Raising a confident child can be a challenge. While some children have no issues going for what they want, other kids are more reserved and struggle to be assertive. It’s important to note there is a big difference between being assertive and being aggressive. As a parent, you probably want…
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……
Face it. Although decorating for Christmas may be one of your favorite pastimes, there’s little enjoyable about undoing the fruits of your labor. And while your kids love to be in on the action when the decorating is being done, don’t expect the same enthusiasm on the flipside. If you…
There’s no denying that grilling is thrilling. With summer upon us, ’tis the season to get your grill on. From pool parties to barbecues, it’s just not a summer celebration without a grill. Before you light up your grill – keep this in mind. Almost 60 percent of grill fires…
How many holidays have you spent feeling guilty that little Fido has been forgotten around the holidays? While everybody else is enjoying their Christmas booty, your favorite four-legged friend is left with not so much as a bone to chew. Well, fear not. There are plenty of ways for you…
The halls are decked, and the holiday season is upon us. For the majority of us that means family gatherings — and plenty of them. Sadly, nothing can suck the life out of a party like contending with difficult relatives. In some instances, it can be enough to make anybody…
Your kids are clamoring for an allowance, and what better way to allow them to earn one than with regular chores? Contributing to the workload around the house benefits the entire family. Completing chores boosts children’s self esteem by making them feel like a valued part of the team. Chores…
As summer approaches, it’s time to think about how you’ll teach your kids to stay safe when they’re out and about playing in the neighborhood, at parks or even away at camp. But there’s a fine line between teaching your kids smart tactics for dealing with strangers and scaring them…
Who says there ain’t no cure for the summertime blues? You’ll be hard-pressed to find a child who doesn’t enjoy spending time by the pool. For most families, it’s the highlight of the summer — both fun and affordable. While it’s great that you and your children are looking forward…
With the start of the new year inevitably come resolutions. January is National Birth Defects Prevention month, and if your resolution is to get pregnant, then learning how to have the healthiest baby possible is important. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that one in 33 children is…