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Back-to-School Nutrition SOS: Tackling the Uneaten Lunch Dilemma with Smart Nutrition Solutions

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When it comes to parenting, ensuring your child's nutrition is a top priority. But what do you do when lunchboxes come home virtually untouched? Recently, Childhood Nutrition Expert Dr. Nicole Avena participated in a satellite media tour campaign to share insights on how to conquer the lunchtime challenge and ensure your kids are getting the nutrients they need. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/ybOpf0vrJvc During back-to-school season, a major concern among parents is whether their child is getting enough nutrients, especially when they come home with a full lunch box. SmartyPants Vitamins are the perfect addition to your family’s routine. As the preferred vitamin brand for parents of picky eaters, SmartyPants is industry-leading in the comprehensiveness of its formulations, its transparency, and advocacy, with 40+ Clean Label Project® certified products rid of GMOs and synthetic colors. Their Kids Formula and Kids Formula & Fiber are made with Vitamin D3 for immune support, and their Kids Prebiotic & Probiotic Immunity Formula is made with two strains of probiotics to support digestive health and the immune system. Additionally, SmartyPants’ Vitamins will appeal to even the pickiest eaters with their great taste (like Strawberry Crème for the Prebiotic & Probiotic Immunity Formula and Lemon, Orange, and Strawberry Banana for the Kids Formula) in a delicious gummy they’ll actually enjoy taking day after day. What's more - SmartyPants also offers a premium Women's Formula to help mom to stay on her A game during this busy, stressful time frame. SmartyPants Vitamins are available nationwide in-store and online at dozens of major retailers and on Amazon. For more information about SmartyPants visit smartypantsvitamins.com ------------------------------------------------------ *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. DR. NICOLE AVENA BIO As a member of SmartyPants Vitamins' Scientific Advisory Board, Dr. Nicole Avena is a research neuroscientist and expert in the fields of childhood nutrition, diet during pregnancy, and food addiction. She received a Ph.D. in Psychology and Neuroscience from Princeton University, completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Rockefeller University, and is presently Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City and a Visiting Professor in Health Psychology at Princeton University. In addition to a number of best-selling books, including What to Eat When You Want to Get Pregnant, and over 90 scholarly journal articles, she regularly appears on a variety of television and radio programs. ABOUT SMARTYPANTS VITAMINS Founded in 2011, SmartyPants Vitamins is a purpose-led supplement brand on a mission to simplify health for families without sacrificing quality. As the best vitamin brand for kids and families, SmartyPants supplements are formulated with premium nutrients and high-quality ingredients—and a delicious taste and texture that appeals to picky eaters. All SmartyPants supplements are third-party lab tested for purity, potency and safety. From its inception, SmartyPants has generated life-changing nutrient donations for women and children in the U.S. and globally via the brand’s partnership with Vitamin Angels. To learn more, visit smartypantsvitamins.com or check out @smartypants on Instagram. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 24, 2023 12:02 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Back to School Prep - A Guide for Families with Meaghan Murphy – author of Your Fully Charged Life and Lifestyle Expert

