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As thrilling as the beginning of summer is, the end of summer can be a drag. By this time of year, the humidity is cloying, the hot temperatures are annoying, and the buzzing summertime bugs are downright infuriating. During the dog days of summer, plenty of activities you usually find exhilarating feel impossible ? which…
Over the past 15 years the average age of women having their first child has been steadily rising and so what was once a major concern over teen pregnancies seems to be relaxing to some extent. Some statisticians believe that the decrease in teen pregnancies is largely responsible for the increase in the average age…
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year when it comes to fashion! Tall leather boots, skinny jeans, trendy shirts and cozy sweaters. I love it all! Very rarely is there a hot fall trend that I’m not willing to try. Thankfully, the fall fashion trends for 2016 look like they will be totally…
Having a kids’ party can be difficult. The reasons? Most moms want to make sure the little ones love their kid’s party, but since there will likely be other parents and adults in attendance, it’s important they enjoy it as well. There may even be some adults there who aren’t parents at all, so as…
Is someone you know expecting a baby? Even if it isn’t their first child, it’s always nice to get an expecting mom a gift to show her that you care. We have a few baby shower gift ideas we know you’ll love. One of these cute nappy cakes would make a great baby shower present…
Toddlers pose many challenges to first-time parents. These kids are often perceived as negativistic and full of temper tantrums. However, child developmental psychologists say that their behavior is merely an expression of their frustration. They easily get frustrated about things that they cannot explain. They have the idea but since their language skills is…
Becoming a mom for the first time is hard enough. Your well-meaning friends and family (and sometimes strangers) will offer you unsolicited advice on everything from breastfeeding to which diapers to purchase. Every seasoned parent has their opinion on which products are best for their family, but it’s not always what’s best for you and…
I won’t leave the house without my eyelash curler or mascara, but I rarely think about my eyebrows. Having perfect eyebrows is actually very important! Framing the eyes from the forehead, the brows are also confident tools of facial expression. Sparse or contorted brows can secretly result in lack of confidence. Moreover, there is a…
I’ve always been interested in buying a Florida home. The sea breeze, the palm trees, the warm sun, what’s not to love?! When I was a child, my parents would take me to Florida every year for the whole month of March! My father and cousin would go to Daytona to race the motorcycle that…
You love him with all your heart, yet the sight of his teeth can make your jaw drop. While good looks aren’t everything, a nice smile sure can make the knees buckle. Though you love him for what’s on the inside, you don’t mind suggesting a few external improvements in the personal care department. Here’s…
Impending parenthood, especially for first-time mommies and daddies, can seem quite terrifying. Suddenly, you’re now responsible for a tiny human that does nothing but eat, poop, and sleep night and day. Your time is no longer your own, but set around feeding times, your alarm clock, and crying every few hours. Nothing stops the milk…
As adults, we are used to drinking tea and coffee in large quantities. If we feel tired, we grab an espresso, or if we want to ease the day in gently, we might opt for a latte with an extra spoonful of sugar. Either way, we tend not to consider the effects of all that…
If you are looking for ONE car seat to rule them all, the Baby Trend Elite Convertible Car Seat is it. This is the car seat you buy to take your 5 pound infant home from the hospital in and have it last until they are forward facing and weighing 65 pounds! This is the…
The use of smartphones by children is growing. According to SafetyWeb, 22% of children between the ages of six and nine years own a cell phone, the figure reaches 60% in preadolescent from 10 and 14 years, while 84% of teens already have one. The busy lives of adults, extracurricular activities and the risks of living in large cities are…
The birth of a baby is an exciting and emotional time. The joy of bringing a new life into the world, combined with an onslaught of hormones, can leave new moms smiling in amazement one moment, and crying the next. And although it’s normal for postpartum moms to experience a roller coaster of emotions, it’s…
Disclosure: I am part of the Garmin Influencer Program and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group. However, the opinions on this blog are my own. Traveling with three kids can be a lot of work, but it can also be a lot of fun! One way to make traveling…