Childbirth can be a long and difficult process. New moms deserve all the care in the world after going through such a tough ordeal. They should be able to put up their feet and relax as much as they need to. Yet the reality is that this rarely happens. Moms tend to prioritize their baby’s […]
The Money-Smart Parent
As a parent, you want to make sure that your finances stretch as much as possible, and that you also impart good money habits onto your children, no matter how large or small your monthly income is. By considering how much you earn, as well as your monthly costs, you may be able to be […]
Stuttering Treatment for Children: 4 Techniques Parents Can Use at Home
Children may develop stuttering between the ages of two and five years. Stuttering is the interruption(s) in the natural flow of speech. It typically begins when a child is rapidly acquiring language skills like constructing longer sentences, learning bigger words, and using them in their speech. Not every child exhibits symptoms of stuttering, but almost […]
What is co-parenting?
It’s one of those things parents are proud to teach their kids, but mostly afraid to talk about. I remember our pediatrician telling us, “You can’t avoid it. Kids are going to figure out soon that you are not their ‘half-siblings’, but their ‘real’ parents. So take that out of your kid’s vocabulary right away!” […]
Homeschooling Supplies: 8 Must-Haves For Your Homeschool Classroom
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a global impact on education. Many schools have closed down and turned to online learning to curb the spread of coronavirus. However, attending school via Zoom can take a toll on students. This has driven several parents to try out homeschooling. As a parent, choosing to homeschool comes with a […]
Favourite Pastimes for Retirees
Everyone enjoys a good laugh, relaxing by the fireplace, or cuddling up with a good movie. These pastimes are part of the reason you retired. Even if you’re living away from your family and in a senior care facility (like the ones you can find at chelseaseniorliving.com/locations/new-jersey/sparta/), you’d notice how they encourage similar movie nights, […]
How to Find a Comfortable Sleeping Position for an Older Adult
Improving sleep for an older adult helps a lot in reducing discomfort and pain. When they sleep well, you as the caregiver will not wake up frequently as it gets exhausting. Although there are many reasons why seniors wake up, the main one is when they experience chronic pain. Plus, if the sleeping position is […]
Living Easier with Asthma
People who do not suffer from asthma may regard it as a fairly minor irritation, similar to an occasional bad cough. However, anyone who has asthma, or has a child with asthma, understands how serious the condition is, both physically and psychologically. On the physical side, an asthma attack makes breathing difficult; during a severe […]
Segmented Gaming Night Fun for the Whole Family to Enjoy
Whenever we think about gaming as part of the fun family members of all age groups enjoy, it soon becomes apparent that the approach is more of a fragmented one. That’s right. Pretty much everyone does their own thing, with amalgamated gaming events being exactly that – events which seemingly need to have some planning […]
Tips for saving for your children
Make a long-term plan Saving for children is typically a long-term endevour and this should impact your savings decisions. You can put a plan in place that takes the swings of the market into account and weathers the storms, since you are hopefully in no rush to liquidate the assets. Don’t invest it all at […]