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/4Ph9croFC2o Summer breaks are over and back to school time is here. Where did the time go???!! What do you need to know to make the most of your remaining time to plan and budget to spend? Meaghan Murphy – author of Your Fully Charged Life and Lifestyle Expert conducted a nationwide media tour discussing her comprehensive guide to prep your home, family, and students for back to school. This back-to-school season Meaghan is highlighting thredUP, Target, T-Mobile, and fairlife Here is the best of Meaghan’s guide: thredUP thredUP is a one-stop shop where you can clean out your closet AND buy affordable, sustainable secondhand clothing and accessories across 55,000 brands and 100+ product categories. thredUP’s Clean Out Kit is the easiest and most convenient way to clean out your closet. All you have to do is go to thredUP.com/cleanout, order their signature polka dot bag or print a shipping label, and send thredUP your gently worn items. From there, thredUP does all of the work to resell your items. thredUP makes it easy and convenient to sell items that you no longer love, and you can stretch your dollar further by refilling your closet with like-new pieces at up to 90% off retail value. For more information: thredUP.com/cleanout @ thredUP Target If you are looking for a one-stop-shop for back-to-school and college look now further than Target. Target has all the national brands that kiddos and parents are looking for - and with deals starting at just $1, Target has all the back-to-school and back-to-college essentials you’ll need. Now let’s talk must-have products. Essentials: This colorful Up & Up pencil pouch and Mondo Llama pencil set are two of my favorite essentials. Backpacks: I love this adorable Cat & Jack Unicorn backpack and this adaptive backpack option. Lunch Must-Haves: Cat & Jack bento boxes are so handy for packing a delicious lunch with some Good & Gather goodies– the Glazed Doughnut Almonds. Dorm: Level up your dorm room style with this Room Essentials sherpa pillow and letterboard. Don't forget to throw your morning coffee into these cute mugs too! Target’s same-day pickup options allow you to get your items the same day, with no membership required. Drive Up is my go-to for when I have kids in tow. Just pull up, and a team member will bring your items straight to your car! For more information: Check out Target.com to see more incredible items to send your kids to school without breaking the bank! @target T-Mobile T-Mobile just announced back-to-school device deals for the whole family ahead of the school year – and they’re all available NOW for both new and existing customers. Whether you’re sending your child off to college or taking your kiddo to their first day of first grade, T-Mobile has you covered so you can stay better connected with a variety of device deals! Pick up a free 5G smartphone, like the exclusive REVVL 6 PRO 5G OR the award-winning SyncUP KIDS Watch for free, both with 24 monthly bill credits plus tax when adding a qualifying line. And being a T-Mobile customer means you always get major value packed into your plans. Families on Go5G Plus get over $270 in extra perks every single month – like Netflix on Us, free in-flight Wi-Fi on the biggest U.S. airlines, free international high-speed data, T-Mobile Tuesdays and so much more. Just for being a T-Mobile customer. Go5G Plus customers are also upgrade-ready every two years, and it’s the first plan where customers always get the same great device deals whether they’re a new or existing customer. No other wireless provider can say that. And that’s all on top of getting access to the nation’s largest, fastest and most awarded 5G network. For more information: Target back-to-school-deals T-Mobile Facebook T-Mobile Twitter T-Mobile Instagram T-Mobile Threads REVVL 6 Pro 5G SyncUP Kids Watch Fairlife For families looking to find nutritious options during the busy back to school season. fairlife Ultra-Filtered Milk is a great tasting, source of nutrition for families like mine that are always on the go. fairlife has 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk, fairlife’s 14oz bottles offer great tasting, nutrition-rich products, made to enjoy on the go! Available in 2% white, chocolate and strawberry Ultra-Filtered Milk, fairlife delivers nutrition at any time whether you’re starting your day with breakfast on-the-go, pairing with your favorite lunch, or enjoying a mid-day snack. Head to your local grocery store or convenience store to stock up on fairlife Ultra-Filtered Milk 14oz ahead of back-to-school season! For more information: https://fairlife.com/ultra-filtered-milk-14oz/ https://www.facebook.com/fairlifeLLC https://www.instagram.com/fairlife/ Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 23, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Leaders from Skilled Trades Industries Unite to Combat Labor Crisis in U.S. and Canada

