In this blog post by Melissa Willets, she assures the reader that it is okay to be a mom that takes shortcuts. Rather than preparing organic snacks for your children, go ahead and make chicken nuggets. It’s okay to let them watch a movie in order to get some things...
Striving to be a better parent or dad? According to a new study by New York University, Dads who read to their kids often will become better parents over time. So what is not to lose when both you and your kids can benefit from some reading time. Start collecting...
If we want to help our kids, we also need to help ourselves. It also means you’re around for longer, which can help keep your kids healthier when they become parents. While the advice of drinking 64 ounces of water per day is slightly outdated, the average American drinks less...
Basically, the valves on Hs ureters don’t function correctly, so instead of the door closing on urine that flows from the kidneys to the bladder, urine back flushes into the kidneys. This reflux of urine creates a breeding ground for kidney infections and when undetected or untreated, these infections could...
Many people feared that children born through other means besides natural conception would develop differently than other child. A new study, however, finds this is not the case and the children born through procedures such as in-vitro fertilization develop at the same rate as children conceived naturally. Further studies will...
Choosing the best photographer for your child can be challenging, especially if the child is camera-shy. That’s why choosing a photographer with a fun personality is super important. New York-based child photographer, Elizabeth Pettey knew exactly how to bring out her fun side. Before booking a photographer, find out whether...
If you have a child that refuses to take naps, or is just picky about how they fall asleep, you have probably had them fall asleep on top of you. This leads to the inner dilemma on whether you should move or not once they pass out. Nothing gives you...
It seems like parents can have career aspirations for their children that are a little too high at times. We all start out wanting our child to be the next astronaut or president, but we have to realize their strengths and weaknesses and work with what we have in front...
When you’re a mother winter can be a rough time. Often times it is too cold to take your child out and you’re stuck inside all day. Well there are some ways to bust this slump. Planning fun activities and changing your daily routine can make a big difference in...
Every parent knows what it is like to be awoken at four a.m. by cries from their infant or toddler. It sucks, but there are some things you can do to try and get your child onto a good sleep schedule. If you start by doing an audit of their...