A couple of years ago, my spouse and I had a realization that had been a long time coming.  The two of us had both been attending various forms of therapy for the last 5 or 6 years.  We both had individual therapists, we’d done marriage counseling in the past to get through some tough times and I regularly attend 12-step meetings as part of my ongoing recovery from substance abuse.  Our oldest daughter was also in therapy, something we … Keep Reading!!!

Alzheimer’s Disease can be tough to see. It’s something that many older adults develop, and medical science does not have a cure for it. It’s a progressive disease that destroys not just the memory but also other vital mental functions.

While it’s hard on the family members who have to see their relative wasting away, you can imagine how much more challenging it is for the afflicted individual. Let’s talk about a few of the ways you can help out … Keep Reading!!!

1 in every 9,714 babies are born with a birth injury in the United States. Medical negligence is often to blame for injuries to the mother or newborn during pregnancy of birth. While some injuries heal, others result in permanent damage and disability. By being aware of the signs, parents can help stop preventable medical mistakes occurring and avoid the lifelong emotional and financial hardship that often results.

Types of medical negligence 

In most cases, medical negligence during pregnancy often … Keep Reading!!!

Across the globe, children usually live with and receive support from their family members, relatives, peers, and paid care providers, mostly from their parents. In the developing world, increased dependence on paid child care for most supported children has prompted extensive research into the impact on children’s well-being, cognitive ability, adjustment, and social interactions (both positive and negative).

Although there is the recognition that parents remain the primary influences on the well-being and growth of children, it is also clear … Keep Reading!!!

At preschool age, most children dream of their own pet. They ask their parents or Santa Claus to buy a fluffy friend. They try to bring home every kitten or puppy they meet on the street. At some point, parents decide to encourage the baby’s desire but immediately wonder what kind of pet to choose for a preschool child so that he can cope with caring for a pet. But for sure, when buying a pet for your kid, you … Keep Reading!!!

Although thoughtful gift giving can be stressful, on the whole, Americans love giving gifts — in fact, 68% of us consider gift giving one of our “love languages.” Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary or Christmas, all moms want to get the family gifts they’ll truly love and enjoy. With a little extra thought and care, you can find meaningful gifts for your kids and husband, as well as ones you can enjoy together as a family. 

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So, you’ve got a room ready to become your children’s new playroom, all you need now is to decorate it right?  But with so many products and ideas to choose from, how do you create the ideal playroom for your children? 

Here’s a few points you might want to consider before you start.

Decorate for soft play

It’s a playroom and for most kids that means playing on the floor. Although they’re not popular with everyone, a carpet is a … Keep Reading!!!

Have you invested a fortune on your child’s car seat? Well, if that is the case, then you will surely want the seat to last for a significant period of time. Now, the first rule of the thumb is to buy the car seat from a good brand. The reason is that a quality brand does not compromise on the quality of the car seat by any means at all.

For example, search for a child car seat at Maxi-Cosi… Keep Reading!!!

After a long and tiring day at school, your child might just want to sit in front of the TV when they get home; however, getting them involved in extra-curricular activities will give them the opportunity to try new things, explore their capabilities and develop important life skills, so it’s worth the extra effort. Here a girls’ school in Surrey explores some of the main benefits children get from participating in extra-curricular activities. 

Building self-esteem

By getting involved in different … Keep Reading!!!

Moms and dads have a long list of responsibilities to take care of each day. From making sure their little ones get to school on time to ensure that they eat plenty of vitamins and minerals in their daily diets, there’s an awful lot to think about, and it’s not always easy to keep your kids as happy and healthy as you want them to be.

For many parents, one of the most challenging times of the day is bedtime. … Keep Reading!!!