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When to Step in During a Sibling Argument

May 3, 2022 by jessica Creger

Do you ever feel like a referee when your kids are arguing? It can be tough to know when to step in and when to let them work it out on their own. In this blog post, we will discuss the best time to intervene during a sibling argument. We will also provide some tips for how to handle the situation if you do end up stepping in. Keep reading for more information. Should … [Read more...] about When to Step in During a Sibling Argument

Everything You Need to Know About the Teen Years

March 20, 2022 by jessica Creger

Raising a teenager can be difficult. They are going through so many changes and they don't always want to listen to you. As a parent, it is important that you educate yourself on what they are going through. This will help you better understand them and provide the support they need during these challenging years. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About the Teen Years

The Best Hacks to Get Picky Eaters Eating

February 24, 2022 by jessica Creger

There's nothing more frustrating than watching your picky eater turn her nose up at everything you put in front of her. Don't lose hope! These tips and tricks can help to ensure that she gets the nutrients she needs, even if it means sneaking them into every meal. You know those moments when you sit down with a plate of food and suddenly realize you're starving? Your picky … [Read more...] about The Best Hacks to Get Picky Eaters Eating

Help for Divorced Couples Sharing 50-50 Custody

February 6, 2022 by jessica Creger

When parents divorce, one of the most difficult decisions they face is how to share custody of their children. It can be hard enough to work out the logistics of co-parenting when both parties are in agreement, but when there is animosity and resentment between them, it can seem impossible. However, with a little bit of effort and cooperation, it is possible for divorced … [Read more...] about Help for Divorced Couples Sharing 50-50 Custody

Is Melatonin a Safe Sleeping Aide

December 30, 2021 by jessica Creger

We all know that sleep is crucial to our health. It helps us feel refreshed and rejuvenated, and it's one of the most important things we can do for our mental well-being. But what if there was a way to help you get even better quality sleep? Well, there might be an answer in your kitchen cupboard: melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland which … [Read more...] about Is Melatonin a Safe Sleeping Aide

How to Be More Mindful About your Spouse’s Needs

November 16, 2021 by jessica Creger

We've all heard it, and we're sure you've said it to your spouse at one point: "I'm busy." It's an easy go-to explanation that we tend to use when our time is occupied with something else. And while we might be telling the truth about what we have going on, we're not saying the entire truth: If we were to stop and think about it, we likely could find a way to shuffle our … [Read more...] about How to Be More Mindful About your Spouse’s Needs

Top Board Games for Kids

October 26, 2021 by jessica Creger

Board games are a great way for children to have fun and learn at the same time. They can teach counting, colors, basic cause and effect, strategy, teamwork, coordination…just about any attribute that your child may need in life they will be able to pick up from playing board games!   Board games also promote countless hours of family bonding time, which is … [Read more...] about Top Board Games for Kids

Tips to Help Kids Keep Mask on At School

October 3, 2021 by jessica Creger

With more and more kids returning to in-person school this year, many areas are requiring masks on kids of all ages. It seems no matter what, if you have the shot or not, you must get a mask on your kid to attend school. While some kids are fine with this masking up situation, as it has been around for over a year now, some kids have issues with it. Today we're sharing some … [Read more...] about Tips to Help Kids Keep Mask on At School

Activities Kids Can Enjoy During the Fall Season

September 14, 2021 by jessica Creger

Are you looking for some fun activities to do with your kids during the fall season? There are lots of different things that your kids can do during the fall. You will want to make sure that they are active and busy because it is very easy for them to get sick during this time. They will be able to play outside and enjoy the leaves changing colors. The kids can jump in piles … [Read more...] about Activities Kids Can Enjoy During the Fall Season

Hacks to Get Kids to Eat Veggies

August 26, 2021 by jessica Creger

""How can we get kids to eat more vegetables?"" The question is one that many parents and caregivers struggle with. Whether they are cooking for themselves or others, it's difficult to find ways to add more veggies to people's diets. Fortunately, there are some hacks that will allow you to increase the number of vegetables in your meals without too much effort. We'll … [Read more...] about Hacks to Get Kids to Eat Veggies

How to Co-Parent With a Jerk

August 8, 2021 by jessica Creger

When it comes to divorcing someone that you have kids with, the reality is that sometimes you end up having to co-parent with a jerk. This is just how it goes from time to time because every person is so different. Today we’re going to share some tips to help you keep your sanity while you’re co-parenting with a jerk. Since you can’t pick who you have to co-parent with, you … [Read more...] about How to Co-Parent With a Jerk

Tips for Your First Teen Driver

July 25, 2021 by jessica Creger

With so many teenagers getting their license for the first time this year, we wanted to feature some tips that will help ease the anxiety parents get with their first teen driver. There are many ways to handle this situation, everything from setting rules and consequences to monitoring your teen driver with an app. Today we are going to share the best tips for your first … [Read more...] about Tips for Your First Teen Driver

Tips for Parents who Travel for Work

July 8, 2021 by jessica Creger

Traveling for work can be a fun experience for many people. You get to see new sights, enjoy new food, and have the time of your life going to new places. Sometimes traveling for work can be difficult though. This typically happens when parents have to travel for work. Today we’re going to share some tips for parents out there who have to travel frequently for work. … [Read more...] about Tips for Parents who Travel for Work

