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
Parenting Kids
Storytelling Is The Glue
“Remember that old story Daddy used to tell about taking the boys snipe hunting?”Family stories are the glue that sometimes carries us through the most difficult of times. We all have them – your grandparents, uncles and aunts, your cousins and siblings— all know and … [Read more...] about Storytelling Is The Glue
Development of a Ten-Month Old by Degrees
The one thing that is important to remember more than anything is that milestones are not going to be met by every baby at the same time. Milestones are simply the average age of when a baby is going to be able to do something; some children can do it sooner, others will develop … [Read more...] about Development of a Ten-Month Old by Degrees
Why Pets Can be So Important for Kids
Sometimes when you have kids the last thing you want to do is add more to your plate by adding a pet to the mix. Sometimes however getting a pet for your child can be one of the best gifts you will ever give to your child.As adults we need to carefully examine the … [Read more...] about Why Pets Can be So Important for Kids
Morning Stress Makeover
What is the number one thing that people could do at night to reduce morning stress?When my daughters were younger I often told them to pick out their clothes before they went to bed. And they would respond with a halfhearted “Okay, Mom.” And the next morning there would be a … [Read more...] about Morning Stress Makeover
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