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10 must-have holiday treats from Trader Joe’s

We can always count on TJ's to offer up the most festive, creative goodies to help celebrate the holidays.

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‘I hate you, Mom!’ Sound familiar?

Stay calm and try these non-reactive responses to your child's emo dumps, insults and zingers.

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Raise a cavity-free child

Schedule your child’s dental visit with Eastside Pediatric Dental Group twice a year and brush for 2 minutes, twice a day to help keep your child cavity-free!

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What to do with that letter to Santa

Is your child wondering how to get their heartfelt note to Santa? Check out these adorable ideas to get that letter straight to the big guy in red.

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Open Window School

We nurture and inspire K–8 students of high intellectual potential, with the guiding belief that they are “children first, gifted second.”

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Enter our holiday giveaway extravaganza

ParentMap is giving away 14 amazing prizes, perfect for a family to enjoy. Hurry! The last day to enter is Dec. 18.

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Maintaining mental health during the holidays

Try these healthy tactics to find more joy during this rather stressful season.

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3 things to do with kids this week

Give your wallet a break while having tons of family fun on one of these cheap (or free!) holiday outings.
It may not be fair season but you can get a big dose of fair fun at Holiday Magic. On a scale of one to four, we give it four scones!
Embark on a ferry adventure to enjoy this nature-themed holiday event on Bainbridge Island.