Parenting & Family

No matter how long and hard you work in the kitchen to come up with delicious meals, there may still be a few people in your family who might not appreciate your efforts: your young picky eaters. If your kids’ poor nutrition and eating habits are sore topics in your …

As your child grows, there will be more and more occasions for them to spend the night away from home, whether staying at a friend’s house, going on a school trip, or going on a holiday camp. A child that experiences bedwetting will be reluctant to spend the night away …

Signs of depression in children often get ignored because the tendency is to think that the problems of children are not as grave or as significant as that of adults. Needless to say, this underestimation makes little sense to the child because from his/her point of view, their problems are …

We’re currently in an era where we have mobile applications for almost everything. There are apps claiming to improve your cognitive functions such as concentration, learning, memory, and even reduce the decline of such functions in people with dementia. These apps are called “brain training” mobile apps, which are said …

You’ve just had a baby and want to capture those special newborn moments. You may want to hire a professional newborn photographer like Love Me Silly Photography, or you may also choose to take your newborn baby photos yourself. While it may seem like you can’t get a good angle …

Summer is here in the US, which means that it is time to pull your patio furniture out of the garage, rub the dust off the picnic table, and fire up your grill. Summer is not only about soaking up the sun outdoors but also creating fun memories with your …

While it’s clear that you have childcare options, the love and care that a nanny can provide puts this option at the top of the priority list. Your little ones need an individual who will not only offer companionship, but also help them grow and learn in ways you never …

Baltic amber teething necklaces are necklaces manufactured from Baltic amber. They are meant to be worn around your baby’s neck against your baby’s skin. As the necklace warms against the skin the Baltic amber releases succinic acid which has analgesic properties. This helps to not only soothe your baby’s teething …

If you want to travel with your baby you need to ensure that your baby is safe and happy while driving. There are many awesome goodies you can now buy which will make your life easier, especially if you are taking a long car trip with your baby or child. ***Disclosure …

Many children dream about owning beautiful wooden doll houses. Doll houses are not just fun for little girls – plenty of little boys enjoy playing with doll houses too. Doll houses are not just fun to play with, they also provide some great learning opportunities for your child. Imaginary play …

As a parent, the winter months can seem endless, but Netflix appears to have the answer to beating the winter blues.  We’ve put together a list of child proof (and approved) shows to keep your tots entertained while they wait for the storm to pass.  The Angry Birds Movie Birds Red, Chuck …

There’s a lot of focus pulled toward providing treatment to addicts, helping them stay sober, and overall better understanding of the whys and hows of addiction, but the families of addicts often get the short end of the stick in the matter. More often than not, they don’t get enough …

Have you ever been invited to one of those baby showers where you have a look at the baby shower registry and nearly faint at the prices of the gifts choices? Well I have many a time and while I don’t mind sometimes spending a bit on a baby shower …

Baby showers are a wonderful occasion for moms to be to celebrate their upcoming birth. It is also a time for friends and family to give useful and practical gifts to make her transition into motherhood easier. While you may want to buy more expensive gifts for your best friend …

Mental health is a real and serious issue faced by many of societies youth; up to 10% of adolescents are diagnosed with a mental health disorder, and an even higher 20% experience mental health issues without diagnoses or intervention in any given year. As a parent, seeing your child struggle …

Learning to play a musical instrument is a great skill for kids. Playing a musical instrument is very beneficial for kids as well as being loads of fun. Children simply love singing, music and rhythm. Loads of kids dream of being a rock star and playing in a band, so …

I love buying birthday gifts for my children. It is the day each year where we get to celebrate the birth of my child and the fact the he or she is another year older. I know some parents buy the gift that their child really wants at the time, …

Being parents is not a part-time job but a full responsibility that demands your emotional and physical attention. Parenting can be stressful at times, especially when your children have unhealthy habits, and their meal plan is the opposite of okay. Most of the times, kids like to eat junk food …

It’s no secret that being around your children all day can be quite exhausting. This is especially true for stay-at-home moms who don’t get a break from this daily duty. When you’re chasing after your kids every day, you typically don’t have more than a few minutes to yourself, and …

My daughter and I have just reached an amazing milestone for a bookworm family. She is 6 years old and she is reading very well. I am buying her books and she is devouring them like any good bookworm should. I love reading and I have fond memories of going …