New year can be a real anticlimax at times. So many of us put so much focus on making changes that often we can expect too many things of ourselves and we end up failing at the first hurdle. However, it can also be an ideal time to make some of the changes in regards to your foundation, which can then be built upon as the year goes on. We all have big aspirations. Perhaps to … [Read more...] about Four Areas That Could Really Boost Your Year Right Now
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Sporting Ruses Not Even Sherlock Holmes Would See Through
Most kids fall into one of two categories. They either love sports, or they hate the stuff. This has been the case for time immemorial, and we can all remember which group we fit into. If you didn’t enjoy sports, physical education would become a traumatic experience. There certainly wasn't any chance of sports in your free time. Once upon a time, though, that wasn’t so much … [Read more...] about Sporting Ruses Not Even Sherlock Holmes Would See Through
Take Christmas To A New Level With These Fabulous Ideas
Christmas is nearly upon us, so it’s probably a good time to begin thinking about preparing for the festive season so that as soon as thanksgiving has come and past, you can concentrate on making this the best Christmas yet. Instead of doing what you usually do, why not take Christmas to a new level with these fabulous ideas? Image Decoration One of the first things … [Read more...] about Take Christmas To A New Level With These Fabulous Ideas
Family Fun Activities to Get Kids Outdoors
Image credit Parenting, like most things in life, is all a matter of balance. While it's not right to demonise use of technology- there can be some apparent developmental gains to be made in letting children use technology- so time spent on the iPad needs to be balanced out. Encouraging our kids to get outdoors and make the most of the world around them is a journey, and … [Read more...] about Family Fun Activities to Get Kids Outdoors
Raising Humble Kids Isn’t Hard, Here’s How
https://www.pexels.com/photo/nature-people-girl-grass-467680/ As a parent, you always want the best for your kids. You not only want to make sure that they’re happy and lead fulfilling lives, but you want to make sure that the turn into incredible people too. And one of the ways you can do that is to ensure that they always remain humble. It’s not always easy to achieve, but … [Read more...] about Raising Humble Kids Isn’t Hard, Here’s How
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
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 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
3 Tips for Shopping with Kids
The joys of shopping with kids, it’s such a wonderful experience! The kids walk behind you in two, happy to be bored for the next couple hours as you shop for whatever it is that you need. Oh wait, this only happens in dreamland or occasionally when the kids want something … here in the real world kids aren’t so fun to shop with all of the time. Today I am going to share a few … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Shopping with Kids
Issue with Invite the Whole Class to Birthday Party Rule
I recall having a conversation with one of my children awhile back; it was in regards to inviting the whole class to a birthday party. This concept that has become the rule at most schools, when you hand out birthday invitations you must invite the whole class has me frustrated. Here I am listening to my child who most certainly doesn’t want their … [Read more...] about Issue with Invite the Whole Class to Birthday Party Rule
Success Can Happen … The American Dream
As I look around the world we live in, from social media posts to everyday interactions with people in person, I am sad about society. Many people came to America all those years back for freedom, the ability to work hard and make a home for their family. Many desired to create success in America. America was the new world where hope was fueled. That all happened, jobs were … [Read more...] about Success Can Happen … The American Dream