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Yahoo LifeThe water safety tips parents need to know this summer
Experts talk swim lessons, drowning risks and puddle jumpers.
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Chef E.J. Lagasse shares the advice his famous dad Emeril gave him about 'the burden of nepotism'
E.J. Lagasse, 20, currently serves as chef patron of Emeril's Restaurant in New Orleans.
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Mediterranean restaurant 101: From whole fish to chopped salad, here's what to order as a beginner
What to order at a Mediterranean restaurant, according to a chef and restaurant owner.
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Push presents: Should moms get a gift for giving birth?
"It’s a nice gesture for your partner to show you how much they appreciate you," says one mom.
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Traveling with kids can be tough. Here's how experts say to handle the added stress of airline delays, cancellations and other disasters.
Cancelled flights and lost luggage are stressful situations for any air traveler. Add in kids, and it's a whole new level of difficulty. Here's how experts say to cope.
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Families are turning to au pairs amid the childcare crisis. Here's how it works
Parents are dealing with long waitlists and rising daycare costs. For these moms, hiring an au pair was the solution.
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Want, need, wear, read: Why some parents swear by this gift-giving strategy
Why these families limit their gift-giving — and what an expert says about it.
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Is Elf on the Shelf too stressful for kids? Why experts caution against using the holiday tradition to 'focus on punishment' or make children 'feel guilty'
Elf on the Shelf "scout elves" are as notorious for keeping kids in line during the holiday season as they are for their nightly antics. But what do experts say about whether or not it's a good idea for parents to use it as a way to control kids' behavior?
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Serving turkey for Thanksgiving? Chef Marcus Samuelsson says to add side dishes as 'diverse as the country we live in.'
The 51-year-old "Chopped" judge says he loves turning a Thanksgiving celebration into "Friendsgiving." Here's why.
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This pastry chef has made chocolate molds of everything from Ferris wheels to the Eiffel Tower. Get his tips for at-home candy-making.
Chef Joshua Cain says chocolate isn't just for snacking: "You can mold it, you can sculpt with it and you can make bars and bonbons and desserts." Here's how.
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Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn reflects on being diagnosed with breast cancer at the height of her career: 'You are more powerful with every challenge you face'
Chef Dominique Crenn was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, just months after her restaurant received its third Michelin star.
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From tequila to mezcal: Here are the best drinks to order at a Mexican restaurant, based on your entrée
Actor and tequila producer Diego Osorio shares the best drink pairings for Mexican restaurant classics.
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Why chef Marcella Valladolid says her family's arroz rojo recipe is the perfect rice side dish
Chef Marcela Valladolid shares her go-to rice side dish recipe, arroz rojo.
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Overwhelmed by back-to-school season? Experts say parents should 'choose their battles' when settling into a new routine.
Not all parents are gleefully waving goodbye to the school bus. When back-to-school season feels overwhelming, here's how to adjust.
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Shumu Adem, executive chef at Colts’ stadium, shares story of fleeing Ethiopia during the Red Terror, becoming a chef
Before he fled Ethiopia during the Red Terror, Shumu Adem had never stepped into a kitchen. Today, he works as executive chef at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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Chef Ji Hye Kim explains the Korean mid-autumn harvest festival, Chuseok: 'It's Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and Day of the Dead combined into one'
The owner of Ann Arbor's Miss Kim restaurant shares how Chuseok is celebrated in Korea and beyond.
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What are sheet pan dinners? Chef Katie Lee Biegel shares how to make fast and delicious dinners using the simple cooking method.
Cookbook author Katie Lee Biegel says sheet pan dinners are among her go-to ways to whip up a meal in a hurry.
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When is a child too old to breastfeed? Experts weigh in
When does breastmilk stop providing nutrients to a child? Experts explain.
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Pet chicken owners say the birds are more than just egg producers: 'They're my babies and are spoiled rotten'
Chicken ownership became more popular during the pandemic. But what is it like to own backyard chickens?
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A teacher-turned-food-blogger, 'Preppy Kitchen's' John Kanell compares cooking to math: 'To succeed in either, you need to be prepared and have the right tools'
John Kanell, the social media star behind Preppy Kitchen, started out as a teacher before pursuing a career in the kitchen.