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Parenting Tips
Helping Your Kids to Eat Independently
Photo Credit When your child starts eating independently, it is certainly one of the big milestones in their development. And it also marks a time when you are not totally responsible for their feeding, though, of course, there will be a lot of mess involved to start off with! So, whether with items of cutlery or their fingers, you will want to encourage them to eat … [Read more...] about Helping Your Kids to Eat Independently
3 Ways To Exercise With Kids In Tow
Picture Credits It can be hard to find the time to do many things when you’re a parent, not least working out and sticking to an exercise regime. However, there have been developments over the years that have meant that children are able to get involved in the exercise that we’re doing - even if they’re not having to do it themselves. But just how do we do it, especially when … [Read more...] about 3 Ways To Exercise With Kids In Tow
Should You Let Your Kids Choose Their Own Clothes?
Every parent has had an argument with their kids about their clothes. There are always going to be clashes because young children don’t always have practicality in mind. They’ll also want you to buy them expensive designer clothes but when they come home covered in mud after a week, it’s not sustainable. While you shouldn’t be letting them do whatever they like, giving them a … [Read more...] about Should You Let Your Kids Choose Their Own Clothes?
5 Tips to Boost Toddler’s Speech
It is so fun when your toddler begins to say their first words. Then as they grow even bigger their gibber-gabber will turn into full words. Between the ages of 2 and 3 kids can really begin to pick up words faster, and you will hear them chattering away. We as parents have a huge impact on our child's language and speech skills! Today I am going to share tips to boost your … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Boost Toddler’s Speech
Ways to Raise a Happier Child
I think as parents we want our children to grow up to be the best version of themselves. Being a happy, loving, kind, determined child. I have seen over the years that every child has their own personality that begins to bloom as they grow up. Some are just happy from the get go and smile non-stop, while others might be a bit quieter or shy. Here are some tips to keep your … [Read more...] about Ways to Raise a Happier Child
Time To Take Control: What Can Be Forgotten Now You Are A Parent
Getting that positive pregnancy test, welcoming a newborn into your life, and becoming a parent for the first, second, third or whatever time is always a remarkable and amazing experience. You become entered into a bubble, a special club, that only you and other parents understand. The sleep deprivation, the overwhelming feeling of love, and the fact you no longer mind the look … [Read more...] about Time To Take Control: What Can Be Forgotten Now You Are A Parent
The 3 Pillars Of Healthy Development
Credit All parents are likely to agree that ensuring your children are raised as well as possible is vital for their adulthood. You want your children to develop in a way which is healthy and happy, and you need to know how you can ensure that that is all the more likely. As it happens, it’s pretty straightforward to do, as long as you follow some essential rules for doing so. … [Read more...] about The 3 Pillars Of Healthy Development
Making your Child’s First Dentist Visit Fun and Enjoyable
Image source There is plenty that you can do to ensure that your child enjoys their trip to the dentist. Taking care of their dental health is one of the life skills that your little one will have to learn. Some kids are naturally relaxed about all medical appointments and take the whole visit in their stride. Others find the surroundings and equipment at the dental … [Read more...] about Making your Child’s First Dentist Visit Fun and Enjoyable
Life Skills Every Child Needs to Learn
Life skills are something we as parents need to take the time to teach our children! I have created a list of life skill that we need to teach them as they grow up and hit the appropriate ages to learn. Life skills are tools your child needs to know to be successful in life, they don't teach all of these skills at school! Some of the skills is knowing how to do laundry, … [Read more...] about Life Skills Every Child Needs to Learn
Safety First: How To Protect Kids At Play Time
Credit Everyone is unique, but if there is one thing kids have in common it’s their desire to play. Whether it is on the internet or outside, they love to get stuck into a long, hard session. For parents, this is a godsend because keeping your kids active is one of the major parts of being a mom or dad. However, there is a problem: their safety. Unfortunately, play time isn’t … [Read more...] about Safety First: How To Protect Kids At Play Time
Run Out Of Ideas? New Ways To Make Exercise More Fun For Kids
In this day and age, it can be really difficult to tear kids away from TV screens and tablets. With summer finally here, it’s a perfect time to try and get your children more involved in exercise, and to ensure they have fun when they’re on the go. If you’ve run out of ideas and you feel like you’re fighting a losing battle against a games console, here are some new ways to … [Read more...] about Run Out Of Ideas? New Ways To Make Exercise More Fun For Kids
Help Your Kids Move Into Their First Home
It’s always a difficult and emotional time when your first kid moves out of the home to gain their independence. That might be to go off to college, but chances are they won’t come back after this. Instead, they’ll start looking for their own home and their own place to live. This can mean renting a place or buying their first home, but they will definitely need your help to do … [Read more...] about Help Your Kids Move Into Their First Home
