It’s that time of year when school is out, and kids are out and about with their parents. Whether it’s the mall, the pool, museums, zoos or other public place, it’s possible that you and your child could be separated. It’s so easy for a child to get lost with…
As kids begin school, the subject of having friends sleep over will rear its head. One of the nice things about having a sleepover instead of traditional birthday party is that you can supervise all the activities in your home, plus you tend not to have to rent expensive spaces,…
Are you ready for it to be game over for your kids when it comes to the Xbox, Playstation and other video technology? You’re probably not alone. There are plenty of reasons to be concerned if your child is a major gamer. Studies show that adolescent girls spent an average…
When it comes to what’s going on in your child’s school, does it feel like you don’t out those important nuggets of news until it’s too late? Whether it’s picture day, book fair, food drive or other events, you’re probably familiar with the feeling of finding out about it after…
With so much to worry about when it comes to kids, it’s hard to decide which health concerns are valid and which are less serious. For example, many parents freak out when their child gets clocked in the noggin, but much of the time, a bump on the head will…
It’s been four weeks since your little bundle of joy came into the world, and you’re finally ready to pose in a bikini on the front of a magazine, right? Of course not. It’s time for new moms to get realistic – and more forgiving – about losing the baby…
While it’s true that you can’t do everything for your child, there’s no reason you can’t guide him down the right path, especially when it comes to making friends. Bonding with others can be a new experience for younger children. Of course, you can lead by example, but there are…
Every so often, a story will surface in the news about women who are rebuked for breastfeeding their babies in public. Whether it’s shop owners or their patrons who complain, it’s an embarrassing situation for moms who are just trying to feed their children. Most people wouldn’t want to take…
When you’re tight on time and your kids are foaming at the mouth for food, a snack can be just the thing you need to tide them over. Unfortunately, all snacks are not created equal. Although cookies, fruit snacks, juice, brownies and cupcakes may seem like the ultimate mouth-watering in-between…
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the cost of raising a child can be an estimated $200,000… not including the price of college. With those kinds of expenses, it behooves you to cut your costs wherever you can. Most people don’t realize how very simple saving a buck can…