayJuly 28, 2023 54

heat

Food & Drink News

Heat stricken citizens get used to new norms, coping strategies

It’s hard to deny that many areas of the mainland U.S. is suffering from one of the most intense heat waves in recent times. However, while extreme weather conditions are more likely to remain the norm from here on out, it’s true that citizens are using all methods they can to contend with the weather. Some of these solutions require investment. Perhaps some make use of enhanced sun exposure. Some have calibrated jury-rigged solutions that help take the edge off […]

todayJuly 21, 2023 57

family

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Tips for a fun “family night in” in July

It’s hard to think about Independence Day without visions of flags and fireworks appearing. The holiday event is rich with traditions that help us celebrate our country’s heritage with pride and a sense of belonging. Families also have a wealth of traditions that help us feel special and part of a group. During July, you can celebrate the traditions that have been passed down in your family. You can also start a few new ones. Taking a break from the summer sporting events […]

todayJuly 7, 2023 21

Air fryer

Food & Drink News

Discover why air fryers are a popular countertop appliance

CLINTON — Air fryers have become a popular kitchen countertop appliance because they are easy to use, energy-efficient, cook a variety of foods, and clean up easily. If your air fryer sits unused or you are considering purchasing one, plan to attend the University of Illinois Extension’s class at Vespasian Warner Public Library. Hot and Fast: Cooking with an Air Fryer will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on August 10. It will be at Vespasian Warner Public Library, […]

todayJuly 6, 2023 771

life legacy

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Strategies for preserving your life legacy

Life can be unpredictable. We never know when our time will come to an end. Consider this blog post a planning guide for those moments that may seem daunting but with the right life strategies you'll always have something special left behind after your journey on earth is complete. Uncover ways of making sure cherished memories survive by cherishing relationships or preserving belongings through travel and protecting what matters most - whether it's family heirlooms, photographs, businesses...your legacy lives on! […]

todayApril 12, 2023 461

home move

Business & Lifestyle

Four tips to making a home move hassle-free

Are you planning to move from your current home? This is going to be a big decision and one that you need to think about carefully. It’s also often listed as one of the most stressful experiences that you can go through in your adult life. That’s why it’s worth exploring steps that you can take to make things easier. These are our suggestions. Find a new home One of the first things you need to do to make the […]

todayApril 5, 2023 291

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Five tips for creating powerful affirmations

Since we have started a new year, and that usually involves resolutions on changes and how we will improve ourselves, I thought this would be a good time to share this article written by Extension Educator Michele Crawford. Michele says: Often when I talk to adults about self-care the conversation leads to changes people want to make in their life. These changes may be physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual. This seems natural as taking the time to recognize where we […]

todayJanuary 30, 2023 251

grandparent

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Seven ways to be a great grandparent

How exciting to learn that you are going to be grandparents! Your child and their partner is ready to have a baby and is now pregnant. This means you are put in a very important position as a grandparent. Grandparents are very important to children, and they helped to shape them and teach them and help them to grow. It's not just about snacks and treats and being spoiled, there is an important role for grandparents to play. There was […]

todayJanuary 3, 2023 21

children screen time

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The effects of excessive screen time

I would like to share this article written by Illinois Extension intern Sharon Kim. Sharon says: Screens seem to be everywhere in the form of phones, laptops, tablets, and even watches. We have to think about how we function in an environment with screens constantly being utilized in our lives. According to the CDC, children ages 8-10 have a screen usage time of around six hours. Pre-teens and early teenagers spend around nine hours a day in front of a […]

todayNovember 14, 2022 14

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