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NEST, the pioneers of integrated facilities management, has teamed up with leaders across the construction, retail, and skilled trades industries to create the Skilled Trades Advisory Council (STAC). Aimed to combat the crisis facing skilled labor in the U.S. and Canada, STAC’s founding advisors will leverage their resources, knowledge, and network to elevate the skilled trades as high-paying, honorable, and often heroic career paths, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, janitorial, construction, and other essential jobs that require a rejuvenated workforce. Founding STAC advisors include: Rob Almond, CEO of NEST Sara Angus, Director of Construction, Starbucks Julie Starzynski, Director of Construction & Design, Floor & Decor Andrew Brown, Founder and CEO of Toolfetch Sarah Hammond, Owner and President of Atlas and Treasurer of Women in HVAC Kam Washington, Owner of PMA Construction Kate Cinnamo, Executive Director of Explore the Trades Mónica Muñoz, Senior Director of Capital Programs at DaVita Kidney Care Mary Gaffney, President of NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation and GEM Mechanical Services “I’m encouraged that so many others share my passion for growing the trades and ending the stigma that surrounds jobs in the industry,” said Almond, who spearheaded the initiative. “STAC is a way for many of us to work together and find ways to encourage youth to consider a career in the skilled trades. There are many viable, lucrative, and creative opportunities to explore.” According to online recruiting platform Handshake, the application rate for young people seeking technical jobs dropped by 49% in 2022 compared to 2020 ( source ). Staffing firm PeopleReady estimate 40% of the 12 million people in the skilled trades workforce are over the age of 45, with nearly half of those workers over the age of 55 ( source ). Associated Builders and Contractors reported that the construction industry will need to attract an estimated 546,000 additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2023 to meet the demand for labor ( source ). “The U.S. and Canadian workforces are struggling to fill a massive gap in the skilled trades, and we need to unite as an industry to reverse the trend,” added Almond. “This group of founding advisors shares that passion across many sectors that make up the industry.” To learn more about the Skilled Trades Advisory Council, follow STAC on LinkedIn or the platform formerly known as Twitter. About NEST NEST is the pioneer of the Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) industry in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1994, NEST delivers day-to-day tactical management of facilities, financial consulting, analytics, project management, and construction for major multi-site brands across North America. NEST provides 360° support 24 hours a day through one comprehensive facilities management solution that drives cost savings while maintaining an exceptional customer experience. To learn more about NEST, visit enterNEST.com or follow NEST on LinkedIn. Contact Details Eric Nemeth nemeth@ericpr.com Company Website https://skilledtradesadvisorycouncil.com/

August 23, 2023 07:50 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Family Tech for School and Home

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Contact Details News Media Group, Inc. Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

August 17, 2023 12:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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SURVIVING THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL SCRAMBLE

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Emmy Award-Winning Television Host and Lifestyle Expert, Marisa Brahney partners with Afterpay, Famous Footwear and The Vitamine Shoppe. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/e_oyhHkTPXo It is the time of year parents break a sweat thinking about the back-to-school scramble, which includes scheduling, extracurricular activities, and shopping. In fact, according to the National Retail Federation, consumers are expected to spend record amounts for both back-to-school and back-to-college shopping this year. Spending is likely to reach an unparalleled $41.5 billion, which is up from last year’s $36.9 billion. Families with children in elementary through high school are projected to spend an average of close to $900 on back-to-school items this year. Emmy Award-Winning Television Host and Lifestyle Expert, Marisa Brahney shares a few of her favorite ways to get ready for another school year. FOOTWEAR One of the most popular back-to-school items continues to be footwear. Brahney says she’s not surprised, because all three of her kids and their friends love getting new shoes for the new school year. Additionally, as a parent, she mentions how kids’ and teenagers’ feet grow fast, and for that very reason, she keeps an eye on all the latest styles. Famous Footwear is the back-to-school destination for the whole family and home to brands consumers all know and love, including Nike, Crocs, Converse, New Balance, HeyDUDE and Doc Martens, just to name a few, all at a great value. Famous is the premier one-stop destination for back-to-school shopping, which makes the entire experience convenient. Whether online or in-store, families can find a wide selection of styles and trends. The lifestyle expert points out one of the things that stands out to her as a mom, and that’s Famous for the Perfect Fit. “Kids feet grow FAST! If you’re shopping in-store, seek out a helpful Famous Footwear Sizing Expert to ensure your kids’ shoes fit just right,” says Brahney, adding, “There are so many great styles to choose from for your kids to step into the new school year in style.” For more information visit any of the 900 Famous Footwear stores nationwide or online at famousfootwear.com. Social media handles: Facebook: famousfootwear Instagram: @famousfootwear HEALTH & WELLNESS Back-to-school season isn’t just about looking good, it is also about feeling good. Brahney says this is a high-energy time of year and parents and caregivers need to make sure everyone in the family has all the nutrients they need to make it through a busy day. “I keep an eye out for all the latest and greatest ways to do it,” says Brahney, adding “One brand, MaryRuth’s offers high-quality supplements for the whole family, with delicious tasting formulas that make maintaining healthy routines easy for kids and parents.” The best place to shop for these supplements is The Vitamin Shoppe and vitaminshoppe.com, the leading destination for lifelong wellness solutions. Liquid Morning Multivitamin is MaryRuth’s number one product. It is an easy-to-take liquid with minerals, amino acids, and multiple essential vitamins formulated for anyone from ages 1 to adult—pretty much an entire family. Brahney points out that it’s also vegan and sugar-free. “I’m a big fan of their Kids’ Organic Multivitamin & Postbiotics gummies in mixed berry and cherry flavor, as well as the Liquid Nighttime Multimineral coconut flavor to help support better sleep and healthy bones,” says Brahney. For more information or to find these supplements, visit The Vitamin Shoppe and vitaminshoppe.com. Social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryruthorganics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryruthorganics TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maryruthorganics Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryruths YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@maryruthorganics Hashtags: #MARYRUTHS FINANCIAL FITNESS The majority of back-to-school shoppers are searching out deals and they are also prioritizing budgets. Brahney highlights how back-to-school shopping can quickly add up and be a financial stress. “No matter the type of budget, whether robust or conservative, it really comes down to how shoppers plan on paying for their back-to-school items,” says Brahney, adding, “That’s why I really like the Afterpay app. As one of the leading buy now, pay later platforms, it’s a budgeting tool—so I can ease back into back-to-school shopping.” Afterpay partners with thousands of brands to offer interest-free, pay-in-four installment payments, which allows shoppers to buy all their back-to-school necessities now and pay over time, without the worry of interest and revolving debt posed by credit. Brahney says, “It's a one-stop-shop! So, whether you’re shopping in-store or online for computers, footwear, clothing… you name it… Afterpay empowers shoppers to pay how they want so they can get what they need for the new school year to be a success.” Find out more by downloading Afterpay app. Facebook: Afterpay USA Instagram: @afterpayusa Twitter: @AfterpayUSA Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 15, 2023 02:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Be Ready for Back to School

