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Extracurriculars Open Up New Opportunities for Your Kids

Extracurricular classes and programs for kids are one of the best ways you can set your child up for success. There’s only so much they can learn in school, and kids are quick to develop interests outside the standard curriculum. Whether it’s sports, music, art, or technology, kids are curious about the world around them and they want to learn new skills. In an environment that’s fun and that makes trying, failing, and exploring safe, they can become enthusiastic about … Keep Reading!!!

The Shocking Statistics of Breastfeeding Inequality

Too much bandwidth is being taken up by the so called ‘mommy wars’.

In this feud, opposing mom-tribes engage in guerilla warfare within the blog comment trenches. Each side passionately brandishes their totemic claim: “Breast is best” vs “Back off and butt out, it’s our right to choose what’s best for us and our babies”.

But here’s the thing:

Whether or not well-off, well-educated, and well-informed mothers choose to breastfeed isn’t actually the most important issue. The really important problem, … Keep Reading!!!

Baby shower gifts that parents will appreciate

Baby showers are as exciting as they are confusing – at least for the guests. With so many cute baby products in stores, it’s difficult to settle on just a couple of things. And how can you be sure that parents will appreciate the gift you bought and it won’t end up in a drawer?

If you’re also a parent, then you are familiar with what parents really need in the first months after the baby is born and you … Keep Reading!!!

6 Steps To Building A Healthy Family

Building a healthy family. You see this topic in many publications. However, the information often falls short. They concentrate on one or two areas, like eating right and getting exercise, and stop. We suggest there is more to building a healthy family than staying fit.

Define a healthy family?

In order to build a healthy family, you must first define a healthy family. Yes, eating right and getting exercise plays a big role. But it is only one part of … Keep Reading!!!

Why Go Back To Your Nursing Career After Having Children

When you had children, did you put your nursing career on hold? Did you tell yourself you would come back to it later on when the children were older and no longer needed you quite so much? If so, you’re not alone. Many women do the same thing, and they are extremely happy with their decision.

 

Nursing is a hard job to do if you are going to also need to take care of very young children, so in … Keep Reading!!!

4 Ideas for Kids Birthday Parties

Coming up with the perfect party idea for your children’s birthday can be a challenge. As well as thinking up a winning birthday party idea there’s also catering and invitations to sort you too. The good news is that there is no shortage of ideas for kids’ parties whether they are at home or out of the house. Although these 5 ideas will require some organization, they might give you some inspiration to come up with an idea of your … Keep Reading!!!

How to Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction

It can be painful to watch as a loved one struggles with addiction. It is also to know how to help them or what to do. You don’t want to drive them away, but you also can’t just stand by and watch as they destroy their lives. You may not even be sure what they are struggling with exactly, but there are some telltale signs that a person is addicted to drugs or alcohol. You may notice that your loved … Keep Reading!!!

Top 5 Fun Family Activities to Do Outside This Summer

The temperatures are rising and the schools are out of session. It can be a boon or a bane. It is a boon when you no longer have to stay up all night meeting deadlines or at work, jotting down boring papers. But, it can be a bane if you do not know what to do with all this free time. This time is perfect to spend some quality time with you loved and near ones.

This is the time … Keep Reading!!!

Bad Relations Between Family and Education That You Should Avoid

Does your family interfere with how you handle your education? Is there a chance that they might even force you to drop out of school due to stress? Don’t wait for that to happen. Today, we will look at some of the causes that force students to drop out of school. Here, we will discuss one primary reason, which is the family. Remember, having a great family is one way of achieving success, whether in your life or education.

If … Keep Reading!!!

How to Practice Good Pool Etiquette for Parents

During the summer, kids love few things more than going to the pool and swimming. It’s a lot of fun for them, but also a sneaky way of encouraging physical activity.

It’s incredibly important for kids to stay active, so anything they enjoy doing makes your job simpler. That said, the pool must be respected and this means understanding what to and what not to do.

If you have an upcoming vacation or plan to take the kids to the … Keep Reading!!!

Tips For Going Camping With Kids

Kids love camping. These trips involve new food, new areas, and new activities; your kids might be in a state of excitement for the entire duration of your trip. Take extra steps to make sure that the experience is as fun as they hope it will be.

Pack Extra Snacks

Outdoor activity always makes kids hungry. Camping is extra work; between helping the parents set up the campsite, exploring the wilderness, and enjoying activities like hiking or swimming, your kids … Keep Reading!!!

Stretching The Family Budget When Preparing For A New Baby 

Preparing for a new baby can be an exciting time for any family, but one that comes with its own set of costs. The costs of raising a child are steadily rising, and the latest figures may look daunting to many soon-to-be parents. As of 2018, the cost of having a baby in America was pegged at $10,808, and raising them until age 18 will run up parents an average of $233,210. With the bills and upcoming expenses coming in … Keep Reading!!!