With the increasing popularity of DNA testing I decided to satisfy my curiosity and jump on the DNA bandwagon. The results were both interesting and surprising.
When I worked in an international language school, I found out that there is a wide variety of naming customs in different countries, especially where surnames or family names are concerned.
Recently, after my mother moved from the old family house I became the proud owner of all the family photo albums. I was lucky enough that my grandmother and my mother would put their pictures into albums fairly quickly, because not that long ago, it was very expensive...
Too often we reward children for behavior that pleases us with candy or presents. This seems harmless, though rewarding children inhibits learning and personal responsibility.
This is an informative article for parents on how to use timeout with their children for healthy development and as a self-help skill.
Cats can have a litter of kittens twice a year. Many abandoned kittens are the result of irresponsible pet owners.
Getting your child to be on time can be a difficult task, but is very beneficial for both the child and the parents.
Many mothers have to go back to work after they have had their baby. It is possible to go back to work while breastfeeding.
It's no fun having the traditional peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the typical pre-packaged sidekicks in your lunch box every single day. I'd like to share some slightly healthier family favorites that we packed in our kids' school lunches over the years.
Don't forget to visit the elderly. We need them just as much as they need us!
As a new father, I learned quickly that baby books really only cover the big picture. There's a lot of nuance to parenting, and a lot of helpful little hints that can really save you a lot of time in the long run. These are 5 things that I've learned as a new father that I feel everyone who has children or is planning on having children should know.
Getting your little one on a sleep schedule is extremely important for both the baby and the parents.
Having a baby will take up a lot of your time. This is something that you should have realized before you had the baby. However, wearing her is one way you can stay sane during those crabby times.
Trying to find just the right gift for that baby shower you are invited to, or even just something very special to celebrate your own baby, doesn’t have to be yet another sleeper, blanket, knitted hat or something else they will grow out of. Remembering these special times...
The Vtech sit to stand walker is an awesome tool to have
Using cloth diapers is really the best way to go if you are looking to save money and do what is best for your baby. Sure, cloth diapers may have an upfront cost, but in the long run, the money you are saving is absolutely amazing. Whether you are using a diapering service or you have invested in your own cloth diapers, the benefits definitely are very positive.
I had 4 kids within 5 1/2 years. I certainly dreaded what teenage-hood would be like in our home; especially after hearing so many horror stories. But it turns out that they are AWESOME! Here's why.
Give yourself an easy household budget make-over and learn to communicate better with your partner about personal finances.