It’s been said many times, that laughter is the best medicine. But this old proverb is more likely referring to our everyday lives and not just when we have fallen ill. It implies that in general laughter is a healthy thing for both mind and body. If that’s true, then why are … [Read more...] about Learn to Laugh Like Your Children
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Playgroup Pointers
While playgroups offer many positive things for kids, there are some real drawbacks to being part of a playgroup as well, especially if it is not a well-managed playgroup. The following is a look at a few of the pitfalls of playgroup:Overwhelms kids: When children are young, if … [Read more...] about Playgroup Pointers
Tight Budget Decorating Ideas for Boys’ Rooms
Decorating your home should be fun. However, if you have a tight budget, it can be a little stressful. Sometimes, if the budget is too tight, decorating gets left to the haphazard throwing together of a room. Don't let this happen to your boy's room. Instead, look to the … [Read more...] about Tight Budget Decorating Ideas for Boys’ Rooms
Using Candy to Sweeten Up Your Birthday Cake
Are you ready to decorate a birthday cake? Just because you aren't a professional baker doesn't mean you can't learn how to make a fun birthday cake. In fact, the best birthday cakes are the ones that are home made because they taste better and you get to build some fun memories … [Read more...] about Using Candy to Sweeten Up Your Birthday Cake
Dos and Don’ts of Using Social Media to Connect with Your Kids
Joshua John currently works in community relations for the University of Southern California’s Virtual Master of Social Work program, which provides social workers the opportunity to earn an "online social work degree" and apply for a "social work license". He also loves gadgets, … [Read more...] about Dos and Don’ts of Using Social Media to Connect with Your Kids
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