We’re heading into the holiday season and while most like to celebrate with family and friends, all of this socializing can create conflict. In an age of 60-inch flat screen TVs, iPods, cell phones, twittering and texting, face-to-face communication can be difficult. Listen to an audio clip on Putting Family Before Technology.

Food offers families a great opportunity to connect during holiday gatherings. Listen to an audio clip on Food's Role in the Holiday.

In the holiday rush, parents can miss opportunities to build memories with their children and family. Inviting children to be involved can help them learn more about food, nutrition, and health. read more

A teen's expectations for a family holiday can be vastly different than his or her parents’ expectations, but parents who are willing to be flexible -- and compromise -- can help to level some of the bumps in the road. read more

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