What to Expect When Expecting Twins
Image source Finding out you're having twins can be quite the shock. The thought of welcoming one new baby into the world can be overwhelming enough, but two! Well it can certainly feel daunting. So this article is all about helping you understand what you can expect when you are expecting twins and how to prepare for it. Common Concerns Firstly it is totally natural to be … [Read more...] about What to Expect When Expecting Twins
Five Pregnancy Problems You Might Not Be Aware Of – And How To Treat Them
There are few things that are as challenging to your body as carrying a baby and giving birth to your child. Not only can it be a strain in pretty much every area of your life from your relationship to your finances to your emotions, it’s also extremely physically difficult. Everyone already knows about morning sickness and a constant need to pee when you’re pregnant - but what … [Read more...] about Five Pregnancy Problems You Might Not Be Aware Of – And How To Treat Them
Do You React Or Respond To Your Child
Sometimes as parents, we can forget to take the time and respond in a positive way when are child needs us. We might react and say, "Stop crying right now!" or leave them to throw a fit and walk away. We have the choice to take the time, help develop that strong relationship and help your child through the situation they are struggling with. Do you react or respond to your … [Read more...] about Do You React Or Respond To Your Child
Strategies to Encourage Your Child to Confide in You
We all might fear the day our teens or tweens might not confide in us when things are going wrong in their life, or they are struggling. Some kids always talk to their parents, and have a very open relationship, while others distance themselves. I want to do my very best that my children will have confidence in my relationship with them, that they can trust that no matter … [Read more...] about Strategies to Encourage Your Child to Confide in You
6 Commitments of A Great Parent
When you take on having a child, your life gets put on the back burner. It is our duty as parents to raise our child the best way possible, to prepare them for the world! Parents sometimes sacrifice their own time, so you can spend it helping and teaching, and loving your little one! Below are commitments of great parents. These commitments are a choice, and you can choose to … [Read more...] about 6 Commitments of A Great Parent
Are you too Selfish to be a Parent?
It’s happened, you’re pregnant. Congratulations! While you may not be feeling excited about this new journey in your life, there’s lots of good that comes from becoming a parent. As a mom of three, I can tell you it’s the most exhausting yet rewarding job I have ever had and I feel blessed to have a … [Read more...] about Are you too Selfish to be a Parent?
How to Raise Your Child to Be a Good Friend
I think we all can agree as parents, our goal is to raise well rounded children. We want them to be kind to others, have confidence, be strong, help out others, and the list can go on and on! We just want our child to succeed at all things in life! I am going to share on tips on how to raise your child to be a good friend to others. I think this is important, because we all … [Read more...] about How to Raise Your Child to Be a Good Friend
Whаt tо Exресt in the Second Trіmеѕtеr of Prеgnаnсу
Aftеr bаttlÑ–ng mоrnÑ–ng Ñ•Ñ–Ñknеѕѕ аnd Ñ•urgÑ–ng hormones fоr three mоnthÑ•, уоu mау ѕооn … [Read more...] about Whаt tо Exресt in the Second Trіmеѕtеr of Prеgnаnсу
How To Teach Children To Be Kind
Kindness is one of the important qualities to foster in children. There is no obvious way in teaching your kids how to imbibe kindness. It's not as easy as teaching them the letters of the alphabets or how to make their beds. Kindness as a quality comes easily to some children. Children already have a great capacity to be compassionate, but with all the pain and wickedness … [Read more...] about How To Teach Children To Be Kind
How to Control Pregnancy Hormones in First Trimester
Pregnancy is a stressful time in life as it is. You feel a range of new emotions and the realization that your life is changing is overwhelming. Pregnancy brings about exhaustion stress and hormonal changes that affect your mood. In addition to hormonal changes some very important questions bother young mothers-to-be. They wonder whether they will be good parents, whether … [Read more...] about How to Control Pregnancy Hormones in First Trimester
Dealing With Unplanned Pregnancy
For most pregnancy and childbirth is a joyous event, as they have planned for it, coveted the thoughts of having children and are sure that this is what they want in life and this is something they can afford at a certain stage. However, there are times when pregnancy comes unexpectedly. Despite all the measures one might be taking to prevent it, pregnancy is still possible. … [Read more...] about Dealing With Unplanned Pregnancy
Ways to Deal with Children With Social Anxiety
If you are wondering if your child might suffer from social anxiety, then read below to see if your child fits. Social anxiety in children is a fear or phobia related to struggling interacting with others or being the center of attention. Children might become quiet, extra shy, do not voice their fears or issues they might be feeling, and even cry and ask to leave. Social … [Read more...] about Ways to Deal with Children With Social Anxiety
I Saw, I Fell!
Do you believe in love at first sight? I did as an emotional teenager. I watched old Hollywood musicals on TV, read Wuthering Heights with a tear-streamed face, and knew the words to every sappy song on the radio. Then I didn’t. We understand a little more about love as we get older, and as we realize that songs, books and … [Read more...] about I Saw, I Fell!
