“Parenting” — 13 Posts

Stock Up for a New Baby

September 16, 2011 | Parenting | by shc-jennal | 1 comment

by Robin Roenker

Babies are adorable, but figuring out what furniture and supplies to get for that bundle of joy can be confusing. Check out this list of basics and nice-to-haves to learn the what and why of buying new baby gear.

To compare products in one place, visit Sears' interactive baby catalog. Get ideas for decorating your baby's room, learn lullabies, get advice and tips, and more.

During the first trimester, freelance writer Robin Roenker never leaves home without saltine crackers.

Campus Connection: The Perfect College Care Package

August 30, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

Who doesn’t love receiving care packages? College students most of all! There are few things more exciting than getting a one during finals week, or just for a random occasion. Here's an easy guide to care packages for parents of college students.

tags: college, gifts, Campus Connection

Campus Connection: 5 Things Your College Student Secretly Wants You to Know

August 19, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

Sending a child to college is difficult on both of you. Chances are that one or both of you are acting tougher than you are actually feeling. When you say goodbye and send them off to school just remember that there are still things he or she secretly wants you to know!

tags: college, college parents, Campus Connection

Campus Connection: Planning your College Student's Budget

August 04, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

The best time to discuss a budget with your college student is before he or she leaves for teh upcoming school year.

tags: college, budgeting, Campus Connection

Campus Connection: Stylish and Affordable Dorm Room Picks

July 28, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

Shopping with your child for school can be a costly experience. Here are some stylish and affordable picks from a college student that will make the process easier!

tags: Campus Connection, college, parenting, college parent

Campus Connection: Must-have gadgets for college

July 22, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

It’s approaching that time to send your child off to college. If they are anything like me you are probably hearing about a lot of technology items they “need” to have. While some of these gadgets are necessary to get through college, there are quite a few that might be easier to leave behind.

tags: college, technology, Campus Connection

Pack Healthy Lunches for Your Kids

July 18, 2011 | Parenting | by shc-jennal | 0 comments

By: Dayna de Val

An ever-increasing amount of information today suggests that school lunches are unhealthy. They are full of fat, salt, sugar and ingredients that often can't be pronounced. Their one benefit is that school lunches are convenient; you don't have to think about how to pack healthy lunches for your kids. This benefit doesn't outweigh the negatives, though. Here's how to make healthy, inexpensive lunches your kids, and even you, will want to eat.

Campus Connection: Essential Items

July 17, 2011 | Parenting | by kmerkhofer | 0 comments

Shopping for your child’s new place as they head to college can be overwhelming, with all the items that you have to remember to bring. We all remember the major things such as sheets and hangers but here are a few essential items that you want to make sure not to forget.

tags: college, parenting, Campus Connection

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