If you have been reading a lot of popular parenting and craft magazines, you’ve probably discovered that kids’ costumes are not just for Halloween anymore. Not only are homemade costumes fun for holidays and other parties, but kids love to play in them. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to create costumes your […]
Meal Plan Musts to Encourage Better Eating Habits for Your Kids
Like most things in life, eating healthy is a habit that starts when you’re young and stays with you as you grow. Good parenting isn’t about forcing your kids to eat right so much as it is finding ways to make them love eating right. With these meal plan must-do’s, you’ll find this habit easier […]
Finance Tips to Fit Your Big Family Into a Small Budget
When it comes to having a big family, you know exactly what it takes to survive financially. With that being said, it doesn’t make sense to live outside your means. After all, it’s time with your children that matters most. Take time to budget so you can live with more than just the bare minimum […]
Tips Any Working Mom Can Use to Save Time During the Week
There never seems to be enough minutes in the day for a working mother. Between cooking dinner for the family, working, grooming, and doing other projects, there is little time for those mundane and time-consuming errands. If you find yourself putting off important projects, neglecting housework, or just getting behind during the week, don’t worry. […]
Food Waste: Tips to Keep Your Groceries Out of the Landfills
Everybody should be concerned that landfills are overflowing at an alarming rate. While recycling plants and government initiatives are helping, consumers need to do more to keep their carbon footprint down and filling these landfills too fast. Food waste can be especially harmful as it traps heat and makes landfills even more dangerous due to their greenhouse […]
Long Distance Family: How to Stay an Involved Grandparent from Far Away
We live in a mobile society, and that means many families are scattered across the country. As the children grow up and move away, grandparents are discovering that the next generation could be in several different states or even countries. The great news is, you don’t have to settle for seeing the grandkids a few […]
Bath Time: How to Get Your Kids Clean Without a Tantrum
Parents across the country are familiar with bath time drama. Kids of all ages don’t want to stop playing long enough to bathe, but parents need them to be clean and learn good hygiene habits. The good news is there are some steps you can take to get the stress out of getting clean. Have […]
How to Make Your Kid’s First Loose Tooth an Exciting Event
When your children begin to feel loose teeth, they may express some level of trepidation. Perhaps their friends made them feel afraid, or maybe they saw a television show that depicted losing a tooth in a negative light. No matter what the stimulus was, you can reverse these thoughts and help make this experience an […]
4 Sources of Bad Smells in the Home and How to Fix Them
Household odors can embarrass you in front of guests and distract you from carrying out activities and chores. If the smell is coming from a toxic compound, prolonged exposure can even be life-threatening to your family. Here are four common sources of bad smells and their corresponding solutions. The bathroom Of course, you can’t discuss […]
5 Unsafe Driving Habits Everyone Should Abandon Right Now
There are many behind-the-wheel behaviors that may seem like no big deal but are in fact very dangerous habits. We all know we should drive safer, but rarely do we take the time to change our actions. Here are five common unsafe driving habits everyone should abandon. These habits can cause accidents or make accidents […]