Parenting

5 Fun Outdoor Activities to Reduce Kids’ Screen Time 

Children’s screen time has been skyrocketing for years. And while technology has its advantages, this increase has resulted in a concerning decrease in kids’ physical activity and outdoor play. Now that summer is just around the corner, it’s time to change things up, get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and try some fun outdoor activities […]

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3 Tips for Choosing a Musical Instrument for Your Child

Introducing a child to new interests and hobbies can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience, and the world of music is no exception. As well as stimulating a child’s young mind and imagination, learning a musical instrument can also enhance your child’s emotional health and improve their focus and discipline. If you would like to

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Pregnancy Sleeping Tips To Improve Sleep During Pregnancy

For new parents, sleep deprivation is an unavoidable reality. But sometimes, sleep issues can begin before a baby is even is born. Hormonal shifts, changes in bodily systems, and stress can all have a distinct impact on sleep throughout pregnancy. According to research, a majority of pregnant women wake up more often at night, with

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How To Choose the Right Autism Therapy Services for Children

Parents with autistic children often face difficulty finding effective autism therapy services. A child with autism may present a unique set of behaviors and challenges that require a specialized approach. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, there are some things that parents can do to increase the chances of finding successful autism therapy for their

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3 Potential Ways To Collect Back Pay On Child Support

When one caregiver fails to pay court-ordered child support, it can cause financial stress for the other parent and affect the child’s way of life. When acquiring past-due child support, parents have a legal right to seek assistance from police departments or other public officials. Although a state or provincial agency almost always manages child

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Things You Can Do to Help Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

Abuse and neglect of our kids is one of the most painful issues facing our society. Our most valuable prospective asset and most defenseless set of individuals, children, deserve to be protected. They are deserving of our continual and unwavering efforts. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the epidemic has increased the prevalence of

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Early Signs of Autism and Tips for Supporting Autistic Children

Autism, also referred to as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a complex developmental disability that impairs a person’s communication, behavioral and social skills. It is a lifelong disability that manifests itself during early childhood. DC statistics on Autism indicate that about 1 in every 44 8-year old children has autism in the US. It can

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8 High-Tech Products To Make Parenting Safer and Easier

Technology has always been something that has both advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, it’s created some new challenges for parents when it comes to monitoring and restricting the online experience. But, on the other hand, it has given parents a wide variety of products that help make parenting easier and keep little ones

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3 Questions to Ask Your Student’s College About Financial Aid

With my oldest just a few years away from his high school graduation, his college education is at the front of my mind. And that means I’ve already started to look into potential financial solutions that will ensure he can get the education he needs for future success. Financial aid is not something only students

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Sign Up for the FREE Better Nights, Better Days At-Home Sleep Program for Children

If there’s one challenge I’ve had from the very beginning with my preschooler, it’s sleep. He’s always been incredibly active, and at almost four, still almost never sleeps through the night. Constantly being woken up in the middle of the night by my son obviously takes a toll on my own sleep, and after so

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Get Breastfeeding Tips and Advice From the New Medela Family Newsletter

If there’s one thing that I have lots of experience with when it comes to babies, it’s breastfeeding. All three of my boys did extended nursing to some degree, and there were times when I felt like breastfeeding took up the majority of my day. And all that experience taught me one very important thing…breastfeeding

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5 Ways to Emotionally Support Your Child While They’re At University

Going to university is a big change for a student. While most of them will enjoy the independence of university life, the lack of enforced structure and routine can leave a few baffled. And juggling lectures, practicals, assignments, projects, and extra-curricular activities can be emotionally draining. Things can become particularly difficult if one suffers from

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How to Choose the Best Air Conditioner for Your Child’s’ Room

Having our homes at a comfortable temperature makes the space better for the whole family, but it can be especially important for a growing child. As most pediatricians will say, “If the parents feel that the room is hot enough to need an air conditioner, then the child is even hotter!” The mechanisms of thermoregulation

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Getting Your Teen a Smartphone? Five New Ways TELUS Helps Keep Families Connected

Disclosure: I have partnered with YMC and TELUS and have received compensation for this post. All opinions are my own. In June, our family celebrated a milestone that I’ve been anticipating all year…we officially have a teenager in the house! I’ll be honest; I’ve been nervous about my oldest son Zack’s teen years for a

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