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Inside the Family Support Program Operation: Military Kids

Tasha Lehman — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:01:00 -0400

Throughout my husband’s deployment, our family has relied on the amazing support we receive from Operation: Military Kids (OMK), a support program funded by the Department of Defense and administered by the USDA. The program hosts free events all over the state for military kids to connect with others who understand exactly what they are going through.…

Home Cookin': Maple-Syrup Sticky Buns

Tasha Lehman — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400

After this record-breaking maple season, my family has been enjoying as much of that golden deliciousness as possible. I recently spiced up a recipe for sticky buns by adding Vermont maple syrup.…

Out and About: Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens

Brooke Bousquet — Thu, 02 May 2013 09:34:00 -0400

Kids hate 91.

These words echo in my head every time we make the turn from I-89 onto 1-91 in White River Junction. My good friend — a fellow parent — told me this years ago and I have found it to be mostly true.…

Mommy Time

Kathryn Flagg — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

A pregnant writer samples a variety of prenatal practices by Kathryn Flagg "You just worship this," the bartender advised after presenting me with a glass of seltzer. I'd stopped after work for a drink with a friend, and my increasingly noticeable pregnancy was attracting attention from someone I'd never met.…

Mama Said

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Parenting: Story time for moms by Carolyn Fox Women from all over the state contribute to VTmommies.com, which calls itself "The voice of Vermont moms." Founded two years ago by South Burlington's Melissa Reyes, the site covers everything from relationships to health to shoes.…

Nursing Necklace

Liz Small — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Liz Small Babies love to grab and chew — you don't have to be a parent for long to figure that out. Here's something that will keep little hands occupied while your baby is breast- or bottle-feeding.…

The Because Project: Janet Dupont

Janet Dupont — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

"I am an obstetric nurse and nurse educator because of the encouragement I received from my grandmother." by Janet Dupont In elementary school, I was a struggling student with poor self-esteem; I had trouble reading and barely passed first grade. Fortunately, I had a loving grandmother who valued education.…

Strapped for Crash

Ken Picard — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Most Vermonters don't install or use their car seats correctly. How to get it right. by Ken Picard A year ago this month, a 1997 Subaru Legacy heading north on Interstate 89 fishtailed suddenly in Bolton, crossed the median and collided head-on with a southbound truck. All three passengers, including a 7-month-old boy, were killed.…

Loud and Proud

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Conferences: Queer & Allied Youth Summit by Carolyn Fox "It Gets Better" is how gay activist and author Dan Savage reassures lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender teens. Why not sooner rather than later?…

Late Start

Erica Houskeeper — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

My journey to motherhood took longer than expected by Erica Houskeeper When I was in my early twenties, I thought I would be a mother by age 30. I would have two or three children, maybe even four.…

Restaurant Review: On the Rise Bakery

Cindy Morgan — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

39 Esplanade, Richmond, 434-7787 by Cindy Morgan I jumped on the gluten-free bandwagon for Lent this year. By day three, I was dreaming of baguettes and fantasizing about spaghetti.…

Perfect Fit

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Maternity & Nursing: Burlington boutique helps pregnant women find bras by Carolyn Fox The journey to motherhood generally requires a new wardrobe. "Your body — who knows what it's gonna do?" says Andrea King, owner of Burlington lingerie boutique Aristelle.…

Connecting the Drops: A Water Story

Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

How does a raindrop become stormwater runoff? How does stormwater runoff hurt the natural waterways we all love? And what can we do to keep it from gushing into the lake every time it rains?…

When is the right time for babies to eat solid food?

Ken Picard — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Ken Picard Many parents are eager for their babies to move beyond the breast or bottle and take that first messy bite of food. Years ago, some doctors even advised parents to feed new babies solids so they'd sleep better.…

Strong Enough

Cathy Resmer — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Cathy Resmer My partner, Ann-Elise, gave birth to both of our kids, but being in the delivery room with her was an intense experience for me, too, especially with our firstborn. When I saw our son, Graham, for the first time, I was filled with love, wonder and a boundless joy — but also a new, almost paralyzing fear.…

What surprised you most about becoming a dad?

Suzanne Loring — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Suzanne Loring Matt Schrag, Duxbury Job: Musician…

Nutritious and Delicious

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Baby Food: Local, organic jarred foods from Jeffersonville by Carolyn Fox Allyson Spanier planned on making baby food for both of her kids. But the Jeffersonville mom didn't always have time to make special blends in the kitchen, and store-bought organics were disappointing.…

Keen on Camp

Cathy Resmer — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Kids explain why they can't wait to go back by Cathy Resmer Kids VT has published several stories about camp this year. Our writers have interviewed administrators, counselors, American Camp Association staffers and parents about the pros and cons of various types of summer sessions.…

A Gentle Touch

Alison Novak — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Alison Novak The heat was cranked up high in the Visiting Nurse Association Family Room, where eight new moms and their bare-bummed babies formed a circle in preparation for an infant-massage class. "Bring your hands into your baby's energy field," instructed VNA infant and toddler specialist Nell Ishee, demonstrating on a life-size doll.…

The Art Of... Puppetry

Amy Lilly — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Amy Lilly Sixteen smocked third graders were restraining themselves. Seated on the small stage at Montpelier's Union Elementary School, they gazed at the paintbrushes they longed to hold as Dan Baginski finished his brief lecture on adorning the puppet heads before them.…

Out of This World

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Games: Laser tag in Middlebury by Carolyn Fox A toxic-green glow and eerie, billowing fog have taken up residence at Whirlie's World in Middlebury. In early April, the family-fun center known for its arcade rooms and bounce houses opened Alien Storm Laser Tag, allowing visitors to zap each other in an intergalactic invasion.…

Sailing Off... to Sleep

Carolyn Fox — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

by Carolyn Fox Parents: Tiffany and Billy Brigham Kids: Bowen, 1 month, and Harper, 21 months…

Book Review: Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox

Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 -0400

Librarian: Gail LaVaude, codirector at Bradford Public Library Book: Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury…

April: The Month of the Military Child

Tasha Lehman — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:00:00 -0400

April is officially the “Month of the Military Child.” While I try to tell my kids every day what little heroes they are to me and their dad, it’s nice to see the community showing them support, as well. On April 15, Operation: Military Kids is encouraging everyone to “Purple Up” in support of military kids all over Vermont.…

How Are the Kids?

Tasha Lehman — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:00:00 -0400

Besides “How are you?” and “How is your husband?,” the question I've been asked most during this deployment has been, “How are the kids?”

Truthfully? Deployment has affected our kids in ways we hadn't expected.…