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Senior Living: Safe Steps for Avoiding Accidents in the Home

Modified on March 28, 2016 at 6:46 PM

It can be a tremendous upheaval to leave your family home and go into care when you are a senior, which is why many families try to make the house a safer place so that their elderly loved-ones can feel safe & secure in familiar surroundings. There are many legal cases relating to slips and … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on March 28, 2016 at 8:30 AM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: elder care, elderly activities, elderly care, elderly parents, home safety, Parenting, safety, senior

How to Make Trips Out Easier When You Have a Baby

Modified on November 11, 2016 at 4:00 PM

Before you have children, trips out are easy. All you have to do is jump in the car and off you go. Once kids come along, however, the process becomes a logistical nightmare of gargantuan proportions. It can be done, though, as long as you make time to do a little planning and organizing. There … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on March 7, 2016 at 8:34 AM
Filed Under: Baby Gear, Breastfeeding, Cloth Diapers & Diapering, Home Life, Parenting
Tagged With: baby gear, car seats, cars eat, Diaper Bag, kids toys, sun shades, travel, Travel Advice

Review of JOOVY Wood Nook Highchair

Modified on February 12, 2016 at 10:28 PM

Feeding a toddler can be messy, especially when you start teaching them to use a spoon themselves. A bulky, hard to clean high chair can make the entire (necessary) process a complete headache. Thankfully, Joovy knows a thing or two about babies and meal time, so they've created the be–all and … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on February 12, 2016 at 12:26 PM
Filed Under: Baby Gear, Food & Snacks, Parenting
Tagged With: baby gear, high chair, highchair, JOOVY, nook, wood high chair, wood highchair, wood nook

Secrets to a Happy Family Life

Modified on February 9, 2016 at 10:22 PM

  Before you can achieve a happy family life, you have to learn to deal with the fact that your family isn’t perfect. In fact; there’s no such thing as a perfect family. You may spend hours pouring over your friends’ Facebook profiles wondering how they manage to look so fabulous after … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on February 5, 2016 at 12:54 PM
Filed Under: Home Life, Parenting, Relationships & Marriage
Tagged With: Family, family activities, family life, Parenting, reunion

Tips for Taking Children on a Red Eye Flight

Modified on January 15, 2016 at 8:40 PM

A red eye flight can be difficult even for the most experienced adult who has been on several airlines and taken multiple flights all over the world at every possible time of the day or night. So you can imagine how difficult these flights will be on children. But sometimes you simply do not have a … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on January 15, 2016 at 8:40 PM
Filed Under: Babywearing, Parenting, Travel
Tagged With: airport, baby carrier, babywearing, Beco, boba, Ergo, family vacation, Flights, LaLaBu, Lenny Lamb, Moby, red eye, traveling, Tula, Vacation

Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Without Forgetting to Take Care of Yourself

Modified on December 29, 2015 at 10:54 PM

Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Without Forgetting to Take Care of Yourself   Your parents took care of you when you were growing up and many of us feel that duty of care to return the love and attention by making sure that our aging parents are looked after in their old age. This role … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on December 27, 2015 at 5:48 AM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: aging parents, assisted living, elder care, elderly, elderly care, elderly parents, Parenting, senior

Helping Your Kids Get Their Homework Done on Time

Modified on May 9, 2017 at 6:52 PM

Making sure children get their homework done on time is an age-old problem for parents. But there are many steps you can take to make it a lot easier. Here are some tips to keep in mind to get your child into a good homework routine. Make Sure You Are Not Hindering Their Study Don't get cross … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on December 16, 2015 at 9:30 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: homework, Parenting, study

6 Ways to Be a Financial Role Model for Your Children

Modified on November 13, 2015 at 9:04 PM

6 Ways to Be a Financial Role Model for Your Children

With today’s difficult economy, it is more and more challenging to stay on top of your finances. It is even more overwhelming to teach your kids about money. One of the best things you can do is be a good role model for them. Try these six suggestions to positively influence your kids and prepare … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on November 13, 2015 at 9:04 PM
Filed Under: Home Life, Parenting
Tagged With: Budget, Economy, finances, money

