These Topics Are Definitely Going to Cause a Fight With Your Son No one wants to fight with their kids. It is a terrible feeling that makes you feel like the bad parent you already fear yourself to be. But conflict is built into the very nature of the parent/child relationship. From the moment you bring them home from the hospital, they want to cry and load their diaper all night, while you just want to make it stop long enough for you to … [Read more...]
Nook Book Apps Made for Kids
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Nook Book Apps Made for Kids Tablets and e-readers are very popular these days and kids are in love with technology. From games to reading apps, the technology of e-readers and tablets like those in the Nook line by Barnes and Noble keep kids entertained while also engaging them in educational activities. From games to reading apps, there are application options to suit any child’s interests and needs. Kid friendly apps make it easy for young … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Talk to Your Kids About Music Lessons
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5 Reasons to Talk to Your Kids About Music Lessons Music lessons are one of the most thoughtful and valuable gifts you can give to your kids. Encouraging them to study an instrument early on has numerous benefits for both you and them. Here are the benefits of music lessons for kids and find tips on choosing the right instrument. Explore high-quality violin stores online to find the perfect instrument for your child's musical journey. Learn … [Read more...]
Why it Pays to De-Clutter and Organize Before Moving
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Why it Pays to De-Clutter and Organize Before Moving If you’re getting ready to move, the best advice you’ll ever receive is to de-clutter and organize well before the big day. While you might think it’s easier to grab everything and throw it into a box, you’ll regret it later on once you’re stuck sorting through everything all over again in your new place. Besides, de-cluttering and organizing is not only a way to minimize the stress of moving, … [Read more...]
Start Thinking About A Summer In Orlando
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Start thinking about a summer in Orlando This post was brought to you by Thomson. When planning a family vacation it's difficult to strike the right balance between what the kids want and what mom and dad need. After all, holidays are meant to be relaxing, allowing you to spend quality time together, see the sights and enjoy some delicious food. That's why it’s worth looking to Orlando, Florida for your next break. With activities that kids … [Read more...]
How to Make Moving Easier for the Whole Family
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How to Make Moving Easier for the Whole Family If you're a parent, you know that everyday life can be stressful. Even without the occasional snag or dilemma, raising children, while succeeding in our careers and keeping our household and relationships in order, can be difficult, to say the least. And when you add a major upheaval like moving into the mix, the stress can skyrocket. For children, especially, relocating can be a painful experience. … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Help Your Kids Enjoy the Outdoors
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Five Ways to Help Your Kids Enjoy the Outdoors We’re all well aware of the growing trends regarding childhood activity. Mainly, if it doesn't involve a screen - preferably touchscreen - then kids typically aren't interested. In many ways, this is an irreversible course, an unfortunate by-product of these highly technological times. But families can and should still make efforts to get outside once in awhile. For those claiming they can’t get … [Read more...]
Tips for Buying Electronics for Your Kids
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Tips for Buying Electronics for Your Kids Parents: your kids want all the latest gadgets, but you’re not sure if they’re ready (see: mature enough). There are safety issues to consider, and there’s the reality of electronic addiction. Unfortunately, in today’s modern world, it’s impossible to keep kids electronics-free. Tablets and computers are used at school, and their friends are in possession of iPods, gaming consoles, tablets, and … [Read more...]
Ditching Cable | Streaming Entertainment Options for the Whole Family
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Ditching Cable | Streaming Entertainment Options for the Whole Family With rising costs for cable and satellite television, and concerns over the pending Comcast/Time Warner merger, people are looking at ways to get their entertainment fix without having to depend on the big television providers. Fortunately, thanks to the availability of high-speed internet, and the popularity of online streaming, those looking to cut the cord from their … [Read more...]
What to Expect with Long Distance Moving
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What to Expect with Long Distance Moving This past year, my family did something we've never done before… We uprooted ourselves and moved across the entire state. For your average person, a move really isn’t too difficult when it’s local; these are the times when you can call up a friend (with the truck), get things packed, and take your time. When you’re set on long distance moving, you really need to have everything in place and the … [Read more...]
