Lifestyle

Overview The financial statistic report, “The Nilson Report,” estimates that the average American household credit card debt is around $16,000, notes CreditCards.com. When you use your credit card irresponsibly or don’t keep track of your purchases, they can all add…
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Overview Infant safety includes the use of a car seat during travel in vehicles. The Graco Infant Restraint/Carrier is a popular brand among parents and caregivers due to its affordable price, availability at numerous retailers, and the variety of colors,…
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Annuities are an investment vehicle sold by insurance companies to provide a fixed income throughout retirement. Annuities provide tax-deferred earnings and the option to turn principal in the annuity into a lifelong source of income. While annuities are a common…
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1. Get Blood Flowing Nitrate pills dilate your blood vessels, relieve chest pain and improve heart function. They are most frequently prescribed to treat angina . Angina causes frequent chest pains due to an inadequate flow of oxygen-rich blood to…
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1. Use for Effective Birth Control Combined injectable contraceptives (CICs) contain both estrogen and progestin. Women taking these contraceptives receive one injection approximately every thirty days. Two common brand names for these drugs are Cyclofem and Mesigyna. The biggest advantage…
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Overview If you and your partner are having trouble communicating, you’re hardly alone. Communication problems are the ticking time bombs in a relationship. Without solutions, eventually you can expect a blow up. But if you can learn to express yourself…
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Overview Flying may be the fastest way to reach your destination, but it isn’t always the least stressful if you have children. Though flying with children adds a layer of complexity to your trip, you can avoid potential problems by…
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Overview Nobody weds thinking the marriage will end up in a divorce. But if you do find yourself on the outs with your spouse, there is a way to legally divorce while minimizing the potential complications. A no-fault divorce could…
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Overview Your credit score is how credit reporting agencies rate your worthiness to receive credit, based on things such as debt, income and history of timely payments. A credit report lists details about why the credit score is the way…
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1. A States’ Right Issue Same sex marriage laws have been granted jurisdiction on a state level, despite it technically being a federal sanction that prevents same sex union. However the Supreme Court deemed that such laws would be delegated…
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1. Step Back From the Day-to-Day If you own a business, you need to create a plan to turn over the day-to-day operations of the company to a successor as you semi-retire. Establish a mentoring relationship with the person you…
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Overview Many U.S. states offer legal separation as an alternative to divorce. Although the details may differ among states, the basic differences between legal separation and divorce remain the same. These differences may lead a couple to choose one over…
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Overview The newborn period, otherwise known as the neonatal period, is the first 28 days of a person’s life, according to the World Health Organization. For brand new parents, these 28 days can mark a time of unprecedented joy interspersed…
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Overview Your credit report is not immune from errors, including on-time payments being reported as late. The lender might report the information incorrectly or the credit bureau might make an error when inputting it into your records. FICO, the largest…
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Overview A child’s sensitive skin is prone to several conditions, including skin discoloration. Discoloration of the skin can affect a child for a myriad of reasons. Some symptoms may be mild and will disappear on their own. Other, more severe…
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Overview An error on your credit report can cost you thousands of dollars in increased interest rates or lost opportunities to obtain a car, mortgage or other loan. With free credit reports available online, and many companies selling monthly credit…
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Overview Graco infant car seats are available online and at several retail stores. Graco car seats are popular because they are reasonably priced, have choices of different colors and patterns to fit various lifestyles, and have good safety standards. Infant…
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Every marriage deals with conflict from time to time. Conflict is sometimes unavoidable and even normal, depending on the circumstances. Many times, however, conflict can be avoided by using good communication skills and empathy for the other person. Despite your…
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Overview The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends that all infants ride in car seats. Ensuring that a car seat is properly installed protects infants in the event of an accident. The Graco Infant Restraint/Carrier comes with an owner’s manual…
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New parents often feel exhausted, and they may easily wonder if their baby will ever sleep through the night. The good news is that, although there is considerable variation, it takes only a few weeks for babies to begin sleeping…
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1. Keep the Victim Breathing Atropine poisoning can significantly interfere with breathing and heart rate. Watch the victim’s vital signs, and administer oxygen or CPR if you need to. This is especially important when administering gastric lavage or other means…
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1. Join a Club Most towns and cities have some sort of community club or association for seniors. Such a club can be as simple as a hall where meetings are held on weekends, or it can offer workshops, fitness…
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1. Avoid Irritating or Drying Products One of the best ways to treat dandruff is to stop using any products that may be causing or exacerbating the condition. Beauty products that may contribute to dandruff include hair gels or sprays…
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Conflict is a resistance (whether it is true or perceived) between two parties about needs, values and interests. Conflict can occur on varying levels and in many situations: children fighting for the next ride on the slide, spouses disagreeing about…
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1. Decide How Long the CD Should Last One of the first decisions you have to make before you open a CD, or certificate of deposit, is how long the money will be tied up. You can choose CDs lasting…
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Overview Domestic violence affects more people than you might realize. In a 2004 Allstate Foundation poll, 74 percent of respondents said that they or someone they knew was affected by domestic violence. It’s a problem that costs three women their…
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Overview Your credit report can determine your ability to buy a home or car, get a job or even secure a cell phone. Given the importance of your credit report, entries like late payments, closed accounts and times when you…
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Overview The term “family conflict” encompasses any disagreement or misunderstanding between members of a family, including grandparents. All families experience some type of conflict at times. How individual members resolve the conflict or resort to old roles and stereotypes determines…
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Grief, a normal response to loss, will be experienced by every person during his lifetime. Losses of all kinds, whether you lose a pet, your job, your possessions or a loved one, can be hard to deal with and confusing….
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With over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface covered with water, the chance to explore the ocean’s depths can be quite alluring. The Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, or scuba unit, along with a few other pieces of equipment, provide…
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