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Author: Ellie Perico

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 3 Mar, 2013

    So You Wanna Lose Weight….

    Like most women, the thought “I want to lose weight” probably runs through your head hundreds of times each day. Being able to succeed in losing weight can mean the[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 18 Nov, 2012

    Top 10 Tips to Prevent Your Family From Being A Victim of A Crime

    All too often lately, I hear friends tell me that their car has been broken into or a neighbor has had an intruder in their home.  Often times, this can[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 18 Nov, 2012

    Top 10 Tips on Losing the Pregnancy Pounds

    There are many diet and exercise plans that claim to help moms lose weight. Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig and Nutri-System all claim to help moms shed baby weight, as long[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 18 Nov, 2012

    Top 10 Mommy (& Daddy too) Money Saving Tips

    Saving money and budgeting well for my family is something every parent should do. As a mom, I look for ways to save money on anything and everything I can.[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 7 Nov, 2012

    Teach Your Toddler To Read

    So, now that your toddler speaks, when are you planning on starting to work on reading? Learning to read doesn’t have to be something a child learns in preschool or[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Advice for New Dads
    • — 5 Nov, 2012

    Three Must Haves for New Moms

    As a mother expecting her first child, one of the most overwhelming decisions you’ll have to make is knowing what items you will need as soon as baby arrives. So,[...]

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    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in 5 Things · Advice for New Dads
    • — 10 Oct, 2012

    5 Things Series: “There’s a New Baby, But Take Care of Mom First”

    5 Things is a new content series where Playground Dad contributors share 5 tips with new and expectant fathers. As a first time dad, your toughest challenge is ahead but,[...]

    About Ellie Perico

    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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    • in Business · Random Dad Stuff · Random Parent Stuff · Tech & Parenting
    • — 3 Oct, 2012

    Coupon Apps for Your Smartphone

    Every mom & dad can appreciate a good deal these days! Since almost every parent also has a smartphone, why not get apps that help you shop & save money[...]

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    Former pre-k, 4th/5th grade & high school teacher with a M.A. in Multicultural Education! Also a proud mom! In my free time I enjoy running, swimming and hiking. Parenting, education, fitness, nutrition & social media marketing are my passions!

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