Investing In Home Entertainment for Each Member of the Family Here’s the kicker: family life just isn’t what it used to be. Parents clock in long hours. Kids trickle in each afternoon from school, sports practice or private lessons. Each member of the family has different entertainment needs. Whether you’re just interested in home entertainment ideas catering to each family member, or just want to invest in something new, here are some … [Read more...]
7 Things To Do For The Flu To Get Better Faster #CMHmoms
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This post brought to you Children's Mercy. All opinions are my own. Flu season is in full swing. Nobody likes being sick, and the flu can be a fatal illness for those with weakened immune systems. Statistically, about 20% of Americans will be diagnosed with the flu while many others will suffer from colds and viruses that mimic flu symptoms. Here are some great things to consider if you get hit with the flu or flu symptoms. 7 Things To Do For … [Read more...]
Four Awesome Fun Water Activities for You and the Kids Next Summer
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Four Awesome Fun Water Activities for You and the Kids Next Summer What are you thinking of doing this summer? Winter is at its peak right now, but you can't help but think about the summer and all the fun you're going to have with your family. There are people all over the world who seek the nice and warm sun of the summer radiating off their bodies while they soak it up. It's the perfect time to visit the beach, wouldn't you say? But, your … [Read more...]
In Defense of Family Meals
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In Defense of Family Meals The idea of a family meal is becoming a cultural anomaly. But, despite the increasing pace of life, don't consider family meals anachronistic. Besides helping a family bond, shared meals can create healthy eating habits. Children who eat family meals are more likely to: * * appreciate whole grains, fruits and vegetables * * crave less junk foods. * * indulge in mood-altering substances like marijuana, … [Read more...]
5 Genius and Simple DIY Decor Tips for your Home
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5 Genius and Simple Décor Tips for your Home If you want to remake your home, but you don’t have tons of money - do not worry! There are some pretty amazing and super simple décor ideas you can use for your home by yourself! Today I am going to share my personal five favorite ones you can easily do and use to make your home a little bit more unique. So, without any further ado – here they are! Enjoy! Create map wallpaper If your family is … [Read more...]
Traveling with Children | Photo Scavenger Hunt Ideas #FamilyTravelTips
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. Traveling with the family can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be extremely challenging. We've learned to embrace technology during our trips and use it for more than just a digital babysitter. We found some fabulous Family Travel Tips on the Best Buy site that will help you enhance your next road trip … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids Care And Responsibility With Fish
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Teaching Kids Care And Responsibility With Fish This post is brought to you by PetSmart. All opinions are my own. My two youngest, who are seven and nine, have noticeably been very “me” oriented lately. We felt it was time for them to learn a little responsibility. After a small talk with my husband, we decided that maybe having a small pet like a fish could help broaden their worlds as well as help them learn more about responsibility. … [Read more...]
Back to School Back to Sleep | 7 Tips for Transitioning Back to School Sleep Schedules
Back to School Back to Sleep | Transitioning Back to School Schedules Sample received. All opinions are my own. As a parent of 23 years and a former 3rd grade teacher, I can tell you from experience that sleep is a major factor in a child's success at school. Without proper amounts of sleep children have a hard time focusing, adjusting to new situations, and handling emotional situations. A person's nervous system just does not function … [Read more...]
5 Things To Buy Before You Go To Disney
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5 Things To Buy Before You Go To Disney Shopping at Disney is all part of the fun, but it can be an expensive part of the trip that you might not remember to add to your budget. There are things that everyone wants to shop for in order to remember their trip, and then there are needs and necessities that you might have forgotten at home but find yourself needing. All these little last minute purchases add up, so save yourself some cash and time … [Read more...]
5 Safety Tips for Bottle Feeding Baby
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5 Safety Tips for Bottle Feeding Baby While many doctors advise that breastfeeding is the ideal feeding method for babies, that doesn’t mean that you’re required to do so. There are many reasons not to breastfeed, whether you personally prefer not to or are unable. Every mother is different, and there’s nothing wrong with turning to the bottle. This is especially true with the newest advances in nipple comfort and safety standards. Here are five … [Read more...]
