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It takes a village to raise a family; advice and tips to make the most of yours.
Be a Butterfly
I overheard my 14 year old son and our 16 year old neighbor talking in our kitchen over the weekend. My son, Chase was leaning casually against the counter, regarding Shawn half- heartedly, who had been discussing the appropriate dress of a high school boy. Chase had started high school last week, and the initial anxiety of the unknown had already mostly dissipated. Shawn was imparting what he felt was solid advice to help my son fit in at school.
By Jenn Luokkala7 years ago in Families
Keep Busy During Hurricanes
For Americans who live in the Southeast, hurricanes are a part of life. While hurricane seasons have become stronger in the past decade, they have always been part of life in this part of the country for a long time. While most of the focus is on how to prepare for the hurricane to ensure proper hygiene, water, and food, it’s important to be able to keep yourself—and your kids!—occupied while you’re waiting out the storm. Check out these ideas:
By Brandi Brown7 years ago in Families
Online Gaming and Kids: Risks & Prevention
Since it is challenging to verify the true identity of the person behind the phone screen or desktop monitor, children end up exploiting this loophole to access online casinos and gamble using their parents’ or siblings’ accounts. Although this phenomenon is not new, a recent report by the UKGC reveals shocking details on how rife underage gambling is. And the problem is getting worse by the day.
By Julia Beyers7 years ago in Families
Mothers Working from Home: Is It Really Worth the Risk
Women have pushed the boundaries of the norm in the 21st century, perhaps more than ever. According to CNBC, the number of women CEOs of Fortune 500 companies broke records just last year. You don’t have to look far to see that times are evolving worldwide as many working mothers have refused to be left behind. Whether a mother chooses to work in the office where she can feed off of comradery, or on the other hand, if a mother chooses to thrive off of intimacy with her children while working from home one thing is for sure, women are making bolder moves than ever. We are not here to claim that one work environment is better than the other. Instead, we’ve listed some details to consider, on your individual journey.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
Surviving Your First Year as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge into the zany SAHM (stay-at-home mom) pool. While expecting your baby, you may have envisioned days of doing exactly what you wanted to do while your baby snoozed away, but you have probably by now realized that your tiny, new—permanent—houseguest is running the show. Now what?
By Kerrie McLoughlin7 years ago in Families
Keep Your Kids Safe in Your Neighborhood
You may be getting ready to move your family into a new neighborhood or you might be starting to think about starting a family in your current neighborhood. Whatever the case may be, you want to make sure your family is safe. No one wants their children growing up in an area where they can’t play outside by themselves or walk down the street to hang out with their friends. Here’s how to make sure that your neighborhood is safe for your kids.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Families
Safety Tips All Parents Can Implement to Protect Their Children
The world can seem extra scary when parents think about the safety of their kids. This fear doesn't naturally subside when you have your kids at home with you. While it is a parent's job to work towards allowing their kids to earn their independence, it is equally important to keep them safe in every aspect of their lives. Below are some tips to take into consideration for keeping your kids safe.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
Why You Should Teach Your Children About Their Health and Hygiene
There are a lot of different things you need to teach your kids. They need to learn how to ride a bike, speak properly, and how to eat. The list goes on and on, but one thing that sometimes gets overlooked is teaching children about proper hygiene and how to be healthy.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Families
How Would You Choose the Best Family Lawyers?
It is very unfortunate if you are facing some legal troubles in your family, but to solve such legal issues, you need to hire a professional family lawyer. There are lots of lawyers and legal advisors available, and you cannot find the best one among them without proper guidance and knowledge. Family lawyers are specialized lawyers who mainly deal with the family law, and they can appear in the family court for a hearing or further legal proceedings on your behalf. Apart from that, they can also work on your property agreement and help you to purchase, sell, or transfer your property in a legal way. They are specialized in adoption, dispute resolutions, paternity or child custody, and emancipation. People have a misconception that these lawyers only deal with active divorce cases. But in reality, they can deal with various legal cases related to your family and personal needs.
By Anna Wrench7 years ago in Families
You're Strong Enough for Unmedicated Childbirth
First off, it IS an option I know, I know. Receiving an epidural or another form of pain medication during labor has been so ingrained in American culture that you may not have even thought about any other way to do it. And, if you did, you likely got remarks from providers, friends, or family such as, “Are you crazy?”; “Why would you do that?”; and “Just wait until it's happening, you’ll be begging for drugs!” But guess what? The epidural has only been around since the end of the 19th century, and wasn’t anything like what we have today until the 1970s. Before then, women relied on brute strength and tolerance. You were, in fact, BUILT FOR THIS.
By Rayelle Paulson7 years ago in Families
Leave Your Kids with a Sitter Without Worrying About Their Safety
Leaving your child alone with a babysitter can be very stressful, especially if it is your first time. Whether you are getting a sitter so you and your spouse can have a date night or because you have to get back to work, it is okay to be nervous about leaving them. So, you will more than likely need a babysitter at some point. When that time comes, here is how you should make sure your kid will be safe in someone else’s hands.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Families
Keeping the Family Safe and Secure
We all want to keep our family safe and secure. Whether we are at home or away from home, this is always very important. There are many ways to keep your family safe. One way to always keep your family safe and secure is to make sure you secure doors and windows in your home before you go to sleep at night. This is going to ensure that no one is able to get into your home through a window or door that happens to be left open.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Families
