Monthly Archives: August 2022

If you are a parent, you know how hard it can be to find time for yourself when life gets hectic. Between working, taking care of your family, and managing your household, it can get overwhelming very quickly.

When you bring home your newborn baby, you’ll be surrounded by a sea of swirling emotions and wondrous new experiences. While there are any number of new experiences and emotions that will be a part of this next chapter of life, one of the less than thrilling new experiences that you’ll encounter is sleep deprivation. Managing the needs of a baby and the demands of parenthood can be a difficult balance and many families find themselves struggling to stay energized. If you want to boost your energy and feel more energized with your newborn, here are five essential tips that every parent needs to know.

When you're planning your wedding, one of the big decisions you'll have to make is whether or not to invite children. There's no right or wrong answer, and ultimately it's up to you and your partner to decide what feels right for your wedding day. But there are a few things to keep in mind when making your decision. If you're planning a formal affair, you might want to consider excluding children, as they can sometimes be disruptive during ceremonies and speeches. On the other hand, if you have a lot of friends and family members with young children, it might be important to include them so that everyone can feel like they're part of the celebration.

As a parent, you are probably used to doing what's best for your baby. After all, not only do you want it to be healthy and grow up happy and strong, but you also want to be able to enjoy those precious first few months of parenting with minimal stress and anxiety. One common question that many parents face is whether or not they should have their baby in the same room as them. Some experts say it's necessary for safety reasons. Others say it can even help with your baby’s sleep if they're close by rather than sleeping alone in another part of the house. So, what's right for your family? Let’s see some benefits of sharing a room with your newborn.

When dealing with children, there is a constant struggle between trying to keep them safe while also allowing them the freedom to explore and learn about themselves and the world. This has always been a challenge, but it's become even more difficult thanks to the internet. Kids have access to more information than they've ever had before, and this exposes them to a whole new set of risks.

Working parents have a lot on their plates, and it can often feel like they’re wearing ten different hats at once. Sound familiar? If you’re a working parent, you might find yourself constantly worrying about balancing your personal and professional lives, while still showing up for your child and being as present as possible.

Teaching your baby how to swim at an early age can save their lives. Since pool water has a similar environment to your womb, they developed this instinctive skill to swim. But unfortunately, babies can lose this natural gift if parents don't allow them to relearn it.

Whether you carried your precious cargo for nine months, adopted your child, or became a parent in another capacity, many can agree that their children have changed their lives for the better. As time goes on, you watch your child grow from the baby they once were to a child and, eventually to a preteen. While time seems to fly as we watch our children grow, every parent must be ready for the inevitable next step: raising a teenager. As daunting as it may be to see your preteen grow into a teenager, any parent can handle it with a little bit of advice. That is why we’ll be sharing some tips on raising a new teen that may help you and your family.

Life changes are never easy. Whether or not you are the one calling the shots doesn't matter because the road will be bumpy until you can adjust to your new path either way. There are few changes bigger in life than a divorce and if your marriage has ended it may leave you feeling lost, hurt and confused about what to do next. You are not alone and can heal from this experience to build a new life focused on positive decisions.

When you are considering a backyard pool for your home, it is important to consider all of the benefits for the entire family. Both children, and this includes young children and teenagers, and adults have a lot at stake when it comes to deciding to have a swimming area right on the premises. After all, there is some work to be done with a pool, and then of course there are the hours of fun associated with a backyard pool. Here are some expected and perhaps surprising advantages of a family pool.