Swimming Pool Safety for Kids

Summertime comes in and the kids want to be at and in the pool. Although swimming pools are great sources of fun and exercise for children, they can have an extremely dangerous side. Drowning is  ..

Say So Long Summer Holidays: Easy Tips to Help Kids Beat the Back-to-School Blues

As the summer holidays wind down and school starts up, it can be tough to get your children back into the swing of things.  Fortunately, there are some simple tricks you can use to make the adjus..

Road Trip Survival Guide: Creative Ideas to Keep Kids Busy In the Backseat

Whether you're taking a short weekend getaway or driving across the country, it can be tough to keep children entertained during those long hours in the car.  "Are we there yet?" an..

Post-Baby Body Problem: Diastasis Recti

 For a new mom, getting rid of the "baby belly" is usually a top goal. Not only will it help you look better, but it also is practical, getting you back into your pre-baby clothes. If y..

How Music Affects Brain Development in Infants

Experts have strenuously debated the effect of listening to music on an infant’s brain development. Some researchers--and many entrepreneurs--have concluded that music makes babies smarter, wher..

Monster Under the Bed?

We might not remember it, but most of us once experienced the horror of knowing there was a monster under our bed. We were afraid to go to sleep and either called out for help or stayed as still and s..

Learn Mandarin – It’s easier than you think

As China takes its place as a major player on the world stage, there is an increasing need for people from the West to learn Chinese. Many are put off, however, by perceived difficulties arising becau..

Keeping Baby's Skin Soft

A baby’s skin can be a challenge to take care of.  Your baby can’t tell you what itches or feels dry, you have to be vigilant and watch for signs of discomfort.  Here are several..

How to Make Reading with Your Baby Fun and Rewarding

 Reading is one of the most fundamental life skills that your baby will learn, and it is never too early to start. Reading with your baby will help to boost their vocabulary and improve their lis..

Holiday Traditions to Try and Treasure

Children, particularly in their middle years, thrive on routine.  They like knowing what to expect as their day unfolds (not that they'll always admit this!) or when a holiday approaches. ..

Helping Your Child Cope With a New Sibling

Perhaps you've dreamed of having a big family ever since you were a little girl or your new baby's arrival came as a surprise. Maybe you and your spouse have been hoping for years to have a se..

Finding the balance between your children and the technology that they use

 A question that parents often ask themselves is, how much technology should their children be exposed to? Whether it's playing on a games console, using an iPad or smartphone, researching ho..

Feeding Options for the Working Mom

Feeding is one of the most importantissues a working mother faces.  Someworking women think that formula feeding is their only option, butbreastfeeding is still very possible. This article w..

Dogs and Babies: Making the Adjustment

Welcoming a baby into your home is an exciting and often overwhelming experience. Just as you adjust to life with another family member, so does your dog. Your pup might feel disregarded or starved fo..