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There’s nothing more important to most mothers than child safety. The idea of your son or daughter getting hurt is the thing that keeps you up at night worrying. That’s why it’s so important to get child safety right in your own home, and it’s not as difficult as you might think. There are lots of things that can go wrong out there in the big bad world, but what happens under your own roof is under your control. And the home can be as dangerous as any other environment out there. Here are a few things you can do to improve child...
Many fears and phobias that we have today stem from childhood. Sometimes they result from a particular event we experienced as a child, sometimes they don’t have an apparent cause. If these fears are not faced at an early age, over time they could grow arms and legs and end up causing problems in later life. If your child is uncomfortable in small spaces, this could develop into claustrophobia that might stop him or her from ever taking a lift or travelling by plane. So, it’s important for parents to recognise the signs of fears and...
The internet is a fantastic place full of information just waiting to be absorbed and shared. However the internet can also be an unforgiving and downright terrifying place if you happen to click on the wrong link or access the wrong website. It is important for some such information to be readily available for public use; however like post watershed TV Series, Horror Movies and certain stories seen in the News, some of the content found on the internet is certainly not child friendly. However, you can also find kids friendly Horror movie...
Photo credit Choosing what college to go to is a big decision for every young adult and their parents. Which route they choose to take will affect many aspects of their future, from where they will live to what job they will end up in. As their parent, you play an important role in helping them choose the right institution. So it’s a good idea to be prepared for this decision so that you can provide them the best advice and direction possible. If you are new to this process, here is some useful information on how you can help your...
Our fertility is often something that we take for granted. But, many women often want to make sure that they are maximising their fertilities potential. After all, it’s best to make sure that you are maximising your chances when it comes to having a baby. There are five things that everyone should know about fertility 1. Think About Your Lifestyle Choices There are many factors within modern life that can affect infertility. Excessive alcohol use, obesity and poor diet can all lead to problems with conceiving. So, if you want to...
(Photo credit) In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find the time for family activities, but doing so is important. While you may have a hectic work schedule or lifestyle, it is vital that you make time to connect and have fun with your children. Studies have suggested that family time can help to boost children’s self-esteem and improve their social development. As well as creating stronger family relationships. If you struggle to find time to spend with the kids, reserve a few hours a week for family time. If possible,...
For some women, pregnancy is the most wonderful time in life. Nine months of helping new life grow and come into the world. Being able to nurture and nourish your little bundle is so special. You and you alone can keep little one safe and warm and secure until they are ready to come into the world and see you for the first time. For other women it is nine months of pain and discomfort, hormonal torrents of emotional outbursts and sheer exhaustion twenty-four hours a day. Every pregnancy is different just like every baby is different. You...
Teeth are a vital part of the body and play an important role in our health and hygiene. As your kids are growing up their teeth are growing and developing too. This means that their teeth are at a pivotal point in their development that could determine their future state. Children’s bodies are fragile when they are growing, teeth included. For this reason, it’s important to look after them. You may find that you have a lot of trouble getting your kids to brush their teeth. Most children dread the thought of brushing their teeth. Most...
As a parent I consider myself extremely lucky. I know that I am fortunate to have the family that I do and I count my blessings every day. On the blog today I wanted to cover a little about those who have not yet fallen pregnant. I know that it can be a difficult subject to talk about. I also know that the medical profession has a whole host of treatment options out there. As scary as it can be, if you have been trying to get pregnant and have been unsuccessful after 12 months then make sure you see your doctor. There are often small underlying...