Different Ways to Teaching Siblings to Get Along
Teaching siblings to get along can take some time, but with a few tips and tricks you can achieve this goal! Sibling rivalry is a real thing, and sometimes it is very hard for children to see eye to eye. Nothing beats growing up and your sister or brother becoming your best friend. Someone you can count on and trust fully! Below are ways to help teach your children that they … [Read more...] about Different Ways to Teaching Siblings to Get Along
Things I wish I had Taught my Daughter
As I get further into the life of raising a teenager, there is a lot of things that come to mind. For instance, while I feel I raised her pretty darn well and so far she has a great head on her shoulders and doesn’t fall prey to peer pressure, there are some things I wish I had taught her. I covered the basics like using your manners, folding laundry, washing dishes, being a … [Read more...] about Things I wish I had Taught my Daughter
5 Ways to Deal with Toddler Tantrums
If you have a child, you might have experienced your toddler throwing a tantrum once or twice. It can be absolutely humiliating when you are out in public, but sadly it is a part of their growth. Between the ages of 1 to 4, children are still trying to learn the concept of coping skills. So instead of assessing and working through a situation they just have a meltdown instead. … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Deal with Toddler Tantrums
All about a Hyperactive Child
Many children are hyper; they just have this boat load of energy that they can’t always displace elsewhere. Some children can even be super active all day long, running around outdoors and having high activity levels yet still be hyperactive. Parents who are raising children who are hyperactive can often find themselves frustrated, exhausted and baffled as to what is going on. … [Read more...] about All about a Hyperactive Child
10 Products to Help Kids Focus
With the stress of standardized testing and a fast paced educational environment in our schools, it is no wonder more kids are exhibiting signs of ADHD and anxiety. There are less exercise times, such as recess being slowly taken away from the elementary children who need that mid-day break to release energy. The pressure is on for kids, parents and teachers to figure out how … [Read more...] about 10 Products to Help Kids Focus
Autism Awareness #LightItUpBlue for Understanding and Acceptance
I recently shared a bit about my autism story with my middle child. Diagnosed High Functioning Autistic about 3 years ago or so, it was a new learning experience. With that being said, finally having the diagnosis that now is pretty much Asperger's helped us to better raise our son. Now when others want to look at him odd or make faces because he isn’t as social as one would … [Read more...] about Autism Awareness #LightItUpBlue for Understanding and Acceptance
Co-Parenting Tips: How to Handle Opposite Rules in Other Parent’s Home
I have been co-parenting for about 14 years. With this experience of co-parenting have come some challenges, struggles and personal growth. You see, co-parenting isn’t easy by any means and when you co-parent with someone who is completely the opposite of you, it’s quite frustrating to say the least. I have been co-parenting my sons for about a handful of years but I took what … [Read more...] about Co-Parenting Tips: How to Handle Opposite Rules in Other Parent’s Home
3 Ways to Prepare your Child for College Life
There are many tips for your child in high school about college. Guidance counselors work hard to prepare your child academically for college. It’s wonderful that so many high schools now have programs, counselors and resources available for your child to prepare for college. With that being said, there’s more to college life than academics. Have you thought about how you will … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Prepare your Child for College Life
How to Get your Kids to Do Homework
Many parents struggle with homework time. It seems kids are being sent home with an abundant supply of homework and it’s stressful. Not only is the increase in amount of homework stressful for the kids, it can be completely quite cumbersome for parents too. If you are struggling with how to get your kids to do homework, then read on for some tips on how to get your kids to do … [Read more...] about How to Get your Kids to Do Homework
How we Survived Influenza B
One weekend my middle child had a temp of 100 that ran about three days combined with a cough and cold like symptoms. I figured it was a weekend, let him rest and hopefully the temp would go back to normal as 100 degrees isn’t really a worry. Within three days he had recouped but the bug started to spread. My other half and I have various symptoms that still … [Read more...] about How we Survived Influenza B
Positive Parenting Tips for Raising Teens
During the days of raising a teen you will find that your once talkative child now has a bit of silence. Most questions are answered with the shrug of a shoulder or a simple one word reply. The teen years are difficult for both the parents and the teenager. There is good news though, these trying times don’t last forever and if you adhere to a few positive parenting tricks … [Read more...] about Positive Parenting Tips for Raising Teens
Help! My Kids Won’t Stop Arguing and Tattling on Each Other
Raising more than one child brings along the issue of sibling rivalry. For some reason my sons have more sibling rivalry in ways like my sis and I did growing up. One worries and tattles on the other. It’s like this never ending battle between sons and when it comes to boys, it can get downright physical between the two. One concept we have been really … [Read more...] about Help! My Kids Won’t Stop Arguing and Tattling on Each Other
Beach Safety Tips for Kids
If you are heading to a beach for a family vacation, make sure to follow these beach safety tips! It is important to think ahead and follow these safety tips so you are ready for any situation that may arise. The beach is a great place for families to spend the day, playing in the water, building sandcastles, or just relaxing. Beach Safety Flags Beaches use safety flags … [Read more...] about Beach Safety Tips for Kids
High Functioning Autism: Gets Better with Age?
My experiences as a mom to a high functioning autistic son may be different than others. Every person has their own traits, quirks and environment that play a toll in changes that happen. This post is based solely on my own experiences of raising a son on the autism spectrum. OCD, Autism, Anxiety and ODD In Spring of 2014 we received the diagnosis that our son was High … [Read more...] about High Functioning Autism: Gets Better with Age?