Parents spend a portion of their day with technology, a few minutes here and there can add up to several hours very quickly. *Guilty as charged.* Families are busier now than in years past; I’m almost grateful for the opportunity to bring up kids without all the technology … [Read more...] about Parents Swallowed Whole by Technology?
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Clever Ways To Reuse Old Toys
We buy a lot of toys for our kids, but they eventually grow out of playing with toys as they mature, especially with all the technology that is available today. It’s not that those toys don’t get used; children just naturally move on to another stage in life where those toys will … [Read more...] about Clever Ways To Reuse Old Toys
How to Tell if Your Child Is Ready for His First Sleepover
The first time you hear the question, “Can I spend the night over at my friend’s house?” you will know that you have reached another milestone in your child’s development. You may wonder if you are prepared for this step, as well as be concerned about his level of readiness for a … [Read more...] about How to Tell if Your Child Is Ready for His First Sleepover
Choosing a Family Vacation Destination
Thinking about getting away? Well, ‘tis the season to start planning and thinking about upcoming summer vacations with your family. Your kids are out of school, you’ve got vacation time to burn and you long for some family bonding time. The question is, where do you go? Many … [Read more...] about Choosing a Family Vacation Destination
10 Creative Ways for Your Family to Support Your Favorite Sports Team
Dedicated sports fans are always game to try out new and exciting ways to show their teams how much they are loved. Getting the entire family involved is a special way of spending quality time with the kids and embracing the home team at the same time. Check out these ideas for … [Read more...] about 10 Creative Ways for Your Family to Support Your Favorite Sports Team