Children today are inundated by technology and indoor activities for mental stimulation. This makes it extremely important to teach the importance of physical wellness and exercise. We all know the benefits of […]

Technological advances have made it next to impossible to keep today’s generation away from screens. From tablets to computers, phones, ipods, televisions and even watches, we are so consumed by all of the o […]

It probably feels like just yesterday that you were in the throws of newborn exhaustion or even toddler tantrums. Let’s be honest, kids grow up so quickly and parenting can feel like a whirlwind. Everytime we m […]

Summer seems to fly by more quickly each year. Between vacations, swimming, barbecues, camping and beaches we tend to lose a lot of structure during this time of the year. Isn’t that why we all look forward to s […]

Home intruders don’t only target properties when you’re at home. In fact, statistics show they’re more likely to enter a house when they get the impression there’s no one there. You can learn more on how to prot […]

Years ago, it was perfectly normal to ask the teen next door (or down the road) to babysit for you, even at the last minute. Times have changed.

While hiring a teenage babysitter or nanny is still a perfect […]

When loading your kids up in the car, you need to have the peace of mind that the car seat you have will keep them safe in the unfortunate case of an accident. Aside from the model, how you install and use the […]

We all want to feel safe in our homes and neighborhoods. Creating an environment that ensures your safety is very important. Whether you are a homeowner or renter, it is the neighborhood or community that must […]

If you have a toddler running around your home, you know that life is certainly a wild card. One moment the tiny little human is cuddling and singing silly songs and then things can take a sharp turn and spiral […]

Let’s be honest, finding the right caregiver to take your place when you can’t be there can be grueling. However, there are plenty of wonderful people out there who love children and take their role very ser […]

Ready to shed some extra stuff that you have accumulated around the house and make some extra cash while doing so? Decluttering is a perfect reason to start setting up for a yard sale. Not only is it great for […]

If you or anyone in your home are the unfortunate victims of common environmental allergies, you know the constant nuisance of a clogged head can be exhausting. Different locations, seasons and even temperatures […]

Big transitions for children can ramp up both immense excitement and anxiety. One of the biggest changes a child can experience aside from changes in family structure is moving homes. Whether this change is within […]

If you have ever heard “Mom, watch out! Don’t sit on Lulu!” in sheer panic while sitting down for dinner only to look around and see nothing but your typical table chair waiting for your presence, you certa […]

One of the most valuable gifts you can give your children is to teach them how to work together as a family unit. One way you can do this is to provide them with age appropriate chores and household activities […]

The best way to naturally keep your home smelling fresh is to open some windows – and maybe a door or two – to let that fresh air come in!

Unfortunately, that’s not always a practical option. Not only could s […]

It’s difficult to escape images of people coping with emergencies, whether on television or online. It seems surreal to see pictures of fires, floods, hurricanes, earthquakes or even worse situations.

The d […]

Keeping your home clean may seem like an impossible task. With parenting, work, and errands, there seems to rarely be time to make sure you are able to clean the house on a consistent basis. The once a year, […]

Amidst the controversy surrounding vaccinations, there is little scientific doubt: your child needs to be vaccinated. The Centers for Disease Control schedule includes 29 doses of 9 vaccines plus a yearly flu shot […]

Online bullying, shootings, and other unkindness from our younger generations seems to be sweeping headlines in our world today. It’s a perfect time to focus on kindness within our family. As parents, we can […]