How to Adjust Working Remotely With Kids

June 10, 2021 by jessica Creger

Many parents are now being forced to transition into remote working positions. While most places have opened up for working at the office, businesses everywhere have found value in hiring remote workers. That’s why we wanted to feature some tips to help you adjust to working remotely with kids. Whether you have kids home to do remote learning or the kids are home for summer … [Read more...] about How to Adjust Working Remotely With Kids

Working Mom Guide to Maximizing the Weekend

May 27, 2021 by jessica Creger

As a working mom, you know all too well that the weekend flies right by. Today we wanted to help you with maximizing your weekend. The time on the weekend can be used to enjoy the life you work hard to support. We just have to share some of the best tips and tricks that will help any working mom maximize their time during the weekend. Below you’ll find our tried and true … [Read more...] about Working Mom Guide to Maximizing the Weekend

Family Camping Hacks

May 6, 2021 by jessica Creger

We’re entering the season of family camping. This is the time of year when families all over the region invest in some camping tents, RV’s, or some other camper option to go family camping. The problem with family camping is that most forget these simple family camping hacks to make life easier! Today we’re sharing some of our favorite family camping hacks to help you … [Read more...] about Family Camping Hacks

Tips for Cultivating Empathy with Children

April 20, 2021 by jessica Creger

Being a mindful parent is easier than one may think. Part of being more mindful as a parent is to be aware of what type of emotional skills you need to practice to ensure your children grow up to exhibit these qualities. Today we’re talking about tips for cultivating empathy with children. These tips will help you be a good role model for your children and help you teach … [Read more...] about Tips for Cultivating Empathy with Children

Hacks for Mitigating Toddler Tantrums

April 8, 2021 by jessica Creger

Toddlers have a knack for throwing tantrums. This normal part of child development typically occurs sometime after age 2 years. This means your little angel will wake up one day and be ready to argue about everything! Once your child reaches that lovely age of toddlerhood, it’s time to learn some mitigation hacks to keep the toddler tantrums at a minimum. Today we’re … [Read more...] about Hacks for Mitigating Toddler Tantrums

The Best Online Educational Games for Kids

March 30, 2021 by jessica Creger

With so many kids being stuck at home for remote learning during the last year, we wanted to feature some of the best online educational games for kids. These online games will allow your kids to detach from their everyday online learning sessions with virtual teachers to have some fun! Each of these online educational games for kids will help your kids enjoy time playing on … [Read more...] about The Best Online Educational Games for Kids

How to Help Kids Cope with Life Without School

March 21, 2021 by jessica Creger

Many kids have had their typical lives uprooted by the pandemic. Most kids had to return home to attend remote learning sessions and are still dealing with this setup. Other kids may have returned to in-person school sessions, but it isn’t like it was. Kids who are living life without school are starting to exhibit signs of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. These are not … [Read more...] about How to Help Kids Cope with Life Without School

Simple Ways for Parents to be Silly With Kids

March 9, 2021 by jessica Creger

As we grow older we tend to lose our ability to be silly. You used your imagination every day as a child and enjoyed playing make-believe. You dreamed big and nothing could deter you from the idea that you’d grow up to be a unicorn. Kids just have this innate ability to be free and think beyond the realm of reality, we lost this concept as adults. Just because you’ve … [Read more...] about Simple Ways for Parents to be Silly With Kids

Creative Ways to Bond with Toddlers

February 28, 2021 by jessica Creger

Toddlers change their mind faster than your sink loads up with dishes! These little human beings have a hyperactive mind that’s laser-focused on learning everything about their world. Sometimes this desire to learn about their world is something they want to do in one whole day! While your toddler is rambunctious, curious, and all about themselves, you can find creative ways … [Read more...] about Creative Ways to Bond with Toddlers

How to Find a Great Babysitter

February 18, 2021 by jessica Creger

One of the hardest decisions you’ll face as a parent is finding a great babysitter! You might need to hire a babysitter while you work or maybe you’ll need a babysitter for a night out. Whatever the reasons you have for looking for a great babysitter, we have some tips to help you find the right person. If you don’t have a family member or close friend to watch the kids for … [Read more...] about How to Find a Great Babysitter

Tips for Using Natural Consequences as a Discipline Strategy

February 9, 2021 by jessica Creger

Natural consequences are something that occurs due to your child’s decision. This consequence is called natural because it’s something that doesn’t involve anyone else to enforce. One of the simplest examples of a natural consequence is that if your child refuses to wear a coat in cold temperatures, they will then feel cold when they’re outside. If you’re thinking about … [Read more...] about Tips for Using Natural Consequences as a Discipline Strategy

Secrets from Behind the Scenes of “The Price is Right”

July 29, 2018 by jessica Creger

“The Price Is Right” is among the most popular American game shows of all time Contestants have prayed to arrive at the show’s studio and hear the legendary words, “Come on down!” The point of the show is that audience members receive the opportunity to win various prizes, by making the best guess at the worth, or price, of the prize. “The Price Is Right” is among … [Read more...] about Secrets from Behind the Scenes of “The Price is Right”

