Let Your Kids Be Kids                                                                                    Are your kids involved in enough activities? Or have you put them in too many? Finding a balance between not enough and too much can be difficult. We have all seen those TV shows that have put the lime light on kids who are bred to be superstars in their craft. I do have a bit of an addiction to dance moms and can somewhat relate to … [Read more...]

Dining Out With Kids I admit it, when I was young and unencumbered by little ones I rolled my eyes when families piled all of their babies and toddlers into a booth near me at a restaurant. I steeled myself against their eventual shrieks and cries. I held my breath hoping to avoid flying napkins and baguettes. I commiserated with a waitress as toddlers tore up and down the aisle twisting her up in their game of tag. For the first few years … [Read more...]

Buying a family car: what you need to think about Your family car goes through a lot, so if it's time to start thinking about a new one, there's a lot to consider. If you don't know what to look for under the hood, this guide will help you when it comes to the technical stuff as well as the practical side of space and reliability. PassSmart - the team who writes about cars every day - have written this guide to make your vehicle shopping … [Read more...]

Looking Good on a Low Budget It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to look like a million dollars. It is a simple matter of making a plan and shopping smartly to collect all of the items you need to look great at work or out on the town. Follow these simple suggestions, and you will not have to take a second job just to look good. Save a Ton on Beauty Products Many women spend a lot of money on makeup when they don’t really have to. … [Read more...]

Safe winter driving habits you should adopt Getting around on foot when there is ice on the ground is difficult enough, so when the temperature drops it can be even trickier getting around by car.  However, here are some driving habits you should adopt to stay safe on the roads this winter. Checklist – As exacting as it may sound, you should have a pre-journey checklist you run through before you head out on the road. This … [Read more...]

Affordable, Toddler-Safe Holiday Decorations In the midst of holiday excitement, it can be easy to forget that some decorations are dangerous to children. Toddlers are particularly at risk for choking hazards, intestinal blockages, and poisoning from traditional holiday decor. Homemade or toddler-proof decorations present attractive, low-cost alternatives. Useful Decorative Substitutes To prevent burns, substitute cool-burning LED lights for … [Read more...]

Top 10 Gifts for Girls in 2012 Not sure what to buy that special girl in your life for her birthday or for this holiday season? Well, girls’ interests are constantly changing as they grow up, and you might need a bit of a refresher course. Here are some trending gift ideas for girls: 1.       Dolls. Find out what kind of dolls she might like. Popular dolls include Barbie, Bratz, La Dee Da and Disney stars (like Cinderella) are all popular … [Read more...]

Fall Updates To Prepare Your Home For Holiday Guests As summer months come to an end and the temperatures begin to drop, our attention is likely to turn to plans for the holidays.  Holiday touches are soon evident throughout the home. The goal is to make the home welcoming to family and guests during this time of year. After all, this is the time for reconnecting with friends and loved ones. Small Touches That Have a Big Impact It’s not … [Read more...]