Moving with Young Children – Pointers to Make the Process Easier

Modified on November 13, 2015 at 4:44 PM

Moving house can be a stressful time in itself, but throw young children into the mix and you have a logistical nightmare. Having to pack up endless boxes of toys, sort through mountains of clothes and clean crayon marks off the walls all while keeping your little ones entertained is enough to bring … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on November 13, 2015 at 4:44 PM
Filed Under: Home Life, Parenting, Stuff For Kids
Tagged With: moving, moving guide, real estate

Parental Protection – How to Take the Car Keys Away From Mom and Dad

Modified on October 1, 2015 at 10:14 AM

It is never a good day when you come to the conclusion that your elderly parents are no longer able to drive safely, but your primary consideration is their safety, so you know that it is probably time to take those car keys away. Parental protection isn't a fun job, but sometimes you just have to … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on October 2, 2015 at 3:01 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: elderly, elderly care, elderly parents, parental protection

Tips For Keeping Your Family Healthy

Modified on September 6, 2015 at 5:21 PM

A healthy home is a happy home, but trying to do the right thing for the wellbeing of your family can often be trickier than it appears. With the sheer amount of junk food out there, workplaces becoming more sedentary environments and the activity levels of children dropping significantly in recent … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on September 7, 2015 at 9:15 AM
Filed Under: Health & Fitness, Home Life, Parenting, Stuff For Kids
Tagged With: Exercise, Family, family activities, Fitness, Health, summer activities

Family Vacations: Tips and Tricks That Prevent Road Trip Hell

Modified on September 5, 2015 at 4:46 PM

Labor Day Weekend is here and if you are like most American Families, you are probably going on a road trip to a friend or family member's house for a Labor Day BBQ. When you think of vacations, you probably envision sandy beaches, clear skies, and relaxing hours with your family.  Often times, … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on September 5, 2015 at 6:28 PM
Filed Under: Home Life, Parenting, Travel
Tagged With: car seats, family vacation, Labor Day, road trip, Vacation, vacation tips

Wondering About The Quality Elderly Care Homes Eastbourne Offers?

Modified on September 2, 2021 at 9:06 PM

It is important to every family that your loved ones, as they reach an advanced age, have the safety and comfort they need in the place they are living. You want to be sure that all of their needs are being met, they are happy and comfortable and, if needed, they receive the appropriate medical … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on August 22, 2015 at 1:43 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: care homes, dementia, Eastbourne, elderly, elderly care, nursing care, nursing homes

Parenting: Choosing the Right Nursing Home

Modified on September 2, 2021 at 9:05 PM

As the loved ones around you get older you may begin to wonder how they are going to be properly cared for on a regular basis. This is something that families struggle with all of the time as they want to be sure that their elders have a nice, comfortable place to stay that is also going to provide … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on August 15, 2015 at 12:11 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: elderly, elderly activities, elderly care, nusing homes, Parenting

Safety First: Smart Family Rules for Amusement Parks and Outdoor Tourist Venues

Modified on August 11, 2015 at 11:24 AM

Family members, especially the kids, are often so excited about vacations or plans to go to an amusement park that they forget about the importance of safety. However, like buckling your seatbelt, safety is something that should not go overlooked regardless of how mundane preparation may … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on August 12, 2015 at 8:19 AM
Filed Under: Entertainment, Parenting, Stuff For Kids, Travel
Tagged With: Family, family activities, Internet Safety, safety tips

Teaching Your Baby to Love (and Respect) Water!

Modified on May 6, 2021 at 9:55 PM

Babies are naturally curious. They don’t know anything about the world around them, including the dangers. Here’s how to teach them a healthy respect for swimming pools, the beach, or just playing in the tub without being a buzzkill. From 6 Months To 1 Year Baby is just learning how to swim. The … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on August 4, 2015 at 10:46 AM
Filed Under: Parenting, Stuff For Kids
Tagged With: Children, Guest Blogger, swimming, swimming lessons

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Hello, there!

Hi! I’m Sarah-Jean. I’m a Christian, the wife of a handsome Molecular Biologist, and the mother of 6 beautiful kids here on earth + one in Heaven.

I enjoy homeschooling, homesteading, reading, writing, cooking, baking, crafting, home decorating, Xtend Barre, and of course, fashion!

This blog is a place for me to share how we live and what I love most. I’m on a mission to help busy moms like you, be fashionable too! Read More…



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