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Visual History Tour of the United States: The Oldest Photos taken in Each State

December 21, 2017 by jessica Creger

The United States persists for more than 200 years and has shaped the history of the world with several historical moments. The world saw the arrival of photographic technology in the early 1800s, and it marked the beginning of a completely new era. Any time before then, photographic records were virtually non-existent, the early 19th century was the first time in the … [Read more...] about Visual History Tour of the United States: The Oldest Photos taken in Each State

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Most Amazing Magic Tricks With Explanations

October 29, 2017 by jessica Creger

We all have that one popular and favorite magician of our time. David Blane was that magician for me who always left me speechless. After watching his shows on the Television, I always wonder how he does those tricks. And yes, although this startling magical trick amazes everyone, we can't deny the fact that they are just tricks. Some magicians are very clear about these … [Read more...] about Most Amazing Magic Tricks With Explanations

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45 Useful Things That Everybody Must Know

August 16, 2017 by jessica Creger

We’ve compiled a list of little tips and trivia that may surprise you. These useful or interesting facts should be common knowledge, but surprisingly many are not. Most of spend a lot of time becoming experts in our own fields of interest but lack knowledge in day to day life tips that could actually save us valuable time and energy. Although some of these bits of knowledge may … [Read more...] about 45 Useful Things That Everybody Must Know

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Customers Show The Truth: What Fast Food Can Really Look Like

July 27, 2017 by jessica Creger

The latest healthy eating trend has made some great changes to the American fast food industry. From deep-fried everything to gallons of sugary drinks, the industry needed to make some bold actions. However, some restaurants that dominated the market just a few years ago, are busy playing catch-up with the latest trends, and that translates into some really bad choices. … [Read more...] about Customers Show The Truth: What Fast Food Can Really Look Like

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Following These Fashion Trends Actually Make Us Look Older To Age

January 3, 2017 by jessica Creger

Don’t get fooled by everything that is published in the fashion magazine, looking older is never a trend! But, it is sad to relate that even the latest styles are making people look older than their age. So, which of these outfit goose ups have you been prosecuting? To avoid such social picadillo and appear young and as lively with the touch of the newest trends, here are some … [Read more...] about Following These Fashion Trends Actually Make Us Look Older To Age

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Celine Dion’s Turbulent Life & Sudden Announcement

November 26, 2016 by jessica Creger

A Life Filled With Drama, Tragedy & Success Known for her turbulent private life and signature songs, no matter what life throws at her, ultra-successful Canadian pop singer Celine Dion always picks herself up and it's time to lift the lid on the crazy things she's been through - some of them have remained hidden until now. Balancing immense success, a forbidden … [Read more...] about Celine Dion’s Turbulent Life & Sudden Announcement

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Never Behave Like These People

November 11, 2016 by jessica Creger

There were some days when speaking to someone loudly in public was considered to be rude. But that is not the case now. The court on plausible public behavior has already pushed itself far down. This was very astonishing some years ago. There must be some laws where the adults must get punished for their misbehavior. Until then let's have a look at some prime illustrations of … [Read more...] about Never Behave Like These People

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45 Savvy Uses of Aluminum Foil That Everyone Must Know

January 17, 2016 by jessica Creger

Aluminum foil has more functions than just lining the cookie sheets. You could wrap, play, build, dry, and even clean with this amazing tool. Forget the simple uses such as wrapping your lunch or covering a food box. Aluminum foil is the ultimate life hack! This paper will highlight more than 45 functions of aluminum foil that save effort, time, and finances. Especially when … [Read more...] about 45 Savvy Uses of Aluminum Foil That Everyone Must Know

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Why To Never Throw Those Silica Gel Packets You Get With Everything

January 3, 2016 by jessica Creger

When we order new gadgets, new pairs of shoes, or any bags, we get those small silica gel sachets with them. They are not simply added on to contribute to the presentation of the brand new thing, but it is there for a reason. Silica shows desiccant properties, that is it absorbs moisture from its surroundings keeping the area dry and moisture-free. It acts as a drying agent. … [Read more...] about Why To Never Throw Those Silica Gel Packets You Get With Everything

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Strange Pictures

August 26, 2010 by jessica Creger

What makes a photo special? Well, there was a time every photo was special as photography was a complicated business. The cameras were very heavy and clunky to operate. Most people lived and died without having their photo taken even once. As you’ll see in this article, people even took pictures with dead relatives just to commemorate them for the final opportunity. We sure … [Read more...] about Strange Pictures

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44 Drag Race Queens We Need To Bring Back For RuPaul’s All-Stars

August 19, 2010 by jessica Creger

Hey there squirrel friends! Season five of RuPaul’s Drag Race: All-Stars is already making our tongues pop and our wigs snatched all the way up to the ceiling. This season has been like no other, to say the least. The ups and downs have made us shout ‘look over there’ numerous times, and we thought it was time for a much-needed pause. Like, a nice Aiden Zhane nap in the … [Read more...] about 44 Drag Race Queens We Need To Bring Back For RuPaul’s All-Stars

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