With so much hustle and bustle filled into every minute of every day, there isn’t a whole lot of time left to bond as a family. And all that scheduled time and lack of quality time is having a big impact on the future of our children. Luckily, there are ways to start creating family
Cleaning with a Little
The toddler years are nothing short of amazing. It’s so fun to watch your little one grow. They begin to show their own little personality and their brains start to expand with new knowledge. It’s fun to watch them put sentences together and learn to use the potty and choose activities and clothing for themselves.
Healthy Snacking 101
When it comes to choosing the right snacks for your kiddos, it can be a real challenge. Especially, if you have a picky eater in the house. When my 6-year-old was a baby, he was the absolute best eater. People used to brag and brag about the amazing things he would love to eat. Squash?
The Matter of Manners
It wasn’t very long ago when manners were taught rigorously in the home and at school. A huge value was placed on teaching children the proper way to act in public and at home. But in today’s world, where two working parents is basically the norm and where cell phones have become a daily staple
First Trip to the Dentist
The First Trip to the Dentist can be as scary for parents as it is for children since parents don’t know how their child will react. New people, bizarre instruments, loud noises, and someone wanting to take a look inside your mouth can be an odd combination for anyone. However, a child’s first dental visit
The Busy Mom’s Guide To Cleaning
If you’re a mom to active little ones, you know that it takes only mere minutes for a house to go from tidy to utter chaos. You know the scene well. By the end of the day, goldfish are strewn about the house, wrappers are left all over the counter and tiny little toddlers have
How to Combine Work with Parenting
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling and demanding jobs in the world. For parents with careers, there is a need to combine work demands with parenting. Of course, you want to do a great job as both a parent and an employee, but managing it all can leave you feeling exhausted and inadequate. There
Parenting Tips for Raising Twins and Multiples
Everyone knows mothers, especially those with multiple babies, are super humans; with their swings and grocery bags clutched in each hand and the smiles they still bless us with. “Your little ones have to wear clothes that are similar but a little different, for your benefit.” Mrs. Paula, a seasoned mother, says. Giving birth to
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How to Engage Your Child If They’re On a Long Break
For kids, the sound of an extended holiday will always be celebrated because they get more freedom from normal academic activities and get to spend more time with their family and friends. However as a parent, you are left with little or no option on what to do with your kids during those long holidays,
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How to Teach Kids Kindness
Whether you’re a first-time parent or a mother of five, kindness is a trait that all parents want their kids to have. More than intelligence or physical strength, kindness goes a long way in ensuring that your child is compassionate and that it will last until they grow up. Harvard University psychology professor Jerome Kagan