Anyone with a school-aged child will understand the frustration of hearing the words “sure”, “fine”, and “nothing”, or better yet, a mumbled grunt. These are common responses parents receive when they ask their kids about day-to-day stuff like school, friends, or what they had for lunch. Maybe you’ve had the experience of visiting your child’s classroom and […]
One of the most common instincts for a lot of parents is to protect their kids. Of course, this is obviously a good and important thing. Your kids need a great deal of protection from many of the things around them. However, it can often be all too easy to slip into a level of […]
As a parent, it’s common to be overly concerned about the health of your child. But there are also health troubles that can be completely overlooked. Here are some of the health problems that you might need to watch out for. Trouble With Teeth Problems with your child’s teeth can be missed because some kids […]
Emergencies can come at any time of the day and from any place. The current COVID-19 pandemic and the wave of natural disasters that have hit the US would be great examples of this. While the odds of your family being hit with a terrorist attack or a natural disaster could be very slim, the […]
My family is trying to make healthier food choices for a number of reasons so I’ve been experimenting with fun ways to make fruits and veggies more appealing for the kids. Yesterday, I stuffed sweet peppers with a mixture of Neufchatel Cheese, Fiesta Cheese, Bacon Bits and Everything Bagel Seasoning. It was super easy to […]
I struggle constantly with getting my defiant children to do the things that I need them to do WHEN I need them to do them, so I came up with this little printable that I can print out and laminate and fill out for every day of the week. Kids need reminders for everything and […]
Feeding a baby is a huge responsibility, and there are right and wrong ways to do this. Clearly, you want to do it the right way, ensuring your baby has the right nutrients and gets all the food they need to help them grow up big and strong. You probably have many questions relating to […]
No one starts a family with a working manuscript of how to raise healthy all-rounded children. You have to figure it on the way. However, technology has made it easier for new parents to get more informed and equipped with the skills they need to raise a happier and healthier family. You can check online, […]
It’s hugely important that we all know how to approach first aid. After all, it is one of the central aspects to keeping safe and healthy, and it’s something that everyone needs to learn about as much as they can. As with all kinds of health concerns, good first aid begins in the home, so […]
A common concern among new moms is the possibility of baby getting a flat head. My foster son started getting a little bit of one so I looked into some ways to correct it without having to go the helmet route. I found this baby head shaping pillow from Lil Cuddlers on Amazon so I […]
Anyone with a school-aged child will understand the frustration of hearing the words “sure”, “fine”, and “nothing”, or better yet, a mumbled grunt. These are common responses parents receive when they ask their kids about day-to-day stuff like school, friends, or what they had for lunch. Maybe you’ve had the experience of visiting your child’s classroom and […]
Getting someone a gift for their birthday or another special occasion is a wonderful way to show how much you appreciate them, but it isn’t always about how much you spend. The best gifts don’t necessarily come with a big price tag, but instead, show the recipient how well you know them. Some of these […]