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Contact Details Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

August 14, 2023 06:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Back-to-School Shopping 101

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Contact Details News Media Group, Inc. Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

August 11, 2023 06:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Back-to-School with Olympian Natalie Coughlin and Athleta G!RL

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The back-to-school season is officially underway, and parents everywhere are scrambling to get their kids – and themselves! - ready for the new school year. For Natalie Coughlin, 12x Olympic Medalist and Mom of Two, this back-to-school season is all about confidence, comfort and self-care, and Athleta is the perfect resource for parents to help set their kids up for success. Recently, Natalie participated in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss the back-to-school season and some tips to help empower young girls. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/byW412Bjg2I Diminishing confidence is one of the greatest issue’s girls face in the defining years from 6-12, so it’s important that we do everything we can to set them up for success. While back-to-school shopping, think about how clothing options can give young girls room to express their style and represent their favorite hobbies and personal interests. Athleta's G!RL line is perfect for girls who want to express themselves while being comfortable and active. We can help empower girls to be their most confident selves, knowing their clothing supports self-expression and helps to quell anxiety. Special features in Athleta’s back-to-school assortment are intentionally designed to fuel girls’ confidence through apparel design details, like confidence charms and hidden affirmations in the lining of shirts and backpacks and tactile details to fiddle with when she’s feeling anxious. Athleta’s uniform-ready items - like the School Days Skort, School Days Dress, School Days Polo and Limitless Backpack and Lunchbox - are durable, quality pieces built with performance-quality fabrics to withstand her active school year and all those after school activities, whether it’s on the sports field or in the art room. For more information, visit AthletaGirl.com About Natalie Coughlin Natalie Coughlin burst onto the international swim scene at the 2001 World Championships, winning a gold medal in the 100 backstroke and a bronze in the 50 backstroke. In 2002 at the Pan-Pacifics, she was more dominant, winning six medals, four gold, with three individual championships in the 100 free, 100 fly, and 100 back. Coughlin was the top female swimmer at the 2004 Olympic Games, winning five medals, including two gold. Individually, she won the 100 metre backstroke and finished third in the 100 freestyle. She won her second gold medal in the 800 metre freestyle relay and added two silvers as a member of the United States’ teams in the other relays. In three Olympics, she competed in 12 events and won 12 medals, three gold. But her victories didn’t stop there—she has since launched a wine label, advocated on behalf of several non-profit organizations, and become a mother to her daughter, Zennie, and her son, Ozzie. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

August 09, 2023 02:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Back to School Ready!

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August 04, 2023 10:11 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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