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Ah, the great outdoors. There are heaps of reasons why you should take a break and head outside to go camping for a few days or a week when you get the chance. At the very least, everyone will get a break from the screens! There’s no Netflix, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or work when you’re…
If you’re still scrambling to fill your child’s Easter basket, don’t beat yourself up about it! It seems like it gets harder every year to find good gifts or healthy snacks to put in my kid’s Easter baskets. I’ve been trying to make sure I have a healthy mix of educational materials, religious books, and…
In your never-ending endeavor to be everything to everyone in your family, don’t forget to take some time to focus on your own needs and make choices to start taking care of yourself. In the short term, that means making space in your day-to-day life for rest, entertainment and the things that keep you happy…
I have always had heavy periods. Prior to having my baby, I swapped to using a menstrual cup, which helped me to measure my blood loss. Every month I was loosing about 80-110 ml in blood. I learned that while this is an unhealthy amount of blood to loose, many women do loose this much…
Detoxification, also known as detox, is a program that cleanses the body of substances and toxins. Many who engage in this activity are trying to overcome some kind of addiction. Some of the methods that can be used in cleaning the mind, body, and soul include detox and rehabilitation programs. When drugs are abused, they…
Some kids love shopping for clothes; others have to be dragged to the mall and don’t want to be seen with their parents. Shopping for clothes is exceptionally difficult for kids who are particular about their style. Picky kids often have a hard time getting a complete outfit from one store. Some insist on brand…
Nobody goes into a marriage thinking about the day it might end. Despite your expectations of a life spent together, the fact is that divorce is all too common. Despite the best intentions and hopes, not all marriages last a lifetime, and that means being aware of the signs that your relationship is not going…
Weighted blankets are made with extra weight. It is made up of different materials that make it heavier. The most common ones are glass beads or plastic pellets. The material that makes weighted blankets, determines its fantastic feeling. These blankets though they are weighty, they are very easy to clean. Don’t be left out, get…
There was a time when fast food for children was just limited to hamburgers, French fries or nuggets. Such food was nothing more than the absolute reason for obesity among children. But the good news is, most of the popular fast food chains have taken great strides to provide healthier options for kids meals. Today’s…
When you’re chasing after your kids between running a household and working a full-time job, you’re always ready for a vacation. So why are you hesitant to book your flights even when you have the vacation time and enough savings for a trip? If you’re like a lot of parents, you have some preconceived ideas…
There are many reasons why you might end up having a hysterectomy. The procedure, designed to remove the uterus entirely, may be a requirement if you have advanced uterine cancer, uterine fibroids that cause you pain, or a uterine prolapse. It may also be recommended in cases of endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain and heavy periods,…
How do you react when standing in front of the mirror and seeing yourself smiling happily? Well, if you have a good teeth then it will be a nice feeling to see your smile. Otherwise, it may not. Ideally, people should have well laid out dental alignment. However, for some, it is not the case…
Who doesn’t love a costume party? The only thing that’s more exciting than going to a costume party is throwing one. People throw costume parties and princess parties all the time. Be unique by throwing a villain party. Whether it’s Halloween or not, a costume party is an excuse to sport fabulous villain costumes. Plus…
When it’s time for a family vacation you may be traveling with kids. Flying with young children in tow is a whole different ballgame than traveling alone though! If air travel is already stressful for adults, imagine what it must be like for kids to fly – especially if it is their first time on…
As parents, we know that we have to provide the best for our children, and that includes the best home and living conditions as well. If you’re planning on expanding the family within the next year or two, upgrading your living situation may also be in the scope before the new family addition. But how…
Relaxation is incredibly important. If we don’t relax properly, chronic stress can take over our lives, making us unwell and miserable. No one wants the feeling of constant pressure, and although some stress can be good for us as it keeps us alert and productive, if it is chronic stress then it can have some…