Preparing your children to return to school consists of shopping for the proper uniform, books, supplies, and more. But what else does returning to school mean? Children gathering together, hanging school bags and coats on the same hooks, and creating the perfect environment for head lice. That’s right! The dreaded, but common infestation of head…
Author: Quinn
Easy Budgeting Tips
It’s hard to be impartial about money. So much of our social standing and sense of self-worth comes from what we earn and what we have. We often fool ourselves and others that the financial situation we are in is better than it actually is. Wouldn’t it be nice to actually be in a more…
Back to School Costs
It’s that time of year again. Summer is coming to an end and parents are preparing for their children to go back to school. Whether you have children in grade school, high school, or college, supplies will be needed to start the year of right. Some may also be paying tuition, buying school uniforms or…
Childhood Immunizations
The immunization schedule that is recommended for children by organizations and agencies like the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), the Academy of Family Physicians and American Academy of Pediatrics help to prevent over 14 different diseases. The vaccinations that are recommended not only prevent your child from getting a deadly disease, but also…
Keeping Your Kids Entertained
Keeping your children entertained may be one of the many jobs you have as a parent. Especially if your child or children do not know how to occupy themselves. While grabbing a coloring book and crayons, tackling a puzzle or two is, or breaking out the paints may be fun for the kids, it may…
Healthy Eating Habits for Your Child
As a parent, it is your job to help your child learn healthy eating habits. Children, as well as adults, should be eating a balanced diet from the 3 food groups, consisting of fruits and vegetables, protein, and whole grain products. With 3 meals per day and up to 3 healthy snacks per day, you…
Don’t Fall Victim to Stress
The stress in your life can be from many different things. You may be struggling financially, which many of us are, juggling the kids, your job, taking care of your home, health, and several other reasons. But whatever the reason, you may find yourself feeling defeated. Trying everything and anything to get ahead, stopping the…
Anxiety in Children
Anxiety disorders can cause changes in your child’s behavior, sleep patterns, eating habits, and mood. These changes are caused by extreme worry and fear and can affect children of all ages. Different anxiety disorders can affect children in many different ways, for one reason or another. Anxiety maybe inherited or present itself after a trauma,…
The Wonders of Pregnancy and Weight Gain
Being pregnant is one of the most amazing feelings in the world. Having a precious child that you and a loved one created, growing inside of you, is nothing short of a miracle. My favorite part of pregnancy, and maybe yours, was being able to feel my baby kick and move inside of me. While…
Accidents Happen
Protecting your child from harm is an important job, probably the most important job a parent will have. Keeping your child safe can often consume your thoughts, especially if you are a new parent. Wanting to shield them from being hurt is a natural instinct, but it is not always possible. There will be many…