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It can be difficult designing the best children’s bedroom. After all, it will have been so long ago since you were a child that you might have completely forgotten the kind of things that kids want in their rooms. You could ask your children what their own ideas are but they might come up with…
Watch any sitcom, and you’ll likely see at least one idealistic family meal eaten around the dinner table. Everyone enjoys delicious food and is happy to share his or her day with the rest of the family. It’s a scene reminiscent of times when families broke bread together and reconnected at the end of…
Having a backyard for your children to be able to play in is great because it provides them with plenty of space to run and burn up some energy throughout the day. It is important to make sure that you do everything that you can to make the yard as safe as it can possibly…
Most housewives will find that homemaking is both a blessing and a burden. You get to organize your home in a way that everyone has what they need, they are comfortable, and they are happy. While that can be very rewarding, there comes a time when you can start feeling like your “home” is your…
Once upon a time, the seven-year-itch was a thing, now it appears that the seven-year itch has been replaced by the two-year itch. Or to be precise, 2 years and 9 months! This is the point that, statistically, marriages lose their “spark”. Sadly, we see that over 50% of marriages now end in divorce, and…
Think about climbing into bed after a long hard day’s worth of work, study, or other business. There’s nothing quite like it. Fresh sheets, comfortable pillows, a good book and a nice big cup of Milo. Ah, you can almost imagine yourself there now, can’t you? Sleep is so important for so many things that…
You’ve weighed the pros and cons and have made the choice to remain at home with your kids. Even though you know the job of raising children is the most important one in the whole world, part of you still wants to be able to make a financial contribution to the household finances because, let’s…
Beaded dresses are taking the prom 2018 season to new, fashionable heights. Prom fashion is no longer about following the rules, as attendees shake things up by bringing their own sense of style to the night. In terms of trends, prom-goers are now seeking inspiration from new sources such as the red carpet and the…
It is not uncommon for mothers to feel overwhelmed and undervalued in today’s fast paced world. A typical corporate setup does not offer flexibility that most mothers want. Besides, women also have to worry about taking their careers too seriously, an aspect that rarely bothers men. Fortunately, the age of the mumpreneur is well and…
You’ve just had a baby. It’s the best thing that has ever happened to you. With it, however, you also have a greater amount of responsibility. Over the past few months, you have been furiously childproofing your home in preparation for the new family member. But you can’t just stop inside your home. Eventually, that…
Guest Post Having a child with ADHD can make tasks and activities that may be simple for other parents to deal with very difficult. This includes things like school, athletics, after school activities, music lessons, and even trips to the store. Much of this depends on the severity of ADHD and the personality of your…
In recent times, home security systems have become increasingly popular amongst residential homes and businesses. The downside of this development is an increasing amount of burglars and thieves learning how to bypass them. Making necessary modifications and upgrades to your system offer an excellent way to keep your family protected in the modern ago. So,…
When decorating your child’s bedroom or playroom, it is important not only to match your taste, but match their taste and to make the décor fun and engaging too. But how can you achieve all three? Our friends at Rug Mountain have written a handy blog post for us to inspire you with three popular…
Keeping a pet dog is both a privilege and a responsibility. The same can be said about having children, except that the amount of joy and responsibilities are exponentially greater. When you have the responsibility of running a household with both a kid and a dog in it, saying that things can get hectic would…
Are you planning on hiring a DJ for your event? Is it a great idea? Definitely! Music spells entertainment. Entertainment (or the lack of it) makes or breaks a Party or Wedding. Music that is too drab or too heavy might not be apt for every occasion. Here comes a DJ, who has the…
This post was sponsored by Boys & Girls Club as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. I’m sure all of you have heard about Boys & Girls Club of America, but you might be surprised to learn about how they are working to keep…