When that first child comes along, it may feel like you couldn’t possibly give out the same amount of love to another child. Yet it doesn’t take long before you realize that having any other number of children afterwards seems to draw from this reservoir of love that you never…
Ever feel like you’re a few sandwiches short of a picnic? While you may have plenty of food, you might be lacking the proper gear to make your picnic a success. In reality, a picnic is whatever you make it. So you can fly by the seat of your pants……
Are you looking for the secrets of taking perfect family photos? Look no further. These tips will help you take better pictures in no time flat; no photography degree required. Planned Family Pictures If you are planning your family photos ahead, ask that family members’ clothes be similar in color…
Planning a memorable, fun party for your child and her friends might seem like a major chore, but with a little foresight and preparation, it can be a breeze. The first thing to consider is your budget – and a commitment to sticking to it, no matter what. If your…
Saying one thing and doing another, melting down over seemingly nothing, refusing to use the bathroom — kids are contradictory little things sometimes. But before you throw your hands up and take your little one to a shrink, try to get to the bottom of those tumultuous thoughts. Maybe your…
Next to rent or mortgage payments, childcare often ranks as the second-highest expenditure in a household budget. Working couples can pay a whopping 10-20% of their incomes on childcare while their children are small. Seeing the high cost needed to be expensed for their children’s care, some couples decided to…
Most moms notice that their kids enjoy repetition. From watching the same video over and over to requesting a favorite book every night at bedtime, children crave the security and reassurance that a consistent routine provides. One way to enhance this sense of comfort derived from repetition is to create…
Whether it’s thumb-sucking, nose-picking, picky eating, bad manners or other annoying habit, many kids drive their parents crazy. But there are ways to break your kids of bothersome rituals. First of all, harping on them to quit doesn’t work. Punishment probably won’t, either. When you want to break your child…
Volunteering is a great opportunity to promote family togetherness while doing something good for your community. Many volunteer activities can be fun, educational, great sources of exercise, or all of the above! It’s also a great opportunity to teach your children the value of helping others and making a positive…
So after taking that one crucial test to see if you’re actually pregnant, you may be wondering what else lies in store during the many prenatal visits you’ll make in the course of nine months. If it’s your first time around, all those pokes and prods may seem unnecessary, but…