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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.
Goggles Or No Goggles — That Is the Question.
Should we get our child goggles? The short answer to this is — it depends. There honestly isn’t a “right” answer here, this is highly subjective and you should consult your swim teacher if you’re concerned. There are arguments for and against goggles in swim lessons and it will all depend on you, your child, and your goals.
By Jessica Trumpour6 years ago in Families
So, You’re Going to Your First Swim Lesson — Here’s What to Expect.
So, you’re ready to take the plunge, but you don’t know exactly what a first swim lesson might entail? First lessons can be rough for everyone involved and more often than not swim lessons can be a child’s first introduction into a more formal learning experience, making it even more important for this experience to be fun and easy.
By Jessica Trumpour6 years ago in Families
Safe Ways To Encourage Your Child's Swimming Hobby
As children grow and begin to test the waters of ways to entertain themselves, it is natural for a few ideas to come into question that a parent may not love. Whether it be an artsier choice or more sports-related, like swimming, it is in your instincts as a caregiver to worry about possible injury or other risks. It is easy to be fearful of your child enjoying water activities, but considering how great of a hobby it can be, there are a few ways you can encourage your kid to do things safely.
By Olivia Picton6 years ago in Families
Wasted Years....
Retiring and relocating to North Las Vegas, Nevada in 2004 was something we looked forward to and planned accordingly. We moved into a new, but rapidly growing community. Our lives in Whittier, California were quite different; I worked full time in LaCanada, California and my husband owned his business in Santa Fe Springs, California. Our hours were quite different, we always ate dinner together, but our work hours varied. Our together time was a few hours in the evening and great weekends. When not working, we were always together...but also separate.
By Patricia Stone6 years ago in Families
5 Tips for Confronting a Teen's Substance Abuse
Roughly 75% of all high school students have used tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, or cocaine. Of these teenagers, 1 in 5 is considered addicted to one of these substances. Teen addiction is at a high as it is much easier for teenagers to acquire drugs, alcohol, and vaporizer products than ever before.
By Aaron Huey6 years ago in Families
5 Family Activities For Fun And Good Health
Fun is a better motivator toward health than future outcomes in terms of physicality or mental clarity. What ten-year-old cares about how healthy they’ll be in thirty years? They care about movies, video games, frogs, bicycles, cotton candy, carnivals, roller coasters, and the whimsy of youth.
By Wendy Dessler6 years ago in Families
Scared parents
Had a meeting with social workers in MK yesterday. I Was informed that many homes they visit around MK they witness that parents are SCARED of their children. I was praised for the way I parent my own & also look out for others in the community. It disheartened me to think this is the reality a lot of parents are suffering. And it’s the reality that this is the control that youths of today have gained & the very reason we live in chaos. I do not judge any mother who is in this position but I would love To help if i can. I feel as parents we need to keep the community spirit alive. The services are reluctant as of what they can do. And parents left isolated to feel alone. WHEN I was in this position living this journey, I felt like I was living under a pressurised jar, balancing being a mum & trying to manage my thoughts & anxieties regarding my son was an incredible feeling. At times I felt like I could totally lose it, but why would I wanna “lose it” when I’m fighting with a passion to win.
By Julia Davis6 years ago in Families
