Tag Archives: Susan Jennings

Getting a handle on a case of the Bad Mommies

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Smart Staff

Sue Jennings reminds us that child rearing is taxing work — and backup is critical.

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Parents lament gifts of Christmases past

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Smart Staff

We asked area parents what their most-hated toys were, in the hopes of rescuing others from toy hell.

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Area farmers offer tips for finding the perfect tree

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Smart Staff

When it comes to fresh-cut Christmas trees, the firs reign supreme.

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Don’t fall behind: Now is the time to winterize your home

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Smart Staff

Here’s what you need to do around your home to prepare for the winter months.

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Supervised by strangers: Advocating for
more hands-on parenting

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Smart Staff

Smart columnist Sue Jennings advocates for more hands-on parenting after witnessing a close call at an area playground.

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Car seat safety: Buckling up baby the right way

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Smart Staff

Babies do not come with an owners manual. Instead, the hospital sends you home with the next best thing: A stack of brochures covering everything from whooping cough to radon awareness to read in your spare time. In April, I … Continue reading →

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Get a sneak peek of the May/June 2012 cover

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Kara Eberle

The May/June 2012 issue of Smart is at the printers. Hooray! The cover and content for this edition has been in the works since the York Women’s Show in October 2011, when I met Myra “Neicy” DeShields-Moulton. She stopped at … Continue reading →

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Prepare to be a big sister

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Smart Staff

Dear Lily, In a week or so, you’re going to be a big sister. Inside that giant bulge on my belly you’re so fond of sitting on, patting and resting your head on is a baby. And that baby is … Continue reading →

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The household languages

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Smart Staff

The Internet age has brought about a period of global connectiveness unknown to mankind since those folks started building that tower in Babel. Email, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, cellphones and countless other innovations have apparently turned us into one giant, … Continue reading →

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Enjoy amazing moments before they pass

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Smart Staff

When I first had Lily, everyone told me to enjoy every moment of babyhood — because it would be over before I knew it. It’s one of the many things you hear over and over from seasoned parents — they … Continue reading →

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