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Date Night Ideas for Couples

 
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It's back to school time, yes, so busy mothers technically will have the house to themselves (unless you have really little ones) but you won't always have the nights to yourself. Sometimes you (and your partner) need that. I'm not talking about dimmed lights and nudity, nope - just talking about a date night here - you can't forget to continue to build your relationship with your husband, or long-time partner or whatever relationship you may be in. Don't let your own life take the backseat … [Read more...]

Care.com for Adults and Special Needs Children

 
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The site care.com offers parents the ability to find caregivers, tutors, and nannies in their area, but many people aren’t aware of services offered for adults and special needs children.  Caregivers on care.com are available to provide care for adults who require assistance such as those who are elderly or who require assistance with daily activities.  There are also providers on the site that are able to help with children who require special assistance, including children who have … [Read more...]

The Benefits of Traveling With Young Children

 
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If you ever get nervous when hearing the term ‘failure to launch’ it may be because you’re afraid your children will grow up without every moving out of your house. Solution? Bring them along on your international travels at an age when they can begin to recognize that other cultures exist, diversity is a good thing and best of all, the world is meant to be explored. The World is Bigger Then They Know it to Be at Home Up until your children are 12, they learn in one fundamental and … [Read more...]

How to Prevent Summer Learning Loss

 
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As the days get warmer and summer creeps closer, keeping little scholars performing well at the end of the school year is difficult. But keeping them engaged in learning throughout the summer months is near impossible. Thus, many parents and teachers worry that kids will lose ground in basic school subjects during the summer. Unfortunately, this fear is very real. Summer learning loss refers to the loss in academic skills and knowledge over the course of summer vacation. Educational research … [Read more...]

Parents Night Out: Get Outta Here!

 
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Alright, as a visitor of this site, you should be an expert on all things children. Then let’s begin this post with a simple quiz. Which of the following is worst for your social-life? A) Eating Too Much Garlic B) Bad Attitude C) Playing the Tuba D) Getting Sick E) Braces If you answered F) Having Children, then you are correct. Even having all-of-the-above doesn’t hold a candle to having children, although, I wouldn’t want to hang out with you... I mean, I couldn’t hang out … [Read more...]

Organizing Childcare During the Summer Months

 

These days, households that can afford for mom or dad to stay home and raise the children are less and less common. If that is right for you and you are fortunate enough for it to be a real option then kudos to you. Being a stay at home parent has plenty of challenges unique to the role. Other people find a way to make it work by finding jobs with hours that fit around school times. However, the long summer holidays present a different trial. Suddenly, instead of being at school for those 6.5 … [Read more...]

Hiring a Cat Sitter While You Are Away

 

When you are ready to go on vacation, it can be difficult to decide to do with your favorite feline companions. Putting your kitty in a kennel can be a very traumatic- and expensive- situation, but leaving your cat at home unattended can make you worry about him or her. Luckily, there are a number of people who now offer care for your cat while you are away from home. Even better- you can find a qualified cat sitter using sitter referral sites such as sittercity.com. When you are ready to … [Read more...]

How To Childproof Your Dog: 5 Tips For Protecting Your Child

 
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A majority of dog bites are directed at children. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 4.5 million people are bitten each year, and nearly six in ten are young people. While the bites are usually minor, they are sometimes severe enough to warrant surgery. Many owners with children neglect to train their canines in a way that ensures their kids' safety. Keep in mind, it only takes a single bite to leave a lasting physical and psychological scar. The good news … [Read more...]

9 Reasons to Get a Micro Pig as a Pet

 

This little micro pig went to market.  This little micro pig stayed home…  So goes the new version of the classic toe rhyme we all grew up with.  If you are on the hunt for a cute and potential pet in the realm of small pets, then a micro pig would be an excellent choice for you. First off, what on earth is a micro pig?  It is a pig which is a fraction of the size of a normal pig.  We’re talking about a tiny fraction here.  They are about the same size as a teacup, thus earning the … [Read more...]

Keeping Your Kids Safe on the Internet

 
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No matter where you live or what you do, more than 75% of the world today is going surfing on the information superhighway. The online world takes up about 50% of our leisure time now as we surf our way to bigger and better things. We do much of our chat there, interaction with family and friends, as well as banking and bill paying. Our kids are no exception to this rule, and in fact, more than 85% of the kids are online, meaning that they are more prolific online than adults. These children … [Read more...]

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