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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.
Guide to Choosing a Mattress for Children's Health
It's not a secret anymore that you need a quality mattress to power through your day without any tiredness or heaviness in the body and mind. When you feel your body is giving up due to ache and discomfort, the first thing that you need to check is the condition of your mattress. A damaged or old bed can fail to relax your body. The same thing can happen with your kid if his or her mattress is not proper. A kid can be healthy and active only when he or she gets sound sleep. And as you are aware, the choice of a surface on which your kid sleeps can play a substantial role in this.
By Silvia Watson6 years ago in Families
Let’s Talk Nudes (Part 2)
I am the mother of three teenage girls... 19, 16, and 14. What I'm going to share with you is not a new epidemic, but has been going on for years. What I'm seeing is an infiltration of this issue at a younger age, and it's becoming more wide-spread and commonplace. So, here we go... let's talk nudes.
By Amy Neuman Proffitt6 years ago in Families
Why You Should Work from Home When You Have a Family
If you have a family, you probably keep them in mind with everything that you do. For example, when choosing a career, you might want to look for one that is going to be best for you and everyone else in your household. If this is the case, then you may want to look into working from home if you can. Although it's not an option for everyone, working from home can be a good thing for those who have families for these reasons.
By Sasha McGregor6 years ago in Families
Everything Has a Place
My Daddy was a man of very few words and lots of laughter. He giggled at almost everything, especially life’s drama. When we would “have a fit and fall in it,” Papa would just giggle. His IQ was high and his words were few. Perhaps there is wisdom in this. He basically felt that other’s business was none of his. Thus, when Papa coached me about something other than sports, I listened. One of his strongest lessons had to do with orderliness.
By Scout Cloud6 years ago in Families
Be a Butterfly
I overheard my 14 year old son and our 16 year old neighbor talking in our kitchen over the weekend. My son, Chase was leaning casually against the counter, regarding Shawn half- heartedly, who had been discussing the appropriate dress of a high school boy. Chase had started high school last week, and the initial anxiety of the unknown had already mostly dissipated. Shawn was imparting what he felt was solid advice to help my son fit in at school.
By Jenn Luokkala6 years ago in Families
Keep Busy During Hurricanes
For Americans who live in the Southeast, hurricanes are a part of life. While hurricane seasons have become stronger in the past decade, they have always been part of life in this part of the country for a long time. While most of the focus is on how to prepare for the hurricane to ensure proper hygiene, water, and food, it’s important to be able to keep yourself—and your kids!—occupied while you’re waiting out the storm. Check out these ideas:
By Brandi Brown6 years ago in Families
Online Gaming and Kids: Risks & Prevention
Since it is challenging to verify the true identity of the person behind the phone screen or desktop monitor, children end up exploiting this loophole to access online casinos and gamble using their parents’ or siblings’ accounts. Although this phenomenon is not new, a recent report by the UKGC reveals shocking details on how rife underage gambling is. And the problem is getting worse by the day.
By Julia Beyers6 years ago in Families
Mothers Working from Home: Is It Really Worth the Risk
Women have pushed the boundaries of the norm in the 21st century, perhaps more than ever. According to CNBC, the number of women CEOs of Fortune 500 companies broke records just last year. You don’t have to look far to see that times are evolving worldwide as many working mothers have refused to be left behind. Whether a mother chooses to work in the office where she can feed off of comradery, or on the other hand, if a mother chooses to thrive off of intimacy with her children while working from home one thing is for sure, women are making bolder moves than ever. We are not here to claim that one work environment is better than the other. Instead, we’ve listed some details to consider, on your individual journey.
By Sasha McGregor6 years ago in Families
Surviving Your First Year as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge into the zany SAHM (stay-at-home mom) pool. While expecting your baby, you may have envisioned days of doing exactly what you wanted to do while your baby snoozed away, but you have probably by now realized that your tiny, new—permanent—houseguest is running the show. Now what?
By Kerrie McLoughlin6 years ago in Families
Keep Your Kids Safe in Your Neighborhood
You may be getting ready to move your family into a new neighborhood or you might be starting to think about starting a family in your current neighborhood. Whatever the case may be, you want to make sure your family is safe. No one wants their children growing up in an area where they can’t play outside by themselves or walk down the street to hang out with their friends. Here’s how to make sure that your neighborhood is safe for your kids.
By Jade Pulman6 years ago in Families
Safety Tips All Parents Can Implement to Protect Their Children
The world can seem extra scary when parents think about the safety of their kids. This fear doesn't naturally subside when you have your kids at home with you. While it is a parent's job to work towards allowing their kids to earn their independence, it is equally important to keep them safe in every aspect of their lives. Below are some tips to take into consideration for keeping your kids safe.
By Sasha McGregor6 years ago in Families
