If you’re looking for a way to get you and your family into the Independence Day spirit, we’ve got you covered. This glitter fireworks craft is a budget-friendly, fun way to create an awesome decoration. Happy Fourth of July! Materials Black construction paper Glow-in-the-dark liquid craft glue (if you …
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Top 10 Family Events for July Find your summer fun at these events happening around the DMV this month
Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the July 2022 issue of Washington FAMILY.
Read More »Reflections Along a Fatherhood Journey
Growing up, I marveled over my father’s puritan work ethic, deep commitment to our family and willingness to sacrifice for the greater good of our family. Watching my father navigate his fatherhood journey left an indelible mark on my psyche and afforded me essential tools that prepared me for my …
Read More »The Value of Teaching Your Kids ASL Fostering connection and communication
Being deaf is more common than many people think, and deaf children are usually born to hearing parents. In fact, more than 90% of deaf children are born to hearing parents. Hearing loss is so common that one in every eight people in the United States have hearing loss in …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Adam Tuss News and views about fatherhood and family
Viewers of NBC News4 Washington know Adam Tuss as the transportation reporter and anchor of the Sunday edition of News4 Today. Before joining NBC4 in 2012, Tuss spent eight years covering the wonders of Washington transportation for WTOP Radio. He also contributed a column about transporation for The Washington …
Read More »Deciding on Braces: What are the Health Benefits to Orthodontics? Answers to questions about pediatric orthodontic care
Orthodontics is not only about making your smile pretty. Although not every child will need braces, having an early assessment can prevent issues such as crowding or breathing obstruction—or future teeth shifts if you manage to adjust the jaw while it’s still growing. Parents naturally will have questions about …
Read More »Planning Ahead: Organizing Baby Clothes Before the Baby Arrives
The secret to maintaining organization is simplicity. This point is never truer as it is when planning for a new addition to the family. It’s truly incredible how much time new parents will suddenly need to devote to clothing management for the tiniest of garments. The task might seem overwhelming …
Read More »Create a Father’s Day ‘Pop’ Card
Families all around the world celebrate Father’s Day and plan special activities to celebrate the special men in their lives. It’s also a holiday that celebrates and honors fathers and their influence in our lives. You don’t solely have to honor your biological father on this holiday though. Celebrate …
Read More »Ectopic Pregnancy: Knowing the Risks and Treatment Before It’s Too Late
One of the most blissful, anticipatory times in a woman’s life can be when trying to get pregnant or having confirmed a positive pregnancy test. But for some women, the initial high can quickly become a shocking low if the positive test is followed by unusual pain or unexpected …
Read More »Father’s Day Activities Abound in the DMV
Father’s Day is your chance to plan a perfect day for Dad and show him how much he means to your family. Skip the basic brunch and create a day personalized for the fabulous father in your life. Whether he loves live music, whiskey or activities the entire family …
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