Family vacations are wonderful opportunities to find togetherness and create lasting memories. However, regardless of whether you have a large or small, extended or blended family, choosing a vacation destination can be a challenge. After all, the goal is to please everyone– adults and kids alike. Even within the same family, some might be more […]
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5 First Aid Tips Every Parent Should Know
Children are going to hurt themselves as they learn about the world around them. They will cut their fingers, fall out of trees, and hurt themselves in other ways that will teach them not to repeat something or be more careful when doing it next time. However, there may also be times when they may […]
Read More...5 Things to Say to Your Children More Often
As a parent, we know there are things that a child needs such as food, shelter, and an education. However, there are also things that children need that can be expressed through words. These things may not occur to us to tell our children because we are too busy trying to support them, but these […]
Read More...How to Teach Children the Value of Money
Money is one of the last things on kids’ minds, but it’s important that they learn about money and its value while they are young. As a parent, one of the best things you can teach them is the basics of money management and how money works in our society. However, money can be a […]
Read More...How to Have a Family Vacation in Your Backyard
Family vacations are good for everyone. As Susan Krauss Whitbourne of the University of Massachusetts, Boston, says: “It puts you in a different frame of mind, gets you out of your standard patterns and can give you time with family.” But let’s face it – planning a vacation can be a logistical nightmare. Is it […]
Read More...15 Ways to Burglar-Proof Your Home
Every year, there are 2.2 million burglaries, and 66% of those are home break-ins. For all homeowners, safety should be a priority. As such, it is a necessity to “burglar-proof” or protect your home from intruders. Even if you believe you’re a resident of a “safe neighborhood,” this is not always enough to deter a […]
Read More...10 Easy Defense Moves to Teach Your Kids
No one wants their kids to become the target of bullies or predators. But the sad fact of life is, if you don’t prepare your kids in advance, they’re more likely to become a target. One of the most important steps to take as a parent is to sit down with your child (or children) […]
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