As parents, our first priority is to create a safe, predictable world for our kids — but COVID-19 has made this feel like a pipe dream for many. It’s hard to know how to reassure your kids in the midst of a pandemic, and how to care for your children’s mental health when you aren’t […]
Life skills are essential to children because they help in the preparation for success throughout their lives. As they continue with their education, they build their ideas on solving problems, making decisions, making choices, and being responsible. The foundation of life skills at an early age can be achieved through everything that they do, whether […]
Time is fleeting, and once it’s past, there’s no getting it back. But before time keeps on slippin’ (slippin’, slippin’) into the future, you should capture every important moment that you can. Those first few months of your new child’s life are some of the cutest, most cherished moments. Be quick, they grow up so […]
Did you know that most children are able to start understanding death by the time they’re 4 years old? Although losing a loved one never gets easier as we age, learning about it at a young age can help children better understand the world and appreciate what they have. Do you need help dealing with grief […]
In your lifetime it’s inevitable that the caregiving roles will eventually be reversed. Looking after aging parents can often be something that leaves people feeling apprehensive. However, don’t worry, in this article, we will take you through and explain the 5 things that need to be on your aging parents checklist. Supporting your elderly parents […]
Divorces can get really ugly. When children are involved, things get all the more difficult. You have to make sure that everyone gets what they want and deserve, while not harming children in the frustrating process. Depending on their age, your children can react differently to your divorce: https://www.parents.com/parenting/divorce/coping/age-by-age-guide-to-what-children-understand-about-divorce/ When there are struggles over child […]
Keeping our families healthy is so important to all of us. Making sure our children and spouses are safe from illness and disease while living happy and full lives is a priority for all. There are many ways to help promote health in our homes and lives. Staying focused on these goals every day, week, […]
A night at the movies: it’s a great American time-honored tradition that most of us love. Whether it’s an action-packed superhero movie or a cheesy rom-com where the leading man has a British accent (yes, we’re thinking of Hugh Grant and Colin Firth), everyone loves a good movie night, and with most theatres still closed […]
We love our parents and we want to show it. Of course, we tell them all the time, but nothing says “I love you” quite like the perfect gift. Whether we are shopping for them for a holiday, Mother’s or Father’s Day, their birthday, their anniversary, or another occasion, choosing great gifts for parents can […]
Many of us are probably familiar with the term “job-ready” when it comes to preparing for employment or a particular type of job, but the same term can apply to young children. It’s a huge step in a child’s life to go from being at home to taking on a school career spanning more than […]
