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September 2019
6-year-old Lukas from Middletown
was a preschooler when he first
graced our cover. His mom Tammy
shares how things have changed.
HVP: What was your biggest challenge
3 years ago compared to now?
Tammy: My biggest challenge now is
getting Lukas to focus on reading. My
biggest challenge in 2016 was potty
training and getting him to eat
something other than carbs!
HVP: How has parenting changed as
Lukas gets older?
T: I am trying to foster more
independence. I am developing a
foundation for him to grow into a
respectful young man.
HVP: Give us some advice for other
parents.
T: Do more things together. Kids forget
about the toys you bought, but they
will always remember the time you
spent with them.
HVP: Tell us more about Lukas!
T: He loves Beyblade battles and video
games like Minecraft and Smash Bros.
What has changed since
we last saw our cover kid,
Lukas, in 2016?
THEN
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In this issue
FEATURES
7 Lunch box inspiration for busy moms and
picky eaters
Skip the school lunch hassle with this easy lunch box plan
8 Me Time: Just for Women
The owners of Hudson Square Boutique in Hopewell Junction
share the keys to looking good and feeling your best with the right
accessories and some high-quality basics
12 Is your child missing language milestones?
Moms and language specialists share the most common reasons
for speech-language delay and how you can help
BY RIELLY GREY
15 Grandmothers share their best pieces of
parenting wisdom
15 tips on how to raise happy kids
BY OLIVIA L. LAWRENCE
18 Don't miss our second annual Kids' STEAM Trail
HV Parent is taking over the Poughkeepsie Galleria again! Join us
for a day of interactive fun and hands-on learning
20 Find the right enrichment activity for your
introverted kid
Perfect, stress-free activities that allow your little introvert to learn
valuable skills and use their creativity in constructive ways
BY MICHELLE PETERSON
22 Calendar
The best fall festivals and fairs happening this month
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