Healthy Moms, Healthy Families

Dear Parents,

Sugar is hard to avoid during the holiday season, but it's also the hidden ingredient in many supermarket purchases, and it goes by many names. Pay attention to the glycemic index for better nutrition, and try to avoid high-fructose corn syrup.

Otitis media, the official term for ear infection, is one of the most common illnesses of childhood. Find out what you need to know about ear infections and fever, antibiotics, and drainage tubes.

If your money is tight during this holiday season; try our interactive holiday budget worksheet – it does the calculations for you! Read our tips for dealing with credit card debt, and get some ideas that could save you $100 this month!

Happy Thanksgiving!
From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Limiting Sugar
Even if you don't eat sweets, the amount of refined sugar your family is consuming may be shocking.

Healthy Habits: Cut Back on Refined Sugars Healthy and Natural Sugar Substitutes All About Artificial Sweeteners Keep Your Child's Sugar Intake to a Minimum

Sickly Sweet: The Truth Behind High-Fructose Corn Syrup Do Something Different for Dessert Nutrition Essentials for Feeling Good Healthy Snack Finder

Ear Infections
Most children will have at least one episode of otitis media by the age of one.

Ear Infections and High Fevers Prophylactic Antibiotics for Ear Infections? Overprescription of Antibiotics Antibiotics for Bilateral Otitis

Drainage Tubes for Chronic Ear Infections? Ear Infections and Language Development Ear Infection Without a Fever? Treating Fever in Young Children

Family Finances
Identify your spending style with our quiz, and consider establishing a budget to keep your family finances healthy.

You and Your Money Quiz: What's Your Spending Style? Do You Need a Budget? Dealing with Credit Card Debt Save $100 (or More!) This Month

Printable Expense Worksheet 10 Tips for Holidays Without Debt Holiday Budget Worksheet More on Family Finances

Thanksgiving Place Card Creator
Spruce up your holiday table with custom-made place cards! Our Thanksgiving Place Card Creator can help you add that personal touch.

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Children's Product & Toy Recalls
Stay informed and protect your child's safety -- find the latest product and toy recalls that have been announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Best Holiday Cookie Recipes
Who doesn't love cookies? The staff at FamilyEducation know that cookies are an essential part of the holiday season, so we handmade some of our favorites for everyone to enjoy. Check out the recipes in our slideshow, and make cookie baking a part of your holiday tradition!